About The Firm

Home /  About The Firm

Smart, compassionate lawyers who never give up on you.

Johnson/Citronberg is a nationally recognized criminal defense firm that concentrates almost exclusively on federal and state criminal defense. Our lawyers have nearly 40 years of combined experience representing individuals in federal court across the country as well as in Virginia’s state courts. We handle criminal cases from the initial investigation to the trial and appeal. We deeply immerse ourselves in every case in order to develop innovative defense strategies. Our firm understands the technical and scientific aspects of complex cases, including cases involving computer forensics and mental health considerations.

Our pledge to you.

The lawyers at Johnson/Citronberg go to work everyday to fight for their clients. We all share the same core beliefs it comes to defending our clients.

1. We will always tell you the truth. Our job is to provide clarity in tough situations. We will explain all of your options, give you our honest advice, and answer all of your questions truthfully and thoughtfully.
2. We don’t quit on you. We understand that this is your case and your life. From the moment that you hire us, we will represent you with 100% dedication and integrity throughout the case.
3. We treat you how we would want to be treated. We are professionals, but we don’t ever forget that you and your family deserve to be treated the same way we would want to be treated.

Cary J. Citronberg

Jess B. Johnson

Sonya Swansbrough

Experienced Criminal Defense Attorneys

Our accomplished attorneys have been individually recognized by several organizations, including selection in Super Lawyers, the Washington Post, Top Trial Lawyers by the American Trial Lawyer Association and Northern Virginia Magazine’s Top Lawyers.

If you are in need of representation for a serious crime in federal court or in Virginia state court, our lawyers are standing by to assist you. Our firm literally wrote the book on how to defend federal internet sex crimes and our case results are unparalleled. By using the best computer forensic experts, clinical psychologists, and top private investigators, we are able to consistently achieve dismissals and reductions in the toughest cases. We have the ability and resources to handle even the most complex cases, including federal crimes and those involving extensive discovery and investigation. We are experienced in handling cases of all sizes from beginning to end, including through appeals and post-appeal motions.

No matter how serious the charges are that you are facing, we are fully prepared to assist you. Contact us at 855-959-4003, or by e-mail using our secure online form. Our firm has offices in Alexandria, Virginia and Atlanta, Georgia, and we are able to service clients across the country in federal court as well as clients in Virginia and Washington, D.C. in state court. We also have a satellite office in Charlottesville to better serve our Virginia clients.

Practice Areas

Testimonials

Request Your Consultation

Fields Marked With An “*” Are Required

"*" indicates required fields

This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.
I Have Read The Disclaimer*