Blanch & Hart, PLLC

Blanch & Hart is proud to be representing the 19th Circuit at the Virginia State Bar’s Council Meeting at the

VSB Annual Meeting kick off!

Gorgeous weather for our June Council Meeting and the Annual Conference!

Come join us to hear Patrick Blanch speak!

Don’t forget to sign up for the Spring CLE!!

Our distinguished speakers include:
1. Judge Mann, Fairfax County Circuit Court
2. Judge Lindner, Fairfax County GDC
3. Patrick Blanch, Blanch & Hart, PLLC
4. Stephanie Smith, Cooper Ginsberg Gray PLLC &
5. Dennis Quinn, Carr Maloney PC

Register today at: https://www.fairfaxbar.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=1634764&group=

We’re proud to be here in the Richmond at the Supreme Court of Virginia listening to all the inspiring speakers at the Pro Bono Summit

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We’re proud to be here in the Richmond at the Supreme Court of Virginia listening to all the inspiring speakers at the Pro Bono Summit

Very happy to please our clients

A complicated, but important issue for our community

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Blanch & Hart, PLLC updated their website address.

Blanch & Hart, PLLC updated their website address.

We’re very proud of the pro Bono work we do in the community

We are always humbled by the great presentations of our peers and the care the Fairfax Bar takes to make every conference a special one

We are proud to have , a member of our firm, present at this year’s FBA annual convention on criminal law legislative updates.

Commemoration of Today’s Juneteenth Holiday, June 19, 2020

A restatement of our thoughts and commemoration of Juneteenth. Glad to recognize it not only as a state, but federal holiday. It is an important step towards education. We can all always strive to do better.

Commemoration of Today’s Juneteenth Holiday, June 19, 2020 Here at Zinicola Blanch Overand & Hart PLLC we want to take a moment to acknowledge the historical importance of today, June 19, 2020. As I am sure you are all aware, the Governor has announced Friday, Juneteenth (June 19) as a statewide holiday

is proud to represent ZBOH in her new role as an elected member of the Virginia State Bar Council for her first Annual Meeting in her newly elected role. We are privileged to dedicate our time to ensure the Bar ethically represents the community.

After Black driver is handcuffed and arrested, Va. prosecutor says she never should have been pulled over

After Brooks’s attorney, Patrick M. Blanch, provided the video to prosecutors, Fairfax Commonwealth’s Attorney Steve Descano dismissed all charges and called for state police to conduct an internal investigation. In a letter to police, he said “the stop was without proper legal basis,” given the recent change in the law, and the “dashcam footage does not provide a factual basis to support the warrants.”

https://www.washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/2021/05/10/virginia-trooper-arrest-video/

After Black driver is handcuffed and arrested, Va. prosecutor says she never should have been pulled over A Black Defense Department employee who was hesitant to get out of her car at 2 a.m. was pulled from the car by police, then charged with resisting arrest and eluding police. After prosecutors watched the video, all charges were dropped.

We are pleased to announce one of our partners, , has been elected to serve her first term as Virginia State Bar Council for the 19th Circuit. We know she will be a welcome addition. As a firm, we are proud to give back to our professional community.

We love hearing feedback from our clients!!

Ms. Hart is honored to once again be chosen as a Client Champion by Martin-Hubbell for 2021. We are privileged to serve our clients. For more information about her as an attorney please check out her full profile here: https://www.martindale.com/attorney/carly-jehlen-jehlen-hart-157909927/

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Northam: ‘We are going to move forward with legalizing ma*****na in Virginia’ - Virginia Mercury

Northam: ‘We are going to move forward with legalizing ma*****na in Virginia’ - Virginia Mercury Gov. Ralph Northam said Monday he plans to introduce legislation legalizing ma*****na when the General Assembly convenes in January, setting the state on a path to become the first in the South to allow recreational use of the drug. “We are going to move forward with legalizing ma*****na in Virgin...

Virginia lawmakers move to ban police searches based on the smell of ma*****na - Virginia Mercury

Take a look at this article from the Virginia Mercury. If you have a pending case and you believe there may be a search issue, send us a message or give us a call at (703) 934-8580

Virginia lawmakers move to ban police searches based on the smell of ma*****na - Virginia Mercury Todd Zinicola is pretty sure it’s the only time someone has smoked a Black & Mild cigar in a Virginia courtroom at the request of a judge. He was defending a client in Fairfax who police searched after saying they smelled ma*****na during a routine traffic stop. But Zinicola argued in court that i...

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Improved DWI restricted licenses available in Virginia as of July 1, 2020

Our new blog post about the changes in DWI restrictions after July 1, 2020:
https://zbohlaw.com/improved-dwi-restricted-licenses-available-in-virginia-as-of-july-1-2020/

Improved DWI restricted licenses available in Virginia as of July 1, 2020 Patrick Blanch / July 10, 2020 Improved DWI restricted licenses available in Virginia as of July 1, 2020   In Virginia, every first offense DWI conviction carries a mandatory one year driver’s license suspension. Restricted licenses have been available, but required an ignition interlock and only...

Child Custody Considerations During COVID19

Feel free to check out the new blog post about child custody considerations in today's environment.

https://zbohlaw.com/child-custody-considerations-during-covid19/

Child Custody Considerations During COVID19 information about Child Custody and Visitation Orders during the pandemic known as COVID19

Commemoration of Today’s Juneteenth Holiday, June 19, 2020

Click below to see our firm's statement on today's commemorative holiday. We welcome any feedback of what we can do as a business to reflect, learn, and change our community for the better.

"Here at Zinicola Blanch Overand & Hart PLLC we want to take a moment to acknowledge the historical importance of today, June 19, 2020. As I am sure you are all aware, the Governor has announced Friday, Juneteenth (June 19) as a statewide holiday."

Commemoration of Today’s Juneteenth Holiday, June 19, 2020 Here at Zinicola Blanch Overand & Hart PLLC we want to take a moment to acknowledge the historical importance of today, June 19, 2020. As I am sure you are all aware, the Governor has announced Friday, Juneteenth (June 19) as a statewide holiday

Virginia’s ma*****na decrim bill – what does it mean for you?

As always, the best option is to speak directly with an attorney. We are available at 703-934-8580 or at [email protected]

Virginia’s ma*****na decrim bill – what does it mean for you? Todd Zinicola / May 8, 2020 Virginia’s ma*****na decrim bill – what does it mean for you? As you may have heard, in 2020 Virginia passed a bill decriminalizing the simple possession of ma*****na. There are a lot of questions about this we have already been asked, and we like to keep our clients ...

Virginia Gov. Northam signs ma*****na decriminalization bill

Virginia Governor signs Decriminalization of Ma*****na Bill. What does this mean for you if you already have a charge? Give us a call and we’ll talk you through your next steps! This is a good first step towards legalization but the fight isn’t over yet.

https://www.fox5dc.com/news/virginia-gov-northam-signs-ma*****na-decriminalization-bill

Virginia Gov. Northam signs ma*****na decriminalization bill Virginia Gov. Northam signs ma*****na decriminalization bill Published 1 day ago Virginia FOX 5 DC Facebook Twitter Print Email article A file image shows a man smoking a joint during a march demanding the legalization of ma*****na in Sao Paulo, Brazil, on June 1, 2019. (Photo credit: MIGUEL SCHINCA...

General District Court COVID-19 Policies | General District Court

Its important to stay up to date if you have a court case pending. Make sure you check your local courts or contact a local attorney to find out the status of your case as they are ever-changing, and are all treated separately:
https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/generaldistrict/coronavirus-faqs

General District Court COVID-19 Policies | General District Court Fairfax County, Virginia - Frequently Asked Questions - General District Court & Coronavirus

Having My Day in Court: Dramatic First Day Under New Fairfax Commonwealth’s Attorney

Happy to help where we can!

Having My Day in Court: Dramatic First Day Under New Fairfax Commonwealth’s Attorney First off, let me say that every single person in Virginia should spend one day in a criminal court and see what the criminal "justice" system looks like. If you come away dry-eyed, you're stronger th

ZBOH is proud to support Autism Speaks!

Thank you to all our gracious Fairfax 5k sponsors for your incredible support! You are all an important part of our community and we hope that you will continue to join us at events in the future!

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Community Service Resources in Northern Virginia

We are often asked about good places to perform community service while a court date is pending. If you are in that situation, or if you are just interested in helping the community, check out the link below

Community Service Resources in Northern Virginia adminZBO / October 30, 2018Community Service Resources in Northern Virginia Local churches, libraries, secondhand stores, and other non-profit organizations are generally good places to look for service hours. Below is a list of organizations by location. Fairfax County Fairfax County Public Librari...

Happy Holidays from our family to yours!

Congrats to Patrick Blanch, winner of this year's James Keith Public Service Award, presented by the Fairfax Bar Association. Great job Patrick!

Are you eligible for an expungement in Virginia?

We get a lot of questions about expungements. If you need help with one, or aren't sure about your options, give us a call at 703-934-8580

Are you eligible for an expungement in Virginia? In the Internet age, it is more important than ever to make sure that your reputation stays as spotless as possible. Employers and providers of education, credit, and housing regularly background c…

Lawyer and Attorney Ratings : Find Rated Lawyers and Attorneys at Super Lawyers

ZBO is excited to announce that two of our law partners were named to the 2017 Virginia Rising Stars and Super Lawyers list for criminal defense in Fairfax. Partner Patrick Blanch was recognized as a "super lawyer" and partner Todd Zinicola was recognized as a "rising star" for the second time. Congrats to Patrick and Todd!

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Zinicola, Blanch & Overand has branched out. Attorney Sarah Bruns has been with the practice for over 5 years and in addition to criminal defense she offers family law services in Northern Virginia. Sarah is primarily based out of our Leesburg office and can be reached by calling 703-934-8580.

We have made some exciting changes at Zinicola, Blanch & Overand (formerly Elders, Zinicola & Blanch).

In March the firm added a new partner, Jeff Overand. Jeff brings with him 15 years of experience in criminal defense. In July Andy Elders, one of our original firm partners, accepted a position to serve as the Deputy Public Defender for Fairfax County. Andy will be missed but we wish him the best of luck with his new challenge.

During the last few months we have updated our office and are excited about ZBO's future. As always, we are ready and able to assist you with your criminal defense needs.

Never Speed In Virginia: Lessons From My Three Days In Jail

Never Speed In Virginia: Lessons From My Three Days In Jail You never really get a good night's sleep in jail. In the middle of my second night inside, I woke up on the uncomfortable plastic mat in my cell, my neck and back aching. I looked down at my orange jail scrubs and up at the buzzing fluorescent light and thought, "I am here because I drove too fast…

Patrick Blanch’s Reviews - Fairfax, VA Attorney - Avvo.com

Patrick Blanch’s Reviews - Fairfax, VA Attorney - Avvo.com Fairfax, VA attorney Patrick Blanch - read reviews from former clients.

Todd Zinicola’s Reviews - Fairfax, VA Attorney - Avvo.com

Todd Zinicola’s Reviews - Fairfax, VA Attorney - Avvo.com Fairfax, VA attorney Todd Zinicola - read reviews from former clients.