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My strategic focus is on legal problem-solving, crisis management, and criminal defense. Contact me directly 24/7 if you are looking for a lawyer who will give you the time and attention your case deserves.
I serve a diverse clientele of professionals, families of college students, and other Ithacans, using experience, knowledge, education, creativity, and technology to provide them with the most effective and efficient defense.
I make myself available to clients most anytime day or night, including weekends. My fees are reasonable and payment plans are available for those who qualify.
I was graduated from Harvard College, received my law degree from Cornell, and have taught at Ithaca College since 2011. I am admitted to practice in New York, and in federal court, at the U.S. District Court of New York, Northern District.
I live in Ithaca, New York, with my partner, a third-grade teacher at Lansing Elementary School, four cats, and a beagle.
Please don't hesitate to contact me if you are looking for a lawyer who will aggressively pursue your case while keeping you informed throughout the process.
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Posted by anonymous | October 18, 2023 | Hired Attorney
I can’t say enough about Luke. He helped my son many times and took care not of only of his legal issues but also made sure to explain everything to us so we can understand the situation. We never felt rushed, he always answered our calls and messages. He is such a compassionate person.
Posted by anonymous | June 8, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Luke stayed with me from the first phone call. Always made me feel at ease. Professional!! Witty and funny.
Posted by Tanya | January 29, 2022 | Hired Attorney
I'm 48 and my husband is a trial lawyer, so I have been inside a lot of court rooms and I've never encountered a lawyer like Mr. Fenchel. I hired him on a very simple matter but watching him interact with his court appointed clients I realized he is a unicorn... a lawyer that genuinely cares wh...
Posted by anonymous | October 19, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Worst experience. STAY AWAY, the good reviews are deceiving. I’ve never had such a horrid experience with a lawyer
Posted by Keith | June 28, 2019 | Hired Attorney
My son was looking at a prison sentence when I first sought help from Atty Luke Fenchel. My son had worked really hard for a very long time in treatment court although not to the satisfaction of the court. Luke worked for an outcome that was better than what treatment court had threatened. He cont...
"I endorse Mr. Fenchel for his extensive knowledge and experience - especially in the field of DWI defense. I can tell by his answers that he is a true professional and a solid defense attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Fenchel's comments on Avvo indicate extensive knowledge in criminal defense law."
"I am a new attorney to the Ithaca area and I sought Luke's counsel on a criminal/university disciplinary matter. Luke was extremely helpful and knowledgeable and answered all of my questions. Based on his advice, I was better able to advise a new client. Luke is very well-respected in the Ithaca legal community. I therefore endorse him."
"I have seen and worked with Luke in and outside of Court. He is a caring attorney who is liked by attorneys and judges alike. He will get excellent results without the grandstanding or unnecessary peacockery commonly seen amongst other criminal attorneys. Therefore, I endorse him."
DUI and DWI lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
DUI and DWI lawyer
DUI and DWI lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
DUI and DWI lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
2015
People's Choice Award, Ithaca Journal
2014
Best of Ithaca (Attorney), first runner-up, Ithaca Times
2011 - Present
Lecturer, Legal Studies, Ithaca College
2013 - 2015
Partner, Holmberg Galbraith, LLP
2011 - 2013
Associate, Holmberg Galbraith Van Houten & Miller
2014 - Present
New York State Defenders AssociationMember
2012 - Present
Tompkins County Bar AssociationNew Member Coordinator
2009 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationMember
Member
Plea to one count of DWI as a misdemeanor, and one count of Moved from Lane Unsafely - sentenced to probation
Dismissed
Third Department, New York Appellate Division, reversed determination of the administrative law judge that petitioner violated conditions of parole
2005
JD - Juris Doctor
1999
AB - Applied Baccalaureate
2015
2015
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