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Criminal Defense & DUI Lawyers in Manassas, VA
Battlefield Law Group is a dedicated legal practice serving clients across Northern Virginia with a focus on criminal defense, DUI/DWI, and traffic offenses. Our team of experienced attorneys brings over 50 years of combined trial experience, offering personalized and strategic defense tailored to each client's unique circumstances. We prioritize client communication, leveraging deep knowledge of local courts, judges, and prosecutors to achieve favorable outcomes. Our commitment extends beyond legal expertise to compassionate support during challenging times, ensuring every client feels valued and heard throughout the legal process. 
Services
Criminal Defense
DUI/DWI Defense
Traffic Offenses
Reckless Driving
Drug Crimes
Protective Orders
Expungements
Federal Crimes
Domestic Violence
Probation Violation
Details
- Year established: 2023
Highlights and features
- We offer 50+ years of combined trial experience in Virginia courts
- Our attorneys develop personalized defense strategies for each case
- We provide bilingual legal support for Spanish-speaking clients
- Our team challenges evidence legality in police overreach cases
- We focus on local jurisdictions' specific procedures and requirements
What people say
Amazing attorney
Rockstars
Case dismissed
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True advocate
Services
Criminal Defense
We defend clients against felony and misdemeanor charges across Northern Virginia. Our attorneys challenge evidence legality, protect constitutional rights, and develop tailored defense strategies. With extensive courtroom experience, we represent clients facing drug crimes, domestic violence, and other criminal allegations while maintaining transparent communication throughout the legal process.
DUI/DWI Defense
Our specialized DUI defense team challenges breathalyzer accuracy and field sobriety test validity. We examine police procedure compliance, contest license suspensions, and develop defense strategies for first-time and repeat offenses. With ongoing participation in national DUI conferences, we employ cutting-edge defense techniques tailored to Virginia's strict DUI laws.
Traffic Offenses
We defend serious traffic violations including reckless driving and license suspensions. Our attorneys challenge radar accuracy, contest improper stops, and negotiate charge reductions. We protect commercial drivers' careers and prevent minor infractions from escalating into criminal matters through strategic legal interventions.
Drug Crimes
Our firm challenges drug possession and distribution charges by examining search warrant validity and evidence chain-of-custody issues. We explore first-offender program eligibility and contest forensic evidence reliability. We defend cases involving controlled substances, prescription fraud, and drug-related traffic stops across Northern Virginia jurisdictions.
Reckless Driving
We defend reckless driving charges involving excessive speed, improper passing, and loss of vehicle control. Our attorneys challenge radar/LIDAR calibration records, contest officer observations, and negotiate charge reductions. We protect clients' driving records and prevent criminal convictions for Virginia's strict reckless driving statutes.
People
Nicole H. Naum
Founding Partner
With 15+ years of criminal defense experience, Nicole Naum specializes in DUI defense and courtroom advocacy. She graduated from University of Detroit Mercy School of Law in 2008 and has received multiple Super Lawyers recognitions. Her analytical approach combines legal expertise with personalized client support.
Steven L. Duckett Jr.
Partner
Bringing 25+ years of criminal defense experience, Steven Duckett specializes in high-profile cases and complex prosecutions. He joined Battlefield Law Group in 2024, offering strategic courtroom representation while maintaining direct client communication throughout case proceedings.
Lili R. O'Connell
Senior Associate
With 10+ years of legal experience, Lili O'Connell focuses on criminal defense, DUI cases, and protective orders. She provides detailed case analysis and courtroom representation, maintaining direct communication with clients from case initiation through resolution.
Sarah Panone
Senior Legal Assistant
As senior legal assistant, Sarah Panone coordinates case logistics and client communications. She ensures smooth case progression through detailed administrative support while maintaining client confidentiality and accessibility.
Nidia Hernandez
Legal Assistant
Nidia Hernandez provides essential case management support, assisting with documentation and client coordination. She maintains organizational efficiency while ensuring timely communication between clients and legal staff.
Questions
What happens after a DUI stop in Virginia?
Virginia DUI stops require immediate legal action. We examine police procedure compliance, challenge evidence validity, and protect your driving privileges within strict legal deadlines.
How do criminal charges affect employment?
Criminal records can impact employment opportunities. We work to minimize charges through dismissals, diversions, or reduced sentencing to protect your professional future.
Can traffic tickets lead to criminal records?
Yes, Virginia treats reckless driving and certain violations as criminal offenses. We prevent minor infractions from creating permanent criminal records through strategic legal defense.
What are first-offender drug program benefits?
Eligible clients can avoid convictions through probation and treatment programs. We evaluate your case for 18.2-251 Virginia Code eligibility and guide you through program requirements.
How does the firm handle emergency cases?
We prioritize urgent matters with immediate attorney consultation. While not offering 24/7 services, we provide prompt responses during regular business hours for critical legal situations.
