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If you are a civilian employee or contractor with the government, on active military duty or in the reserves with the Armed Forces, criminal accusations can result in a loss of your security clearance. They also can result in a discharge from the Armed Forces or termination of your career. If you are involved in a legal case where your security clearance is at stake, it is important to hire a criminal defense lawyer with experience in security clearance and Immigration matters cases.
At Johnson/Citronberg, PLLC, we provide smart, skilled representation to clients facing a wide range of complex criminal defense matters, including those that affect security clearances. We understand the intricacies of these types of situations, and will vigilantly and thoroughly prepare a strong case on your behalf. Our Alexandria security clearance defense attorneys are accomplished negotiators and litigators who will fully advocate for your rights and interests at every step. Additionally, our team includes skilled Virginia Security Clearance and Immigration Matters Lawyers who are experienced in handling both security clearance and immigration-related issues.
You don’t need to wait for formal charges in order to seek legal representation. Contact us today to discuss how we can help your case.
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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.
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!
As an immigrant, criminal charges or even accusations can have an adverse effect on your ability to stay in Virginia, United States. When facing these types of circumstances, it is important to have an attorney who understands the complexities of your case.
Our immigration matters attorneys have the knowledge, experience, and skill to help with all aspects of your criminal matter. We will advocate on your behalf to minimize or even eliminate potential charges and work diligently to build a strong defense strategy. Our goal is to help you achieve the best possible outcome for your situation. Additionally, our team includes money laundering lawyers who are skilled in handling complex financial crimes and can provide expert guidance and defense in your 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.
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.
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.
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.
No matter how complex a criminal matter you are facing may be, we are ready and able to represent you. Contact us at 855-959-4003, or 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.
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 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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