About Sheryl Shane

Sheryl Shane – Premier Criminal Defense Attorney in Northern Virginia

Sheryl Shane is a leading criminal defense attorney based in downtown Fairfax, Virginia, just across from the Fairfax Courthouse at 4015 Chainbridge Road. She serves clients throughout Northern Virginia, including Fairfax, Prince William, Arlington, Alexandria, Loudoun, Stafford, Fauquier, and surrounding areas.

With 31 years of legal experience, Sheryl brings unmatched trial expertise, in-depth knowledge of evidence and forensics, and a mastery of trial strategy. From your first consultation, she will listen carefully, explain your options, and guide you through every step of the process. Her goal is to provide clarity, comfort, and confident representation, treating every client with the respect she would expect in the same situation.

Sheryl Shane meticulously reviews evidence, sets realistic expectations, and develops tailored defense strategies. She is a steadfast advocate in the courtroom, leveraging her thorough understanding of the law, local courts, and relationships with judges and prosecutors to achieve the best possible outcomes.

Her practice encompasses all types of criminal cases, from serious felonies to misdemeanors, including:

Violent crimes: assault, battery, domestic violence, strangulation, homicide, malicious wounding

Sex crimes: rape, child pornography, indecent liberties, computer-related offenses involving minors

Theft and fraud: larceny, embezzlement, forgery

Weapons offenses

DUI and other traffic-related offenses: hit & run, eluding, reckless driving

Breach of peace charges: resisting arrest, obstruction of justice

Sheryl Shane has a proven record of success and is committed to fighting for your best outcome. She believes in fair representation and ensuring every client has their day in court.

If you want a criminal defense attorney with deep Northern Virginia roots, extensive trial experience, and an unwavering commitment to your defense, Sheryl Shane is the attorney to call.

 

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Criminal Law
Posted by anonymous
November 26, 2013
Hired Attorney Sheryl Shane

Ms Shane saved me. I'm on probation with a large suspended sentence for felony drug offenses. A year of positive urine screens and a new felony charge brought me back in front of both judges to account for why my probation should not be revoked.{para}To summarize; her expertise, and rearranging her court schedule to accommodate mine, has kept me a free man. The result of which is that my probation has been extended one year...an incredibly minor consequence...given the possibilities I was facing.

 
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June 01, 2016
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Areas of Law

  • Criminal Law 2
    • Sex Crimes
    • Drug Crimes
  • Other 8
    • Criminal Defense
    • Assault and Domestic Violence
    • Other Crimes of Violence
    • Theft Crimes
    • Fraud and Forgery
    • Weapons Offenses
    • DUI and Driving Offenses
    • Breach of Peace

Practice Details

  • Languages
    Spanish
  • Payment Information
    Payment & Cost Features
    Free initial consultation
    Open 24 Hours
  • Firm Information
    Position
    Member
    Firm Name
    The Virginia Criminal Law Firm
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Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1994, Ohio
    2000, Virginia
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    Thomas M. Cooley Law School
    Class of 1993
    J.D.
    Other Education
    Ohio University
    Class of 1983
    B.A.
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Attorneys FAQs

  • What year was this attorney first admitted to the bar?
    Sheryl Shane was admitted in 1994 to the State of Ohio.
  • Is this attorney admitted to the bar in more than one state?
    Yes, Sheryl Shane is admitted to practice in Ohio and Virginia.
  • Does this attorney speak any other languages?
    Sheryl Shane speaks Spanish.
  • Is this attorney Martindale-Hubbell Client Review rated?
    Yes, Sheryl Shane has a 5.0 Client Rating from Martindale-Hubbell.
  • What law school did this attorney attend?
    Sheryl Shane attended Thomas M. Cooley Law School.