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Sher, Cummings and Ellis

3.2
4 reviews

3800 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203-1703, U.S.A.

Civil Law, Criminal Litigation, State Courts and 13 more

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About Sher, Cummings and Ellis

Sher, Cummings and Ellis is a law firm established in 1983 with an office in Arlington, VA. At this office location, there are 3 lawyers practicing civil law, criminal litigation, state courts and 13 other areas of law.

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Criminal Law
Posted by anonymous
July 30, 2015
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I was referred to the Sher, Cummings and Ellis Law Firm from my boss, who recommended them highly. I was arrested for DUI on the morning of Christmas. Anyone who needs compassionate, brilliant and super professional help should call the Sher, Cummings and Ellis Law Firm. Don't waste anymore time looking for another attorney. If you have stumbled across Mark in your search, call him now for a consultation. You will not find a better option.

 
Criminal Law
Posted by anonymous
February 20, 2014
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I found Attorney Mark Cummings at Sher, Cummings and Ellis and he agreed to see me right away. He immediately documented the entire incident and set out to clear my name and defend me in court.{para}When you need legal help, you definitely want someone who knows the law and Mr. Cummings does, but it also helps to have someone seasoned enough to know the players at the Court House and how to get things done. At court it was agreed I was not at fault and I received a very satisfactory verdict. Great!

 
Criminal Law
Posted by anonymous
June 18, 2014
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I went to Cummings & Sher for the defense of a misdemeanor. Not only did Mr. Cummings fail to prepare a defense for me in court, he charged exorbitant fees for research, investigation, and preparation that simply weren't performed. He was unfamiliar with the laws pertaining to my case, and gave patently false information about procedure, and misleading information about the relevant laws. The outside legal opinions I have sought concur that I was misrepresented.

 
Personal Injury
Posted by anonymous
January 28, 2013
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The client's rights were not protected by this firm. The firm ignored the client's injuries and caused additional injury to occur due to their lack of representation.

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Areas of Law

  • Civil Practice 1
    • Civil Law
  • Criminal Law 3
    • Criminal Litigation
    • Driving While Intoxicated
    • Traffic Violations
  • White Collar Crime 1
    • White Collar Criminal
  • Medical Malpractice
  • Personal Injury 2
    • Automobile Accidents
    • Wrongful Death
  • Products Liability
  • Litigation 1
    • Employment Related Litigation
  • Wills and Probate 1
    • Wills
  • Trusts and Estates 2
    • Estates
    • Estate Administration
  • Other 2
    • State Courts
    • Legal

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    Payment & Cost Features

    Fixed hourly rates
    Fixed fees available

  • Firm History
    Year Established

    1983

  • Representative Clients

    References: BB&T; Virginia Commerce Bank.

    References: BB&T; Virginia Commerce Bank.

  • Additional Links

    http://www.shercummingsandellis.com

Sher, Cummings and Ellis

3.2
4 reviews

Tower Villas, Suite 73800 North Fairfax DriveArlington, VA 22203-1703U.S.A.

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