Gretchen Taylor Pousson Brings Three Decades of Dual-Side Experience to Lead Scrofano Law's Virginia Criminal Defense Practice

Scrofano Law PC has appointed Gretchen Taylor Pousson as head of its Virginia Criminal Defense Practice, bringing over 30 years of trial experience and the rare perspective of having worked extensively on both sides of the courtroom. Based in Fairfax, Virginia, Attorney Pousson represents clients in state and federal courts across Northern Virginia, offering powerful, compassionate advocacy for individuals facing criminal charges.

Attorney Pousson's career began as an Assistant Public Defender in Roanoke, Virginia, where she tried her first murder case just six months after passing the bar. She later served as a prosecutor in Newport News for five years, gaining critical insight into the strategies and priorities of the prosecution. This dual experience provides her with an unparalleled understanding of how both defense and prosecution teams approach cases, allowing her to anticipate opposing arguments and develop more effective defense strategies. Reflecting on her time working for both sides of the courtroom, she told Super Lawyers Magazine, "Sometimes justice means you let someone go or you give them a chance for redemption."

Her deep understanding of the criminal justice system further developed during her seven-year tenure as an Assistant Federal Public Defender in the Eastern District of Virginia, where she handled some of the region's most serious federal cases. This experience earned her a reputation as a fearless, ethical advocate for her clients, particularly in complex federal matters that often carry severe consequences. In 2008, Attorney Pousson opened her own law practice—Taylor Law Company—which she incorporated in 2011, demonstrating her entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to building her own defense practice.

After more than a decade leading her firm, she joined Scrofano Law PC in August 2023 to establish and oversee its Fairfax office, expanding the firm's reach throughout Virginia. She continues to represent clients charged with criminal offenses, as well as individuals seeking expungements, firearm rights restoration, and protective order defense. "Gretchen embodies everything we value at Scrofano Law—relentless advocacy, compassion, and a deep belief in redemption," said Joseph A. Scrofano, founder and principal attorney. "Her leadership in Virginia strengthens our firm's commitment to defending the rights of the accused with skill and integrity."

Attorney Pousson's impact extends beyond individual cases through her educational contributions to the legal community. She has presented on a range of topics before national defense organizations on criminal law and trial advocacy, sharing her expertise with fellow attorneys. Recognized as a Super Lawyer and AVVO Top Attorney, Attorney Pousson is known for her courtroom excellence and personal dedication to every client. As a Founding Member of the DUI Defense Lawyers Association, her cases have spanned from DUI and theft to serious felony and homicide charges—and even animal defense matters, successfully exonerating dogs wrongfully labeled as dangerous.

The appointment represents a significant development in Virginia's legal landscape, as Pousson's unique background offers clients the advantage of understanding prosecution tactics while maintaining a steadfast commitment to defense principles. Former clients describe her as "honorable, ethical, and kind," crediting her with "drastically altering the course of my life simply by doing her job." This combination of extensive trial experience, dual-perspective insight, and compassionate advocacy positions Scrofano Law PC to provide exceptional representation to clients facing criminal charges throughout Northern Virginia.