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Virginia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (VACDL)

About the VACDL

Overview

  • Founded: 1992
  • Focus: Criminal Defense
  • Location: Richmond, Virginia
  • Website: vacdl.org
  • Executive Director: Danielle Payne
  • President: Elliot Bender

Mission and History

The Virginia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (VACDL) was founded in Richmond, VA in 1992. It was originally called the Virginia College of Criminal Defense Attorneys. In 2002, it changed its name to the Virginia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. 

The mission of the VACDL is to support the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (NACDL). Its members focus on representing those accused of criminal violations. The VACDL strives to ensure fairness and equality before the law and improvide the crimin justice system in Virginia. The VACDL also participates in legislative matters in order to have a voice within the administration of the criminal justice system.

The VACDL fosters a community of the top criminal defense attorneys throughout Virginia within its organization. Its members have access to continuing legal education and colleague support to advance their practice. 

Details

People

Board of Directors

Elliott Bruce Bender
President
Richmond, VA
Andre Hakes
Andre Hakes
Vice President
Charlottesville, VA
H. Eugene Oliver III
President Elect
Harrisonburg, VA
Allen Bareford
Allen Bareford
Treasurer
Fredericksburg, VA
Sandra Saseen Smith
Sandra Saseen Smith
Secretary
South Boston, VA
Glen Franklin Koontz
Immediate Past President
Martinsburg, WV

Contact the VACDL

Virginia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (VACDL)
3126 West Cary Street #615
Richmond, VA 23221
vacdl.org
Office: (804) 262-8223

Directory of Criminal Defense Lawyers in Virginia

Lawyer Legion maintains a statewide directory of criminal defense lawyers in Virginia which includes both VACDL members and non-members. To help the public find the best choices when searching for a criminal defense attorney, Lawyer Legion recognizes attorneys for their involvement and leadership within the VACDL and other professional associations. This includes recognition for VACDL members who have updated their Lawyer Legion profile to include information about their involvement with the VACDL.

Use this directory to find a Virginia criminal defense lawyer in your local area. Start by choosing your county from the list below.


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