Atty. Lance Daniel Gardner
Mr. Lance Daniel Gardner is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, felonies, weapons charges and 19 other areas of law.
Criminal Defense & More Attorney · Serving Fairfax, VA · 43+ Years Experience
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About Lance Daniel Gardner at a Glance
Lance Daniel Gardner is a Member based in Fairfax, Virginia, practicing at Lance D. Gardner. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on divorce, dui/dwi, child custody, personal injury, and criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Virginia U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia (1983), District of Columbia (1986), and U.S. District Court, District of Columbia (1987). Educated at Georgetown University (L.L.M. Pennsylvania, 1987) and George Mason University (J.D., 1983). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of District of Columbia Bar Fairfax (Member, Criminal Law and Family Law Sections) and Federal Bar Associations Virginia State Bar (Member, Criminal Law and Family Law Sections) Virginia College of Criminal Defense Attorneys. Serves clients in Fairfax, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Lance Daniel Gardner
- Mr. Lance Daniel Gardner is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, felonies, weapons charges and 19 other areas of law
- Lance received a degree from Georgetown University in 1987, and has been licensed for 43 years
- Lance practices at Lance D. Gardner in Fairfax, VA
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Lance Daniel Gardner's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Lance Daniel Gardner handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Fairfax.
Divorce in Fairfax
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
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DUI / DWI Defense in Fairfax
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Child Custody & Visitation in Fairfax
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Personal Injury in Fairfax
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
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Criminal Defense in Fairfax
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Fairfax
Practicing law in Virginia. Legal matters in Virginia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Fairfax are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Virginia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Virginia brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Virginia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Fairfax Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Fairfax-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Fairfax Choose Lance Daniel Gardner
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Lance Daniel Gardner's practice in the field of divorce, dui/dwi, child custody, personal injury, and criminal defense.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Lance Daniel Gardner brings 43+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Virginia U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia, District of Columbia, and U.S. District Court, District of Columbia, Lance Daniel Gardner can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering divorce, dui/dwi, and child custody, Lance Daniel Gardner can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Fairfax
A Fairfax-based practice means Lance Daniel Gardner attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Lance Daniel Gardner Handles in Fairfax
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Lance Daniel Gardner has experience with under Virginia law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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