Virginia Civil and Criminal Counterfeiting Defense Lawyer

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Virginia Civil and Criminal Counterfeiting Defense Attorney

Counterfeiting includes several forms of potential copyright infringement, including:

  • Unauthorized use of a trademark, logo or design marks
  • Illegal use of videos, photos or written content from websites, books, etc.
  • Domestic or overseas manufacturing of “knock off” products

This is a complicated area of the law with unclear legal standards. If you are under investigation for civil or criminal counterfeiting, it is in your best interests to hire an experienced Virginia Civil and Criminal Counterfeiting Defense Attorney as soon as possible.

At Johnson/Citronberg, PLLC, we offer smart, strategic legal representation to clients facing a wide range of complex criminal law matters, including those related to counterfeiting. Our familiarity with this area of the law allows us to delve deeply into our investigation, creating the best possible defense strategy as a result. Through skilled negotiation and litigation, our goal is to help you minimize consequences and defend the charges in order to keep your business afloat. Our experienced criminal defense lawyer team is dedicated to protecting your rights and providing the robust defense you need in these challenging cases.

The sooner you consult with a lawyer, the sooner you can protect your rights. Contact us today to discuss how we can help your case.

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Testimonials from Our Clients

Maybel G.

Jess is known for his meticulous and strategic work style. At his firm, there is a culture of excellence and client focused dedication that is unmatched. He is very thorough during the entire legal process and always finds a way to solve client problems.

Rachel K.

Jess Johnson is the perfect attorney to overcome serious legal charges! He is very approachable & will use his expertise to give you the best criminal legal defense possible and I know this from personal experience. When you’re going through the scariest period in your life, you need the best lawyer on your side. I give him my highest recommendation!

Knowledgeable Washington, D.C., Patent and Trademark Violation Attorneys

An unfavorable outcome to counterfeiting charges can result in a corporation forfeiting a substantial amount of their assets. Given the serious consequences of these accusations, it is imperative to have experienced legal representation on your side.

Our Alexandria civil and criminal counterfeiting defense attorneys have the knowledge and skill to defend you against accusations of copyright infringement, patent and trademark violation, or other forms of counterfeiting. We will work diligently to prepare a strong counterfeiting or copyright infringement defense, including extensive analysis of evidence and the use of expert witnesses. Serving clients throughout Virginia, we are committed to providing aggressive and effective representation to protect your rights and achieve the best possible outcome.


Virginia Civil and Criminal Counterfeiting Defense Case Results

United States v. D.F.
Pilot Found Not Guilty in Major Federal Drug Conspiracy Case

Our client was a pilot and retired military officer. He was accused of knowingly transporting a large quantity of cocaine from southern Texas to Atlanta. If convicted, he likely would have died in prison. We were able to show a jury that our client had no knowledge of the drugs on board his aircraft. The jury returned a not guilty verdict in less than an hour of deliberating.

United States v. R.K.
Federal Judge in Eastern District of Virginia Gives Lowest Possible Sentence to Autistic Client

Our client, a federal employee, was convicted of federal child pornography charges. Based on his autism diagnosis, we convinced a federal judge to give the lowest sentence possible.

United States v. B.J.
Time-Served Sentence in Major Federal Drug Conspiracy Case in Atlanta

Our client was facing life in prison after being charged in a wide-sweeping drug conspiracy case in the Northern District of Georgia. We were able to show that our client was abused by her husband and forced to ingest drugs, which led her becoming addicted. The judge determined that her culpability was the least of the many who were charged and granted our request for a sentence of ‘time-served’ which means no additional jail time. Our client was able to go home to her children the same day that she was sentenced.

Virginia v. R.C.
Dismissal of Child Pornography Charges in Richmond, Virginia for Autistic Client

Our client, a working professional, was charged with distribution of child pornography after law enforcement raided his home. We helped our autistic client and convinced the court to defer all charges for dismissal due to his disability.


Get Help with Your Civil and Criminal Counterfeiting Defense Case Today

We are fully prepared to defend you against even the most complex counterfeiting matters. Contact us at 855-959-4003or by e-mail using our secure online form.

At our office location in Alexandra and satellite in Charlottesville, we are able to represent clients in Virginia and throughout the D.C. area.


Meet Our Attorneys


                                        Jess Johnson

Jess Johnson

Jess B. Johnson is a Partner & Founder at Johnson/Citronberg, PLLC with more than 15 years of experience in criminal defense and civil litigation. He represents clients in federal courts across the country and is licensed in Georgia, Virginia, and Washington, D.C. Jess has handled complex investigations, trials, and appeals for elected officials, business leaders, whistleblowers, and individuals. He has secured dismissals, acquittals, favorable sentences, and major whistleblower awards. A University of Georgia graduate, Jess was selected as a “Rising Star” by Super Lawyers Magazine every year since 2012.

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                                        Cary Jacob Citronberg

Cary Jacob Citronberg

Cary Jacob Citronberg is the Partner and Founder of Johnson/Citronberg, PLLC in Alexandria, Virginia, where he focuses on federal and state criminal defense matters. Licensed in Virginia since 2011, he brings more than 14 years of courtroom experience along with a strong record of advocacy. Cary received his J.D. from Georgetown University Law Center in 2010 after earning his B.A. from Northwestern University in 2006. His work has been repeatedly recognized by Super Lawyers, with selections as a Rising Star from 2016 through 2021 and to the Super Lawyers list from 2022 through 2025.

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