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Award-Winning Criminal & DUI Defense in Northern Virginia
Battlefield Law Group, located in Old Town Manassas, Virginia, delivers top-tier legal representation for individuals facing DUI/DWI, criminal charges, and traffic violations across Northern Virginia. With over 50 years of combined trial experience, our attorneys leverage deep knowledge of local courts, judges, and prosecutors to build personalized, strategic defenses. We serve counties including Prince William, Fairfax, Loudoun, and beyond, prioritizing precision, compassion, and relentless advocacy.Every case is handled with a commitment to protecting clients' rights, futures, and records through tailored legal strategies and courtroom tenacity. Our bilingual services and responsive communication ensure accessibility and support for Spanish-speaking clients.
Services
Criminal Defense
DUI/DWI Defense
Traffic Offenses
Drug Crimes
Domestic Violence
Probation Violation
Protective Orders
Expungements
Gun Crimes
Federal Crimes
Details
- Year established: 2023
Highlights and features
- Over 50 years of combined trial experience in Northern Virginia courts
- Personalized defense strategies tailored to each case's unique circumstances
- Bilingual support for Spanish-speaking clients with in-office availability
- Aggressive defense leveraging local court knowledge and procedural expertise
- Proven success in dismissing or reducing charges across multiple counties
What people say
Highly recommend Nicole Naum
Case dismissed
AMAZING attorney
Rockstars
Fist bumped me before trial
Services
Criminal Defense
Criminal defense at Battlefield Law Group covers felony and misdemeanor charges across Northern Virginia. Our attorneys challenge evidence admissibility, police conduct, and prosecution tactics. With combined decades of trial experience, we represent clients facing drug offenses, domestic violence, and federal crimes. Our strategic approach includes pretrial negotiations, evidentiary motions, and courtroom advocacy tailored to each case's unique circumstances.
DUI/DWI Defense
Specialized DUI/DWI defense focuses on challenging field sobriety tests, breathalyzer accuracy, and traffic stop legality. Our team handles first-time and repeat offenses with strategies to minimize penalties. We contest administrative license suspensions within the critical 7-day window and leverage scientific analysis of blood/urine testing. Representation spans all Northern Virginia jurisdictions, including Manassas, Fairfax, and Loudoun County courts.
Traffic Offenses
Traffic offense defense includes reckless driving, speeding, and suspended license charges. We challenge radar calibration, officer observations, and procedural violations. Our firm contests demerit points, license suspensions, and insurance consequences. Representation extends to commercial drivers facing CDL-specific penalties. With courtroom experience in Prince William, Stafford, and Fauquier Counties, we pursue charge reductions or dismissals based on technical and constitutional defenses.
Expungements
Expungement services focus on clearing criminal, traffic, or DUI records for eligible clients. We guide clients through Virginia's complex sealing process, including eligibility assessments and court filings. Our team handles dismissed charges, first-time offenses, and specific felony expungements. The process includes petition preparation, court appearances, and law enforcement notifications to achieve complete case record sealing under Virginia Code 19.2-392.2.
Protective Orders
Protective order defense involves contesting false allegations and preventing permanent orders. We represent respondents facing emergency or continued custody orders. Our approach includes cross-examination of accusers and challenging evidence sufficiency. For victims seeking protective relief, we advocate for immediate safety provisions. Services cover Prince William, Culpeper, and surrounding counties with courtroom experience in both emergency and full evidentiary hearings.
People
Nicole H. Naum
Founding Partner
Nicole H. Naum, with 15+ years of criminal defense experience, founded Battlefield Law Group after establishing her solo practice in 2015. She specializes in DUI defense and has earned recognition including Super Lawyers Rising Stars and The National Trial Lawyers Top 100. Nicole combines technical evidence analysis with aggressive courtroom advocacy to protect clients' rights across Northern Virginia.
Steven L. Duckett, Jr.
Partner
Steven L. Duckett, Jr. joined as partner in 2024 with over 25 years of high-profile criminal defense experience. Known for his courtroom presence and strategic insight, he has earned client testimonials praising his straightforward approach and advocacy skills. Steven focuses on complex felony cases and DUI defense, bringing seasoned expertise to the firm's Northern Virginia practice.
Lili R. O'Connell
Senior Associate
Lili R. O'Connell serves as Senior Associate with 10+ years of experience in criminal defense and protective order cases. Recognized for her professionalism, she successfully defended clients against false protective orders and traffic violations. Lili provides dedicated legal support in courtroom proceedings and case preparation throughout Northern Virginia jurisdictions.
Questions
What should I do immediately after a DUI arrest in Virginia?
Contact Battlefield Law Group immediately to protect your driving privileges. We'll contest the 7-day administrative suspension and challenge evidence admissibility while preparing your defense for the criminal charges.
How can traffic violations affect my criminal record?
Reckless driving convictions in Virginia result in Class 1 misdemeanors with permanent criminal records. Our attorneys prevent convictions through technical defenses, charge reductions, or dismissals in court.
Can drug charges from traffic stops be challenged?
Yes, we challenge traffic stop legality, search warrants, and chain of custody issues. Many drug cases begin with unconstitutional stops that can lead to evidence suppression when properly contested.
What happens during the first consultation?
Your initial consultation includes case evaluation, charge explanations, and defense strategy options. We explain potential outcomes, court processes, and answer all your legal questions about criminal or traffic charges.
Do you handle out-of-state driver cases?
Yes, we represent Virginia residents and out-of-state drivers facing charges on major corridors like I-95 and I-66. Our defense preserves driving privileges and minimizes DMV consequences for non-Virginia license holders.
