Our firm has extensive experience in various legal matters, to include preparing complex legal documents and clear, cohesive defenses for trial.

• Criminal Law
• Family Law
• Traffic Law
• DUIs

Criminal Law

If you have recently been arrested or accused of committing a crime, you probably have immediate concerns regarding your rights and the judicial system. Our case preparation and research begins and ends with an emphasis on the possibilities of a finding of NOT GUILTY. We will advise and counsel you on each and every aspect of your case. Our goal is to protect your rights by putting the prosecution on notice that we intend to force them to prove their case in trial. We can assure you that you will be advised of the strengths and weaknesses of the case against you, including a realistic evaluation of the potential consequences and choices available to you. We will be available both in and out of court before, during and after the case, to alleviate the stress and anxiety associated with the process of the Virginia judicial system. Our attorneys constantly review the latest case law and newest statutes to stay ahead of prosecutors by being better informed and more creative.

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• Arraignment
• Arrest
• Circuit Court
• Felonies
• General District Court
• Juvenile & Domestic Relations Court
• Misdemeanors
• Preliminary Hearing
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Family Law

For most people, the process of divorce and custody is neither straightforward nor speedy. At Clingan Tull Easley, we aim to make every step as uncomplicated and informative as we can. Our utmost concern is for you to obtain the most favorable outcome and to ensure your rights are protected. We are here to listen and help you understand what your options are and how your decisions may affect you and your family, today and in the future.

Our practice in family law includes separation and divorce, spousal support, property settlement and separation agreements, child custody and child support. It is our goal to create custody and visitation agreements that are fair, reasonable and agreeable to both parties, and most importantly to make sure the best interests of your children are always at the forefront of our considerations. We will make every effort on our part to resolve family law disputes and will not hesitate to fight aggressively for your rights in the courtroom.

Traffic Law

When appearing in court for a minor traffic offense such as failure to yield, or even a misdemeanor of Driving on a Suspended license, often times, the resulting legal consequences can be underestimated. At Clingan Tull Easley we strive to protect your rights by thoroughly investigating the case facts and identifying legal issues to strategize the best defense for your case. In fact, our traffic investigations often include visiting the scene and/or preparing a satellite overview of the area, to put our client's viewpoint in the most favorable light.
Shortly following your consultation, you can expect a “legal prescription” regarding the next steps in preparing for your court date. This may include a recommendation to complete a Driver Improvement Class or to obtain copies of your driving record. Our experience has shown that the earlier we can examine and prepare such evidence, the greater the likelihood of achieving a favorable result.

Contrary to the popular belief, it is not always advantageous to complete a Driver Improvement Class prior to the court date. We have the knowledge and experience to discern if a class would be helpful to you.

DUIs/Reckless Driving

A common misconception regarding Reckless Driving and DUI charges are that they are merely traffic charges that you will receive a minimal fine for. To the contrary, both charges are Class 1 misdemeanors, which carry jail sentences and in some cases, mandatory jail time. In addition, excessive fines and license suspensions add to the full range of consequences that a guilty verdict brings.

We do not stress the possibility of jail sentences to worry our clients, but as a reminder of our guarantee to constantly keep you updated and informed of the status and possible outcomes of your case. We will make every effort to reduce the severity of your sentence and even the charges against you.

When consulting our clients with DUI charges, Clingan Tull Easley strongly encourages and emphasizes the importance of going to trial. Often times, other attorneys may tailor their fees with the intent of obtaining a plea bargain in court, requiring minimal effort on their part.

When choosing an attorney for a DUI, we urge our clients to choose someone that they are comfortable with and most importantly, someone who is willing go to trial and fight for you.

If you plead guilty to a DUI, you will waive your right to trial on one of the most technically complicated and difficult charges for a prosecutor to prove, eliminating any chance of winning your case. Most prosecutors have greater respect for those attorneys who have had success against them at trial than for those who “roll” their clients at the first plea offer.

In a DUI consultation with our firm, you can expect a complete assessment of the strengths and weaknesses of the evidence against you. We will inform you of the approach we think will result most positively for you, including the possibility of using an expert witness to testify on your behalf. We will always advise you on all of your options and the potential of success (Conclusion).

Because many aspects of the legal process can be very intimidating, we know that many people both need and deserve the right to be protected when the government is bearing down on them. We believe that you should be an active participant in your case and have an unparalleled closeness with your attorneys. It is our guarantee to provide you with an honest evaluation and continual update of your case. With Clingan Tull Easley, you can rest assured that we have the experience and knowledge to effectively defend your rights and protect your liberty.