Ann Thayer

Ann Thayer is a seasoned attorney focusing on DUI, criminal, and traffic defense. Her practice also includes protective orders and expungements, representing both sides. Ann is deeply committed to defending both juveniles and adults who find themselves in legal difficulties.

Ann graduated from Roanoke College in Salem, Virginia, with a bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice in 2000. She earned her Juris Doctorate from Widener School of Law in Harrisburg, PA, in 2004. During her studies, she interned with the Prince William County Attorney’s Office and The Air Force Judge Advocate General (JAG) in Warner Robins, GA.

On February 1, 2020, Ann founded her own firm, The Law Office of Ann Thayer, PLLC. She is an active member of the Virginia State Bar, including its Criminal Law Section, and participates in the Fairfax County Bar Association and its Criminal Section. Her professional affiliations extend to the Virginia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and the National College of DUI Defense. As a founding member of DUIDLA, she is committed to advancing DUI defense practices.

Ann serves as co-chair of the Fairfax JDR Court Committee and is involved with the Fairfax GDC and Circuit Court Committees. She also contributes to the Circuit Court Technology Subcommittee and Access to Justice Committee. Her practice areas include Fairfax, Arlington, Loudoun, and Prince William counties, as well as the cities of Alexandria, Fairfax, Falls Church, Manassas, and Manassas Park, including the towns of Vienna, Herndon, and Dumfries.

Ann offers a free evaluation to understand your case, answer questions, explain options, and outline how she can assist in your defense.