Steve Halfhill concentrates in business, security, commodity and regulatory law, as well as domestic relations, traffic/criminal matters and general litigation. After receiving his J.D. Degree from West Virginia University in 1974, Mr. Halfhill entered the United States Army where he served as a Captain in the Judge Advocate General’s Corps. Upon completion of his military service, Mr. Halfhill became an Assistant Director in the Commodity Future Trading Commission’s Division of Enforcement and later was Special Counsel to the Director of the Commodity Future Trading Commission’s Division of Trading & Markets. He has been in private practice since 1981, and is a member of the Bars of the District of Columbia, Virginia, and West Virginia. In addition, he is experienced in major federal litigation nationally, and is an experienced appellate practice as well as domestic relations, criminal, traffic, business and homeowners’/condominium association law.

Bernard Crane graduated from George Washington University with a triple major in Criminal Justice, Sociology and Dramatic Art. He earned his JD degree from The Catholic University's Columbus School of Law, in Washington, DC. He has been practicing criminal and business law in Washington DC and the surrounding areas since 1985.

We know that all people make mistakes. We look at our job as to try to help our clients minimize the impact of these errors upon there lives. Alex Gordon has more than 23 years of trial experience. During his career he has represented more than 4,500 clients charged with serious felonies and misdemeanors in Northern Virginia. Alex is a member of the Virginia Bar and the State Bars of Florida and Georgia. He is a member of the Fairfax Bar Association, the American Bar Association, and the National Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys. Alex has also served the public as both an Assistant County Attorney in Florida and as a Senior Assistant Public Defender in Fairfax, Virginia. Mr. Gordon earned a Bachelor of Science from James Madison University in Harrisonburg, Virginia in 1991 and graduated from the University of Georgia School of Law in 1994.

Attorney Seth Peritz practices criminal defense in Virginia and federal courts. He has been practicing since 2016, starting as a graduate fellow at the Loudoun County Public Defender’s Office. Seth worked at two firms prior to starting Crowley Peritz Law with his partner Matthew Crowley in 2020. Seth completed his undergraduate degree in Political Science with an emphasis on Public Law at Northern Illinois University in 2013. After receiving a graduate research fellowship, he moved to Virginia to study law at the Marshall-Wythe School of Law at the College of William and Mary, graduating in 2016. Seth met his wife in law school and decided to move to Northern Virginia, his wife’s home area. They have one beautiful baby girl. Upon graduating from law school and taking the bar, Seth immediately started a fellowship at the Loudoun County Public Defender’s Office where he learned to handle a significant caseload and experienced all levels of trial courts in Virginia. Seth was recruited by a friend and former colleague to join a small criminal and immigration law firm where Seth managed the traffic and most criminal cases for the firm. In 2018 Matthew Crowley, Seth’s future partner, and then Managing Partner of a small criminal defense firm, recruited him as their youngest associate attorney. Seth quickly rose to Senior Attorney and had a robust criminal defense practice. In 2020, Matthew and Seth started Crowley Peritz Law and they have not looked back. Seth has represented clients in all forms of traffic cases from simple infractions and reckless driving cases to vehicular manslaughter. He particularly enjoys DWI/DUI cases for their intellectual challenges. On the criminal side, Seth has represented clients in cases such as trespass and disorderly conduct, to violent crimes, including Assault, Malicious Wounding, and Strangulation cases, sexual assault cases, including Object Sexual Penetration and Aggravated Sexual Battery, and every level of crime involving a controlled substance. Seth’s work ethic and availability shows not just how much he enjoys his work, but also how much he cares about his clients. This can be seen by his dozens of reviews on AVVO, the number of personal referrals he receives, and shows through in his trial work.

Scott R. Sexauer is a native of Northern Virginia. He obtained his undergraduate and law school degrees from George Mason University. He has been in private practice in Northern Virginia since 1984, and has earned a BV- Distinguished peer review rating from Martindale Hubbel. Scott R. Sexauer is a Fairfax lawyer who provides quality representation in a number of different areas of the law, including, but not limited to, bankruptcy, divorce, criminal and traffic cases, business transactions, wills, and civil litigation. He will utilize his years of experience and knowledge of different aspects of the law to obtain the best result for you. Your case gets his personal attention.

Matthew Crowley is a respected criminal and traffic defense attorney. With more than 17 years of experience, and having practiced throughout every jurisdiction in Northern Virginia, Matthew is a seasoned legal professional. Upon graduation from American University’s Washington College of Law, Matthew practiced with such distinguished regional firms as Davies, Barrell, Will, Lewellyn, and Edwards PLC, and Price Benowtiz, LLP. In 2015 and 2016 Matthew was distinguished as one of the Top 100 Trial Lawyers in the United States. In 2017 Matthew was recruited by the prestigious criminal defense firm, Robinson Law, PLLC, in Fairfax, Virginia, to act as the firm’s managing partner. Under Matthew’s oversight at Robinson Law, the firm’s criminal practice became one of the most successful and well-respected criminal defense firms in Northern Virginia. In 2020, Matthew and Seth Peritz, also previously an attorney at Robinson Law, opened their own criminal and traffic law practice, Crowley Peritz PLLC, in Fairfax, Virginia. Matthew and Seth’s continued alliance allows them to provide highly focused representation to their clients, as well as outstanding customer service. Matthew and Seth often work cases in tandem, which brings a synergy to their practice where the sum is greater than the parts. Matthew’s substantial legal experience, his professional demeanor, and his involved and detailed approach in every case make him a great option for anyone charged with a criminal offense. Matthew is peer-reviewed on Martindale Hubble, and holds a 10.0/10.0 rating on Avvo. Matthew has received Avvo’s Client Choice Award from Avvo every year from 2015 through the present. Matthew has successfully tried as well as settled hundreds of criminal and traffic cases, at all levels of Virginia’s trial courts. Matthew has also trained and mentored dozens of young attorneys throughout his career, including having both recruited and mentored his current partner, Seth Peritz.

Adriana Estevez is an immigration attorney dedicated to guiding individuals and families through complex legal processes with skill and care. She brings over a decade of legal training and advocacy to her practice, helping clients navigate matters that often carry life-changing consequences. Adriana earned her Juris Doctor from The Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law in Washington, D.C. (2013), where she also received several fellowships for her commitment to public interest work, including recognition from the Hispanic Bar Association of D.C. and Equal Justice America. She completed her undergraduate studies at The George Washington University, earning a B.A. in International Affairs and Philosophy with a minor in Political Science (2009). She is admitted to practice law in Virginia and is an active member of the Virginia State Bar, Fairfax Bar Association, and American Bar Association. Her work and professional achievements have been recognized nationally. She has been named to Super Lawyers Rising Stars since 2020, selected as an Elite Lawyer since 2024, and honored as a Marquis Who’s Who listee in 2025. With her background in immigration law and dedication to serving the community, Adriana combines legal knowledge with compassion, ensuring her clients feel supported and empowered every step of the way.

Afsana Chowdhury founded The Law Office of Afsana Chowdhury, located in Fairfax, VA. She has handled all types of family law cases over her 11-year career, including divorce, child support, child custody, separation agreements, spousal support, and other family legal disputes. Her practice includes a special focus on the issues that arise in military and federal employee divorces. Ms. Chowdhury has experience representing spouses on both sides of these special divorce cases. Ms. Chowdhury is a native of Northern Virginia. She attended Virginia Tech University, where she earned her undergraduate degree, magna cum laude, in political science. After graduation, she attended the University of Richmond School of Law. She was a member of the University of Richmond Law Review editorial board and the Moot Court Board. As a member of the Virginia State Bar, Ms. Chowdhury is admitted to appear in all Virginia state courts. She is also admitted to practice in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia. Ms. Chowdhury strives to deliver efficient, effective, and professional legal services to her clients. Unlike many family law firms, she offers flat fee billing that provides peace of mind about legal fees and creates an open line of communication with her clients by eliminating surprise bills. Her clients have responded to her client-centered approach to practicing law. She has received Avvo’s Clients’ Choice Award four times. She has a perfect five-star review rating on Facebook and over 50 five-star reviews on Google. She has also earned a perfect 10.0 Superb rating from Avvo.

Mary Nerino is a practicing lawyer in the state of Virginia who handles criminal cases. She has tried cases in assault, drug charges, domestic violence, gun charges, prostitution, solicitation, sex crimes, and theft.