Jason J. Sawyer

Jason J. Sawyer is an Attorney and Counselor at Law in Burlington, Vermont. Jason focuses on criminal defense, particularly DUI, DWI, and DUID matters. His practice also includes domestic violence defense, expungements, and sealings. He represents people facing charges across Vermont, combining investigation with attention to the circumstances of each case. His approach emphasizes factual preparation and helping clients understand the process ahead.

Jason graduated from The University of Iowa College of Law in 1999. His professional education also includes more than 200 hours of DUI defense instruction through seminars around the country. That continuing training supports his focus on the evidence and scientific issues involved in impaired driving cases. He applies this background when reviewing the facts and developing a defense strategy for an individual client.

Jason has more than 20 years of experience defending DUI and criminal cases, including hundreds of client matters. His work ranges from misdemeanors to serious felonies, and he has handled cases in every Vermont county. He has also been retained by other attorneys as an expert witness in DUI defense for post-conviction relief matters, bringing his focused training to questions about earlier criminal proceedings.

Jason J. Sawyer is a former president of the Vermont Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Jason seeks to understand the person behind a criminal charge and to provide representation grounded in research and the facts of the case. His work includes investigating allegations and pursuing appropriate solutions while keeping clients involved. This combination of focused defense training and statewide courtroom experience informs his representation of people facing difficult criminal matters.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Jason J. Sawyer, Attorney and Counselor at Law, P.L.C.
• Member, Vermont Bar Association (2003-Present)
• President, Vermont Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (2007-2008)
• Member, Criminal Justice Act Panel for the District of Vermont (2004-Present)

Licensed State

• Vermont

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