Criminal Defense Attorney Joseph Scrofano Builds Regional Practice Through Specialized Advocacy

Attorney Joseph A. Scrofano has established a prominent criminal defense practice across Washington D.C., Maryland, and Northern Virginia through extensive litigation experience and specialized advocacy. With more than 1,000 cases handled in D.C. courts and administrative agencies, Scrofano has developed a reputation for dedicated defense of individual rights and due process protections. His firm, Scrofano Law PC, maintains offices in Washington, D.C., Rockville, MD, and Fairfax, VA, serving clients facing various criminal charges from misdemeanors to serious felonies.

Scrofano brings particular expertise to DUI defense through his founding membership in the DUI Defense Lawyers Association and certification from the National Highway & Traffic Safety Administration to conduct Standardized Field Sobriety Tests. This certification represents the same training law enforcement officers receive, enabling Scrofano to challenge DUI cases with precision and credibility that provides clients with significant advantages in these proceedings. His practice extends beyond traditional courtroom work to include representing clients appealing denials and revocations of DC concealed carry permits before the Office of Administrative Hearings.

Professional development has been central to Scrofano's approach, including graduation from the Trial Lawyer's College founded by legendary attorney Gerry Spence and completion of multiple advanced trial advocacy programs. His expertise has led to presentations for the D.C. Bar and national defense organizations on criminal law and trial advocacy. Media outlets including The Washington Post, The Atlantic, and Court TV have featured his insights on criminal justice issues, reflecting his standing within the legal community.

Recognition of Scrofano's work includes being named a Rising Star by Super Lawyers from 2015 through 2022 and achieving Super Lawyer status from 2023 to present. He maintains an AV-Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell, representing the highest level of peer recognition for legal skill and ethical standards. Additional information about his practice can be found at https://scrofanolaw.com.

Known among colleagues as Scruff Justice, Scrofano continues to mentor lawyers nationwide on trial preparation and storytelling while maintaining an active caseload across D.C. Superior Court and the United States District Court for the District of Columbia. His philosophy of fighting every case as if his own freedom were at stake has guided the firm's growth into one of the region's most respected criminal defense practices, consistently demonstrating commitment to defending clients' rights and securing fair outcomes within the criminal justice system.