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Luke S Rioux
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Biography
I am a Portland Maine Criminal Defense Attorney. I handle all criminal cases before Maine's state and Federal courts. I frequently defend OUI, DUI Operating Under the Influence, Domestic Violence Assault and other domestic violence offenses, drug possession and trafficking, assault charges, cases involving theft or embezzlement and many other offenses.
Consultations are always free.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
25%
21 years | 1,800 cases
DUI and DWI
20%
21 years | 500 cases
Domestic Violence
20%
21 years | 500 cases
Violent Crime
20%
21 years | 250 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Maine for 20 years
State: Maine
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
Location
Luke S. Rioux
97A Exchange Street #404, Portland, ME, 04101
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Luke S Rioux's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 17 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Ashley | May 6, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent!
Luke was very helpful and friendly from the beginning as well as offering me a sense of security in my case after speaking with over the phone the first time. Everything went very smoothly and he was willing to be flexible with me. Luke was affordable and did exactly what I had hoped for.
Posted by Robert | February 7, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Malpractice
Luke dragged my dui case for years and never checked my dmv records so I ended up serving 2 extra years of a license suspension. Currently working with Maine Bar to get him disbarred.
Posted by anonymous | April 18, 2023 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Was a great help during a difficult time for my daughter
My daughter was in trouble after dating a man that was really bad person. He was a crook trying to make money from stealing and ripping people off instead of honest and hard working. He took advantage of her naïveté and used her for her car, her credit status and her money ie: writing bad checks all ...
Posted by anonymous | September 23, 2022 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great Lawyer for Moving Violations
Mr. Rioux represented me and did a great job & the process was seamless. He had my traffic violation dismissed. I would defiantly recommend him.
Posted by Kaylee | July 24, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Luke is the lawyer you need. No matter what the case may be he will get the job done. Amazing is an understatement. Thanks luke.
Luke is overall the best of the best. His pricing is fair & he comforts you the whole way through. He is very confident in what he does & pays very close attention. From misdemeanor to Class A felonies luke is the great white of sharks. Untouchable. Thank you so much Luke!
Luke S Rioux's Lawyer Endorsements
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"I endorse Attorney Rioux. Luke is diligent, knowledgeable and thoroughly experienced in all aspects of criminal defense, which enable him to achieve great results for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Luke is a very skilled criminal defense attorney. I admire his passion for the law and his dedication to his clients."
"Luke Rioux is a preeminent criminal defense attorney. I would recommend him without hesitation to anyone facing criminal charges in Maine."
"It gives me great pleasure to endorse Portland, Maine criminal defense attorney Luke Rioux (pronounced, "Rio", as he reminds you on his website). Mr. Rioux has vast experience representing Maine residents charged with offenses ranging from DUI/OUI to federal drug trafficking. He practices in both state and federal courts throughout Maine. He is a scholar of federal jurisprudence and delves deep into new appellate and Supreme Court cases and writes extensively on both. In fact, his blogging on criminal law was so extensive and professional, the Portland Press Herald hired him to write for the paper. From his writings it is clear that Mr. Rioux has a deep understanding of the law which serves his clients well in the courtroom. He is an outstanding attorney and the residents of Maine are fortunate to have his services at their ready."
"I endorse this lawyer. Luke is a brilliant and skilled defense attorney in state and federal courts. Maine is lucky to have him! I follow him, read his blogs, and learn from his commentaries on a regular basis on every social media forum I can find. I endorse Luke for knowledge, his skill, and his dedication to the rule of law."
"I endorse this lawyer. Luke Rioux is one of the most skilled, knowledgeable highly qualified Attorneys I know. He his dedicated to providing excellent representation for clients facing DUI and criminal charges. He fights vigorously to protect the constitutional rights of his clients and to defend their charges. He is also one of the best writers of legislative and case summaries that I know. He is a contributor to a well known media outlet. I follow his articles, and share them due to their high quality content and value to the public. I would refer a close friend or family member to him if they need DUI or criminal defense in his area. I endorse and highly recommend Luke S. Rioux, Attorney."
"Attorney Rioux is an accomplished and experienced criminal defense attorney. He is clearly the "go to" guy if you are in need of top tier legal representation."
"Mr. Rioux always demonstrates a thorough knowledge of current changes in criminal law. This knowledge can be the difference between guilty or not guilty in a criminal case. I would recommend Mr. Rioux for anyone in need of a criminal lawyer in Maine."
"Mr. Rioux is a well-respected, experienced criminal defense attorney. I would recommend him without reservation to anyone charged with a crime in Maine. In fact, I wouldn't hesitate to refer friends or family in Maine to Mr. Rioux for assistance. And as a fellow attorney, I mean that as very high praise indeed."
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"I endorse this lawyer. His frequent contributions to Avvo show his thorough knowledge of DUI law."
"I endorse this lawyer. If you ever find yourself facing criminal charges in Maine, call Luke!"
"I'm a big fan of Bull Feeneys and Novare Res in Portland. If I had too much to drink there and found myself in trouble the first guy I would call is Luke. He cares about his clients and is very technologically savvy for a lawyer which can really help his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Luke is an extremely knowledgable attorney. His attention to detail and thoroughness ensure that the rights of his clients are protected and allow him to mount the best possible defense."
"I endorse this lawyer. Luke is an excellent attorney & I would highly recommend him for all types of criminal defense work."
"I endorse this lawyer. Luke is strong advocate for his clients. He is very creative ensuring his clients are aware of every possible avenue in their defense. Luke has strong skills on the courtroom."
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Experience
Honors
2005
Convocation Award for Distinction in Criminal Law Studies, University of Maine School of Law
Work Experience
2008 - Present
Associate, Fairfield & Associates
2006 - 2008
Associate, DeGrinney Law Offices
Associations
2008 - Present
Maine Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Sample of Legal Cases
Hunting Violations
All charges dismissed by judge at trial.
Felony Aggravated Criminal Trespass, Assault, Criminal Threatening
Not Guilty all counts
Felony Assault on a Police Officer, Refusing to Submit to Arrest
Jury Verdict of Not Guilty
Education
2005
University of Maine School of Law
JD
2002
McGill University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2014
MCILS Advanced Criminal Training
Emerging Fourth Amendment issues
2013
MCILS Criminal Law Minimum Standards Training
Bail in Maine
Publications
2014
Portland Press Herald
Harmless Error for the Press Herald
2013
MCILS Criminal Law Minimum Standards Training
Bail in Maine: Understanding, Setting, Violating and Revoking Conditions of Release
2012
Legal Blog
Harmless Error Blog
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
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05 Jun 2015
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16 Nov 2014
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24 May 2014