Very professional, all options and possible outcomes were explained clearly.

I am extremely pleased with Karen Riley Porter's representation. She provided excellent advice and guidance on actions to take in preparation for court, communicated the possible outcomes and options in a clear, caring and compassionate manner and provided timely responses to all inquiries. She is professional, respectful, confident and articulate. I am very grateful to her for a job extremely well done and would highly recommend her.

My experience with Karin Porter was a wonderful experience. Professional staff and assistants was above par, with the most positive results in my case! 8 highly recommend Ms. Porter and would use her services again if necessary, without a doubt!

Joe Dotson

Karin Riley providided exceptional service. Results where better than anticipated.
Highly recommend her to anyone looking for an attorney!

While travelling from texas picked up charge for possession of marijuana SHE GOT MY CASE DISMISSED on first date !!!!!!! Didnt even have to travel to VA for it ..got way better result than expected .had strong game plan from the start highly recommended .

Karin is a superb attorney. Her professionalism is unmatched, and her lawyering skills win cases. Karin is the first name I give out when asked for a referral for a criminal defense attorney.

Karin Porter is NOT at 10605 Judicial Dr anymore. She is at 10505 Judicial Dr. #1, Fairfax, VA 22030.

I had a very unusual case and Karin Porter handled it in the best way possible. She was very responsive to all of my (many) questions and was very reassuring. I am extremely satisfied with my experience and would highly recommend her to anyone in need of an attorney.

Karin Porter is an excellent attorney. I would highly recommended anyone in need of a criminal defense attorney to retain her services.

Karin Porter is an excellent defense attorney, who has years of experience in defending people against a wide range of cases in the Nova area.

Mrs. Porter and her team are very knowledgeable and experienced criminal defense attorneys in the northern Virginia area.

Karin is a great communicator. She will help you prepare the best possible defense for your case.

Karin is a true professional. She will give your case the time and attention it deserves. Her expertise is unmatched. I would recommend her to anyone in need of a criminal defense attorney.

Ms. Porter and her team have an attention to detail like no other. They are rock solid in advice, extremely experienced in what they do, and reasonably priced for the over achieving services they provide. I would hire this team for any legal issue, at any time, any circumstance, without reservation. I've never had a legal team be so responsive, action and results oriented, as Ms. Porter's team is. They get results. You bring your candor and honesty, they will mitigate the issue at hand. Highly recommend Ms. Porter and her whole team, as one of the most forward thinking, actionable, and outcome favorable groups you could ever tenure if in need of legal services of any sort. Special thanks to Perry, who is always on top of even the smallest details. TRUST THIS TEAM, and especially Ms. Porter's prowess.

Karin is a very hard worker and a great person!

Karin is extremely knowledgeable, hardworking and an excellent lawyer!

Karin is amazing, I would recommend her to anyone!

Amazing attorney! Karin Porter is a true professional.

Very professional! Really easy to work with, would recommend this office for anyone looking for attorney help

Very professional

Karin Porter joined my defense team to help with the preparations for a jury trial on false accusations of sexual assault - federal case in Eastern District of Virginia. Karin's experience in federal prosecution and her knowledge of procedures and criminal law were extremely valuable. Her attention to details, confidence, responsiveness, great organization and compassion helped me to gain confidence in this difficult situation. Karin delivered a great closing argument that resulted in a full acquittal on all charges. I am truly grateful for all the hours of hard work that she put in my defense. It is an extreme challenge to defend cases similar to mine and Karin's performance was exceptional.

Karin Porter handled my case professionally and quickly. She was patient and listened to what happened to me. She understood and helped me when I needed a lawyer the most. It’s hard getting a lawyer on the phone and dedicate time to assess the situation but Karin Porter was there for me. I highly recommend Karin Porter, she was on my side and I felt wonderful there after. Thank you again Karin I appreciate you so much.

I was incredibly fortunate to have Karin Porter representing me after being arrested in Fairfax County for DUI and driving on a suspended license. The videotape of my DUI arrest was particularly damning.

A key factor behind selecting Karin to represent me was her near-decade of experience as a prosecutor and the fact she actually clerked for a Fairfax County Circuit Court judge. Although I had nearly zero interaction with the court system before this arrest, an obvious consideration was that my lawyer needed to know the key players (judge, prosecutor, law enforcement) and, more importantly, be respected by them. It was immediately clear during our first meeting Karin met this criteria, and it was increasingly reinforced throughout the process that Karin’s standing within the Fairfax County legal/court community couldn’t be higher. She knows the people firsthand and has extensively worked every aspect of the court system.

Karin was a uniquely effective advocate for me when negotiating with the prosecution and arresting officer. Thanks to her in-depth knowledge, professional tenacity, and remarkable reputation among prosecutors and the police, my DUI was reduced to reckless driving, and the driving on a suspended license charge was reduced to simply driving without a license.

Karin is an exceptional lawyer and I was lucky to have her fighting for me.

So grateful for her help. Thank you again and again Karin, and all the best as well as my gratitude to you and the people who work with you.

Excellent representation. Karin helped us prepare and through her knowledge of the system and excellent preparation our case was dismissed. We are thrilled that the system worked. Thanks Karin!

Karin is an amazing lawyer! She had my ticket reduced from Wreck less speeding to speeding. If you need a Lawyer, she is once of the best I have ever met. She kept me in the loop 100% along the way, answered questions any time I had them. I hope I never get a ticket again, but if I do Karin Porter will be who I call! She did an amazing job!

I would highly recommend Karin Porter! Friendly, prompt, organized and worked extremely hard to get the desired result! The communication from start to finish was excellent. Thank You!

Karin was great from start to finish in my case. She took time to walk me through the process and answer all of my concerns. She explained what I needed to do to provide to best outcome for my case and on court day was wonderful in helping me understand the process from beginning to end.

Ms. Porter was kind enough to give me a free phone consultation about my case. I already had an attorney, but wanted to make sure all that could be done, was being handled appropriately. Her expert advise and knowledge gave me the reassurance i needed. I so appreciated her time, kindness and professional manner.

We hired Karin Riley Porter to represent our son for a reckless driving charge. Karin immediately put together an actionable plan that included classes prior to his court date. Karin's knowledge, experience, and pragmatic approach led to the best possible outcome - the charge was dropped all together. Not only is Karin highly competent and hard working, she is a real advocate for her clients and leaves no stone unturned. We would highly recommend Karin Riley Porter; she is an outstanding attorney!

I would highly recommend Mrs. Porter as an attorney; she was very successful in my case. The whole time I worked with her she was extremely professional and knowledgeable. What made Mrs. Porter different from the other attorneys I met with was that she seemed to care for me as a person and seemed like she was the most willing to get me the best outcome possible - and she did!

Mrs Porter was very confident during my defense and that helped me stayed relaxed during my trial

I have known Karin since her days in the Commonwealth Attorney's Office when I represented clients she was prosecuting. She was a true professional, always treating me with respect and fairness. You could trust what she said was in fact the truth. Armed with a keen knowledge of the law, Karin recognized the strengths and weaknesses of her cases. She negotiated cases that should be negotiated but was ready and able to try a case that she believed was not appropriate for negotiation. I have seen similar attributes in her representation of clients she now defends.

I appreciate and enjoy working and collaborating with Karin. She delivers high quality legal representation while being thorough and responsive. Karin is efficient, professional and respectful and she exceeds the expectations of those who work with her.

Karin was so professional, knowledgeable, and above all - caring! What a blessing for a busy and complicated profession.
I would highly recommend her for any legal advice and help.

I have worked with Karin on a number of cases. She has always been very conscientious and professional. She also genuinely cares about the welfare of her clients. Highly Recommended

- Ali Navidi, Psy.D.

Over the years I have used a lot of attorneys for my business dealings, but fortunately this was the first time I have had to use an attorney for a traffic charge which carried potential criminal consequences.

I couldn't have been more pleased with my selection of Karin Porter to represent me in the Fairfax County Court system. Her knowledge of the process and relationships within the system were true assets in negotiating a plea to a much lesser charge.

I would rank Karin at the very top of all attorneys I have worked with for her thoroughness and professionalism from the beginning to the end of my case.

Mrs. Porter, was very successful with my case. She was very polite, and easy to work with. During the hearing she was excellent about relieving client's stress. I have already recommended her to a friend, who needs a traffic lawyer, and I will continue to do so. She has strong work ethics, and is dedicated to providing the best of service to her clients.

Karin Porter is one of the most outstanding attorneys in our court house. Her excellence is demonstrated every day by the way she approaches the law, cases and her clients--i.e., with extraordinary preparation, devotion and passion. She is also extremely knowledgeable and able to meet legal challenges from all angles with brilliance and ease. Her commitment and excellence is reflected in her outstanding results. I give her my highest recommendation.

Karin was very professional and up front. She was very transparent and clear with everything along the process. She was very punctual and also made me feel like she was working her hardest in my interest. I would recommend her to anyone.

What a pleasure it is to see Ms. Porter in court fighting for her clients. I have known her since her days as an Assistant Commonwealth's Attorney and she uses her expertise, skill and creativity to the best of her client's advantage. She never backs down from trying a case and wins trials that other lawyers would plead out. I highly recommend her as an attorney.

Karin Riley Porter provided me with honest, direct, and thorough representation in my recent court case. Having worked as a former prosecutor, she was well versed in all aspects of the proceedings from personal experience on both sides. Ms. Porter is very approachable and always available to answer any questions that may arise. Likewise, her Administrative Assistant is extremely helpful and welcoming which helps sets the client at ease immediately upon entering the office. I would highly recommend Ms. Porter as an outstanding defense attorney.

Karin Riley Porter is a former colleague of mine from the Alexandria Commonwealth's Attorney's Office. Now in private practice, I have found her to be conscientious, hard-working, well-respected and highly competent. She is also a lawyer's lawyer, always willing to assist other attorneys with questions and strategy. Highly recommended.

I had the privilege of working with Karin for 9 years when she was a prosecutor. I was always impressed with her honesty, integrity, professionalism and her relentless pursuit of justice. Karin was ALWAYS prepared for her cases and put forth her best effort to bring justice to those she represented. Her knowledge of police procedure, prosecutorial tactics and criminal and traffic law will serve you well in your case. Karin is the one to whom I would refer those closest to me should they need representation in court.

Excellent experience at all stages. Karin listened carefully at our first meeting and advised me on all dimensions and potential options throughout the process. She is highly personable and skilled, and she clearly has the respect and attention of her peers and colleagues in the judicial system.

Exceptionally professional attorney. Thank you.

Quite pleased with Karin and the way she handled my case. Would definitely recommend.

I hired Karin because I received a reckless driving ticket in Arlington, VA. Upon receiving the ticket, I looked up the max punishment and I was shocked. Jail time? License suspension? I was extremely nervous to say the least. I then called Karin's firm and they set up a phone conference immediately. After that first conversation with Karin, my worries completely went away. Her rate was reasonable, and she was very fluent in traffic law. When it came down to my court date, she met with me early, and explain the process to me. She was then able to plea down my reckless driving ticket to a speeding infraction, which came with no probation and a much smaller fine. Karin made the whole thing pain free. I am very grateful I hired her and would recommend her to any good friend.

Karin is a thoughtful, experienced, and excellent legal professional. I consider her a valued colleague.

Karin was everything I was looking for in an attorney; knowledgeable, personable, and professional. I strongly recommend her if you are in need of legal representation.

I strongly recommend Karin Porter if you need an attorney. She is calm, responsive, and extremely knowledgeable. She called me immediately after I put in an inquiry about needing representation and walked me through the next steps. She put me at ease and the results of the case were better than I could have ever expected. She is top notch in her field and an honest broker for her clients.

Mrs. Karin Riley-Porter is highly recommended as a legal counsel. I have come to know Karin for her outstanding character and loyalty, commitment and dedication to providing legal advice. Her terrific demeanor and strong work ethics are unmatched. Karin is a mature and very capable individual, and I am impressed with her enthusiasm and determination to succeed.

I worked with Karin Riley Porter for many years in the Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office. Karin is a very reliable, intelligent and talented attorney whose courtroom presentation is outstanding. Her integrity is beyond reproach and I would highly recommend her to anyone in need of a defense attorney.

Mrs. Porter is an excellent trial attorney. I have had the pleasure of knowing her since her days as a prosecutor. She is always well prepared for court and ready to fight for her clients. With Mrs. Porter as your attorney, you are in great hands.

I had the privilege of working with Karin as a colleague in the Commonwealth's Attorney's office. She is an excellent litigator. She brought to every case she tried an in depth understanding of the facts at issue, a mastery of the applicable law, and a tactical expertise that allowed her to marshal the facts and law in the most compelling way possible for trial. In addition to Karin's fine legal skills, she brings to her work a passion for the law and an empathetic appreciation for those it affects. This combination of zealous advocacy and legal ability serve to make Karin a very effective trial lawyer. I greatly enjoyed the experience of working with her.

I first met Karin through Sailing Club of Washington and shortly after met her then fiancée now husband Bryan. Karin had some sailing experience through her family and was interested in crewing while Bryan was all new to the sport. Karin and Bryan have crewed for me since then on a weekly base and every major regatta in the area. A few years back they also acquired their own sailing vessel. Over the years I have known Karin, there are several characters that stand out to me. First off, she is a incredibly loyal and trustworthy individual, she and Bryan stayed crewing with me all these years while there are other more competitive boats would like to poach the ‘good and well trained’ crews. Many crews also jump ship for one reason or the other. However, our shoestring budget team, which they are big part of, did garner more than a few hardware over the years to place on the fireplace’s mantel. She is a kind and generous person and over the years, rolled up her sleeves on so many occasions to help out and keep the boat in shape… and I want to emphasize about the shoestring budget part. Third, Karin is a great learner and listener; while sailing a boat that activity itself is a challenging art form, to be competitive in regatta is another whole new dimension and it takes a whole lot of knowledge and team work. When Karin is on board, I can have Karin put in a key and strategic position and I can count on her to execute. All the above make Karin and Bryan a tremendous part of the team. I also see the same trace of characters that Karin exhibited on the water that exhibited in her professional life. When I required a character reference, Karin kindly donated her time in a profession manner to help me out. Sailing, as in real life, requires plenty of knowledge, diligent planning, accurate navigation and the courage to do what it takes to be successful. Karin’s trustworthiness, generosity and skillfulness, make her an in disposable member professionally and on the water.

Karin is a former colleague, who is a great person of character, professionalism and humor, with a passion for criminal law. She has gotten very good results for people I have referred to her in the past.

Karin is highly professional, responsive, and dedicated to providing excellent legal services. Karin has a multi-displinary legal background which provides her with the necessary knowledge and understanding of the criminal justice system, to be a highly successful and reliable attorney. I strongly recommend considering Karin when in need of legal representation.

I hired Karin after speaking with her over the telephone for the first time because she was immediately the most helpful out of all the lawyers I had spoken to. Karin informed me of everything I need to know and what I should do leading up to my court case. She was also the quickest to respond to all of my inquiries.
My original charge was a reckless speeding ticket, and my driving record is not good at all to begin with, so I was pretty worried leading up to my court hearing. Despite my dismal driving record, Karin was able to reach the best deal possible given my circumstances. My reckless speeding was amended to a regular speeding and I paid a much smaller fine than what I had originally predicted it might be. Overall I am very satisfied with the outcome of my case and with Karin's legal services.

Karin helped my husband out in a hairy situation, and due to her expertise and advise everything turned out Ok.

One of my friends told me about the firm after being a former client. After speaking with Ms. Porter, I felt confident. She was extremely professional in court. She seemed like she knew the judges, prosecutors, and how the case should be handled. She did everything one could expect for my case. I would recommend Karin to anyone facing a criminal defense matter in Virginia. I would tell them to follow her advice without thinking!

Karin has been my lawyer for the better part of two years. She is hard working and very dedicated to my case. Initially I hired her because she physically fit the bill for what I was looking for in a defense attorney - beautiful, well dressed, seemed smart, appeared to be a go-getter, etc.... Once I really got to know and trust her I understood that she was all of that, for sure, but also she is truly dedicated to my defense. I cannot even imagine how many hours she put into my case. I know she was working day and night and on weekends and even when on vacation. She is the first attorney I've had to hire to defend me and I truly believe that I struck gold finding her. I cannot say enough nice things about the work she did for me. I also appreciated how she knew when to laugh with me, when to give me a "get a grip" reality check, and when to be consoling. I hope to never need defense legal services again, but if I do she will be the first person I call. As my case has come to an end, I am actually sad to not have her as a daily part of my life. If you or anyone you know is in need of the BEST criminal defense, I would highly recommend Karin Porter.

My son was charged with several misdemeanors during his first year in college including possession of marijuana, possession of a schedule IV drug, destruction of property as well as several other charges. This was an extremely stressful time for us. All I could think about was how my son's future was in jeopardy. I performed an internet search for a lawyer in Fairfax and came across Karin. I read all of her reviews; researched her background; as well as performed other searches to ensure this would be a wise decision. Based on my research, we decided to hire Karin to handle my son's cases. Once we made this decision, my son called Karin's office and she returned my son's call within a couple of hours. She was extremely pleasant and helpful during his initial call. As a mother, I greatly appreciated the care with which Karin handled the case. She responded to all of our calls and emails expediently. I do not want to be redundant so I am going to sum my review up with this … what other reviewers experienced is precisely what we experienced: professionalism, empathy, diligence, concern, responsiveness and a strong work ethic.

I sought Mrs. Karin Riley Porter's legal advice and in turn I ended up hiring her to represent me. She is very responsive to calls, emails and addressed all my concerns. Mrs. Porter really had a way of putting me at ease throughout the entire process. I am beyond elated with the case outcome and would recommend her to anyone.

I have had the privilege of knowing and working with Karin professionally for over ten years.
Her work ethic is unquestionable, as she leaves no stone unturned and is always prepared for any “curve balls” that make come.
The best quality I can say about Karin is, she is a good person…and good people are hard to fine theses days.
Simply put, I trust her and so can you!

I worked with Karin when she was an Assistant Commonwealth Attorney in Alexandria (I was a detective). Relentless in her pursuit for justice, she is tenacious, honest, and professional. I was always impressed with her fearlessness in the courtroom. She knows the law and would never shy away from arguing her points; she did a fabulous job of articulating the legal issues in front of every judge.

Working with Karin is always a great experience. Karin is not only a pleasure to work with but she is truly dedicated to all of her clients. Over the past year I have referred several individuals to Karin. Each of them were extremely satisfied with Karin's representation, as well as the resolution in the case.

Karin is not only extremely professional but she is also a superior advocate. I will continue to refer individuals to Karin knowing my friends and family are in the hands of one of the best criminal attorneys in the Northern Virginia area.

Karin was referred to me by a family member who used her firm’s services. My uncle gave me all of Karin’s information, and even before going into the consultation I knew that she was probably one of the best lawyers in Virginia. Karin was meticulous with my consultation; she wanted to know every detail of the case. She wanted to know how the interaction with law enforcement went, and every little part of the case. She completely dissected what happened that night. Other lawyers don’t really give you as much attention as Karin does. I knew she was good after reading her reviews, but after the initial consultation I knew she was great and there to advocate for me. I was facing DWI, refusal and reckless driving; I was extremely concerned about what could happen to my freedom. My main concern being, how something like this could ruin my life and my family’s life. Karin was excellent after I hired her as well. She immediately answered all my questions and gave me updates on my case constantly. When we went to court, I completely felt like Karin had my best interest in mind. Karin spoke to the prosecutor and arresting officer to get a solid feel of how things are going to go, and she was able to lay out all the options for me. Because of Karin I was able to keep my job, my house, and stay with my family. The result was much better than what I thought would happen. I was facing 3 criminal charges, and I only had to face 1 charge because of Karin. And that charge was … reduced greatly. I was facing up to 6-12 months in Jail, but thanks to Karin Porter I got to walk away and go home, so I can enjoy my free time with my family. I would definitely recommend Karin Porter for anyone who needs a criminal defense attorney in Virginia.

I looked around for a good attorney, and I came across Karin Porter. She was highly rated, and Karin really stood out as she was a former prosecutor. I spoke with Karin initially on the phone, and we set up a meeting in her office. She responded very fast to me, and I was not disappointed with my consultation. She was very straight forwarded and knowledgeable. She gave me lots of case study, and explained to me the different situations that could happen. She was very transparent about what could happen, best case, worst case scenarios. She laid it all out on the table for us to take a look at. I spoke to about 2-3 other attorneys as well, but Karin seemed the most professional and I didn’t feel like I was just in a big cue of potential clients. Karin did not rush me through our consultation, even though I hadn’t paid anything at that point. I hired Karin Immediately, and I definitely do not regret it. Karin did everything behind closed doors, and spoke with the commonwealth attorney about my case and got me an amazing result. I spent minimal time at the court, and probably no more than an hour. Karin took care of everything for me, and everything was dropped, and Karin told me I could expunge everything as well. Karin laid out the options for me, and we expunged it all. This whole process was painless, and I would highly recommend her services to anyone in need of a good attorney.

I initially looked for an attorney in Fairfax on the internet and I came across Karin Porter. I really liked Karin’s philosophy and how she approached my case. She obviously had a lot of experience with my type of case. Speaking with Karin was a completely different experience then speaking with another attorney. You could tell she was very genuine, and she had an approach to my case that I really liked. It felt like Karin really understood what I was going through. After I hired Karin the customer service didn’t stop there. She always kept me up to date with the details of my case. She provided me with her cellphone number and told me that I could call her day or night. She never left any of my questions unanswered, and almost always responded to my emails/text/phone calls within minutes and no more than a few hours. I was facing false allegations, and the Investment in Karin was completely worth it. She presented the case so perfectly to the judge, and argued so well on my behalf. Needless to say my charges were dismissed. Karin was a great Investment, and her assertive and confidence in my case really showed throughout this whole ordeal. She really took care of me.

I highly recommend Karin to anyone. I worked directly with Karin when she was an assistant commonwealth attorney and I was an Alexandria police detective. She was always well-prepared but also great at thinking on her feet if something unexpected happened. Not only did she think and speak clearly, she brought common sense to every case we worked. She also possesses the other qualities you want in an attorney- she has a strong work ethic, she's well-educated and very intelligent. I miss working with her, and she would be the first person I would call if I needed an attorney.

I am very pleased to recommend Karin Porter as an excellent and dedicated criminal defense attorney in Virginia. I am an immigration lawyer who has practiced in the DC metro area for over 15 years, and I have had worked with many criminal defense attorneys to represent mutual clients during those years. I can definitively state that Karin Porter is the criminal defense attorney in Virginia who I will recommend to my immigration clients when they are facing any traffic or criminal issue. I have had the pleasure of co-counseling with Karin several times, and she is a delight to work with, as she is eager to find a creative solution which may preserve immigration options for foreign-born defendants. I have accompanied her to court and she is very poised and savvy in the courtroom and while negotiating with prosecutors. Not only do I recommend Karin Porter to my clients, but I also recommend her to my personal friends who are in need of traffic or criminal representation in Virginia.

I had the absolute best experience with Karin Porter and Price Benowitz in general. Karin is one of the most professional people I've ever had the pleasure of working with. She is constantly working long hours to ensure that her clients understand what is happening and their questions are answered. Despite how busy Karin is I've never seen her miss a phone call or an e-mail- she is constantly on top of her work. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a competent attorney who always goes above and beyond for her clients!

I received Karin Porter’s information in the mail when I was charged with Reckless Driving. I was impressed with her qualifications as a former prosecutor and that she had good online reviews. I called Karin’s office and talked to the staff. I received a call back from Karin within an hour. Karin was very friendly and knowledgeable. She let me know what I was facing and what the court would be looking at with my driving record. She sent me a representation agreement and worked with me on the payment arrangements to ensure that it was within my budget. Karin went to court for me since I could not make it due to work commitments. She had great communication with me throughout the whole process. Karin was able to get my Reckless Driving charge reduced to a simple speeding violation with only a small fee. I would definitely recommend Karin to other potential clients looking for a Reckless Driving lawyer.