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Dedicated Defense for Criminal Law in Virginia

The Law Offices of Frank Salvato are exclusively devoted to criminal and traffic defense. For clients facing matters involving criminal law in Virginia, the firm provides focused legal services and experienced court representation in federal and state courts across Virginia and the District of Columbia. With offices in Alexandria and Leesburg, VA, Frank Salvato represents clients in a broad range of criminal and traffic cases. Initial consultations are free and strictly confidential.

Proven Trial Experience in State and Federal Courts

Mr. Salvato has secured not guilty verdicts in multiple jurisdictions, including:
  • United States District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia
  • United States District Court for the District of Columbia
  • City of Alexandria
  • Fairfax County
  • Arlington County
  • Prince William County
  • Loudoun County

Not Guilty Verdicts Include:

  • Capital Murder (Jury trial in the Eastern District of Virginia)
  • Mail and Wire Fraud (Jury trial in the Eastern District of Virginia)
  • Bank Robbery (Jury trial in the Eastern District of Virginia)
  • Mail and Wire Fraud (Jury trial in the District of Columbia)
  • Murder for Hire (Jury trial in Arlington Circuit Court)
  • Drug Conspiracy (Jury trial in the Eastern District of Virginia)
  • False Statements (Jury trial in the Eastern District of Virginia)
  • Murder (Jury trial in the Eastern District of Virginia)
  • Felony Drug Charges (Jury trial in the Eastern District of Virginia)
  • Bail Reform Act (Jury trial in Superior Court, Washington D.C.)
  • Internet Solicitation (Bench trial in Eastern District of Virginia)
  • Riot and Assault (Jury trial in the Eastern District of Virginia)
  • Assault (Jury trial in Fairfax County Circuit Court)
  • Drug Conspiracy (Jury trial in the Eastern District of Virginia)
  • Driving While Intoxicated (Jury trial in Superior Court, D.C)
  • Felon in Possession/Firearm (Jury trial in Eastern District of Virginia)
  • Assault Dangerous Weapon (Jury trial in Eastern District of Virginia)
  • Sexual Assault (Jury trial in Maryland Circuit Court)
  • Assault and Battery (Jury trial in Fairfax County Circuit Court)
  • Insurance Fraud (Jury trial in Prince William County)
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Dedicated Criminal and Traffic Defense

Mr. Salvato has represented clients in all areas of criminal and traffic law, including:
  • Death Penalty Cases
  • Homicides
  • White Collar Offenses
  • Narcotics Cases
  • Assaults
  • DUI Charge
  • Habitual Offender Matter
  • Driving on a Suspended or Restricted License
  • Juvenile Offenses
He regularly practices in federal and state courts across Virginia and in the District of Columbia, with experience that includes trial work before judges and juries, as well as appellate matters before higher courts.
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Media Coverage

Here is a link to a high profile case featured on 20/20 and Dateline.  After a three week trial, the client was found not guilty after one hour of jury deliberations.  Mr. Salvato regularly appears as an expert on various media outlets. 
Link to video and article regarding this case.

Zealous Representation for Every Client

The Law Offices of Frank Salvato provide zealous representation to clients facing a wide variety of criminal cases. Past clients have included current and former professional athletes, police officers charged with criminal offenses, and individuals facing the death penalty in federal and state courts. No matter how large or small the case, the firm is committed to providing dedicated defense and careful attention to each client’s legal matter.

Appeals and Flat Fee Representation

Mr. Salvato has appeared before:
  • The Virginia Supreme Court
  • The Virginia Court of Appeals
  • The Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals
Consultations about appeals are welcome. Clients are encouraged to call and schedule an appointment to discuss their case. All initial consultations are free, and fees for criminal cases are generally handled on a flat-fee basis so clients can understand their costs up front.

Professional Background

Mr. Salvato is licensed to practice in every state court in the Commonwealth of Virginia, the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia, the Courts of the District of Columbia, and the Court of Appeals in both Virginia and the District. He is one of only a handful of attorneys qualified to represent individuals charged with death penalty-eligible offenses in the federal courthouse in Alexandria, Virginia. Mr. Salvato has practiced solely criminal defense since opening his own practice. He is licensed in Virginia and the District of Columbia and has also appeared in the state and federal courts of Maryland.
His memberships include:
  • National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
  • Virginia College of Criminal Defense Lawyer
  • Alexandria Bar Association
His practice has always been, and continues to be, solely devoted to criminal and traffic defense. All felony and misdemeanor offenses are defended.

Commitment to Ethics and Professional Responsibility

Mr. Salvato served for six years as a member of the Ethics Committee of the Virginia State Bar and was elected chairman of that committee for one year. The committee investigates and decides ethical concerns involving attorneys licensed in Virginia. The Law Offices of Frank Salvato seek to meet the highest standard of ethical responsibility with both the courts and clients.

Community Activities

Mr. Salvato has been involved in various community activities, including speaking to high school students and assisting students participating in mock trial programs sponsored by the Virginia Bar. He has also made presentations to attorneys and law students. In addition, Mr. Salvato has volunteered to assist courts by taking certain cases on a pro bono basis, including cases involving indigent individuals seeking appeals of wrongful convictions.
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If you are facing a criminal or traffic matter, contact the Law Offices of Frank Salvato to discuss your case. Initial consultations are free and strictly confidential.
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