Attorney Joseph A. Scrofano is a passionate trial lawyer who will aggressively fight for your rights in a DC criminal case. Mr. Scrofano has litigated more than 300 cases in the District of Columbia Superior Court. Referred to affectionately by his colleagues as “Scruff Justice,” he has a reputation as a forceful advocate who fights harder than other more conventional criminal defense lawyers. He has gone so far as to subpoena an individual prosecutor and file for contempt against another to protect his clients’ rights.

David Benowitz is an experienced attorney and a founding partner of Price Benowitz LLP. David uses his experience in both local and federal courts to vigorously defend clients in white-collar and high-profile cases around the country. A successful and well-respected trial attorney, David is licensed in Washington DC and Maryland and has spent his entire professional career defending the rights of clients and working tirelessly to get them the best possible results.

Karin Riley Porter believes that effective, aggressive representation for those accused of crimes is a crucial part of the justice system. Karin uses more than 20 years of investigative and litigation experience to build strong defense strategies for her clients. Karin believes all those accused of crimes have a right to devoted legal representation. That is why she brings a comprehensive, detail-oriented focus to every case with which she is involved. Karin’s clients can depend on her to examine every possible legal strategy to use in a defense against criminal charges, and to provide valuable advice on the best course of action to take. She is able to do this by attending frequent seminars and training sessions so that she can stay ahead of the curve when it comes to law enforcement and prosecutorial trends. This is especially true in defending against DUI and drug charges and other criminal offenses that involve evidence of a biologic and scientific nature. After graduating from Pennsylvania State University, Karin went on to receive her law degree, with honors, from the George Mason University School of Law. Following her graduation from law school, Karin was a clerk for a judge in Fairfax County Circuit Court. Prior to joining Price Benowitz LLP, Karin served for nine years as an Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney in Virginia, handling cases ranging from DUIs to serious violent felonies. She has litigated thousands of cases during her career and is an aggressive and creative defense attorney. Due to her prior experience, Karin has an understanding of how law enforcement agents conduct criminal investigations, and how prosecutors build and prepare their cases for trial. She is licensed in Virginia and the Eastern District of Virginia Fourth Circuit Court. Karin enjoys sailing in her spare time.

Shawn Sukumar is a highly skilled criminal defense attorney who is licensed in the District of Columbia. He has more than a decade of experience representing clients charged with a wide variety of criminal cases in Washington, D.C. Shawn has handled everything from high-level felony offenses to traffic violations and charges of driving under the influence. Shawn’s success in and out of the courtroom has shown how valuable his skill set is to anyone who is charged with a criminal offense in Washington DC. He fights for the rights of his clients throughout the entire legal process. Even after a case is concluded, Shawn continues to work with his clients who require help in having their records cleared. Many individuals who have served time or who have completed probation find that their charge remains on their record. Even those who have been found not guilty may suffer the stigma of the arrest, which can remain on their record and be subject to a background search from a prospective employer or leasing office. By pursuing expungement, Shawn can help eligible clients with certain prior offenses and arrests to get their records sealed so that they are no longer visible to the general public. Born and raised in the District of Columbia, Shawn has devoted his entire legal career to the practice of criminal defense. During law school, Shawn completed a clerkship with the trial division of the highly respected Public Defender Service for the District of Columbia, where he worked on a range of cases that included allegations of sexual assault, drug crimes, and gun charges. He also clerked with the Georgia Public Defender Standards Council and the Georgia Capital Defender. Shawn received his juris doctor from Emory University School of Law, and his bachelor’s degree from The George Washington University, where he graduated with honors. After graduating, he worked in the Murder Division at the Clark County Public Defender’s Office in Las Vegas, Nevada. His reputation as a knowledgeable criminal defense attorney with an impressive record for success provides him with a distinct advantage when defending clients in the DC court system. He commands mutual respect from both prosecutors and judges, and is highly regarded by colleagues in the realm of criminal defense. He handles a variety of cases in both the D.C. Superior and Federal District Courts, where he has been practicing for over 10 years. These include DUI offenses, ranging from misdemeanor to felony charges, and drug possession charges, both for personal use and for those accused of possession with the intent to distribute or sell certain drugs. He has extensive experience in defending clients charged with marijuana possession in DC, including college students and minors who are found in possession of drugs or alcohol. Among the many criminal offenses he has successfully litigated are charges of assault, from simple assault to aggravated assault; domestic violence; weapons violations; theft-related charges, including burglary and robbery; and prostitution and solicitation. Shawn is also a D.C. Bar Landlord Tenant Pro Bono attorney. In his spare time, Shawn enjoys drumming and spicy food, and is a vintage necktie enthusiast. He lives in Northeast DC with his wife and hound dog.