Ann Thayer
Google Rating
4.9(149 reviews)
- 4101 Chain Bridge Road Suite 106 Fairfax, VA 22030
- +1-703-783-9256
- No email available
About:
Attorney Ann Thayer practices primarily in the areas of DUI, criminal, and traffic defense. She also handles protective orders for both sides and expungements. She has a passion for defense of both juveniles and adults that find themselves in trouble. Ms. Thayer attended Roanoke College in Salem, Virginia where she obtained a bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice in 2000. Attending Widener School of Law in Harrisburg, PA, Ms. Thayer worked with the Prince William County Attorney’s Office and The Air Force Judge Advocate General (JAG) in Warner Robins, GA as an intern before obtaining her Juris Doctorate in 2004. Ms. Thayer founded her own law firm The Law Office of Ann Thayer, PLLC on February 1, 2020. Ms. Thayer is a member of the Virginia State Bar and the Criminal Law Section of the Virginia State Bar, Fairfax County Bar Association and the Criminal Section in Fairfax, Virginia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, and the National College of DUI Defense. She is also a founding member of DUIDLA (Driving Under the Influence Defense Lawyers Association). She serves as co-chair on the Fairfax JDR Court Committee, and is a member of the Fairfax GDC and Circuit Court Committees as well as member of the Circuit Court Technology Subcommittee and Access to Justice Committee. She handles cases in the Counties of Fairfax, Arlington, Loudoun, and Prince William as well as the Cities of Alexandria, Fairfax, Falls Church, Manassas and Manassas Park. She also handles Town of Vienna, Herndon, and Dumfries cases. Ann offers a free evaluation so she can get an understanding of your case, answer your questions, explain your options, and inform you how she can defend your case.
Jurisdiction:Virginia
Practice Area
Immigration Law
Pursues VAWA, U visas, T visas, asylum, and work authorization, separating relief from abusers and protecting survivors from immigration-based threats or control.
Victims’ Rights
Explains survivor rights in criminal cases, including notices, attendance, restitution, privacy, protection orders, and input at bail, plea, sentencing, and post-conviction hearings.
Criminal Law
Guides reporting, evidence, bail conditions, no-contact orders, prosecutions or defenses, and record sealing, centering survivor safety and informed participation across the criminal process.
Family Law
Handles divorce, custody, parenting time, and support with DV-informed safety planning, temporary orders, safe exchanges, discovery protections, and long-term financial stability.
Languages
English
Fees
Free Consultation
Education
J.D.
Awards
Completion of Trial Skills Bootcamp
Mastering Scientfic Evidence DWI
Evidentiary Breath Alcohol Technician
Top 40 Lawyers Under 40
Completion of NHTSA/IACP DWI Seminar
Top 40 Lawyers Under 40
President's Award
Completion of Summer Session
Certificate of Completion Summer Session
Mastering Scientific Ecidence in DWI
Top 40 Lawyers Under 40
Mastering Scientific Evidence DWI
Best Lawyers 2022
Associations
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Admitted to Practice
Reviews
RATED 5.0
Jul 10, 2025via Google
Todd Leonhardt
"I had a problem where a disgruntled ex-girlfriend got mad when I got a restraining order against her and she filed for a counter restraining order as well as bogus assault charges against me months after the fact. I searched for someone in Fairfax County, VA that had experience dealing with personal protective orders and assault charges in the county. Ann Thayer came extremely highly recommended. Ann Thayer's extreme competence and superlative professional network made a painful situation as painless as possible. When the courthouse was closed due to technical difficulties, attorney Thayer knew how to get it moved to the Historic Courthouse so things wouldn't get delayed. Ann was able to work with the prosecutor to get the case dismissed in a timely manner. As a result of choosing Ann Thayer to represent me, all of this legal pain is now behind me. All charges and protective orders have been dropped and I can move on with my life. I hope I won't need an attorney ever again for a situation like this, but god forbid I do I would definitely choose her again."
RATED 5.0
Jul 10, 2025via Google
Sriram C
"Ann is the best Attorney I have had the privilege to ever talk to. I was charged with reckless driving, not for speed but an illegal right on a highway (Route 50?) and wanted representation. I called a few lawyers around fairfax general court and Ann was one of the first ones to call back. She was patient, listened to all the details and to my utter disbelief said - I am happy to represent you but you can do this yourself. She gave me a game plan, but due to some constraints, I was unable to follow through. During my day in court I learnt from the officer that he misunderstood me during the stop but I did not have the evidence to back my side of the story. My fine was reduced but misdemeanor charge still stayed. I spoke with Ann and she asked me to appeal my case and gave me a new plan. She again encouraged me to do it myself since we know all the facts now and ask for continuance if the prosecutor does not reduce my sentence and she can represent me. She is very knowledgeable about the law and very familiar with the court system, she even gave me the email address of the prosecutor for me to email my documents in advance. I was very nervous because of immigration ramifications but she reassured me about that as well. On my day I was able to talk to the prosecutor and the officer ahead of time and showed all the evidence and steps I took to remedy my behavior. The officer agreed it was a misunderstanding and I was able to successfully plead it down to improper driving avoiding a misdemeanor. None of the other lawyers I spoke with were as knowledgeable or encouraging or empathetic as Ann and all this without even representing me. Needless to say she will be the first Attorney to call if I ever need one again."
RATED 5.0
Jun 10, 2025via Google
Summer Mathes
"Had to go to court for the first time and was really nervous, and Ann Thayer made everything much easier to understand and helped me feel more comfortable going through this experience. She was easy to talk to and understand while also clearly knowing exactly what she was doing, and she was adamant in doing whatever she could to help me. Very professional. I ended up not having to pay any fines in the end."
RATED 5.0
May 10, 2025via Google
A.S
"Ann is very thorough having step by step guides to ensure the best solution for her clients. I came in with a reckless misdemeanor ticket and was between a cheaper attorney option and Ann. I felt she was more responsive and informative giving me a sense of comfort. She had a well thought out plan for my situation and was able to show results immediately on my court date bring it down to a traffic ticket and a small fine fee."
RATED 5.0
May 10, 2025via Google
Nick Forster
"I was charged with a DWI and A. Thayer was able to get it reduced to a reckless driving after following her legal advice. She was very nice, kept me up to date, and answered all questions I had. I could not be more grateful!"
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