CHERITA LEWIS

Law Offices of SRIS P.C.

Richmond, Virginia

15+ Years Experience

Licensed in 3 States

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About CHERITA

When facing critical legal challenges, securing representation grounded in significant courtroom experience and strategic insight is paramount. Cherita Lewis, licensed and actively practicing across Virginia, Maryland, and the District of Columbia, provides precisely this level of determined advocacy for individuals navigating traffic, criminal defense, and complex family law matters. With over 15 years of dedicated legal practice, her established record demonstrates a consistent commitment to protecting her clients’ rights and futures. Individuals confronting traffic or criminal charges in Northern Virginia (including Arlington, Alexandria, Clarke, Fairfax, Frederick-Winchester, Loudoun, Rappahannock, Warren) and key Maryland counties (Carroll, Frederick, Howard) gain a distinct advantage with Cherita Lewis. Her foundational experience serving for 2 years as a prosecutor provides an uncommon and invaluable understanding of how the opposing side builds cases and pursues convictions. This firsthand knowledge allows her to meticulously dissect prosecution strategies, identify procedural and evidentiary vulnerabilities, and construct robust, highly customized defense plans. Cherita possesses exceptional communication faculties, honed both in the courtroom and through her prior career, ensuring each client’s position is articulated with clarity and persuasive force during pivotal proceedings. Her objective is always clear: achieving favorable outcomes through diligent preparation and skillful negotiation or litigation. Cherita’s extensive legal background translates seamlessly into effective representation in Virginia and Maryland family law cases. She addresses high-stakes disputes involving divorce, child custody and visitation, support obligations, and property division with a combination of compassionate guidance and unwavering resolve. Drawing upon years of handling intricate legal scenarios and possessing sharp analytical abilities refined during her prior career in journalism at FOX, NBC, and CBS affiliates, Cherita excels at simplifying complex situations. She develops innovative, forward-thinking solutions meticulously designed to safeguard her clients’ parental rights and financial security during difficult life transitions. A graduate of the University of the District of Columbia David A. Clarke School of Law, Cherita’s pre-law foundation as a news reporter cultivated outstanding investigative and communication skills. This enables her to distill complex legal doctrines into understandable terms, empowering clients with clarity and confidence throughout their case. She is a determined problem-solver, committed to identifying and executing the most effective legal strategies tailored to each unique situation. Her professional standing is further evidenced by her active memberships in the Virginia State Bar, Maryland State Bar, and the District of Columbia Bar. Beyond her professional practice, Cherita’s profound commitment to the community - demonstrated through her active involvement in promoting literacy, combating food insecurity with local, national, and international service organizations, and empowering marginalized voices - underscores the integrity and client-focused principles guiding her work. If you require an attorney with significant trial and negotiation experience, deep jurisdictional knowledge across VA, MD, and DC, and unwavering dedication to your cause, contact Cherita Lewis. Schedule a consultation to discuss the specifics of your circumstances and explore the optimal path toward a successful resolution.