Argued against a defendant’s denial of his Sixth Amendment right to counsel after the suspension of trial counsel during critical stages of the prosecution in Weatherholt v. Commonwealth.
Represented clients in precedent-establishing case of Shepherd v. Conde, clarifying the powers under the Virginia Property Owners’ Association Act.
In reversing the trial court’s award of attorney’s fees, attorneys of Ashwell & Ashwell, PLLC set aside a six-figure sum that resulted in a net positive award for their client on remand. Chacey v. Garvey set a legal precedent that for attorney’s fees to be recoverable, the general assembly must clearly, precisely and unambiguously declare its intention to do so. This precedent-setting case prompted the Virginia General Assembly to act by clarifying the statute at issue.
Obtained a reversal and dismissal of client’s conviction of contributing to the delinquency of a minor in the Virginia Court of Appeals.
Obtained a dismissal of an injunction and complaint for damages of a trade secrets matter.
Obtained a defense verdict on a six-figure personal injury claim after the conclusion of the plaintiff’s evidence during a motion to strike.
Represented a nonprofit in a multimillion-dollar land acquisition and negotiated with the municipality to ensure that affordable housing remained in place for hundreds of families.
Challenged the government’s unconstitutional search of a litigant’s home and property based on the single click of an internet link, sparking a 100-page dissent and gaining international attention of internet civil liberties groups in United States v. Bosyk.
Represented members of the Foxfield Racing Association, Inc., in resolving a dispute over the future of the races and development of the properties held by the association.
