Federal Criminal Defense Nationwide

D.C. and federal criminal defense, sentencing, and post-conviction representation grounded in preparation, clear communication, and personal attention.

since 2012

Clients deserve an attorney who is prepared, accessible, responsive, and willing to devote the time necessary to understand both the legal issues and the individual behind the case.

  • 2026 Washington, D.C. Super Lawyers — Criminal Defense
  • Washington, D.C. Rising Stars — 2019, 2020 & 2021

areas of practice

The Law Office of Christopher M. Young, PC provides criminal defense representation to individuals facing serious federal and District of Columbia criminal matters. With a practice extending across federal jurisdictions nationwide, Christopher M. Young represents clients at critical stages of the criminal process—from investigation and prosecution through sentencing and post-conviction proceedings.

Federal Criminal Defense

D.C. Criminal Defense

Federal Post Conviction Relief

Federal Sentencing

federal court experience

Christopher represents clients in federal criminal and post-conviction matters nationwide. Some of the federal jurisdictions in which he has appeared include:

Texas

Northern District

West Virginia

Southern District

Kentucky

Eastern District

Virginia

Eastern District • Western District

New York

Southern District

Maryland

District of Maryland

North Carolina

Western District • Middle District • Eastern District

South Carolina

District of South Carolina

Georgia

Northern District • Southern District

Florida

Southern District

The approach to representation is grounded in preparation, accessibility, diligence, and integrity, with an emphasis on providing each client with individualized attention throughout every stage of the case.

Speak with Christopher about your criminal defense, sentencing, or post-conviction matter.