The Law Office Of Christopher Leibig

Welcome to the Law Office of Christopher Leibig, a distinguished criminal defense law firm headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia. Our firm specializes in representing individuals facing serious criminal charges, including misdemeanors, in both state and federal courts throughout Northern and Central Virginia, and Charlottesville. Chris Leibig, the firm's founder and principal attorney, began his career at the Office of the Public Defender for the City of Alexandria, where he gained invaluable experience handling a diverse range of criminal cases. Since entering private practice in 2002, Chris has dedicated his career exclusively to criminal defense.

Our Areas of Expertise

At the Law Office of Christopher Leibig, our practice is firmly focused on criminal defense. We routinely handle complex and high-profile cases in various courts, including federal court in Alexandria and state courts in Alexandria, Arlington, Fairfax, Prince William, and Loudoun Counties. Our services encompass several key areas of criminal defense:

1. Criminal Trials & Negotiations: Our firm is experienced and skilled in managing all aspects of criminal trials, from pre-trial motions and jury selection to closing arguments. We are also adept at negotiating plea agreements that serve our clients' best interests.

2. Criminal Appeals: We handle criminal appeals at both the state and federal levels, employing rigorous research, persuasive writing, and compelling oral advocacy to give our clients the best possible chance at a favorable outcome.

3. International Criminal Law: We represent clients facing international criminal charges or extradition requests, ensuring their rights are protected as we navigate the complexities inherent to such cases.

4. Immigration Consequences: Our firm is well-versed in the intricate relationship between criminal law and immigration, helping clients to understand the potential impact of criminal charges on their immigration status and working diligently to minimize any adverse effects.

5. Expungement: We assist eligible clients in the process of expunging their criminal records, enabling them to move past their past and embrace new opportunities.

6. Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) Cases: Our office is highly experienced in DWI cases, a specialized area of criminal defense in which we vigorously protect our clients' rights and work to achieve the best possible outcome.

Our Approach and Commitment to Clients

At the Law Office of Christopher Leibig, we pride ourselves on avoiding a "volume practice" model that can compromise the quality of legal representation. Instead, we choose to handle a relatively small number of matters at a time, giving us the opportunity to dedicate our full time, energy, and attention to each and every client.

We offer free initial consultations, allowing prospective clients ample time to make an informed decision before committing to our services. Our consultations typically last long enough for clients to gain a complete understanding of the issues they face and the approach we will take to resolve them.

Our firm's philosophy is rooted in the belief that an attorney's role is not only to navigate the complexities of the legal process but also to provide personalized guidance, compassionate support, and clear communication-every step of the way.