How much does it cost to hire Justin for a criminal defense case?

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

Does Justin offer a free consultation?

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

How long do criminal defense cases in District of Columbia typically take?

Simple criminal defense 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. Justin gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

Can Justin take my case if I'm outside Washington?

Justin is licensed in District of Columbia. Matters governed by District of Columbia law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Justin 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 Justin?

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. Justin will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

Is Justin accepting new criminal defense clients right now?

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

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Justin Dillon, Criminal Defense Attorney in Washington, District of Columbia

focused on Criminal Defense and White Collar

Dillon PLLC

Washington, DC

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Justin Dillon is an attorney based in Washington, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense and White Collar. Currently practicing at Dillon PLLC.

Based in: Washington, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA
Experience: attorney
Known for: Criminal Defense · White Collar

Handles Criminal Defense and White Collar matters from Washington, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA.
Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar (2026).

Areas of practice

Legal matters Justin takes on

Justin concentrates on criminal defense and white collar. Each area below outlines the kind of case Justin handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Criminal Defense cases in Washington, District of Columbia

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

White Collar cases in Washington, District of Columbia

Justin takes white collar matters in Washington, District of Columbia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Justin agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Justin Dillon — criminal defense lawyer in Washington

Justin Dillon is an attorney based in Washington, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense and White Collar. Currently practicing at Dillon PLLC.

A former Assistant United States Attorney, Justin Dillon now uses his years of litigation and investigative experience to defend clients in complex, high-stakes white-collar criminal and campus discipline cases. Justin combines a meticulous approach to investigating the facts with a deep knowledge of criminal and administrative procedure to vigorously protect his clients’ futures and reputations.

Justin represents people in some of the toughest situations they will ever face. He has gained nationwide attention for his work representing students and professors in campus misconduct cases. While many of these cases are successfully resolved on campus, Justin is not afraid to take it all the way to court—and he is the first lawyer in the country to win summary judgment against a university in a campus sexual assault case. In his criminal defense practice, Justin has helped people accused of a wide range of federal white-collar crimes, guiding his clients through the process and advocating fiercely on their behalves.

Immediately before joining KaiserDillon PLLC, Justin spent five and a half years as a federal prosecutor in Washington, DC, where he led more than 100 Grand Jury investigations, tried more than 60 criminal cases, and handled more than a dozen appeals.

Justin has also been published or quoted in more than a dozen national newspapers and magazines, including The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Los Angeles Times, The Nation, and The Weekly Standard. He has spoken before organizations such as the American Bar Association, the Association of Title IX Administrators, the Higher Education Consultants Association, and the Virginia State Bar.

Justin is a member of the Edward Bennett Williams Inn of Court, an invitation-only professional organization devoted to white-collar practice, and the John Carroll Society. He teaches trial advocacy at Harvard Law School and has guest-lectured on criminal law at Harvard and the University of Maryland. He serves on the Continuing Legal Education Committee of the D.C. Bar and is a member of the Board of Directors of Families Advocating for Campus Equality, a nonprofit organization devoted to bringing greater due process protections to campus disciplinary proceedings.

Justin is licensed to practice law in the District of Columbia and the Commonwealth of Virginia. He has been recognized by The Best Lawyers in America© in the category Criminal Defense: White-Collar.

Justin's approach to criminal defense cases

The kind of cases Justin takes

Justin reviews new inquiries case-by-case for criminal defense and white collar matters in Washington and the surrounding District of Columbia area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

Harvard University
J.D. · 2007

Justin studied at J.D. in Harvard University.

Law school and academic background

Justin completed J.D. in Harvard University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Justin runs in District of Columbia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Justin has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar
2026

Legal awards and honors

Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar (2026).

Locations

Justin Dillon's office in Washington

Justin's primary office is at 1717 K Street Northwest, Suite 900, Washington, District of Columbia, 20006. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Dillon PLLC

1717 K Street Northwest, Suite 900

Washington, District of Columbia 20006

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Hiring guide

How to hire Justin Dillon — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

Justin charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Justin'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; Justin will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a criminal defense attorney in Washington, District of Columbia

A short list to run through before you commit: How many criminal defense 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 Justin

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every criminal defense 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. Justin confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Justin Dillon

How much does it cost to hire Justin for a criminal defense case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Justin walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Justin offer a free consultation?
Justin charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Justin's office. Some criminal defense attorneys offer free consults — check Justin's current terms during booking.
How long do criminal defense cases in District of Columbia typically take?
Simple criminal defense 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. Justin gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Justin take my case if I'm outside Washington?
Justin is licensed in District of Columbia. Matters governed by District of Columbia law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Justin 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 Justin?
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. Justin will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Justin accepting new criminal defense clients right now?
Justin's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Community Q&A

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Areas served

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