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Jean Humbrecht
Criminal and Traffic Defense in Northern VirginiaBadges
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Summary
Jean Humbrecht is the founding attorney at Humbrecht Law, P.L.L.C. She is admitted to practice law in all courts in the Commonwealth of Virginia and in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia. Born and raised in Northern Virginia, Ms. Humbrecht handles primarily criminal and traffic cases throughout Northern Virginia. Prior to opening her own practice, Jean Humbrecht worked for a criminal defense firm in Fairfax, VA. Ms. Humbrecht received her Master's in Litigation at The George Washington University Law School, graduating Magna Cum Laude. This additional degree she received after her J.D.increased her trial skills and made her a formidable opponent in the courtroom. Jean Humbrecht is an active member of the Prince William County Bar.
Education
- The George Washington University Law School
- LL.M. (2014) | Litigation
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- Honors: Magna Cum Laude
- Ave Maria School of Law
- J.D. (2010)
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- Activities: Mock Trial Criminal Justice Society Delta Theta Phi Honor Society State Bar of MIchigan, Executive Board, Student's Section
Professional Experience
- Principal Attorney
- Humbrecht Law, P.L.L.C.
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- Northern Virginia Criminal Defense and Family Law
- Counsel
- United States House of Representatives
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- House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform
- Law Clerk
- Legal Services of South Central Michigan
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- Represented clients in court in family law matters; prepared for trial by researching, writing motions, and participating in negotiations; conducted client intake and interviewing for organization.
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- Washtenaw County Public Defender
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- Represented clients in court in misdemeanor and felony cases.
Publications
Articles & Publications
- Role of Indigent Defense Counsel Following Plea and Sentencing
- The Champion, Virginia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
- Virginia Aggravated Malicious Wounding Charge
- Criminal Law Blog
- Difference Between Grand Theft Auto and Robbery in Virginia
- Criminal Law Blog
Speaking Engagements
- Resilient Mindset Roundtable , Small Business Grit Summit , online
- Small Business Grit Summit
- In this roundtable, Jean Humbrecht shared her tips for creating and maintaining a resilient mindset to turn a crisis into an opportunity, no matter what obstacles a business owner may face.
- More Than A Fine: The True Cost of Speeding in Virginia , Guest Speaker , Fairfax
- Fairfax City Rotary Club
- Think that speeding ticket is “just a fine”? Think again! This presentation (based on Ms. Humbrecht's new book) discusses many of the unknown consequences of speeding tickets in Virginia, as well as walks participants through the court process-which is often confusing not always what people think it will be!
- Understanding Contracts During the Shutdown , Understanding Contracts During the Shutdown , webinar
- Humbrecht Law, PLLC
- Understanding Contracts During Shutdown: The (Potential) Danger of How Thinking Outside the Box. In this webinar, Jean Humbrecht spoke with Bradley McConnell, a business attorney who deals primarily with contracts. While most businesses cannot operate as normal during the pandemic and shutdowns, many people turn to unconventional ways to make money. Mr. McConnell discussed the things that many do not think about when starting a business but should know, as well as warn us of potential scams.
- What A Criminal Defense Lawyer Can Do For You , Spotlight Presentation
- Prince William Chamber of Commerce Gainesville Networking Group
- In this spotlight presentation, Jean Humbrecht explains what a criminal defense attorney does on a daily basis, what a criminal defense attorney can do in a client's particular situation, and the benefits of hiring a criminal defense attorney.
- How Traffic and Criminal Convictions Can Affect Life Insurance , How Traffic and Criminal Convictions Can Affect Life Insurance , Online
- Humbrecht Law, P.L.L.C.
- In this live webinar, Criminal Defense Attorney Jean Humbrecht spoke with Cortney Heykoop, Registered Representative with Clover Leaf Wealth Strategies, about the importance of life insurance and how criminal and traffic issues can impact coverage.
Certifications
- Virginia Indigent Defense Certification
- Virginia Indigent Defense Commission
Awards
- Rising Star 2020
- Super Lawyers
- Super Lawyers is a rating service of outstanding lawyers from more than 70 practice areas who have attained a high-degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. This selection process includes independent research, peer nominations and peer evaluations.
- 10 Best Attorneys for Exceptional and Outstanding Client Service
- American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
- The rating system helps clients throughout the United States make educated decisions when it comes to choosing their attorney. Membership is an exclusive honor and extended only to those select few who have reached the top of their profession while doing so with the client’s satisfaction being of the most paramount importance.
- Rising Star 2019
- Super Lawyers
- This peer designation is awarded only to a select number of accomplished attorneys in each state. The Rising Stars selection process takes into account peer recognition, professional achievement in legal practice, and other cogent factors.
- Top 40 Under 40 Criminal Defense Attorneys in Virginia, 2019
- The National Trial Lawyers
- The National Trial Lawyers Top 40 under 40 is a professional organization comprised of America’s top young trial attorneys. Membership into The National Trial Lawyers: Top 40 under 40 is by invitation only, and is extended exclusively to those individuals who meet stringent qualifications and specialize in the legal practice of criminal defense or civil plaintiff.
- Top 40 under 40 Criminal Defense Attorneys in Virginia, 2018
- The National Trial Lawyers
- The National Trial Lawyers: Top 40 under 40 is a professional organization comprised of America’s top young trial attorneys. Membership into The National Trial Lawyers: Top 40 under 40 is by invitation only, and is extended exclusively to those individuals who meet stringent qualifications and specialize in the legal practice of criminal defense or civil plaintiff.
Professional Associations
- DCFempreneur
- Founding Member
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- Central Fairfax Chamber of Commerce
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- Prince William Chamber of Commerce
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- Haymarket Gainesville Business Association
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- Virginia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
- Board of Directors
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- Virginia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
- Member
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- Prince William County Bar Association
- Criminal Law Committee, CLE Committee
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- Virginia State Bar # 81424
- Member
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- Activities: Standing Committee on Professionalism
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- Fairfax Bar Association
- Criminal Law Section Member
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- Activities: Circuit Court Committee, Continuing Legal Education Committee (2014-present) Law Related Education Committee (2014-present) General District Court Committee (2012-present) Pilot Mentorship Committee (2012) Annual Meeting Planning Committee, Young Lawyer's Section Liaison (2012)
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- Prince William County Bar Foundation
- Board of Directors
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- Fairfax Law Foundation
- Board of Directors
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- Activities: Golden Gavel Awards Committee, Chair 5K Run for Justice Committee, Chair
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- Young Professionals in Foreign Policy
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- Women's Congressional Staff Association
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- Alexandria Bar Association
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- William B. Bryant American Inn of Court
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- Virginia Bar Association
- Associate Editor of Young Lawyer Newsletter
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- Activities: Communications Committee (2012) Opening Statement, Associate Editor (2012)
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- American Bar Association
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- Philip C. Jessup International Law Moot Court Competition
- Judge
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Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
- Virginia
- Federal Circuit
Fees
- Free Consultation
- Credit Cards Accepted
Practice Areas
- Criminal Law
- DUI & DWI
- Traffic Tickets
- Domestic Violence
- Juvenile Law
Languages
- English: Spoken, Written
Social Media
Websites & Blogs
Contact & Map