Faraji Allen Rosenthall, Criminal Defense Attorney in Fairfax, Virginia

Faraji concentrates on criminal defense, drug crimes, dui/dwi, dv defense, and expungement. Each area below outlines the kind of case Faraji handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Criminal Defense

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• Drug Crimes

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• DUI/DWI

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• DV Defense

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• Expungement

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• Sex Crimes

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Faraji's primary office is at 4020 University Drive, Suite 207, Fairfax, VA, 22030. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Working with a new criminal defense attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Faraji usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Faraji discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in criminal defense practice — ask which fits.

• How much does it cost to hire Faraji for a criminal defense case?

  Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Faraji walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

• Does Faraji offer a free consultation?

  Faraji charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Faraji's office. Some criminal defense attorneys offer free consults — check Faraji's current terms during booking.

• How long do criminal defense cases in Virginia typically take?

  Simple criminal defense matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Faraji gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Faraji take my case if I'm outside Fairfax?

  Faraji is licensed in Virginia. Matters governed by Virginia law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Faraji will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

• What should I bring to my first meeting with Faraji?

  Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Faraji will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Faraji accepting new criminal defense clients right now?

  Faraji's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.