Named Top Attorney 2024 by Arlington Magazine
This recognition is a testament to Mr. Sheldon's expertise and commitment to his clients.
Criminal Appeals and Post-Conviction
In State and Federal courts Mr. Sheldon’s appellate litigation experience is virtually unmatched across Virginia.
Habeas Corpus
Mr. Sheldon is the author of the only treatise on habeas corpus and post-conviction remedies in Virginia.
Pardon and Parole
Mr. Sheldon has won simple and conditional pardons, geriatric release, commutations, and juvenile and fishback parole for his clients.
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Virginia Post-Conviction
Jon Sheldon - Criminal Defense Attorney

The Virginia post-conviction firm, Jon Sheldon, handles criminal appeals and post-conviction cases throughout Virginia and nationwide. Our expertise includes complex criminal appeals as well as any possible way of overturning a conviction, gaining release from prison, reducing a sentence or changing a conviction to avoid collateral consequences, such as immigration consequences. We have been successful via virtually every procedure available including: emergency medical release, parole, juvenile parole, Fishback parole, geriatric release, motion to vacate, motion to modify sentence, coram nobis, habeas corpus, independent action under § 8.01-428(D), writ of innocence, expungement, simple pardon, conditional pardon, and clemency as well as more creative methods primarily in immigration related cases.

We have earned a reputation for a tireless, innovative and client-centered approach to our cases. We are passionate about our work and believe it is our responsibility to do all we can as advocates for our clients. Your case is no exception. The firm has considerable experience defending persons charged with a wide range of crimes including white collar and fraud offenses, serious violent offenses, serious narcotics offenses, felony assault and sexual assault. 

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Any consultation can be in-person, however Zoom video conference is preferred. If the client is incarcerated, then Mr. Sheldon does the consultation by video conference or telephone directly with the client.

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