Several years ago, I was retained in a federal white collar criminal case in Alexandria and needed to hire local counsel. I embarked upon a search to find the right person and received various recommendations, at which point I proceeded to interview several lawyers who had been recommended to me but yet left me unimpressed. In the first few minutes of speaking with Jessica, I knew that she was the one and my instincts proved correct. I was searching for someone who would not only play the role of a local attorney but also who would actually be an integral part of our team and would contribute in an active and meaningful way. From the beginning, Jessica took a genuine interest in getting to know me and my client and working with us. She not only knows the players in Federal Court in EDVA but she is also very well respected not only for her abilities but also for her integrity and therefore helped us navigate the quagmire with precision every step along the way. And her insight and unique viewpoint were always so helpful to both me and my client as we encountered different and sometimes seemingly insurmountable hurdles that we had to figure out how to best navigate and overcome. I have no doubt that the immense success that we were able to achieve in the case was positively affected by Jessica's presence and invaluable input. I hope that I will have the opportunity to work together with her again in a case but, in the meantime, I have tried and will certainly continue to try when the opportunity presents itself to refer serious criminal cases to her so that others can also benefit from her exceptional lawyering skills as well as her attentiveness and genuine caring for clients. Jessica is such a gem and represents the absolute finest in our profession! -- NiaLena Caravasos, Esq. (Philadelphia Federal Criminal Defense Attorney)

Hiring Jessica Carmichael was the best decision my family and I could ever make. I was accused and eventually charged with marriage fraud, a federal crime, and even though I was and am innocent, the prosecution was dead set on convicting me. When I was arrested Jessica was my first phone call and not only had she remembered me from a brief consult a year before, but was extremely empathetic to my situation and was ready to help right away. She brought her partner Yancey Ellis to the case and the two of them made a dream team. For the first time in months (and years) I felt I could take a breath and let them take over my fight. I’ve had several bad experiences with lawyers and letting go of the reigns and letting the two of them take control was a huge deal and a huge relief because they were kicking ass. Since day one of hiring Jessica and Yancey, they’ve given it their all and there wasn’t a day, email or phone call that went unanswered. They both are very professional, prompt, knowledgeable and heavily involved in their cases. Not only did they give me peace of mind that my life and future are in good hands but accomplished the ultimate results in a record time. With their amazing work they managed to get the case dismissed by prosecution and release me sparing me and my whole family humiliation of the trail. Myself, and my whole family is eternally thankful to Jessica and Yancey!! They rock!

I consulted Jessica regarding a possible career and reputation threatening legal matter. She listens without judging. She provides expert legal analysis and a review of potential outcomes - with mitigation strategies for the latter. She does not sugar coat your legal problem(s) but offers a clear plan moving forward. I felt much better knowing I had Jessica in my corner!

Ms. Carmichael was wonderful to work with and I would highly recommend her to anyone needing a defense attorney! She is so knowledgeable and was great about answering questions & explaining details of the legal process and was very responsive even outside of her normal business hours. Jessica is such a caring and compassionate person and we were extremely fortunate to have her defend the case. Charges were very serious and the expectation was for prison time. The outcome was better than we could have ever imagined and my loved one now has a second chance. I will never forget what Ms. Carmichael did for my family!!

Jessica was amazing. My initial consultation was thorough and I was told exactly what to expect. I had a possession of marijuana at a federal property case. After consulting with the DA she had my case dismissed. Amazing!!!!!

I found Mrs. Carmichael through a google search for attorneys in the Alexandria area. I called and left a voicemail, and to my surprise, she called me back, listened to me, and offered me assistance all in the same day because “it was the right thing to do”. I didn’t hire Jessica because, fortunately, I didn’t have to, but if I had to, I wouldn’t give it a second thought. She said that I could contact her if I had questions about anything, and during my family’s ordeal, we often did. I was sure I was aggravating her, but she always answered or replied, and she was the greatest help. She was appointed to represent my fiancé and exceeded all expectations. Even after the ordeal was over, she continued to answer our questions and provided advice when she could. She is professional, courteous, and knowledgeable, and while communicating with her made her seem like a friend, we like to think of her as an angel.

Ms. Carmichael is very professional. She reviewed my case in detail and answered all of my questions. After my initial visit, she would reply to my emails within a few minutes or one business day. She kept me posted in every step of the way. I have relief in knowing my charge will be dismissed. I highly recommend her. She is brilliant!

Jessica Carmichael is the Best Attorney in the United States hands down. I had the honor and privilege to be repsesented by her and she was phenomenal! She went above and beyond approach to make me and my family feel comfortable every step of the way. Mrs. Carmichael treated us with dignity and respect throughout the entire process. Mrs. Carmichael is well informed and knowledgable about her profession. She takes her job serious and every client equally matters. Hands down, if you want a favorable outcome and an overall victory, no matter how tall the task, Mrs. Carmichael should be your attorney. I will never ever place my life in another federal attorney hand because Mrs. Carmichael took my case and my life just as serious as I did. FACTS & NUMBERS DONT LIE. - JON S.

Bottom line up front: I faced two very serious misdemeanor charges stemming from a toxic romantic relationship that threatened to upend my future. Jessica got the prosecutor and judge to drop BOTH charges despite long odds and a mercurial, hostile plaintiff. She literally saved me, allowing me to close an awful chapter in my life and granting me a new lease on life. I'm a discerning customer on all matters and was not going to settle for less than the best when it came to my criminal defense (a position i never imagined i would find myself in). So i thoroughly researched Fairfax Country criminal lawyers and ultimately choose Jessica based on her stellar reputation and my in person consultation with Jessica. I picked her over other outstanding lawyers because I believed she had the perfect combination of intellect, experience, passion, and hunger. Jessica, it seemed to me, would work tirelessly and relentlessly to defend me. She did not disappoint. When we met before my court appearance, she was even more prepared than I anticipated, and my expectations were already high. Not only did she have plans for several contingencies, but she had done so much research on legal precedents that i think she probably knew more about the charges and laws they were predicated upon than the prosecutor and judge combined. But preparation and research are one thing, execution on the field of battle often a different matter. Once again, Jessica did not disappoint. She is a born leader who handled multiple fronts--the police detective, the prosecutor, the volatile plaintiff--with a poise and dexterity indicative of a seasoned commander. She was General Patton at Normandy, cool-under-fire and undaunted by whatever challenges arose. Another thing that i felt really set Jessica apart from other attorneys was her emotional intelligence. i consulted A LOT of great lawyers before choosing a defense attorney, because my future literally hung in the balance. Many of them were clearly competent but did not know how to connect with clients emotionally, a pretty essential requirement for a defense attorney given the anxiety that legal charges generate and sustain in defendants. Jessica consistently said the right thing to me, with the right delivery, at the right moment. When a client needs reassurance, she provides that. When a client needs tough love, she delivers that too. She intuitively senses when a given approach is needed and she efficiently chooses from her toolkit like Steven Spielberg chooses camera lenses and angles for great cinematic effect. Except this is real, not fiction. This is your life with real consequences, not Hollywood....and Jessica understands that and brings a relentless dedication to ensure you get through the adversity as unscathed as possible. Whatever Jessica may give up in experience to lawyers with decades of courtroom experience she makes up for and then some with sheer talent, intuition, and hard work. I honestly felt at times that she had eyes in the back of her head and was doing multiple tasks at once, and with lethal effect. Jessica is extraordinary charming, but equally tough and tenacious. When her natural charm and compelling logic don't carry the day, you will see a flash of ferocity in her that is as impressive as it is measured. Jessica is the whole package, truly. Before i break into a sonnet about her, i will conclude with this: My day in court was EXTREMELY stressful and i really couldn't imagine leaving court that day in anything other than a downcast mood. As i played it out in my head beforehand, even the best case scenario of having the charges dropped would have left the bitter residue that there were charges to begin with. But Jessica somehow made the experience cathartic, even triumphant. I hope to God i never have to go through that again, but if ever do, Jessica Carmichael is the first person I'm going to call.

I hired Jessica on behalf of my sister whom was facing federal drug conspiracy charges with a mandatory minimum sentence of 10yrs. Jessica worked hard and fought for my sister and kept us well informed as to what was next. With Jessica on our side my sister was able to avoid the mandatory minimum sentence (10yrs) and will only serve 18 months. We are very pleased with the results as my sisters co defendant was not so lucky. He used a public defender and received 10 years federal time. Bottom line if your looking for someone to save your butt Jessica needs to be your lawyer!

Several years ago, I was retained in a federal white collar criminal case in Alexandria and needed to hire local counsel. I embarked upon a search to find the right person and received various recommendations, at which point I proceeded to interview several lawyers who had been recommended to me but yet left me unimpressed. In the first few minutes of speaking with Jessica, I knew that she was the one and my instincts proved correct. I was searching for someone who would not only play the role of a local attorney but also who would actually be an integral part of our team and would contribute in an active and meaningful way. From the beginning, Jessica took a genuine interest in getting to know me and my client and working with us. She not only knows the players in Federal Court in EDVA but she is also very well respected not only for her abilities but also for her integrity and therefore helped us navigate the quagmire with precision every step along the way. And her insight and unique viewpoint were always so helpful to both me and my client as we encountered different and sometimes seemingly insurmountable hurdles that we had to figure out how to best navigate and overcome. I have no doubt that the immense success that we were able to achieve in the case was positively affected by Jessica's presence and invaluable input. I hope that I will have the opportunity to work together with her again in a case but, in the meantime, I have tried and will certainly continue to try when the opportunity presents itself to refer serious criminal cases to her so that others can also benefit from her exceptional lawyering skills as well as her attentiveness and genuine caring for clients. Jessica is such a gem and represents the absolute finest in our profession! -- NiaLena Caravasos, Esq. (Philadelphia Federal Criminal Defense Attorney)

Hiring Jessica Carmichael was the best decision my family and I could ever make. I was accused and eventually charged with marriage fraud, a federal crime, and even though I was and am innocent, the prosecution was dead set on convicting me. When I was arrested Jessica was my first phone call and not only had she remembered me from a brief consult a year before, but was extremely empathetic to my situation and was ready to help right away. She brought her partner Yancey Ellis to the case and the two of them made a dream team. For the first time in months (and years) I felt I could take a breath and let them take over my fight. I’ve had several bad experiences with lawyers and letting go of the reigns and letting the two of them take control was a huge deal and a huge relief because they were kicking ass. Since day one of hiring Jessica and Yancey, they’ve given it their all and there wasn’t a day, email or phone call that went unanswered. They both are very professional, prompt, knowledgeable and heavily involved in their cases. Not only did they give me peace of mind that my life and future are in good hands but accomplished the ultimate results in a record time. With their amazing work they managed to get the case dismissed by prosecution and release me sparing me and my whole family humiliation of the trail. Myself, and my whole family is eternally thankful to Jessica and Yancey!! They rock!

I consulted Jessica regarding a possible career and reputation threatening legal matter. She listens without judging. She provides expert legal analysis and a review of potential outcomes - with mitigation strategies for the latter. She does not sugar coat your legal problem(s) but offers a clear plan moving forward. I felt much better knowing I had Jessica in my corner!

Ms. Carmichael was wonderful to work with and I would highly recommend her to anyone needing a defense attorney! She is so knowledgeable and was great about answering questions & explaining details of the legal process and was very responsive even outside of her normal business hours. Jessica is such a caring and compassionate person and we were extremely fortunate to have her defend the case. Charges were very serious and the expectation was for prison time. The outcome was better than we could have ever imagined and my loved one now has a second chance. I will never forget what Ms. Carmichael did for my family!!

Jessica was amazing. My initial consultation was thorough and I was told exactly what to expect. I had a possession of marijuana at a federal property case. After consulting with the DA she had my case dismissed. Amazing!!!!!

I found Mrs. Carmichael through a google search for attorneys in the Alexandria area. I called and left a voicemail, and to my surprise, she called me back, listened to me, and offered me assistance all in the same day because “it was the right thing to do”. I didn’t hire Jessica because, fortunately, I didn’t have to, but if I had to, I wouldn’t give it a second thought. She said that I could contact her if I had questions about anything, and during my family’s ordeal, we often did. I was sure I was aggravating her, but she always answered or replied, and she was the greatest help. She was appointed to represent my fiancé and exceeded all expectations. Even after the ordeal was over, she continued to answer our questions and provided advice when she could. She is professional, courteous, and knowledgeable, and while communicating with her made her seem like a friend, we like to think of her as an angel.

Ms. Carmichael is very professional. She reviewed my case in detail and answered all of my questions. After my initial visit, she would reply to my emails within a few minutes or one business day. She kept me posted in every step of the way. I have relief in knowing my charge will be dismissed. I highly recommend her. She is brilliant!

Jessica Carmichael is the Best Attorney in the United States hands down. I had the honor and privilege to be repsesented by her and she was phenomenal! She went above and beyond approach to make me and my family feel comfortable every step of the way. Mrs. Carmichael treated us with dignity and respect throughout the entire process. Mrs. Carmichael is well informed and knowledgable about her profession. She takes her job serious and every client equally matters. Hands down, if you want a favorable outcome and an overall victory, no matter how tall the task, Mrs. Carmichael should be your attorney. I will never ever place my life in another federal attorney hand because Mrs. Carmichael took my case and my life just as serious as I did. FACTS & NUMBERS DONT LIE. - JON S.

Bottom line up front: I faced two very serious misdemeanor charges stemming from a toxic romantic relationship that threatened to upend my future. Jessica got the prosecutor and judge to drop BOTH charges despite long odds and a mercurial, hostile plaintiff. She literally saved me, allowing me to close an awful chapter in my life and granting me a new lease on life. I'm a discerning customer on all matters and was not going to settle for less than the best when it came to my criminal defense (a position i never imagined i would find myself in). So i thoroughly researched Fairfax Country criminal lawyers and ultimately choose Jessica based on her stellar reputation and my in person consultation with Jessica. I picked her over other outstanding lawyers because I believed she had the perfect combination of intellect, experience, passion, and hunger. Jessica, it seemed to me, would work tirelessly and relentlessly to defend me. She did not disappoint. When we met before my court appearance, she was even more prepared than I anticipated, and my expectations were already high. Not only did she have plans for several contingencies, but she had done so much research on legal precedents that i think she probably knew more about the charges and laws they were predicated upon than the prosecutor and judge combined. But preparation and research are one thing, execution on the field of battle often a different matter. Once again, Jessica did not disappoint. She is a born leader who handled multiple fronts--the police detective, the prosecutor, the volatile plaintiff--with a poise and dexterity indicative of a seasoned commander. She was General Patton at Normandy, cool-under-fire and undaunted by whatever challenges arose. Another thing that i felt really set Jessica apart from other attorneys was her emotional intelligence. i consulted A LOT of great lawyers before choosing a defense attorney, because my future literally hung in the balance. Many of them were clearly competent but did not know how to connect with clients emotionally, a pretty essential requirement for a defense attorney given the anxiety that legal charges generate and sustain in defendants. Jessica consistently said the right thing to me, with the right delivery, at the right moment. When a client needs reassurance, she provides that. When a client needs tough love, she delivers that too. She intuitively senses when a given approach is needed and she efficiently chooses from her toolkit like Steven Spielberg chooses camera lenses and angles for great cinematic effect. Except this is real, not fiction. This is your life with real consequences, not Hollywood....and Jessica understands that and brings a relentless dedication to ensure you get through the adversity as unscathed as possible. Whatever Jessica may give up in experience to lawyers with decades of courtroom experience she makes up for and then some with sheer talent, intuition, and hard work. I honestly felt at times that she had eyes in the back of her head and was doing multiple tasks at once, and with lethal effect. Jessica is extraordinary charming, but equally tough and tenacious. When her natural charm and compelling logic don't carry the day, you will see a flash of ferocity in her that is as impressive as it is measured. Jessica is the whole package, truly. Before i break into a sonnet about her, i will conclude with this: My day in court was EXTREMELY stressful and i really couldn't imagine leaving court that day in anything other than a downcast mood. As i played it out in my head beforehand, even the best case scenario of having the charges dropped would have left the bitter residue that there were charges to begin with. But Jessica somehow made the experience cathartic, even triumphant. I hope to God i never have to go through that again, but if ever do, Jessica Carmichael is the first person I'm going to call.

I hired Jessica on behalf of my sister whom was facing federal drug conspiracy charges with a mandatory minimum sentence of 10yrs. Jessica worked hard and fought for my sister and kept us well informed as to what was next. With Jessica on our side my sister was able to avoid the mandatory minimum sentence (10yrs) and will only serve 18 months. We are very pleased with the results as my sisters co defendant was not so lucky. He used a public defender and received 10 years federal time. Bottom line if your looking for someone to save your butt Jessica needs to be your lawyer!

Several years ago, I was retained in a federal white collar criminal case in Alexandria and needed to hire local counsel. I embarked upon a search to find the right person and received various recommendations, at which point I proceeded to interview several lawyers who had been recommended to me but yet left me unimpressed. In the first few minutes of speaking with Jessica, I knew that she was the one and my instincts proved correct. I was searching for someone who would not only play the role of a local attorney but also who would actually be an integral part of our team and would contribute in an active and meaningful way. From the beginning, Jessica took a genuine interest in getting to know me and my client and working with us. She not only knows the players in Federal Court in EDVA but she is also very well respected not only for her abilities but also for her integrity and therefore helped us navigate the quagmire with precision every step along the way. And her insight and unique viewpoint were always so helpful to both me and my client as we encountered different and sometimes seemingly insurmountable hurdles that we had to figure out how to best navigate and overcome. I have no doubt that the immense success that we were able to achieve in the case was positively affected by Jessica's presence and invaluable input. I hope that I will have the opportunity to work together with her again in a case but, in the meantime, I have tried and will certainly continue to try when the opportunity presents itself to refer serious criminal cases to her so that others can also benefit from her exceptional lawyering skills as well as her attentiveness and genuine caring for clients. Jessica is such a gem and represents the absolute finest in our profession! -- NiaLena Caravasos, Esq. (Philadelphia Federal Criminal Defense Attorney)

Hiring Jessica Carmichael was the best decision my family and I could ever make. I was accused and eventually charged with marriage fraud, a federal crime, and even though I was and am innocent, the prosecution was dead set on convicting me. When I was arrested Jessica was my first phone call and not only had she remembered me from a brief consult a year before, but was extremely empathetic to my situation and was ready to help right away. She brought her partner Yancey Ellis to the case and the two of them made a dream team. For the first time in months (and years) I felt I could take a breath and let them take over my fight. I’ve had several bad experiences with lawyers and letting go of the reigns and letting the two of them take control was a huge deal and a huge relief because they were kicking ass. Since day one of hiring Jessica and Yancey, they’ve given it their all and there wasn’t a day, email or phone call that went unanswered. They both are very professional, prompt, knowledgeable and heavily involved in their cases. Not only did they give me peace of mind that my life and future are in good hands but accomplished the ultimate results in a record time. With their amazing work they managed to get the case dismissed by prosecution and release me sparing me and my whole family humiliation of the trail. Myself, and my whole family is eternally thankful to Jessica and Yancey!! They rock!

I consulted Jessica regarding a possible career and reputation threatening legal matter. She listens without judging. She provides expert legal analysis and a review of potential outcomes - with mitigation strategies for the latter. She does not sugar coat your legal problem(s) but offers a clear plan moving forward. I felt much better knowing I had Jessica in my corner!

Ms. Carmichael was wonderful to work with and I would highly recommend her to anyone needing a defense attorney! She is so knowledgeable and was great about answering questions & explaining details of the legal process and was very responsive even outside of her normal business hours. Jessica is such a caring and compassionate person and we were extremely fortunate to have her defend the case. Charges were very serious and the expectation was for prison time. The outcome was better than we could have ever imagined and my loved one now has a second chance. I will never forget what Ms. Carmichael did for my family!!

Jessica was amazing. My initial consultation was thorough and I was told exactly what to expect. I had a possession of marijuana at a federal property case. After consulting with the DA she had my case dismissed. Amazing!!!!!

I found Mrs. Carmichael through a google search for attorneys in the Alexandria area. I called and left a voicemail, and to my surprise, she called me back, listened to me, and offered me assistance all in the same day because “it was the right thing to do”. I didn’t hire Jessica because, fortunately, I didn’t have to, but if I had to, I wouldn’t give it a second thought. She said that I could contact her if I had questions about anything, and during my family’s ordeal, we often did. I was sure I was aggravating her, but she always answered or replied, and she was the greatest help. She was appointed to represent my fiancé and exceeded all expectations. Even after the ordeal was over, she continued to answer our questions and provided advice when she could. She is professional, courteous, and knowledgeable, and while communicating with her made her seem like a friend, we like to think of her as an angel.

Ms. Carmichael is very professional. She reviewed my case in detail and answered all of my questions. After my initial visit, she would reply to my emails within a few minutes or one business day. She kept me posted in every step of the way. I have relief in knowing my charge will be dismissed. I highly recommend her. She is brilliant!

Jessica Carmichael is the Best Attorney in the United States hands down. I had the honor and privilege to be repsesented by her and she was phenomenal! She went above and beyond approach to make me and my family feel comfortable every step of the way. Mrs. Carmichael treated us with dignity and respect throughout the entire process. Mrs. Carmichael is well informed and knowledgable about her profession. She takes her job serious and every client equally matters. Hands down, if you want a favorable outcome and an overall victory, no matter how tall the task, Mrs. Carmichael should be your attorney. I will never ever place my life in another federal attorney hand because Mrs. Carmichael took my case and my life just as serious as I did. FACTS & NUMBERS DONT LIE. - JON S.

Bottom line up front: I faced two very serious misdemeanor charges stemming from a toxic romantic relationship that threatened to upend my future. Jessica got the prosecutor and judge to drop BOTH charges despite long odds and a mercurial, hostile plaintiff. She literally saved me, allowing me to close an awful chapter in my life and granting me a new lease on life. I'm a discerning customer on all matters and was not going to settle for less than the best when it came to my criminal defense (a position i never imagined i would find myself in). So i thoroughly researched Fairfax Country criminal lawyers and ultimately choose Jessica based on her stellar reputation and my in person consultation with Jessica. I picked her over other outstanding lawyers because I believed she had the perfect combination of intellect, experience, passion, and hunger. Jessica, it seemed to me, would work tirelessly and relentlessly to defend me. She did not disappoint. When we met before my court appearance, she was even more prepared than I anticipated, and my expectations were already high. Not only did she have plans for several contingencies, but she had done so much research on legal precedents that i think she probably knew more about the charges and laws they were predicated upon than the prosecutor and judge combined. But preparation and research are one thing, execution on the field of battle often a different matter. Once again, Jessica did not disappoint. She is a born leader who handled multiple fronts--the police detective, the prosecutor, the volatile plaintiff--with a poise and dexterity indicative of a seasoned commander. She was General Patton at Normandy, cool-under-fire and undaunted by whatever challenges arose. Another thing that i felt really set Jessica apart from other attorneys was her emotional intelligence. i consulted A LOT of great lawyers before choosing a defense attorney, because my future literally hung in the balance. Many of them were clearly competent but did not know how to connect with clients emotionally, a pretty essential requirement for a defense attorney given the anxiety that legal charges generate and sustain in defendants. Jessica consistently said the right thing to me, with the right delivery, at the right moment. When a client needs reassurance, she provides that. When a client needs tough love, she delivers that too. She intuitively senses when a given approach is needed and she efficiently chooses from her toolkit like Steven Spielberg chooses camera lenses and angles for great cinematic effect. Except this is real, not fiction. This is your life with real consequences, not Hollywood....and Jessica understands that and brings a relentless dedication to ensure you get through the adversity as unscathed as possible. Whatever Jessica may give up in experience to lawyers with decades of courtroom experience she makes up for and then some with sheer talent, intuition, and hard work. I honestly felt at times that she had eyes in the back of her head and was doing multiple tasks at once, and with lethal effect. Jessica is extraordinary charming, but equally tough and tenacious. When her natural charm and compelling logic don't carry the day, you will see a flash of ferocity in her that is as impressive as it is measured. Jessica is the whole package, truly. Before i break into a sonnet about her, i will conclude with this: My day in court was EXTREMELY stressful and i really couldn't imagine leaving court that day in anything other than a downcast mood. As i played it out in my head beforehand, even the best case scenario of having the charges dropped would have left the bitter residue that there were charges to begin with. But Jessica somehow made the experience cathartic, even triumphant. I hope to God i never have to go through that again, but if ever do, Jessica Carmichael is the first person I'm going to call.

I hired Jessica on behalf of my sister whom was facing federal drug conspiracy charges with a mandatory minimum sentence of 10yrs. Jessica worked hard and fought for my sister and kept us well informed as to what was next. With Jessica on our side my sister was able to avoid the mandatory minimum sentence (10yrs) and will only serve 18 months. We are very pleased with the results as my sisters co defendant was not so lucky. He used a public defender and received 10 years federal time. Bottom line if your looking for someone to save your butt Jessica needs to be your lawyer!

Several years ago, I was retained in a federal white collar criminal case in Alexandria and needed to hire local counsel. I embarked upon a search to find the right person and received various recommendations, at which point I proceeded to interview several lawyers who had been recommended to me but yet left me unimpressed. In the first few minutes of speaking with Jessica, I knew that she was the one and my instincts proved correct. I was searching for someone who would not only play the role of a local attorney but also who would actually be an integral part of our team and would contribute in an active and meaningful way. From the beginning, Jessica took a genuine interest in getting to know me and my client and working with us. She not only knows the players in Federal Court in EDVA but she is also very well respected not only for her abilities but also for her integrity and therefore helped us navigate the quagmire with precision every step along the way. And her insight and unique viewpoint were always so helpful to both me and my client as we encountered different and sometimes seemingly insurmountable hurdles that we had to figure out how to best navigate and overcome. I have no doubt that the immense success that we were able to achieve in the case was positively affected by Jessica's presence and invaluable input. I hope that I will have the opportunity to work together with her again in a case but, in the meantime, I have tried and will certainly continue to try when the opportunity presents itself to refer serious criminal cases to her so that others can also benefit from her exceptional lawyering skills as well as her attentiveness and genuine caring for clients. Jessica is such a gem and represents the absolute finest in our profession! -- NiaLena Caravasos, Esq. (Philadelphia Federal Criminal Defense Attorney)

Hiring Jessica Carmichael was the best decision my family and I could ever make. I was accused and eventually charged with marriage fraud, a federal crime, and even though I was and am innocent, the prosecution was dead set on convicting me. When I was arrested Jessica was my first phone call and not only had she remembered me from a brief consult a year before, but was extremely empathetic to my situation and was ready to help right away. She brought her partner Yancey Ellis to the case and the two of them made a dream team. For the first time in months (and years) I felt I could take a breath and let them take over my fight. I’ve had several bad experiences with lawyers and letting go of the reigns and letting the two of them take control was a huge deal and a huge relief because they were kicking ass. Since day one of hiring Jessica and Yancey, they’ve given it their all and there wasn’t a day, email or phone call that went unanswered. They both are very professional, prompt, knowledgeable and heavily involved in their cases. Not only did they give me peace of mind that my life and future are in good hands but accomplished the ultimate results in a record time. With their amazing work they managed to get the case dismissed by prosecution and release me sparing me and my whole family humiliation of the trail. Myself, and my whole family is eternally thankful to Jessica and Yancey!! They rock!

I consulted Jessica regarding a possible career and reputation threatening legal matter. She listens without judging. She provides expert legal analysis and a review of potential outcomes - with mitigation strategies for the latter. She does not sugar coat your legal problem(s) but offers a clear plan moving forward. I felt much better knowing I had Jessica in my corner!

Ms. Carmichael was wonderful to work with and I would highly recommend her to anyone needing a defense attorney! She is so knowledgeable and was great about answering questions & explaining details of the legal process and was very responsive even outside of her normal business hours. Jessica is such a caring and compassionate person and we were extremely fortunate to have her defend the case. Charges were very serious and the expectation was for prison time. The outcome was better than we could have ever imagined and my loved one now has a second chance. I will never forget what Ms. Carmichael did for my family!!

Jessica was amazing. My initial consultation was thorough and I was told exactly what to expect. I had a possession of marijuana at a federal property case. After consulting with the DA she had my case dismissed. Amazing!!!!!

I found Mrs. Carmichael through a google search for attorneys in the Alexandria area. I called and left a voicemail, and to my surprise, she called me back, listened to me, and offered me assistance all in the same day because “it was the right thing to do”. I didn’t hire Jessica because, fortunately, I didn’t have to, but if I had to, I wouldn’t give it a second thought. She said that I could contact her if I had questions about anything, and during my family’s ordeal, we often did. I was sure I was aggravating her, but she always answered or replied, and she was the greatest help. She was appointed to represent my fiancé and exceeded all expectations. Even after the ordeal was over, she continued to answer our questions and provided advice when she could. She is professional, courteous, and knowledgeable, and while communicating with her made her seem like a friend, we like to think of her as an angel.

Ms. Carmichael is very professional. She reviewed my case in detail and answered all of my questions. After my initial visit, she would reply to my emails within a few minutes or one business day. She kept me posted in every step of the way. I have relief in knowing my charge will be dismissed. I highly recommend her. She is brilliant!

Jessica Carmichael is the Best Attorney in the United States hands down. I had the honor and privilege to be repsesented by her and she was phenomenal! She went above and beyond approach to make me and my family feel comfortable every step of the way. Mrs. Carmichael treated us with dignity and respect throughout the entire process. Mrs. Carmichael is well informed and knowledgable about her profession. She takes her job serious and every client equally matters. Hands down, if you want a favorable outcome and an overall victory, no matter how tall the task, Mrs. Carmichael should be your attorney. I will never ever place my life in another federal attorney hand because Mrs. Carmichael took my case and my life just as serious as I did. FACTS & NUMBERS DONT LIE. - JON S.

Bottom line up front: I faced two very serious misdemeanor charges stemming from a toxic romantic relationship that threatened to upend my future. Jessica got the prosecutor and judge to drop BOTH charges despite long odds and a mercurial, hostile plaintiff. She literally saved me, allowing me to close an awful chapter in my life and granting me a new lease on life. I'm a discerning customer on all matters and was not going to settle for less than the best when it came to my criminal defense (a position i never imagined i would find myself in). So i thoroughly researched Fairfax Country criminal lawyers and ultimately choose Jessica based on her stellar reputation and my in person consultation with Jessica. I picked her over other outstanding lawyers because I believed she had the perfect combination of intellect, experience, passion, and hunger. Jessica, it seemed to me, would work tirelessly and relentlessly to defend me. She did not disappoint. When we met before my court appearance, she was even more prepared than I anticipated, and my expectations were already high. Not only did she have plans for several contingencies, but she had done so much research on legal precedents that i think she probably knew more about the charges and laws they were predicated upon than the prosecutor and judge combined. But preparation and research are one thing, execution on the field of battle often a different matter. Once again, Jessica did not disappoint. She is a born leader who handled multiple fronts--the police detective, the prosecutor, the volatile plaintiff--with a poise and dexterity indicative of a seasoned commander. She was General Patton at Normandy, cool-under-fire and undaunted by whatever challenges arose. Another thing that i felt really set Jessica apart from other attorneys was her emotional intelligence. i consulted A LOT of great lawyers before choosing a defense attorney, because my future literally hung in the balance. Many of them were clearly competent but did not know how to connect with clients emotionally, a pretty essential requirement for a defense attorney given the anxiety that legal charges generate and sustain in defendants. Jessica consistently said the right thing to me, with the right delivery, at the right moment. When a client needs reassurance, she provides that. When a client needs tough love, she delivers that too. She intuitively senses when a given approach is needed and she efficiently chooses from her toolkit like Steven Spielberg chooses camera lenses and angles for great cinematic effect. Except this is real, not fiction. This is your life with real consequences, not Hollywood....and Jessica understands that and brings a relentless dedication to ensure you get through the adversity as unscathed as possible. Whatever Jessica may give up in experience to lawyers with decades of courtroom experience she makes up for and then some with sheer talent, intuition, and hard work. I honestly felt at times that she had eyes in the back of her head and was doing multiple tasks at once, and with lethal effect. Jessica is extraordinary charming, but equally tough and tenacious. When her natural charm and compelling logic don't carry the day, you will see a flash of ferocity in her that is as impressive as it is measured. Jessica is the whole package, truly. Before i break into a sonnet about her, i will conclude with this: My day in court was EXTREMELY stressful and i really couldn't imagine leaving court that day in anything other than a downcast mood. As i played it out in my head beforehand, even the best case scenario of having the charges dropped would have left the bitter residue that there were charges to begin with. But Jessica somehow made the experience cathartic, even triumphant. I hope to God i never have to go through that again, but if ever do, Jessica Carmichael is the first person I'm going to call.

I hired Jessica on behalf of my sister whom was facing federal drug conspiracy charges with a mandatory minimum sentence of 10yrs. Jessica worked hard and fought for my sister and kept us well informed as to what was next. With Jessica on our side my sister was able to avoid the mandatory minimum sentence (10yrs) and will only serve 18 months. We are very pleased with the results as my sisters co defendant was not so lucky. He used a public defender and received 10 years federal time. Bottom line if your looking for someone to save your butt Jessica needs to be your lawyer!