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David Hagan, ADR Attorney in Alexandria, Virginia

focused on ADR, Criminal Defense, and Family Law

Trusted adr attorney serving Alexandria.

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David Hagan is an attorney based in Alexandria, VIRGINIA. The practice focuses on ADR, Criminal Defense, and Family Law. Currently practicing at Friedman, Grimes, Meinken & Leischner PLLC.

Based in
Alexandria, VIRGINIA
Experience
attorney
Known for
ADR · Criminal Defense · Family Law
  • Handles ADR, Criminal Defense, and Family Law matters from Alexandria, VIRGINIA.
  • Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: General Practice (2026).

About David Hagan: David Hagan is an attorney based in Alexandria, VIRGINIA. The practice focuses on ADR, Criminal Defense, and Family Law. Currently practicing at Friedman, Grimes, Meinken & Leischner PLLC.

Areas of practice

Legal matters David takes on

David concentrates on adr, criminal defense, and family law. Each area below outlines the kind of case David handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

ADR cases in Alexandria, Virginia

David takes adr matters in Alexandria, Virginia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.

Criminal Defense cases in Alexandria, Virginia

David takes criminal defense matters in Alexandria, Virginia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.

Family Law cases in Alexandria, Virginia

David takes family law matters in Alexandria, Virginia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet David Hagan — adr lawyer in Alexandria

David Hagan is an attorney based in Alexandria, VIRGINIA. The practice focuses on ADR, Criminal Defense, and Family Law. Currently practicing at Friedman, Grimes, Meinken & Leischner PLLC.

David Hagan is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Criminal Defense: General Practice, Family Law and Family Law: Arbitration and Mediation.

David, who practices law in Alexandria, Virginia, has been recognized since 2022. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which David is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

How David handles adr matters

David Hagan is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Criminal Defense: General Practice, Family Law and Family Law: Arbitration and Mediation. David, who practices law in Alexandria, Virginia, has been recognized since 2022. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which David is held by other top lawyers in the…

The kind of cases David takes

David reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, criminal defense, and family law matters in Alexandria and the surrounding Virginia area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Massachusetts School of Law at Andover

    J.D. · 2018

David studied at J.D. in Massachusetts School of Law at Andover.

Law school and academic background

David completed J.D. in Massachusetts School of Law at Andover. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice David runs in Virginia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

David has received 4 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: General Practice

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Family Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Family Law: Arbitration and Mediation

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Awards:

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: General Practice (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Family Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Family Law: Arbitration and Mediation (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026).

Locations

David Hagan's office in Alexandria

David's primary office is at 616 N Washington Street, Suite 450, Alexandria, Virginia, 22314. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Friedman, Grimes, Meinken & Leischner PLLC

616 N Washington Street, Suite 450

Alexandria, Virginia 22314

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Hiring guide

How to hire David Hagan — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with David usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

David charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain David's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; David will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a adr attorney in Alexandria, Virginia

A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for David

David discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in adr practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every adr matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. David confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

David's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about David Hagan

  • How much does it cost to hire David for a adr case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. David walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does David offer a free consultation?

    David charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain David's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check David's current terms during booking.

  • How long do adr cases in Virginia typically take?

    Simple adr matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. David gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can David take my case if I'm outside Alexandria?

    David is licensed in Virginia. Matters governed by Virginia law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — David will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with David?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. David will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is David accepting new adr clients right now?

    David's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

ADR attorneys serving Alexandria, Richmond and Arlington in Virginia

David handles adr matters throughout Virginia. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified adr attorneys in that community.

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