About
Law Office of Christopher Leibig, founded in 1996 and based in Alexandria, Virginia, is a criminal defense firm serving Northern and Central Virginia and Charlottesville. The firm represents individuals accused of or under investigation for serious crimes in Virginia state and federal courts and accepts misdemeanor matters on a selective basis. Practice areas include criminal trials and negotiations, criminal appeals and post-conviction matters, federal crimes, sex offenses, violent crimes, driving while intoxicated, expungement, and cases involving international or immigration consequences.
Founder Christopher Leibig began his career at the Alexandria Public Defender’s Office (1996–2002) and has practiced exclusively in criminal defense since 2002. He has led and partnered in prominent defense practices and established this firm in 2012. He collaborates with respected defense attorneys statewide and selects co-counsel based on the specific needs of each case. He serves as President-Elect of the Virginia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.
The firm avoids a volume practice and applies a strategic, case-specific approach from investigation through trial and appeal. Its work is regularly covered in regional media, reflecting experience with complex and high-profile matters. Offices are located in Alexandria and Charlottesville.