Cody Villalon

Cody Villalon is a criminal defense attorney who treats every client with dignity and compassion. He possesses more than 15 years of legal experience, has defended more than 1,000 cases, and has spent more than 5,000 hours in court. He currently represents clients accused of violent offenses and DUIs, and he specializes in serious criminal charges. Mr. Villalon understands that facing criminal charges can be scary and overwhelming. You need an experienced defense attorney who will not be intimidated and who will level the playing field in court. You also need someone with genuine compassion to help guide you through such a difficult time. “No matter where people come from or what they are accused of doing, everyone deserves respect. I believe in the Constitution, and we are all guaranteed rights under the law. Our rights only exist as long as there are people that are willing to defend them. I am proud of the work I do. Being a defense attorney is not just a job to me — it is what I do to serve our community and to fight for the type of world I want my own children to live in.” Mr. Villalon represents clients accused of burglary, assault, murder, attempted murder, domestic violence, and a wide variety of other criminal charges. He is highly professional and well-respected by prosecutors and judges. Therefore, he is able to skillfully and aggressively defend his clients. He understands that the stakes are high, because a criminal conviction can affect the rest of your life. It can have a disastrous impact on your employment, family, education, and fundamental liberty. The Commonwealth of Virginia has trained law enforcement officers, expert witnesses, and career prosecutors that are prepared to oppose you in court. “There are few feelings more thrilling than hearing the words ‘not guilty’. I love going to trial, arguing cases, and creating the legal strategy leading up to it. I also recognize that my duties as a lawyer extend beyond the courtroom. I take my role as a Counselor at Law seriously. All of my clients are unique, and I work hard to understand their particular needs. I often encounter clients who are facing more than just legal problems and who are genuinely suffering. I take a more holistic approach and try to encourage strategies that help them get their lives going in a better direction. I genuinely care. That’s a point of pride for me.”