In the final days of his presidency, Joe Biden granted clemency to 2,490 men and women, setting them on a course to freedom from incarceration. While most of my federal clients are petitioning for a pardon—an official act of forgiveness—clemency
The client spent nearly an hour inside the Capitol during the January 6 Riot and disposed of evidence. The prosecuting attorney argued that, given the events at the Capitol and the client’s long presence within the building, the client needed
After lengthy negotiations with prosecutors, the client pleaded guilty to a felony offense connected to the January 6 riots at the Capitol. The client spent nearly an hour inside the Capitol, yelled and shouted profanities at Police Officers, and disposed
Client was accused of a variety of federal fraud offenses including tax and wire fraud. After extensive negotiations with the prosecutors, client pled to misdemeanor charges in federal court. The case proceeded to sentencing and the presentence report recommended sentencing
Client was charged with felony strangulation and domestic assault from a one-sided report of an incident. The charges carried significant career implications. After conducting a defense investigation, and with hard work on the part of the client, Ms. Carmichael secured
Client was charged with a first time DUI after being stopped for defective equipment. The prosecutor refused to reduce the charge. Ms. Carmichael analyzed the case from all angles, meticulously researching the Virginia statutes and case-law that could potentially provide
Client, who served time several years prior, and was on supervised release, was noticed for a violation on a positive drug test as well as a state domestic assault charge. Client was hard-working, had a good job, and helped aging
Client, a dedicated mother, was charged with child endangerment, a charge which was far more severe than the conduct warranted. After understanding more about the situation, discussing it with the prosecutor, and with hard work on the part of the
In another far-ranging federal drug conspiracy case, out of California, that was indicted and prosecuted here in the Eastpern District of Virginia, the firm achieved a stunning below-guidelines result for the client. Client was accused of conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine
Client was charged with domestic assault. Charge was dismissed (nolle pross) the day of scheduled trial.
Client was charged with immigration fraud and false statements stemming from allegations of a fraudulent marriage. Indictment was the result of over many years of law enforcement investigations, and the discovery provided was voluminous. After meticulously dissecting all of the
Client was charged with distribution of a controlled substance. Allegations included a death that resulted from the conspiracy. After tirelessly working to develop a mitigation plan, and with the help of hard work from the client, the government’s request for
Client, a foreign national, was arrested in a foreign country and charged with a widespread global cybercrime conspiracy. Ms. Carmichael and Mr. Ellis worked tirelessly to defend client through intense, complex, and voluminous discovery review and investigation. Ms. Carmichael and
Client was charged with simple assault, a situation with potentially detrimental career consequences. After intense negotiations, Ms. Carmichael secured a dismissal the day of trial.
Client charged with Driving While Intoxicated (DWI), or also called Driving Under the Influence (DUI). After reviewing all evidence, including several hours of body camera footage, it was discovered that the client’s rights may have been violated. After preparing to
The police charged the client with two counts of domestic assault. The prosecutors were not willing to drop the charges, even in light of weak evidence. Client decided to proceed to trial. Through the Firm’s tireless efforts and preparation, the
Client faced serious drug trafficking charges in federal court. The United States Sentencing Guidelines called for a sentence of 37-46 months. The prosecutors argued that a sentenced of 37 months was appropriate. Fortunately, the client was out on bond and
Client was issued a summons for fare evasion on the VRE. After exploring several options and reaching out to the issuing agency, client’s summons was waived and the entire case was removed from the court system. Practice area(s): Criminal Defense
Client was charged with contributing to delinquency of a minor and public intoxication. A conviction could have been career-ending. Client quickly sought Ms. Carmichael’s legal representation and the two began developing an intense mitigation case as well as further investigation
Client was charged with misdemeanor possession of marijuana on the Pentagon reservation. Client hired Carmichael Ellis & Brock prior to the initial appearance in court. After receiving the evidence and engaging in a thorough review, and with additional defense investigation,
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