OVER 22 YEARS TRUSTED EXPERIENCE & PROVEN SUCCESS.
COMPASSIONATE. DETERMINED. CREATIVE.
Washington, D.C. & Maryland Local & Federal Courts
Nationwide Criminal Immigration Consequences Consultation & Remedies
A Trusted Solution. With over 22 years of proven success and expertise, Carrie stands as a trusted solution. Her approach to clients and cases is characterized by creativity, compassion, and personalized strategies, meticulously crafted to suit the unique aspects of each case.
A Compassionate Advocate. At the heart of Carrie Crumbaugh Love’s practice is a deep-seated commitment to her clients. With compassion and empathy, Carrie goes above and beyond to ensure that her clients feel supported and understood throughout every step of their legal journey.
Creative & Innovative Solutions. Carrie thrives on finding creative solutions to challenging and complex legal problems, ensuring that her clients have every opportunity to achieve their goals. Carrie thinks outside the box to find creative solutions that others might overlook. This approach allows her to achieve favorable outcomes even in the most challenging cases.
What We Do.
Criminal Defense.
With over 22 years of demonstrated success and expertise in criminal defense, Carrie has earned a reputation as a skilled advocate. Her approach to criminal defense stands out for its creativity, compassion, and personalized strategies, meticulously tailored to the unique aspects of each case.
From misdemeanors to felonies, Carrie handles cases with an unwavering commitment to compassion, skill, and dedication. As a skilled trial attorney, she boasts a two-decade proven track record of achieving successful outcomes, whether through securing dismissals, negotiating diversion programs, or obtaining favorable trial verdicts.
Our extensive experience spans a wide array of criminal offenses in both local and federal courts in D.C. and Maryland. From fraud and theft-related offenses to assault-related matters, stalking and harassment charges, including domestic violence allegations, and drug and weapons offenses, Carrie has navigated through diverse legal challenges. We also have vast experience handling criminal traffic matters, including DUI, DWI, OWI, hit and run, reckless driving, and driver’s license cases.
Criminal Immigration Consequences Consultation & Relief.
Unlocking Possibilities. Creative Criminal Immigration Solutions: Carrie specializes in navigating the complex intersection of criminal law and immigration consequences. With over 22 years of criminal defense expertise, Carrie Crumbaugh Love is dedicated to crafting creative solutions to mitigate criminal immigration consequences from the trial phase to the appellate and post-conviction phases.
Creative Solutions for Complex Challenges: Navigating the legal landscape of immigration consequences can be daunting. From removal and deportation to inadmissibility and loss of status, the implications of criminal convictions on immigration status are vast. A criminal conviction can lead to the loss of a green card, the inability to naturalize and become a citizen, removal and various other challenges in maintaining lawful immigration status. In the face of such complex and intricate legal hurdles, experience and creativity are paramount. Carrie Crumbaugh Love, with her deep legal acumen and extensive experience, is adept at crafting innovative solutions to mitigate or eliminate these immigration consequences. Her strategic approach involves a deep understanding of the law coupled with creative problem-solving techniques.
Criminal Immigration Advocacy at the Trial Phase: We excel in mitigating criminal immigration consequences at the trial phase through creatively advocating for strategic outcomes. Whether it involves negotiating plea agreements that minimize immigration consequences or crafting defenses that highlight mitigating factors, our goal is always to protect our clients’ rights and interests at every stage of the trial process. With our proactive and strategic advocacy, we strive to achieve the best possible results for those facing criminal immigration challenges.
Appellate & Post-Conviction Relief: Carrie explores all potential post-trial legal avenues including appeals, post-conviction petitions, writ of error coram nobis, vacatur, and other forms of relief to mitigate or eliminate the immigration consequences of your criminal convictions.
Criminal Immigration Consequence Analysis Consultation: Carrie provides comprehensive analyses of criminal immigration consequences and potential remedies. Carrie offers expert guidance and strategic advice to individuals and attorneys in the local and federal courts of the District of Columbia and Maryland and consults nationwide, offering case analysis and strategic guidance on criminal immigration matters.
White Collar Defense & Government Investigations.
In the realm of white-collar defense, we specialize in offering strategic and comprehensive legal counsel to individuals and businesses confronting allegations of fraud, embezzlement, wire fraud, money laundering, theft, tax-related issues, and other financial crimes. Carrie’s proactive and innovative approach, coupled with her unwavering dedication to her clients, empowers her to tailor effective defense strategies to the unique circumstances of each case. Whether you’re facing inquiries from administrative and regulatory agencies, local or federal law enforcement, or federal or state prosecutors, Carrie Crumbaugh Love will deliver diligent representation to protect your rights and navigate the complexities of the investigative and trial process.
Witness, Victim & Child Representation.
Advocating for Witnesses: We understand the critical importance of providing comprehensive legal representation for witnesses and victims involved in criminal investigations, prosecutions, grand jury matters, and trials. From being contacted by law enforcement for questioning to being subpoenaed to testify and/or provide records at the grand jury or trial, Carrie can help you navigate the justice system and protect your rights.
Navigating & Asserting Privileges: Carrie’s extensive experience includes navigating and asserting complex privileges, including, the Fifth Amendment privilege against self-incrimination, spousal immunity, spousal communications privilege, martial privilege, parent-child privilege, but also safeguarding other crucial privileges like attorney-client privilege and doctor-patient privilege. Carrie understands the nuances of privileges and employs tailored strategies to uphold her clients’ rights.
Negotiating Immunity Agreements: Carrie has extensive experience negotiating various types of immunity agreements with local and federal prosecutors and law enforcement agencies. Her deep comprehension of legal intricacies enables her to adeptly navigate the complexities of immunity negotiations, ensuring the protection of her clients’ rights and interests. Carrie is experienced in different types of immunity agreements, including transactional immunity, use immunity, and statutory immunity. With her expertise, Carrie safeguards fair treatment for her clients throughout the legal proceedings. Whether orchestrating immunity agreements, Carrie’s meticulous approach consistently strives for optimal outcomes.
Advocating for Victims: If you are seeking justice as a victim, we are here to guide you with compassion and expertise. With over two decades of experience as a criminal defense attorney, Carrie has extensive experience from the other side that informs her unique and innovative approach to victim representation. Recognizing the complex dynamics and challenges faced by victims within the legal system, Carrie approaches victim representation with a blend of empathy, strategic thinking, and unwavering dedication.
Carrie’s unique approach to victim representation begins with a deep understanding of the emotional and practical needs of her clients. She prioritizes building trust and rapport with victims, creating a safe space where they feel comfortable sharing their experiences and concerns. By fostering open communication and active listening, Carrie ensures that victims feel empowered and supported throughout the legal process.
In addition to providing emotional support, Carrie leverages her extensive legal expertise to advocate effectively for victims’ rights and interests. She meticulously analyzes the details of each case, identifying opportunities to pursue justice and obtain favorable outcomes for her clients. Whether negotiating with prosecutors, advocating for victims’ rights in court, or pursuing alternative forms of resolution, Carrie employs a strategic approach tailored to the unique circumstances of each case. Let us help you navigate the complexities of the legal system and ensure your rights are protected every step of the way.
Advocating for Children: We believe every child deserves a strong advocate in their corner. We understand the importance of providing compassionate and effective legal representation for children involved in the criminal justice system. Whether a child is a witness, victim, or respondent in a juvenile matter, we prioritize their well-being and ensure their rights are protected at every stage of the legal process.
Carrie Crumbaugh Love brings over two decades of experience as a criminal defense attorney, coupled with a deep commitment to advocating for the best interests of children. With firsthand experience representing children throughout the criminal justice system, Carrie understands the unique and sensitive needs of children. Whether guiding a child through the criminal justice system as a witness, seeking justice child victims, or defending children’s rights as a respondents in a juvenile matter, we remain steadfast in our commitment to achieving the best possible outcomes.
As a dedicated advocate for children, Carrie works tirelessly to protect her child clients, ensure their voices are heard and their rights are upheld. Carrie provides personalized attention to each child’s case, tailoring strategies to address their specific needs and circumstances. With compassion, her unique perspective and innovative approach, Carrie navigates the complexities representing children with empathy and expertise.
Carrie recognizes the sensitivity involved in representing children and the enduring impact any involvement with the criminal justice system can have on their lives. Consequently, she emphasizes communication and collaboration with the child, their family, and pertinent stakeholders to craft thorough legal strategies that prioritize the child’s welfare and prospects for the future.
Post-Conviction, Appeals, Record Sealing & Expungement.
Empowering You Beyond Conviction. Facing the consequences of a conviction or a past arrest record can be daunting, but at the Law Offices of Carrie Crumbaugh Love, we believe in second chances. In the face of intricate legal hurdles, experience and creativity are paramount. With Carrie’s deep legal acumen and extensive experience, she is adept at crafting innovative defense strategies to mitigate or eliminate the consequences of criminal convictions. Her strategic approach involves a profound understanding of the law coupled with creative problem-solving techniques.
If you’ve been convicted, arrested or have a criminal record holding you back, we’re here to help you move forward. Our firm specializes in assisting clients attacking and mitigating their prior convictions and arrests. Carrie handles appeals, post-conviction matters, including writs of error coram nobis, and arrest and record sealing and expungement. With our expertise in navigating the legal intricacies of mitigating a prior conviction or arrest record, we’ll work tirelessly to help you achieve a clean slate.
Civil Litigation.
With a steadfast commitment to achieving favorable outcomes, we represent individuals and businesses as both Plaintiffs and Defendants in civil litigation matters across Washington, DC and Maryland. Our comprehensive approach encompasses contract disputes, business disputes, commercial litigation and personal injury matters. Leveraging our extensive negotiation and courtroom experience and dedication to our clients’ best interests, we navigate through the complexities of civil litigation with precision and tenacity. Whether advocating for Plaintiffs seeking justice or defending the rights of Defendants, we bring creativity, compassion, and strategic insight to every case we handle. Trust us to protect your rights and pursue the best possible outcome for your civil litigation matter.
