Reviews

Misha is an amazing lawyer. I have used his services for several different issues, and he has always gotten me the best possible outcome. With Misha, you are in very good hands and can rest assure that you have a lawyer who doesn't just see his clients in terms of dollars, but actually cares about his clients and is not afraid to aggressively fight for the best possible outcome.

Mr. Lopez represented me in a protection order case. I was in a bind and he rescued me the day before I had to appear in court for my preliminary hearing. He took the time and truly listened and asked great questions. I knew after the first time speaking with him that I was in great hands. His attention to detail and communication was beyond what I could have imagined. My situation had me feeling really down at times and I can honestly say that Mr. Lopez was a shining light and he helped me keep a positive attitude. I feel so fortunate and lucky to have had Mr. Lopez represent me. He is truly an incredible attorney, super intelligent, and a really good person. Please use Mr. Lopez if you truly want the best!

Mr. Lopez represented me in a protection order case. I was in a bind and he rescued me the day before I had to appear in court for my preliminary hearing. He took the time and truly listened and asked great questions. I knew after the first time speaking with him that I was in great hands. His attention to detail and communication was beyond what I could have imagined. My situation had me feeling really down at times and I can honestly say that Mr. Lopez was a shining light and he helped me keep a positive attitude. I feel so fortunate and lucky to have had Mr. Lopez represent me. He is truly an incredible attorney, super intelligent, and a really good person. Please use Mr. Lopez if you truly want the best!

Mikhail was referred to me by a friend of a friend and I didn’t for a second doubt much decision. He represented me thoroughly and professionally to a favorable outcome by using his knowledge of not only Arlington and Virginia law but also his experience with how Arlington County police operate. He reasonable expectations and then went above and beyond. I highly recommend Mikhail and, while I hope I never need his services again, he will be my first call when working within the Arlington legal system.

Going through a divorce is never a pleasant experience but working with Kara made it so much easier. She was a listening ear, and she went to bat on my behalf. I never had to worry about the state of my case because Kara always kept me informed. I tell everyone I know that if they need a lawyer to call Kara. She will take care of you without charging an arm and a leg.

Mr. Lopez represented me in a protection order case with limited time of preparation, but with the facts I provided and his ability to understand quickly made all of the difference in the courtroom. It was great watching him perform in the courtroom because he made all of the points needed for my success. A cerebral attorney. I highly recommend Mr. Lopez, he is professional, dedicated, and is committed to winning.

The best. Responsible, attentive, knowledgeable, etc. they’re aren’t enough words. Misha has taken his time to go far and beyond what was expected of him, even long after he got my case dismissed. He answers any questions I have, I am thankful that he was referred to me. I will refer him to anyone I know. Misha thanks for everything you’ve done for me and my family.

Just a fantastic lawyer. On short notice he dissected my case quickly and used his long experience to leverage a terrific outcome. I was raised by lawyers and have hired a number over the years. I can't imagine you finding anyone better.

David helped guide me on what to do, answer questions, allay concerns and negotiated well with the prosecutor. After the steps he advised me to take and his negotiations I was able to get a lesser charge (speeding ticket) than was ticketed by the officer. I was very pleased with the outcome. Highly recommend for any traffic infractions.

To properly understand or fully appreciate this review of each of Kara Lee and Misha Lopez, you will need enough context of me and my situation. I know good value when it comes to retaining legal services, because I graduated from a top 25 law school in 2009. In 2011, I had a girlfriend whom I got pregnant in 2012, and by 2013 I married her; and later that year our daughter was born. I was the main caregiver of our daughter. By 2016 we were all living in Alexandria VA, but later in that year my wife (without telling me) decided in Aug. to divorce me. In secret, she hired an attorney, and began recording me in our home in hopes of gaining leverage in the divorce and custody dispute. Within two months of hiring her attorney, she had at least on two separate occasions made false or misleading statements about getting me arrested. I was not arrested. In Sept. 2016, I retained Kara, and we later defeated in court a petition for a protective order based on such misleading statements. Kara later negotiated joint custody during the separation period, and we were scheduled to mediate a divorce settlement by Aug. 2017. Just before that, on more false or misleading statements, I was actually arrested. Nevertheless, before the criminal trial, Kara again negotiated joint custody for a finalized divorce. In Aug. 2017, those criminal charges were dropped. By Feb. 2018, I was facing 20-25 false or misleading allegations that I had violated the divorce order entered by the court merely 4.5 months earlier. Kara in April in court defeated that rule-to-show-cause (i.e. contempt motion). More false or misleading statements arose in the form of an emergency-protective order in April 2018, and by that time my ex-wife had a new guy. He started showing up at custodial exchanges of my daughter in July 2018 and into 2019. From him and my ex wife, false or misleading statements were made in 2019 to police or magistrates. I was under criminal investigation in Aug 2019, when I reached out to Kara for advice. She had recently opened a new law firm with Mischa. My trust in her led me to retain Misha, who represented me as I—again—surrendered myself to arrest in Aug. 2019. The arrest warrant said “on/about August 2019,” but at the Sept. 2019 trial, minutes before it began, the VA commonwealth (“VACW”) amended the warrant to go back three years to Oct. 2016. We were in J&DR court, and we were unfortunate to have drawn Judge Frogale, who refused to see the truth that everyone else (e.g. the bailiff or court reporter) it seemed in the courtroom could see—that my ex wife was at least blatantly misrepresenting information. Judge Frogale found me guilty. Misha on my behalf appealed the ruling, and we were scheduled for a new trial, before a jury, in the circuit court, on February 10-11, 2020. Along my side, Misha worked tirelessly with facts stemming from 3+ years to fully understand the 15-20 allegations that the VACW was now trying to assert. On Feb. 10, after my ex wife was the first witness examined by the VACW, Misha began his cross examination of her. He was chronologically, thoroughly and meticulously impeaching her; but he had only gotten to her allegations dated in June 2017 when the honorable Judge Clark had to call overnight recess until the next day. It was once again clear to the audience that my ex-wife was making false or misleading statements. The judge asked both my attorney and the VACW to meet him in chambers after dismissing the jury for recess. By that night, the VACW left chambers, and made me a settlement offer that was better than what it had offered on the eve of the trial. The trial was stopped, and I am no longer subject to the original charges for the timeframe of Oct2016-Aug2019. Misha & Kara have been a true blessing for 3+ yrs in the lives of me & my daughter. They’re each highly intelligent, compassionate, efficient & effective. They understand both (crim & fam) court systems and the bias therein that exists. No doubt! They have my full endorsement, for anyone at risk of losing a lot.

I received a ticket for failure to pay full time and attention in Arlington (a misdemeanor) and Mr. Deane explained the entire process to me and informed me of what actions I should take. Mr. Deane attended my court date with me and negotiated with the prosecutor on my behalf. I had a favorable outcome due to David's representation and I would completely recommend him for any traffic infractions or misdemeanors you have, it's completely worth it!

Fast, efficient and most importantly gives results!