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Luke S Rioux

Criminal defense Attorney at Portland, ME

4.7   15 reviews
  • Licensed for 18 years
    State ME
    Acquired 2005
    Status
    Active No misconduct found

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

About Luke

Learn Luke’s areas of practice.

5
Practice areas
  1. Criminal defense
    25%

    18 years, 1,800 cases

  2. DUI and DWI
    20%

    18 years, 500 cases

  3. Domestic violence
    20%

    18 years, 500 cases

  4. Violent crime
    20%

    18 years, 250 cases

  5. Federal crime
    15%

    18 years

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.

 

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Luke S. Rioux
97A Exchange Street #404
Portland, ME, 04101

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Posted by anonymous | April 18, 2023
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired 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 over the place from her account. Because her name was on everything not his she was held responsible as there was no connection paperwork wise to him. He left her in a bad way with all these debtors. Luke Rioux was the best person to get them to understand that she was taken advantage of and to get the amounts owed to them lowered and her restitution lowered or she would have been in more trouble as she might have even had to go to jail for what that guy did to her. We are thankful to Luke for helping her tremendously!
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Posted by anonymous | September 23, 2022
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired 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
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired 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!
Posted by Benjamin | August 17, 2016
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
"Flawless"
Luke is undoubtably at the top of his game. The reason is because while he is extremely attentive and one of the utmost professional, kind, well-rounded and knowledgeable attorneys I could've chosen for my situation. I am fully confident in his ability to listen to what is needed as well as successfully attain goals that other attorneys simply do not come close to reaching. My experience with Luke was a pleasure and I would recommend him as an attorney to my closest friends and family as well as any stranger on the street . Because simply put when the job needs to be done Luke Rioux is your guy. Do not be mistaken! Luke is A+
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Posted by anonymous | January 25, 2016
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| Hired Attorney
Very Good Attorney
Luke represented me and did an excellent job. He had my traffic violation reduced dramatically. I would recommend him to anyone in need of Consul in Maine. He negotiated a very good settlement with the DA and charges were reduced. A very good attorney and a good person. T.S. T.S.
Posted by John | January 17, 2015
Complacency will COST YOU !
The firm Esq. Rioux was with was in the news on a high profile criminal case is why I called him. Defending the little guy on charges from an overzealous police department. I support my Police but have witnessed piled up charges levied to make a couple stick ! NOT RIGHT ! We don't have a perfect Justice system BUT we do have the BEST !! I was tired of paying my present Attorney on a never ending saga of the X filing another "Protection From Abuse" PFA complaint on me whenever she broke nail ! He had no intentions of seeking to dispose of it. I had drilled him to do so. Good for 5K a year for making a few phone calls. All charges had always been dropped. No merit to the complaints. Now the DA wasn't going to drop any more. PLEAD GUILTY ! NO I don't think so. Trial by Jury 10K up front for STARTERS ! Again I said " I don't think so" ! I had paid him 12K to date. He didn't think I would jump. His partner my divorce Esq and Corp. Esq. I retained "LUKE RIOUX" after a sit down and I heard the word BIZARRE used I knew I had found an Attorney thinking like me ! WE WON ! Short and sweet. WE WON ! Now Luke is moving to dispose of the matter once and for all ! No Patty Caking or Milking the Cow ! Isn't that what YOU are looking for in an Attorney ? There's nothing wrong with paying good money for good results ! Luke Rioux was very reasonable with his fees with excellent results. Job well done ESQ RIOUX. Thank you.
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Posted by anonymous | June 26, 2014
No Jail Time
Luke did an excellent job handling my case. With my somewhat extensive driving history, he accomplished more than I thought possible with the prosecutor and most important of all kept me out of jail. He was very respectful and informative. In addition, when I was interviewing attorneys he was actually recommended by someone I interviewed. I would recommend his services to anyone having a run in with the law. Thank You
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Posted by Rob | April 22, 2014
An outstanding job
Luke Rioux with Fairfield & Associates is more than a fair attorney; hi did an outstanding job! Being out of state person, I got a ticket for a double moving violation in the state of Maine. I found Luke with Fairfield & Associates online. Luke explained the process and options I had and made no guaranties. Wow you don’t want to get a traffic violation in the state of Maine! To my surprise Luke got me off both violations. I did not pay hefty fines, no points, no violations, only filing costs, a fraction of what I would be out otherwise. Luke delivered by saving me grievance, time, and money. All with one phone call and a couple of follow-up emails, service worth every penny in my books.
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Posted by Austin | February 28, 2014
Great Lawyer
Was quick, intelligent and a great lawyer all the way around. Was facing 12 years, ended up getting no time and 1 year of probation
Posted by Kyle | February 14, 2014
excellent job. very knowledgeable
Luke did an awesome job with my case! It was my first OUI and it was a completacted situation but he handeled it beautifully. He got the prosecutor to drop the charge. I cannot thank him enough for the work he did and I will forever appreciate it. I can carry on with my career now not having to worry about an OUI on my recored. I would highly recommend him for any case!
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Posted by Katie | February 6, 2014
Great OUI Lawyer
Luke was a lawyer who reviewed my OUI case and ended up working out a plea for me. He excels at his job and I would recommend him to anyone who finds themselves charged with any type of dui.
Posted by anonymous | September 27, 2013
Excellent OUI Defense
I hired Attorney Luke Rioux to represent me after I was arrested for a second OUI. Because of the seriousness of the potential consequences, I did a lot of research on local attorneys in the Portland Maine area, and compared the "free initial consultations" of probably 10 different lawyers. In the end, I chose Luke because (a) he offered his counsel at a very reasonable price, and (b) he came across as genuinely concerned about trying to help me. Luke did an excellent job the entire time and we communicated openly and regularly. In the end, we got the charge reduced to a second "First Offense OUI", which was a result that I was very happy with. I could not recommend Luke Rioux more highly.
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Posted by anonymous | October 31, 2012
Luke Rioux - a Trustworthy lawyer
Luke Rioux was of a great help and my case was resolved just the way I wanted it. Thank you so much !
Posted by anonymous | October 15, 2012
Highly Recommended
Mr. Rioux is a standout amongst his peers! He is completely professional, honest and I felt like he actually cared about my best interests. He did not attempt to bully me into paying for services that I did not need and his rates are completely fair. If you find yourself in need of an attorney, don't be fooled by the high-priced & flashy attorneys out there. I originally opted for one of those and ended up paying 15K for an "expert" that actually ended up hurting me in court. Mr. Rioux never once tried to get more money out of me and he ended up helping me a whole lot in court. You would do well to hire Mr. Rioux!!
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Posted by anonymous | January 8, 2015
Not worth the money
Luke did absolutely nothing for my case. He seemed distracted and uncaring. I should have saved the thousands of dollars I paid him and just represented myself. The outcome would have been the same.
Response from Luke Rioux October 1, 2015
I am very sorry to see these comments and I wish I could have done more for this anonymous client. I try to do my best in every case but, given the mandatory minimum penalties that legislatures have set for some case types, it can sometimes be very hard to change the ultimate outcome. It is my job to research and raise legal and constitutional defenses and to advise my client accordingly. The one thing I can't do is change the facts or circumstances that lead to the charges and that is what often drives the court's decision. I wish things had ended differently for this unknown client. Unfortunately, they didn't. Hiring a lawyer is always a difficult decision and no results are ever guaranteed. All I can do is give my clients a better chance at a favorable outcome; sometimes, no amount of hope and effort can make that a reality. In those cases, none of us walk away happy, all we can do is learn from the experience.
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Cost

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  • Free Consultation 60 minutes
Payment methods
Cash, Check, Credit Card

Resume

AVVO RATING 8.3 (Excellent)

Work Experience

  • Associate
  • Fairfield & Associates
  • 2008 - Present
  • Associate
  • DeGrinney Law Offices
  • 2006 - 2008

Education

  • University of Maine School of Law
  • JD
  • 2005
  • McGill University
  • BA - Bachelor of Arts
  • 2002

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

Associations

  • Maine Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
  • 2008 - Present

Languages Spoken

  • English

Honors and Awards

  • Convocation Award for Distinction in Criminal Law Studies
  • University of Maine School of Law
  • 2005

Publications

Speaking Engagements

  • MCILS Criminal Law Minimum Standards Training
  • Bail in Maine
  • 2013

Attorney endorsements

Received (18)
Given (12)
Endorse Luke
Unknown Attorney | Jul 15
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
Violent crime Attorney | Nov 11
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
Criminal defense Attorney | Sep 23
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"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."
Federal crime Attorney | Sep 11
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"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."
Criminal defense Attorney | Aug 26
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Luke Rioux is a preeminent criminal defense attorney. I would recommend him without hesitation to anyone facing criminal charges in Maine."
Criminal defense Attorney | Aug 25
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"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."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jul 23
Relationship: Friend
"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."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jul 17
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"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."
Criminal defense Attorney | Feb 03
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"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."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jan 18
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"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."
Criminal defense Attorney | Sep 11
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"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."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jul 26
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
DUI and DWI Attorney | May 11
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. His frequent contributions to Avvo show his thorough knowledge of DUI law."
Criminal defense Attorney | Apr 18
Relationship: Other
"I endorse this lawyer. If you ever find yourself facing criminal charges in Maine, call Luke!"
Criminal defense Attorney | Dec 03
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"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."
Criminal defense Attorney | Oct 25
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"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."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jul 26
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Luke is an excellent attorney & I would highly recommend him for all types of criminal defense work."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jun 27
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"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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