Sher and Cummings

I was referred to the Sher, Cummings and Ellis Law Firm from my boss, who recommended them highly. I was arrested for DUI on the morning of Christmas. Anyone who needs compassionate, brilliant and super professional help should call the Sher, Cummings and Ellis Law Firm. Don’t waste anymore time looking for another attorney. If you have stumbled across Mark in your search, call him now for a consultation. You will not find a better option. Not only is he extremely smart and resourceful, but has a profound understanding of the in’s and out’s of the legal system.
They were much more accommodating with my busy schedule and made it easy to keep in touch with my attorney and to stay informed about my case. Mark handled my case with the utmost discretion and compassion. He really listened to my concerns. He put me at ease about my situation instead of pre-​judging me or my case. Mark is a very knowledgeable attorney, and he took the time to conduct additional research to ensure that he had a good understanding of how to defend me. He skillfully negotiated with the Commonwealth. Mark Cummings of the awesome Sher, Cummings and Ellis Law Firm were able to get my charges reduced. They were able to get my charge reduced from a DUI to a wet reckless so I was through the roof happy when I heard that news.
Simply put Mark Cummings is by far the best and anyone who is in similar trouble could not find more caring, kind and amazingly competent attorney!
Thank you, thank you, thank you!

I went to Sher & Cummings 2 years ago for help with an insurance issue. They were recommended by another local lawyer who knows hte local scene well and does not handle the kind of matter I had.
Mr. Sher was very reasonable and helpful in reaching a good negotiated outcome with the insurance company. He and his partner are sensible, attentive, and they do not run the meter. I appreciate that.

I went to Cummings & Sher for the defense of a misdemeanor. Not only did Mr. Cummings fail to prepare a defense for me in court, he charged me over 12K in research that was not performed. Primarily, the charges were for meetings that led me to believe he was preparing for a case. He also charged me $ 1500 for an investigator who did nothing other than come to the meetings and advise Mr. Cummings; he certainly did not do an ounce of investigating.
The end result was that due to a total lack of preparation, I had no way of defending myself in court. As I believe he was aware of this considering he had done very little to prepare, he encouraged me to take a plea for another crime that as it turns out, I didn’t commit either. He led me to believe I was guilty of the second crime in order to get me to take the plea. He also failed to be entirely honest about the plea he wanted me to take on several other points.
Given I did not understand my plea, I spent the next 3 days researching what I had pleaded to and requested my plea be withdrawn. He refused to do so, stating that I could not withdraw my plea; also flatly untrue. Legally one is allowed to request to withdraw a plea until judgement– which means if one takes a deferred adjudication, the time period is one year.
Mark should have known these laws, should have been prepared for my case, and should have done as I had asked given I was his client, especially considering him I paying him an exorbitant amount to defend me on a petty misdemeanor.
I do not recommend this lawyer.

Fall 2013 I was pulled over by Virginia police for a traffic violation. Problem for me was that I had done nothing wrong, in fact I had successfully avoided being part of an accident, only to be rewarded with a ticket. The officer did not want to discuss the issue at all, and dismissed my suggestion that I was not at fault.
So, I knew I needed help, I needed a professional to help me sort out my case and make certain I would not be held responsible, and more importantly I would not end up with higher insurance rates because of a wrongful ticket.
I found Attorney Mark Cummings at Sher, Cummings and Ellis and he agreed to see me right away. He immediately documented the entire incident and set out to clear my name and defend me in court.
When you need legal help, you definitely want someone who knows the law and Mr. Cummings does, but it also helps to have someone seasoned enough to know the players at the Court House and how to get things done. At court it was agreed I was not at fault and I received a very satisfactory verdict.
I am confident my very positive outcome would not have been possible without the expertise of Mark Cummings. When you need help with traffic violations I encourage you to contact this firm. I am glad I did!

Did you get yourself into a little pickle?
These guys can help.
After receiving my very first speeding ticket, I realized it was a whopper. A double whopper with cheese. Virginia cheese.
Luckily, one of my best friends and mentor told me that I should speak with Mr. Sher immediately. His firm has represented a number of his friends and colleagues over the years and had helped them out a great deal.
Not only is Mr. Sher and his team direct and straight forward, but they are also extremely down to earth and professional as well. Communication was flawless and responsiveness was top notch. Really important for an anxious client!
Things worked out just about as well as they could and I really need to thank the folks at Sher and Cumming for that!