Business Details
17 Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Advocates in Charlottesville, VA
At Sims & Chan, we are committed to delivering exceptional legal representation rooted in client-centered service. Our attorneys understand that individuals seek legal counsel during challenging times, and we strive to alleviate burdens through personalized support and transparent communication. With decades of combined experience in criminal defense, DUI cases, and family law, we leverage our expertise to protect clients' constitutional rights.Our proximity to the historic courthouse where Jefferson, Madison, and Monroe practiced serves as a daily reminder of our duty to uphold justice. We offer free consultations and prioritize building strong attorney-client relationships to achieve optimal outcomes.
Services
Criminal Defense
DUI Defense
Family Law
Traffic Offenses
Student Rights
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- We provide personalized legal strategies tailored to each client's unique circumstances
- Our attorneys have extensive experience in Virginia criminal defense and family law
- We maintain office proximity to the historic Charlottesville courthouse for strategic advantage
- We offer free initial consultations to discuss your legal needs
- Our practice emphasizes constitutional rights protection in all case types
Services
Criminal Defense
Our criminal defense practice handles felony and misdemeanor cases with strategic courtroom representation. We protect clients' rights through thorough case analysis and aggressive advocacy, leveraging Virginia-specific legal knowledge to challenge charges and minimize consequences. Our approach combines constitutional protections with practical solutions for individuals facing criminal allegations.
DUI Defense
Specializing in DUI and traffic offense defense, we challenge evidence and procedural violations to protect driving privileges. Our attorneys utilize technical knowledge of breathalyzer calibration and field sobriety testing to build strong defense strategies, aiming to reduce charges or secure dismissals for clients facing DUI allegations in Virginia courts.
Family Law
We handle family law cases including divorce, child custody, and support matters with sensitivity and legal precision. Our approach balances compassionate guidance with assertive representation to protect clients' interests during emotionally challenging proceedings, ensuring fair outcomes aligned with Virginia family court standards and precedents.
People
W. David Sims, II
Attorney
A Charlottesville native with extensive criminal law experience, David Sims focuses on defense strategies for both private and court-appointed clients. His practice emphasizes constitutional rights protection through courtroom advocacy and legal scholarship.
Brian Chan
Attorney
University of Virginia-trained attorney Brian Chan specializes in DUI defense, criminal cases, and family law. As head of the Student Rights Practice, he combines legal expertise with advocacy for young clients facing charges that could impact educational and career prospects.
Questions
What practice areas does Sims & Chan specialize in?
We focus on criminal defense, DUI/traffic offenses, family law, and student rights cases, providing comprehensive legal representation tailored to each client's needs.
Do you offer free initial consultations?
Yes, we provide free consultations to discuss your case details and legal options, helping clients understand their rights and potential defense strategies.
How does your location benefit clients?
Our office near Charlottesville's historic courthouse provides strategic access to local legal resources and familiarity with regional court procedures and personnel.
What experience do your attorneys have?
Our attorneys combine UVA legal training with practical experience in both prosecution and defense roles, including specialized training for court-appointed indigent defense cases.
How do you handle student rights cases?
We have a dedicated Student Rights Practice that addresses charges affecting students' academic and professional futures, balancing legal defense with consideration for educational consequences.
