Community-voted honor recognizes the Charlottesville criminal defense firm's service, advocacy and longstanding commitment to clients across Central Virginia.

CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA / ACCESS Newswire / August 6, 2026 / La Fratta Law, PLLC, has been named the Gold winner in the Criminal Law category of the 2026 Charlottesville's Finest awards. The annual awards program recognizes outstanding local businesses, organizations, and service providers, with winners selected through nominations and votes cast by members of the Charlottesville community.

"This one means a lot because it came from people in the community," founder Michael La Fratta said. "I've tried to build a firm that gives people straight answers, keeps them informed, and is ready to go to court when that is what the case calls for. I'm grateful to everyone who voted and to the clients who have trusted me during some of the hardest moments of their lives."

La Fratta has practiced law in Virginia since 2011 and has handled thousands of criminal and traffic cases across the Commonwealth. His experience includes bench and jury trials involving matters ranging from traffic infractions to serious felony charges.

La Fratta Law, PLLC, is a Charlottesville-based criminal defense firm representing clients in misdemeanor and felony cases, DUI and DWI matters, reckless driving and other traffic offenses, expungements, protective orders and related matters across Central Virginia.

To learn more about La Fratta Law, PLLC, its attorneys and the legal services it provides, visit https://www.lafrattalaw.com/.

About La Fratta Law, PLLC
La Fratta Law, PLLC, is a Charlottesville -based criminal defense firm representing clients across Virginia in misdemeanor and felony cases, DUI and DWI matters, reckless driving and other traffic offenses, expungements, protective orders, and related matters. The firm emphasizes direct communication, practical case evaluation, careful preparation, and courtroom readiness.

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La Fratta Law
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SOURCE: La Fratta Law