
Buta is a co-Founding Partner of Cerulean Law Group, PC. She brings decades of experience handling criminal defense matters, including DUI cases and serious felony charges. She is licensed to practice law in Virginia, Maryland, and New York and is admitted to appear before the Supreme Court of the United States.
Her deep commitment to community service is reflected in her extensive involvement across Northern Virginia. She serves as a mentor for the Leadership in Law program; participates as a defense attorney, prosecutor, and judge in mock trials for the Northern Virginia Criminal Justice Academy; and regularly speaks to Loudoun County Public Schools students on Law Day. She also serves on the Board of Directors for A Advantage 4 Kids, Inc., a nonprofit supporting children and families throughout Northern Virginia.
As a long-standing member of the Loudoun County Bar Association, Buta served as President during the 2014–2015 term and founded the “Street Law” program, which connected local attorneys with students at the Historic Douglass School in Leesburg to educate them about juvenile rights in employment, criminal law, and civil matters.
Buta’s legal career includes more than a decade of judicial service as a Substitute Judge for the 20th Judicial Circuit of Virginia (2006–2017) and as the Commonwealth’s Attorney for Loudoun County from 2020 to 2023.
She has earned recognition for her skill, experience, and results, including being named one of the Top 100 Trial Attorneys in Virginia, the American Association of Trial Attorneys’ 2019 Litigator of the Year in Criminal Law, and one of the Top 100 DUI Attorneys in Virginia. She is also rated “Superb” by peers and clients on AVVO.com.
Our team of experienced criminal defense attorneys has a proven track record of successfully defending clients against a wide range of criminal charges. We have the knowledge, expertise, and resources necessary to provide you with the best possible defense.
In Virginia, traffic matters such as speeding can quickly escalate into criminal charges, carrying the risk of jail time, fines, license suspension, and a permanent criminal record. We help drivers facing traffic charges and citations throughout Northern Virginia.
We handle each step, analyzing your eligibility, filing your petition, and handling any necessary court representation. With a focus on precision, strategy, and efficiency, we work to help you move forward with clearing your record and renewing your peace of mind.
We create customized wills, trusts, and incapacity plans that reflect your goals, reduce tax exposure, and simplify life for your loved ones. Whether you need a first-time estate plan, advanced trust strategies, or guidance through estate or trust administration, our team provides clear direction at every step.
Whether you are entering a new agreement or revisiting an existing one, our attorneys identify risks, clarify obligations, and ensure enforceability under Virginia law. From business agreements to real estate contracts, we help you move forward with confidence, clarity, and legally enforceable protections.
Cerulean Law Group’s attorneys have built a reputation for delivering results in complex legal matters through thorough preparation, strong advocacy, and strategic, solutions-focused representation tailored to meet each client’s goals. With years of courtroom experience, our team has been recognized among the best attorneys in Northern Virginia. We serve clients in matters involving criminal charges, DUI and traffic infractions, personal injury claims, estate planning, business and real estate litigation, and related legal needs. Schedule a confidential consultation to speak directly with an experienced Northern Virginia attorney about your case.
7 East Market Street, Suite 200
Leesburg, Virginia 20176
Tel: (571) 771-4979
Dir: (571) 771-4999
Fax: (571) 771-4899
Mon 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
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