Jean Humbrecht

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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; 2012 - 2014; Honors: Magna Cum Laude

Ave Maria School of Law: J.D. (2010); 2007 - 2010; 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.; 2014 - Current; Northern Virginia Criminal Defense and Family Law

Counsel: United States House of Representatives; 2011 - 2014; House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform

Law Clerk: Legal Services of South Central Michigan; 2009 - 2009; 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.

Extern: Washtenaw County Public Defender; 2008 - 2009; Represented clients in court in misdemeanor and felony cases.

Publications

Articles & Publications

What is the Difference Between Breaking and Entering and Burglary in Virginia?: Avvo; April 19, 2019

Speaking Engagements

Immigration Consequences of Criminal Dispositions in Virginia: Ethical and Legal Considerations, Continuing Legal Education, Manassas, VA: March 30, 2017; Prince William Bar Association an CAIR Coalition; This CLE took provided an in-depth analysis of the immigration consequences of criminal dispositions in Virginia, including but not limited to guilty convictions.
Devonshire Program Attorney Speaker, Devonshire Program, Fairfax County: May 4, 2016; Fairfax Bar Association; The Devonshire Program provides high-school students an opportunity to hear from a variety of speakers about the ramifications of criminal charges. Ms. Humbrecht discussed criminal charges, criminal convictions, and resulting consequences as an adult.
Immigration Consequences of Criminal Convictions CLE, Continuing Legal Education, Fairfax, Virginia: April 20, 2016; Fairfax Bar Association; This CLE, also known as "crimmigration 101", provided information on the immigration consequences of criminal proceedings. This program, for both the new and seasoned practitioner, discussed recently developing case law regarding defense counsel's ethical obligations, how to analyze immigration impact of criminal court results, and how best to obtain immigration-neutral dispositions.

Certifications

Virginia Indigent Defense Certification: Virginia Indigent Defense Commission

Awards

Rising Star 2019: Super Lawyers; 2019; 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; 2019; 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; 2018; 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 100 Criminal Defense Attorneys in Virginia, 2018: The National Trial Lawyers; 2018; The National Trial Lawyers is a professional organization composed of the premier trial lawyers from across the country who exemplify superior qualifications as civil plaintiff or criminal defense trial lawyers. This national organization provides networking opportunities, advocacy training, and the highest quality educational programs for trial lawyers.

Rising Star 2018: Super Lawyers; 2018; 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, 2017: The National Trial Lawyers; 2017; 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.

Rising Star 2017: Super Lawyers; 2017; 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, 2016: The National Trial Lawyers; 2016; 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.

Superb Rating, 10.0: Avvo; 2016

Top 40 Under 40 Criminal Defense Attorneys in Virginia, 2015: The National Trial Lawyers; 2015; 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.

Fellow: James Madison Fellowship Program; 2013

Congressional Fellow: The Heritage Foundation; 2013

Young Lawyer's Conference Outstanding Service Award: Virginia State Bar; 2012

CATO University at Capitol Hill: CATO Institute; 2012

Congressional Scholars Program: Foreign Policy Initiative; 2012

Professional Associations

Virginia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers: Board of Directors; 2019 - Current

Virginia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers: Member; 2017 - Current

Prince William County Bar Association: Criminal Law Committee, CLE Committee; 2016 - Current

Virginia State Bar # 81424: Member; 2011 - Current; Activities: Standing Committee on Professionalism

Fairfax Bar Association: Criminal Law Section Member; 2011 - Current; 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)

Prince William County Bar Foundation: Board of Directors; 2018 - 2019

Fairfax Law Foundation: Board of Directors; 2013 - 2015; Activities: Golden Gavel Awards Committee, Chair 5K Run for Justice Committee, Chair

Young Professionals in Foreign Policy: Member; 2012 - 2015

Women's Congressional Staff Association: Member; 2013 - 2014

Alexandria Bar Association: Member; 2012 - 2013

William B. Bryant American Inn of Court: Member; 2012 - 2013

Virginia Bar Association: Associate Editor of Young Lawyer Newsletter; 2011 - 2013; Activities: Communications Committee (2012) Opening Statement, Associate Editor (2012)

American Bar Association: Member; 2011 - 2013

Philip C. Jessup International Law Moot Court Competition: Judge; 2012 - 2012

Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice

Virginia
Since 2011

Federal Circuit
Since 2016

Fees

Free Consultation
Credit Cards Accepted

Practice Areas

Criminal Law
DUI & DWI
Traffic Tickets
Domestic Violence
Juvenile Law

Languages

English: Spoken, Written

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Websites & Blogs

Website

Contact & Map

9256 Mosby Street

9256 Mosby Street

Suite 204

Manassas, VA 20110
USA

Telephone: (703) 479-0015

Fax: (571) 313-5222

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