Ask Attorney Sheryl Shane

08/24/2026

It is important to get to know your client. People often assume one is guilty once charged with a crime - but sometimes - after careful listening - you learn there are other plausible explanations regarding what had really occurred.

08/18/2026

Criminal Defense Attorneys should work together to make certain all individuals are able to enjoy fair and just representation in court. One never knows who will land there. Guilty or Not.

08/17/2026

Have you been charged with a Hit & Run in The Commonwealth of Virginia?

08/09/2026

This is a good Question!

08/08/2026

Criminal Law Practice includes Fairfax, Loudoun, Arlington, Alexandria, Prince William, Stafford and more!

08/03/2026

An Accusation Is Not a Conviction**
In Virginia, every person charged with a crime is presumed innocent. A charge is the beginning of a legal process, not the end of one. Before conclusions are reached, the evidence deserves a careful, complete review.
— Attorney Sheryl Shane | Virginia Criminal Attorney | Fairfax

Trusted Virginia criminal defense lawyer with 31+ years experience & near-perfect success rate. Available 24/7. Office across from Fairfax Courthouse. Call now!

04/11/2026

Virginia Criminal Attorney Sheryl Shane, located in the heart of Fairfax County, with easy access to the surrounding counties.
When charged with a crime in the Commonwealth of Virginia, your lawyer should really review possible defenses and mitigating factors with you based on the facts and evidence of your case. Some things to consider, depending on the alleged crime(s) are:

1. Alibi
2. Claim of Right
3. Duress
4. Entrapment
5. Self- Defense
6. Right to Arm
7. Accident
8. It never happened
9. Mental illness
10. Autism

Virginia Criminal Attorney Sheryl Shane serving The Fairfax County Criminal Courthouse, located just across the street, as well as courthouses in the surrounding counties of Prince William, Arlington, Alexandria, Loudoun, and Fauquier.

Fairfax areas served include: Tysons, Vienna, Oakton, Annandale, Reston, Fairfax City, Springfield, Braddock, Chantilly, Herndon, McLean, Centreville, Lorton, George Mason, Burke, Fairfax Station, Mount Vernon, and Great Falls.

Vienna, Herndon, and Fairfax City have their own district courts. Fairfax County Judges preside.

04/05/2026

Fairfax Criminal Defense Attorney Near Me – A Virginia Criminal Attorney Sheryl Shane

Are you facing a serious criminal charge?
Who do you want to defend you?

Choice No. 1 or Choice No. 2
1) A large firm which passes cases to junior attorneys, or
2) Someone like Virginia Criminal Attorney Sheryl Shane who runs a solo boutique-style business – providing personal hands-on representation throughout the entire process to her clients. An attorney with 31 years plus courtroom experience. A lawyer who knows how to be strong and aggressive and soft and well-spoken when required. An attorney who will take challenges that others may not want to handle.
A criminal attorney who is very familiar with local Fairfax court policies and procedures and feels at ease in the courtrooms. An attorney who has practiced before judges and dealt with prosecutors consistently and over a long period of time.
Virginia Criminal Attorney Sheryl Shane has a long history handling tough, serious, and complex cases. She maintains high quality star reviews across the internet even taking into consideration she represents tough to win cases – because she believes everyone deserves a fair chance.

Virginia Criminal Attorney Sheryl Shane serving Fairfax areas such as Fairfax City, Vienna, Oakton, Tysons, Springfield, Burke, Great Falls, McLean, Fairfax Station, Annandale, Falls Church, and Alexandria.

03/28/2026

COURTHOUSE EXPERIENCE AND FAMILIAR WITH LOCAL PROCEDURES

VIRGINIA CRIMINAL ATTORNEY SHERYL SHANE – provides services as a criminal defense attorney in the Northern Virginia counties including but not limited to Fairfax, Arlington, Prince William, Loudoun, Alexandria, Stafford, Warren, Wi******er, Frederick, and Spottsyvania. Not only does this criminal lawyer handle the main courthouses – but she also services some of the smaller city and town local courts - such as Fairfax City, Falls Church, Vienna, and Herndon.

31+ YEARS LITIGATING IN THE COURTS

VIRGINIA CRIMINAL DEFENSE ATTORNEY practices at The General District Court, Juvenile & Domestic Relations District Court, Circuit Court and Court of Appeals.
Focus on Serious Felonies and simple misdemeanors.
Best thought: Treat people the way you want to be treated.
Let me guide you with a strong hand through this scary process and let’s work together to attain the best result.
Feel free to come in for a consult. Let’s get to know one another. Let’s build upon my win/win record to help you!
Attorney Sheryl Shane – Fairfax Criminal Attorney