Luke Z. Fenchel

Luke Z. Fenchel

4.8
Rating: 7.4

Licensed for 17 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Ithaca, NY
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket ... +2 more

200 East Buffalo Street, First Floor (Suite 102B), Ithaca, NY

About Luke

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 50 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 17 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2009

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

Holmberg, Galbraith & Miller, LLP

200 East Buffalo Street, First Floor (Suite 102B), Ithaca, NY, 14850

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Luke Z. Fenchel's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

31 Client Reviews

Showing 26 - 30 of 31 reviews

Posted by Bryan | March 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Criminal case review

I was charged with a C Felony and several other criminal offenses and Luke was able to get my case down to a noncriminal violation ticket. This allowed me to move on without having a criminal record, and to escape the scarlet letter of a conviction. Luke guided me through the process step-by-step.Wou...ld recommend to anyone facing a serious legal challenge. Luke's outside the box thinking and seeing all angles of a complicated and challenging situation was an amazing asset not only in dealing with the legal end of my case but also in terms of helpful suggestions in my personal life that I was looking for guidance on. Couldn't ask for anything more from Luke. He goes above and beyond and has done nothing less than an amazing job for me.

Posted by anonymous | March 22, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

The Best!!

Luke is amazing, I was charged with a minor offense. He is always so helpful when we talk on the phone and he's very quick to respond to emails, texts, and calls. He was very understanding of my discomfort towards certain things and worked hard to avoid putting me in a position i was uncomfortable wi...th. Thank you so much Luke!!

Posted by Herebeorht | December 10, 2015 | Criminal Defense

Amazing

I was charged with an e felony and a minimum sentence of 1.5-3 years as I am a predicate felon. The da had no interest in any deals. Luke Fenchel discovered certain irregularities with my case and brought my sentence down to an a misdemeanor and 90 days in jail. Out of my 16 times in jail multiple st...ints with probation, prison, drug court, he is the best lawyer I have ever dealt with. He is the reason I am free and working to this day...

Posted by anonymous | November 27, 2015 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Awesome

I was charged with DUI and had a lot of specific issues with my case. I consulted with who was said to be the best DUI lawyer in town by several people, before speaking with Luke. He then told me what I could expect and said he could guarantee me a reduction to a certain other crime. Then I met L...uke. Luke got me a MUCH better deal than the best DUI guy in town. I honestly think Luke is the best lawyer in the area.

Posted by anonymous | November 17, 2015 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Trustworthy Attorney

I was charged with a Felony DWI in Tompkins County, when I called Luke. He responded immediately, and I immediately trusted him. He answered all of my questions, and even explained the situation to my mother when she had questions. He was came to court prepared, and was aggressive but polite. Ultimat...ely the felony was reduced to a misdemeanor! I didn't have to spend a day in jail!

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Luke Z. Fenchel's Lawyer Endorsements

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Joshua Bannister

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Benjamin Goldman

Criminal defense lawyer | May 08

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Fenchel's comments on Avvo indicate extensive knowledge in criminal defense law."

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Natanya Deweese

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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David Parks

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Experience

Rating:  7.4 (Very Good)

Honors

2015

People's Choice Award, Ithaca Journal

2014

Best of Ithaca (Attorney), first runner-up, Ithaca Times

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Lecturer, Legal Studies, Ithaca College

2013 - 2015

Partner, Holmberg Galbraith, LLP

2011 - 2013

Associate, Holmberg Galbraith Van Houten & Miller

Associations

2014 - Present

New York State Defenders Association

Member

2012 - Present

Tompkins County Bar Association

New Member Coordinator

2009 - Present

New York State Bar Association

Member

National College of DUI Defense

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

P. v. J.M.

Plea to one count of DWI as a misdemeanor, and one count of Moved from Lane Unsafely - sentenced to probation

P. v. A.S.

Dismissed

N.P. v. Andrea W. Evans, as Chair of the Division of Parole

Third Department, New York Appellate Division, reversed determination of the administrative law judge that petitioner violated conditions of parole

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Education

2005

Cornell

JD - Juris Doctor

1999

Harvard College

AB - Applied Baccalaureate

Speaking Engagements

2015

Parents Apart Legal Workshop

Activity

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