Case Assignments

Learn about the different units and attorneys handling cases in the Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office, and how cases are assigned to ensure fair and effective prosecution.
Page updated on November 20, 2025 at 2:28 PM
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Bryan L. Porter, Commonwealth's Attorney

The Commonwealth’s Attorney leads a dedicated team of prosecutors, victim-witness advocates, and administrative professionals. His responsibilities include prosecuting homicide cases, issuing legal opinions, responding to police internal affairs matters, presenting cases to the grand jury, and handling expungement requests as well as petitions related to firearm rights restoration. Below is a list of office staff with their respective docket assignments, designations, and areas of expertise.

Cathryn F. Evans, Chief Deputy Commonwealth's Attorney 

Office of the Commonwealth’s Attorney Administration. Substantial Risk Orders; Involuntary Commitment Appeals; Out of State Subpoenas; Writs, Extraditions & Fugitive Actions, Legal Training liaison.

Violent Crimes Unit

David A. Lord, Deputy Commonwealth's Attorney, Violent Crimes Unit Supervisor
PROBATION & PAROLE VIOLATIONS. Alexandria Sheriff's Office Liaison. Search Warrant Project.

Joseph C. Martin, Senior Asst. Commonwealth' s Attorney

FIREARM CRIMES (CEASEFIRE), Unlawful Discharge point of contact for law enforcement. Multi-Jurisdictional Grand Jury (MJGJ) Administrator.

Antwoine L. Coleman Jr., Senior Asst. Commonwealth’s Attorney

ROBBERIES. Crash Team Liaison.

Joseph A. Cahoon, Asst. Commonwealth’s Attorney

WHITE-COLLAR CRIMES, CIRCUIT COURT RESTITUTION DOCKET, Financial Order Review.

Mallory Leopold Needle, Asst. Commonwealth’s Attorney

TRAFFIC MISDEMEANORS, appeals thereof; felonies as assigned. 

Nick M. Griffin, Asst. Commonwealth’s Attorney

TRAFFIC MISDEMEANORS, appeals thereof; felonies as assigned. 

Special Victims Unit

Jessica B. Smith, Deputy Commonwealth's Attorney, Special Victims Unit Supervisor
CASE MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE COORDINATOR (AJIS Replacement), Body Worn Camera Liaison.  Search Warrant Project.

Harsh K. Voruganti, Asst. Commonwealth's Attorney

ADULT SEXUAL ASSAULT & HUMAN TRAFFICKING, SEX OFFENDER REGISTRATION OFFENSES. 

Meghan F. Prieto, Asst. Commonwealth’s Attorney

CRIMES AGAINST CHILDREN.

Ashtyn S. McDaniel, Asst. Commonwealth's Attorney

OFFENSES BY JUVENILES, appeals thereof, Educational Neglect Liaison. 

Taylor A. Meek, Asst. Commonwealth's Attorney

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE OFFENSES, appeals thereof.

Kimberly J. Phillips, Asst. Commonwealth's Attorney

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE OFFENSES, appeals thereof.

Narcotics & Property Crimes Unit

Maana K. Parcham, Deputy Commonwealth's Attorney, Narcotics & Property Crimes Unit Supervisor
ALEXANDRIA RECOVERY COURT (ARC) COORDINATOR; MENTAL HEALTH INITIATIVE SUPERVISOR.

John Mark Mastakas, Asst. Commonwealth’s Attorney

VICE/ NARCOTICS OFFENSES, GANG OFFENSES; Asset Forfeiture. 

Michelle R. Gruber, Asst. Commonwealth’s Attorney

VICE/NARCOTICS OFFENSES , GANG OFFENSES.

Alyssa K. Rumbuc, Asst. Commonwealth’s Attorney

BURGLARIES, CIS Investigated PROPERTY CRIMES; ARSON point of contact for law enforcement. 

Kiley S. Gomez, Asst. Commonwealth’s Attorney

CRIMINAL MISDEMEANORS, appeals thereof, MHI cases & felonies as assigned.

Anthony A. Smith, Asst. Commonwealth’s Attorney

CRIMINAL MISDEMEANORS, appeals thereof, MHI cases & felonies as assigned.

Questions About Your Case?

If you have questions about your case, contact the Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office or our Victim Services team for guidance and support. Our specialized units are here to provide information, answer procedural questions, and connect you with the resources you may need throughout the court process.