Schmergel & Mersberger, PLC

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  • Established in 2004
  • Firm Size 4
  • Experienced counsel for Family Law and Criminal & Traffic Defense including divorce, custody/visitation, DWI/DUI, Reckless Driving, child support, alimony, marital agreements, felonies, misdemeanors, and more.

  • Peer Reviews

    4.7/5.0 (48)
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  • Martindale-Hubbell Peer AV Preeminent Rating
  • Gold Client Champion
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About this firm

Schmergel & Mersberger, PLC is a boutique law firm founded by Sean P. Schmergel and Dennis M. Mersberger with the mission of delivering successful, cost-effective legal solutions. The firm is distinguished by its unwavering commitment to providing each client with first-class service in the areas of criminal defense and family law. At Schmergel & Mersberger, PLC, clients benefit from the unique combination of personal attention and best practices legal representation that is both passionate and strategic. The partners’ extensive experience in the Northern Virginia, D.C. and federal court systems ensures creative, forward-thinking advocacy tailored to each individual client. By focusing exclusively on criminal and traffic defense, led by Dennis Mersberger and family law, led by Mr. Schmergel, the firm maintains a high level of proficiency and responsiveness to legal developments in these focused practice areas. Schmergel & Mersberger, PLC treats its clients as members of the community, dedicating the time and resources necessary to achieve excellent and lasting outcomes. This client-centered philosophy forms the foundation of the firm’s enduring reputation for professional excellence and dedicated service.
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Areas of Practice (16)

  • Criminal Defense
  • Drug Crimes
  • DWI
  • Expungements
  • Federal Crimes
  • Protective Orders
  • Traffic Defense
  • Family Law
  • Child Custody and Visitation
  • Divorce
  • High Asset Divorce
  • Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreement and Enforcement
  • Property Division
  • Support (Child and Spousal)
  • Domestic Violence
  • Assault

People (4)

Sean P. Schmergel: Attorney with Schmergel & Mersberger, PLC
Sean P. Schmergel
Managing Partner
4.6
39 Reviews
Arlington, VA

Family Law, Alimony, Divorce, Domestic Relations, Domestic Violence, Child Custody, Visitation, Child Support, Legal Separation Agreements, Marital Property Distribution, Marital Property Law, Marital Property Settlements, Matrimonial Law, Military Divorce, Fathers' Rights, Name Changes, No Fault Divorce, Paternity, Post Divorce Modification, Postnuptial Agreements, Premarital Agreements, Qualified Domestic Relations Orders (QDROs), Restraining/Protective Orders, Spousal Support, Uncontested Divorce, Annulment, Divorce Arbitration, Divorce Mediation, Family Arbitration, Family Mediation, Interstate Support View More

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Dennis M. Mersberger: Attorney with Schmergel & Mersberger, PLC
Dennis M. Mersberger
Partner
4.9
27 Reviews
Arlington, VA

Criminal Law, Assault and Battery, Burglary, Criminal Appeals, Criminal Conspiracy, Criminal Defense, Criminal Fraud, Criminal Investigation, Criminal Prosecution, Drivers License Suspension, Driving While Intoxicated, DUI/DWI, Expungements, Eluding, Federal Criminal Law, Felonies, Forgery, Grand Larceny, Hit and Run, Homicide, Kidnapping, Manslaughter, Misdemeanors, Money Laundering, Murder, Petit Larceny, Probation Violations, Protective Orders, Post-Conviction Remedies, Search and Seizure, Shoplifting, Stalking, Strangulation, Theft, Traffic Violations, Weapons Charges, Wire Fraud, Wiretapping, Extortion, Abduction, Domestic Violence, Sex Crimes View More

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Zachary C. Moore: Attorney with Schmergel & Mersberger, PLC
Zachary C. Moore
Associate
No Reviews
Arlington, VA

Family Law

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Samantha Hargis
Associate
No Reviews
Arlington, VA
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Peer Reviews

4.7/5.0 (48 reviews)

  • Legal Knowledge

    4.7/5.0

  • Analytical Capability

    4.8/5.0

  • Judgment

    4.7/5.0

  • Communication

    4.8/5.0

  • Legal Experience

    4.6/5.0

  • 5.0/5.0 Review for Sean P. Schmergel by a Other on 03/27/24 in Family Mediation

    Mr. Schmergel is a very skilled lawyer with the highest ethical standards. A pleasure to mediate with.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Review for Dennis M. Mersberger by a Member on 12/28/14 in Criminal Defense

    Dennis is an experienced criminal practitioner who aggressively and ethically defends his clients. He always has his clients best interests in mind.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Review for Dennis M. Mersberger by a Partner on 11/20/24 in Criminal Law

    Attorney Dennis Mersberger demonstrates exceptional skill, confidence, and professionalism in criminal law. His deep legal knowledge and strategic approach consistently deliver outstanding results for clients. Whether negotiating or litigating, Denni... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Review for Sean P. Schmergel by a Partner on 03/14/24 in Family Law

    Sean is a premiere family law attorney in Northern Virginia. He is a calming force during stressful times for his clients. His demeanor coupled with his expertise make him an invaluable asset to his clients and colleagues.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Review for Dennis M. Mersberger by a Attorney on 11/28/24 in Criminal Law

    Dennis is an incredible attorney. Handles both Federal and State criminal matters. I have been involved with him on several high profile cases and he had done an excellent job. He is calm, but still a fighter. Great writer. Completely would (and... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Review for Dennis M. Mersberger by a Founder on 11/22/24 in Criminal Law

    Mr. Mersberger is an extremely knowledgable criminal defense attorney. He is an experienced, well-qualified and highly successful litigator. With over 20 years experience, he has handled criminal matters ranging from driving while intoxicated to homi... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Review for Dennis M. Mersberger by a Attorney on 11/22/24 in Criminal Law

    Dennis is an experienced, knowledgeable and tenacious lawyer. He’s known as a lawyer that never backs down from a fight.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Review for Dennis M. Mersberger by a Attorney on 11/22/24 in Criminal Law

    Patient and knowledgeable. Goes out of his way to make sure his clients understand the issues they’re dealing with.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Review for Dennis M. Mersberger by a Attorney on 11/20/24 in Criminal Law

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  • 5.0/5.0 Review for Dennis M. Mersberger by a Managing Partner on 11/20/24 in Criminal Law

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