Mikhail N. Lopez

Mikhail "Misha" Lopez has over 10 years of experience in criminal and civil litigation in Northern Virginia. Misha has handled a variety of cases over his career that have ranged in severity and complexity across a broad span of legal issues. However, his focus has always been criminal defense and family law litigation. Misha's criminal case experience ranges from minor traffic matters to complex misdemeanor and felony cases. He has also handled a variety of simple and complex custody, support, and equitable distribution issues. Misha's experience in and out of court means your interest will be fought for and protected regardless of the type of case. Knowing the law and the rules of court and having the experience to develop strategies for a case are just half of the equation. Preparation, attention to detail, and dedication to each client's case are just as important as knowing the law and what to do in court. Misha devotes the time necessary to each client's case to present the best case possible to the opposing party or counsel, judge, or other neutral. Misha works hard for every client to provide them the best outcome under the circumstances. He does not back down from a challenge and will explore creative solutions to your issues whenever necessary. If you need a hard-working, dedicated attorney to represent your legal interests, contact Misha Lopez now. Awards and Honors Super Lawyers® Selectees Mikhail N. Lopez included in a Super Lawyers® list Honors Virginia Super Lawyers, 2025 Super Lawyers; Virginia Rising Star, 2016 - 2024 Other Sources of Feedback About Mikhail N. Lopez Included on the 2026Virginia Super Lawyers list Past Lists 2025 Virginia Super Lawyers list 2024 Virginia Super Lawyers list 2023 Washington DC Super Lawyers list 2022 Washington DC Super Lawyers list 2021 Washington DC Super Lawyers list 2020 Washington DC Super Lawyers list 2019 Washington DC Super Lawyers list 2018 Washington DC Super Lawyers list 2017 Washington DC Super Lawyers list 2016 Washington DC Super Lawyers list

• Presenter, Microsoft for Lawyers CLE, 2015
• Presenter, Basics for Personal Injury CLE, 2016
• Editor – Criminal Law Book, 2017
• Presenter, Marijuana Laws in the DMV CLE, 2018
• Presenter, Marijuana in DC, VA, and MD CLE, 2019

• Virginia, 2012
• Virginia Supreme Court
• Court of Appeals of Virginia
• U.S. District Court Eastern District of Virginia
• U.S. Court of Appeals 4th Circuit

• Fairfax Bar Association, 2012 - Present
• Hispanic Bar Association of Virginia, 2013 - Present
• Hispanic Bar Association of Virginia, 2016 - 2018 (President)
• Hispanic Bar Association of Virginia, 2014 - 2015 (Treasurer)
• Virginia Criminal Defense Lawyers, 2013 - Present