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Sean Sherlock

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Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Speeding and traffic ticket

Language

English

About

Sean A. Sherlock is an award-winning trial attorney specializing in criminal defense, DUI/traffic defense, and civil litigation. A passionate and forceful advocate for his clients, Mr. Sherlock consistently achieves outstanding results through the application of his extensive trial experience and legal insight.Having tried hundreds of cases ranging from DUI/DWI, drug distribution, fraud, embezzlement, domestic violence, gang offenses, and murder, Mr. Sherlock's depth of experience as a former prosecutor for the City of Alexandria distinguishes him from other defense attorneys. Clients facing criminal or traffic charges benefit from his unique insights into how law enforcement and prosecutors build their cases and prepare for trial. He uses this knowledge to tailor a compelling legal strategy to the individual needs and circumstances of each client in a goal-oriented approach to criminal defense, resulting in outstanding results for hundreds of clients facing criminal charges throughout Northern Virginia jurisdictions. Mr. Sherlock is committed to finding creative solutions to his clients’ legal situations and works tirelessly to fight for their rights.Mr. Sherlock's extensive legal knowledge and success in the courtroom makes him a sought-after educator and trainer for other legal professionals. As a prosecutor, he conducted state-wide and local trainings for prosecutors, law enforcement officers, and allied professionals on a range of topics including evidence-based prosecution strategies in domestic violence cases, prosecution of criminal street gangs, Fourth and Fifth Amendment issues for police, educational neglect, animal cruelty, and others. Since leaving the prosecutor’s office, Mr. Sherlock routinely trains new police recruits in courtroom procedure and testimony at the Northern Virginia Criminal Justice Academy, and has also conducted Virginia-State-Bar-approved continuing legal education for attorneys on topics including family abuse protective orders, and digital evidence.Mr. Sherlock was born in the City of Alexandria, where he lives with his wife and three daughters. Since 2014 Mr. Sherlock has helped to organize Jazz 4 Justice Alexandria, an annual benefit concert that has raised thousands of dollars for youth scholarships and pro bono legal services in the City of Alexandria. He is a past Treasurer of the Alexandria Bar Foundation, current member of the VSB 4th District Disciplinary Committee, and a member of multiple court committees focused on increasing access to justice and improving the juvenile justice system.

Practices Areas

Criminal Defense

DUI and DWI

Speeding and traffic ticket

Language

English

Contact

King, Campbell, Poretz & Mitchell108 N Alfred St.Second FloorAlexandria, VA, 22314

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Reviews

anonymous
May 14, 2021

Mr. Sherlock really helped me out of a very difficult situation this past year. I am still in disbelief that the case was dismissed. It was a very difficult time for me and he really helped me out. He was constantly encouraging and knew exactly how to talk to the judge and knew what all I need to do to get the necessary outcome. Mr. Sherlock is a sharp attorney who knows the system well. You won’t be disappointed to hire him. I read the reviews before me and then met with him prior to hiring him to represent me. He was calm and confident and did not try to scare me like some other lawyers did. He told me to believe in him and do the tasks that he had given me. Everyone in his office was also very helpful including Nicole and Mr. Dischley. I am very grateful that he was able to help me and am very glad that I chose him to represent me. Thanks for all your hard work Mr. Sherlock.

anonymous
April 5, 2021

Sean is a highly skilled and knowledgeable attorney. He walked with our family through an extremely difficult time and was there from start to finish to make sure we understood every step of the process. We were able to get the results we were looking for in our case. Others told us it wasn't possible, but Sean knew he could make it happen. We could not be more grateful!

TJ
March 28, 2021

Attorney Sherlock was able to get me a not guilty in my case we prepared for the worst case. Do to his knowledge and attention to detail the case didn’t make it past the preliminary hearing. I’m so thankful for Attorney Sherlock.

anonymous
March 15, 2021

Couldn't get much information out of others, but Sean provided outstanding feedback to me, detailed, and very helpful information. If anything progresses, I know who I would call and want on my side.

DINH
March 10, 2021

I think I will keep the contact of Mr Sherlock, the best lawyer I trust just in case I will have any incident. He is different from the others no matter how busy he is, no matter what time of lawyer costs, he still spend his time answers my concern wherever. That is the first point make clients feel reliable.

anonymous
March 9, 2021

In my time of stress and anxiety, you have successfully helped me with the best possible outcome. I’m so grateful to put my trust and faith in you. Your many years of experience has granted me freedom and peace of mind. God bless you and your family!

Adam
March 3, 2021

Sean was great to work with very personable, he always had multiple options, and his opinion on each. He was very direct and fought for the best outcome. Sean and his team helped guide me with steps I could take to mitigate my charges (i.e community service, driving programs, speedometer calibration). My case got continued multiple times due to the officers failure to appear. I would recommend Sean and his team they are extremely easy to work with, responsive, and professional. He makes navigating traffic court a breeze.

anonymous
February 23, 2021

Mr. Sherlock was very Persistent on pushing for a better out come in my Domestic A&B case. He managed to get me what I asked for in the beginning which was no jail time even when all the odds were against me. Mr. Sherlock is someone I strongly recommend for your defense.

anonymous
February 19, 2021

I had a very sticky situation with a 70 in a 45 with a CDL in a non CMV. I got my consult with him and his professionalism and expertise filled me with proper confidence from the beginning. From there I talked to a few lawyers with his help as to what a "good lawyer" would offer in his consultation (it was my first experience with a traffic attorney). No other lawyer even came close to giving me the hope and confidence he gave me. I hired him that same day, followed his instruction for preparing us for the court date. Sure enough, after all was said and done he blew away my expectations by a mile. What I feared was a speeding ticket and losing my career and he got a non-moving violation that didn't affect my CDL record. He and Nicole listened, re-assured me through tough patches, and more importantly didn't lie or give false hope. They gave me realistic expectations... and then got even better results. 100/10 (not a typo) would definitely recommend, every day, no contest. Thank you Mr.Sherlock and Ms.Nicole you are amazing!!!

Gordon
February 13, 2021

It was a pleasure talking and meeting with Sean Sherlock. He is not just a great lawyer, but also a great human being with a big heart. From day one, he made me feel comfortable. I believe he saw that I was trying to move forward with my life and put the past behind me, so hit this case from every angle. He went above and beyond to make sure I took care of my responsibilities for the case. He was sharp in court and handled this case just like he said he was going do. He is an amazing lawyer for sure. Thanks, Mr. Sherlock

anonymous
May 14, 2021

Mr. Sherlock really helped me out of a very difficult situation this past year. I am still in disbelief that the case was dismissed. It was a very difficult time for me and he really helped me out. He was constantly encouraging and knew exactly how to talk to the judge and knew what all I need to do to get the necessary outcome. Mr. Sherlock is a sharp attorney who knows the system well. You won’t be disappointed to hire him. I read the reviews before me and then met with him prior to hiring him to represent me. He was calm and confident and did not try to scare me like some other lawyers did. He told me to believe in him and do the tasks that he had given me. Everyone in his office was also very helpful including Nicole and Mr. Dischley. I am very grateful that he was able to help me and am very glad that I chose him to represent me. Thanks for all your hard work Mr. Sherlock.

anonymous
April 5, 2021

Sean is a highly skilled and knowledgeable attorney. He walked with our family through an extremely difficult time and was there from start to finish to make sure we understood every step of the process. We were able to get the results we were looking for in our case. Others told us it wasn't possible, but Sean knew he could make it happen. We could not be more grateful!

TJ
March 28, 2021

Attorney Sherlock was able to get me a not guilty in my case we prepared for the worst case. Do to his knowledge and attention to detail the case didn’t make it past the preliminary hearing. I’m so thankful for Attorney Sherlock.

anonymous
March 15, 2021

Couldn't get much information out of others, but Sean provided outstanding feedback to me, detailed, and very helpful information. If anything progresses, I know who I would call and want on my side.

DINH
March 10, 2021

I think I will keep the contact of Mr Sherlock, the best lawyer I trust just in case I will have any incident. He is different from the others no matter how busy he is, no matter what time of lawyer costs, he still spend his time answers my concern wherever. That is the first point make clients feel reliable.

anonymous
March 9, 2021

In my time of stress and anxiety, you have successfully helped me with the best possible outcome. I’m so grateful to put my trust and faith in you. Your many years of experience has granted me freedom and peace of mind. God bless you and your family!

Adam
March 3, 2021

Sean was great to work with very personable, he always had multiple options, and his opinion on each. He was very direct and fought for the best outcome. Sean and his team helped guide me with steps I could take to mitigate my charges (i.e community service, driving programs, speedometer calibration). My case got continued multiple times due to the officers failure to appear. I would recommend Sean and his team they are extremely easy to work with, responsive, and professional. He makes navigating traffic court a breeze.

anonymous
February 23, 2021

Mr. Sherlock was very Persistent on pushing for a better out come in my Domestic A&B case. He managed to get me what I asked for in the beginning which was no jail time even when all the odds were against me. Mr. Sherlock is someone I strongly recommend for your defense.

anonymous
February 19, 2021

I had a very sticky situation with a 70 in a 45 with a CDL in a non CMV. I got my consult with him and his professionalism and expertise filled me with proper confidence from the beginning. From there I talked to a few lawyers with his help as to what a "good lawyer" would offer in his consultation (it was my first experience with a traffic attorney). No other lawyer even came close to giving me the hope and confidence he gave me. I hired him that same day, followed his instruction for preparing us for the court date. Sure enough, after all was said and done he blew away my expectations by a mile. What I feared was a speeding ticket and losing my career and he got a non-moving violation that didn't affect my CDL record. He and Nicole listened, re-assured me through tough patches, and more importantly didn't lie or give false hope. They gave me realistic expectations... and then got even better results. 100/10 (not a typo) would definitely recommend, every day, no contest. Thank you Mr.Sherlock and Ms.Nicole you are amazing!!!

Gordon
February 13, 2021

It was a pleasure talking and meeting with Sean Sherlock. He is not just a great lawyer, but also a great human being with a big heart. From day one, he made me feel comfortable. I believe he saw that I was trying to move forward with my life and put the past behind me, so hit this case from every angle. He went above and beyond to make sure I took care of my responsibilities for the case. He was sharp in court and handled this case just like he said he was going do. He is an amazing lawyer for sure. Thanks, Mr. Sherlock

anonymous
May 14, 2021

Mr. Sherlock really helped me out of a very difficult situation this past year. I am still in disbelief that the case was dismissed. It was a very difficult time for me and he really helped me out. He was constantly encouraging and knew exactly how to talk to the judge and knew what all I need to do to get the necessary outcome. Mr. Sherlock is a sharp attorney who knows the system well. You won’t be disappointed to hire him. I read the reviews before me and then met with him prior to hiring him to represent me. He was calm and confident and did not try to scare me like some other lawyers did. He told me to believe in him and do the tasks that he had given me. Everyone in his office was also very helpful including Nicole and Mr. Dischley. I am very grateful that he was able to help me and am very glad that I chose him to represent me. Thanks for all your hard work Mr. Sherlock.

anonymous
April 5, 2021

Sean is a highly skilled and knowledgeable attorney. He walked with our family through an extremely difficult time and was there from start to finish to make sure we understood every step of the process. We were able to get the results we were looking for in our case. Others told us it wasn't possible, but Sean knew he could make it happen. We could not be more grateful!

TJ
March 28, 2021

Attorney Sherlock was able to get me a not guilty in my case we prepared for the worst case. Do to his knowledge and attention to detail the case didn’t make it past the preliminary hearing. I’m so thankful for Attorney Sherlock.

anonymous
March 15, 2021

Couldn't get much information out of others, but Sean provided outstanding feedback to me, detailed, and very helpful information. If anything progresses, I know who I would call and want on my side.

DINH
March 10, 2021

I think I will keep the contact of Mr Sherlock, the best lawyer I trust just in case I will have any incident. He is different from the others no matter how busy he is, no matter what time of lawyer costs, he still spend his time answers my concern wherever. That is the first point make clients feel reliable.

anonymous
March 9, 2021

In my time of stress and anxiety, you have successfully helped me with the best possible outcome. I’m so grateful to put my trust and faith in you. Your many years of experience has granted me freedom and peace of mind. God bless you and your family!

Adam
March 3, 2021

Sean was great to work with very personable, he always had multiple options, and his opinion on each. He was very direct and fought for the best outcome. Sean and his team helped guide me with steps I could take to mitigate my charges (i.e community service, driving programs, speedometer calibration). My case got continued multiple times due to the officers failure to appear. I would recommend Sean and his team they are extremely easy to work with, responsive, and professional. He makes navigating traffic court a breeze.

anonymous
February 23, 2021

Mr. Sherlock was very Persistent on pushing for a better out come in my Domestic A&B case. He managed to get me what I asked for in the beginning which was no jail time even when all the odds were against me. Mr. Sherlock is someone I strongly recommend for your defense.

anonymous
February 19, 2021

I had a very sticky situation with a 70 in a 45 with a CDL in a non CMV. I got my consult with him and his professionalism and expertise filled me with proper confidence from the beginning. From there I talked to a few lawyers with his help as to what a "good lawyer" would offer in his consultation (it was my first experience with a traffic attorney). No other lawyer even came close to giving me the hope and confidence he gave me. I hired him that same day, followed his instruction for preparing us for the court date. Sure enough, after all was said and done he blew away my expectations by a mile. What I feared was a speeding ticket and losing my career and he got a non-moving violation that didn't affect my CDL record. He and Nicole listened, re-assured me through tough patches, and more importantly didn't lie or give false hope. They gave me realistic expectations... and then got even better results. 100/10 (not a typo) would definitely recommend, every day, no contest. Thank you Mr.Sherlock and Ms.Nicole you are amazing!!!

Gordon
February 13, 2021

It was a pleasure talking and meeting with Sean Sherlock. He is not just a great lawyer, but also a great human being with a big heart. From day one, he made me feel comfortable. I believe he saw that I was trying to move forward with my life and put the past behind me, so hit this case from every angle. He went above and beyond to make sure I took care of my responsibilities for the case. He was sharp in court and handled this case just like he said he was going do. He is an amazing lawyer for sure. Thanks, Mr. Sherlock

anonymous
May 14, 2021

Mr. Sherlock really helped me out of a very difficult situation this past year. I am still in disbelief that the case was dismissed. It was a very difficult time for me and he really helped me out. He was constantly encouraging and knew exactly how to talk to the judge and knew what all I need to do to get the necessary outcome. Mr. Sherlock is a sharp attorney who knows the system well. You won’t be disappointed to hire him. I read the reviews before me and then met with him prior to hiring him to represent me. He was calm and confident and did not try to scare me like some other lawyers did. He told me to believe in him and do the tasks that he had given me. Everyone in his office was also very helpful including Nicole and Mr. Dischley. I am very grateful that he was able to help me and am very glad that I chose him to represent me. Thanks for all your hard work Mr. Sherlock.

anonymous
April 5, 2021

Sean is a highly skilled and knowledgeable attorney. He walked with our family through an extremely difficult time and was there from start to finish to make sure we understood every step of the process. We were able to get the results we were looking for in our case. Others told us it wasn't possible, but Sean knew he could make it happen. We could not be more grateful!

TJ
March 28, 2021

Attorney Sherlock was able to get me a not guilty in my case we prepared for the worst case. Do to his knowledge and attention to detail the case didn’t make it past the preliminary hearing. I’m so thankful for Attorney Sherlock.

anonymous
March 15, 2021

Couldn't get much information out of others, but Sean provided outstanding feedback to me, detailed, and very helpful information. If anything progresses, I know who I would call and want on my side.

DINH
March 10, 2021

I think I will keep the contact of Mr Sherlock, the best lawyer I trust just in case I will have any incident. He is different from the others no matter how busy he is, no matter what time of lawyer costs, he still spend his time answers my concern wherever. That is the first point make clients feel reliable.

anonymous
March 9, 2021

In my time of stress and anxiety, you have successfully helped me with the best possible outcome. I’m so grateful to put my trust and faith in you. Your many years of experience has granted me freedom and peace of mind. God bless you and your family!

Adam
March 3, 2021

Sean was great to work with very personable, he always had multiple options, and his opinion on each. He was very direct and fought for the best outcome. Sean and his team helped guide me with steps I could take to mitigate my charges (i.e community service, driving programs, speedometer calibration). My case got continued multiple times due to the officers failure to appear. I would recommend Sean and his team they are extremely easy to work with, responsive, and professional. He makes navigating traffic court a breeze.

anonymous
February 23, 2021

Mr. Sherlock was very Persistent on pushing for a better out come in my Domestic A&B case. He managed to get me what I asked for in the beginning which was no jail time even when all the odds were against me. Mr. Sherlock is someone I strongly recommend for your defense.

anonymous
February 19, 2021

I had a very sticky situation with a 70 in a 45 with a CDL in a non CMV. I got my consult with him and his professionalism and expertise filled me with proper confidence from the beginning. From there I talked to a few lawyers with his help as to what a "good lawyer" would offer in his consultation (it was my first experience with a traffic attorney). No other lawyer even came close to giving me the hope and confidence he gave me. I hired him that same day, followed his instruction for preparing us for the court date. Sure enough, after all was said and done he blew away my expectations by a mile. What I feared was a speeding ticket and losing my career and he got a non-moving violation that didn't affect my CDL record. He and Nicole listened, re-assured me through tough patches, and more importantly didn't lie or give false hope. They gave me realistic expectations... and then got even better results. 100/10 (not a typo) would definitely recommend, every day, no contest. Thank you Mr.Sherlock and Ms.Nicole you are amazing!!!

Gordon
February 13, 2021

It was a pleasure talking and meeting with Sean Sherlock. He is not just a great lawyer, but also a great human being with a big heart. From day one, he made me feel comfortable. I believe he saw that I was trying to move forward with my life and put the past behind me, so hit this case from every angle. He went above and beyond to make sure I took care of my responsibilities for the case. He was sharp in court and handled this case just like he said he was going do. He is an amazing lawyer for sure. Thanks, Mr. Sherlock