Public Interest Law lawyers within 100 miles of Falls Church Virginia

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.

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.

Corey Pollard is the managing partner of Jenkins Block & Associates‘ Richmond office and heads the Virginia Workers’ Compensation department of the firm. Mr. Pollard focuses his practice on representing individuals who have suffered injuries at work or through the fault of others, including car accident, motorcycle wreck, construction accident, medical malpractice and wrongful death cases. And when these personal injuries and other medical conditions lead to problems in the workplace or permanent health impairments, Mr. Pollard helps individuals obtain the monetary awards they deserve through state and federal employment law and Social Security Disability. Born and raised in Newport News, Virginia, Mr. Pollard grew up in a construction family. A graduate of Menchville High School, where he was a Virginia High School League (VHSL) State Champion in Swimming, Mr. Pollard earned his Bachelor’s Degree with honors from the College of William and Mary in Williamsburg, Virginia. While in college, Mr. Pollard was a member of Sigma Alpha Epsilon (SAE) fraternity. Mr. Pollard obtained his J.D. with honors from the University of Richmond School of Law. While in law school, Mr. Pollard was selected as a member of the Richmond Journal of Law and the Public and Interest. He was also selected as member of the school’s Client Counseling & Negotiation Board after winning the Environmental Negotiation Competition in 2007. Prior to joining Jenkins Block & Associates, Mr. Pollard worked as an insurance defense attorney where he gained valuable experience and training while representing many of the nation’s largest employers and insurance carriers. Now he uses that experience to represent individuals who sustained personal injuries and disability and to fight back against insurance companies and their tactics. Mr. Pollard’s wife, Leigh, is a Human Resources Manager who provides “real world” advice and insight on employment and labor law matters. The Pollards have two children, Knox and Rivers, who keep them busy and running around, and a 5-pound dog named Simba. They are members of Bon Air Baptist Church. In his spare time, Mr. Pollard enjoys spending time with his family, going to the beach, and playing pickup basketball and golf. When he is in the mood for punishment, he roots for his favorite football team, the Washington Redskins.

Mark Mario Esposito, Esq., J.D., T.C. Williams School of Law, University of Richmond, VA (1984); B.S., James Madison University, Harrisonburg, Va. (1980 Summa Cum Laude; Outstanding Student in Public Administration); "av" rated in Martindale-Hubbell; American Bar Association; Association of Trial Lawyers of America; Virginia Trial Lawyers Association (Elected Board of Governors (1998)); Henrico Bar Association; Richmond Bar Association (Judiciary Committee (2002-05)); United's Who's Who in American Law; member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum (2002 to present); admitted to practice in all courts in Virginia; United States District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia; Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals; Untied States Supreme Court. Mr. Esposito has consistently and aggressively defended the civil rights of individuals, unions, and small businesses against the negligent or intentional wrongdoing of corporations, governments, and other powerful interests. He has been recognized as a powerful and effective advocate and trial lawyer for his clients. He has successfully handled personal injury cases in states from California to Virginia and won significant awards and settlements. His successful defense of a small businessperson against an unconstitutional local taxing scheme was deemed one of the most significant appellate decisions in the state of Pennsylvania in 1997. Mr. Esposito's client was nominated for the Liberty Bell Award, which goes to the most significant case promoting civil liberties, in the state of Pennsylvania. Another successful case that same year in the Virginia Supreme Court, Walter Atkinson, Admin. v. Scheer, MD, et al, was deemed one of the most important medical negligence decisions for the plaintiff's bar in Virginia. Currently, Mr. Esposito handles significant motor vehicle/tractor-trailer accidents, professional negligence cases, traumatic brain injury cases, defective product and defective pharmaceutical cases, as well as other catastrophic loss cases. Mr. Esposito is married to the former Suzanne Daley. They have two sons, ages 20 and 24. They reside in Henrico County, Virginia, where he is actively involved in youth recreational sports and civic associations and boards. He is a frequent speaker at local area schools advocating greater exposure of the law and courts to young people.