Atty. Michael A. Robinson
Michael A. Robinson is the founder and Chief Executive Officer of Robinson Law, PLLC, and he brings a distinguished record of public service and litigation experience to his current role.
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Michael A. Robinson is a criminal defense attorney based in Fairfax, Virginia, practicing at Robinson Law PLLC. They have 21+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2005. Admitted to practice in Virginia, Virginia State Bar (2005) and Virginia, Fairfax Bar Association (2008). Educated at Regent University (J.D., 2005) and Radford University (B.S., 2001). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: General Practice (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026). Serands clients in Fairfax, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Michael A. Robinson is the founder and Chief Executive Officer of Robinson Law, PLLC, and he brings a distinguished record of public service and litigation experience to his current role
- After earning his J.D. from Regent University School of Law in 2006, he began his legal career as a prosecutor in the City of Newport News and later in Fauquier County, Virginia
- In Newport News, he was assigned to the Juvenile & Domestic Relations team and prosecuted nearly 1,000 cases in Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court as well as appeals and circuit court certifications
- During his time in Fauquier County, he handled matters in General District, Juvenile & Domestic Relations, and Circuit Court, spanning the full spectrum from traffic offenses to violent felonies
- Since establishing Robinson Law in Northern Virginia, Robinson has developed a multi-practice law firm offering both criminal defense and personal injury services in state and federal courts
- His professional recognitions are numerous: he holds membership in the National Academy of DUI Attorneys and the National College of DUI Defense, and he has achieved peer-review ratings from organizations such as Martindale-Hubbell and AVVO
- Among his honors are listings such as “Top 100 Trial Lawyers” and “Top 40 Under 40” by the National Trial Lawyers, the “Top Lawyer” distinction in Northern Virginia Magazine, and the “Client’s Choice” award from AVVO
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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 andnue, 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.
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