Damon Christopher Hopkins

Damon Christopher Hopkins

4.6
Rating: 8.3

Licensed for 30 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Erie, PA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, DUI & DWI ... +2 more

333 State Street, Suite 203, Erie, PA

About Damon

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 30%

I spent 8 years as a prosecutor in the Erie County District Attorney's Office. I have handled every kind of criminal case, including death penalty homicides. No case is too big or too small.

31 years | 4,000 cases

30%
Family 30%

Divorce, Custody, Support, & Protection From Abuse cases Collaborative Divorce/Custody/Support

23 years | 2,500 cases

30%
DUI and DWI 25%

Driving while impaired by alcohol, drugs, or prescriptions is an area of the law that is constantly evolving. Don't go it alone. We can help you navigate the system, avoid jail, and try to keep your license.

31 years | 2,500 cases

25%
Juvenile Law 10%

Defense of minors charged with a criminal violation. A bad juvenile record can haunt someone for life. Don't let this happen to your child.

31 years | 1,200 cases

10%
General Practice 5%

I take on numerous civil litigation cases each year, including personal injury and small claims court matters. I am a litigation attorney first and foremost.

23 years | 1,000 cases

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

25%-30%

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 30 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1995

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Hopkins Law Office

333 State Street, Suite 203, Erie, PA, 16507

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Damon Christopher Hopkins's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.6 /5.0

9 Client Reviews

5 star (8)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (1)

Posted by anonymous | July 11, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Not the best lawyer.

Damon was hired to represent my boyfriend and in one year of him being in prison Damon only came to talk with him twice, and never kept in communication with him. Damon also represented the man who died in this case and never told my boyfriend until just a few weeks ago - that is conflict of interest...- Damon put so much doubt into my boyfriends head and never reassured him with anything and told him to just take a plea. We did what was best, got our money back from Damon and hired a new lawyer who has given us now so much hope with this case. So thank you Mr. Hopkins for giving us another chance to hire a new lawyer for this case! I will say though Damon was very flexible and works with payment plans very well for his clients.

Posted by Susan | February 1, 2018 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Help With A Legal Issue

Mr Hopkins provided me free legal advise on a legal matter through a free legal advise site called Avvo. I was extremely stressed out over the matter as I have never been involved in a court matter before. Mr Hopkins provided me with free, unbiased accurate information allowing me peace of mind. I wo...uld recommend Mr Hopkins as he seems to be a fair, experienced lawyer. I am very appreciative of his advise. Thank You

Posted by Irina | August 8, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Damon C. Hopkins is an absolutely fantastic attorney and legal representative.

Damon Law Office handled my divorce. If you are looking for a man that is experienced within his field and passionate about his job then I certainly encourage you not to look any further your help has just arrived. He is a solid lawyer who practices nothing but the best customer service and approacha...ble, extremely professional and pushing relentlessly for the success of our filing. He has always taking the time to make sure I understand the law and the situation without ever talking down to me or making me feel uneducated. Damon gets every detail, he prepares like nothing I have ever seen, he explained to me how we would present the case and helped me through the legal process what make my life much easier. Also, he is a gentleman and a real lawyer who wants to win your case. Very knowledgeable with the law. Very friendly and always gets back to me quickly when I call. They really give 100%! I would highly recommend this law firm!

Damon Hopkins

Replied last August 16, 2017

Thank you Irina, it was my pleasure to represent you.

Posted by jerry | May 12, 2015

the best

He has been with me sense I was 14 years old I'm 27 now and he had my back more then once he is an amazing person and I would recommend him anytime anywhere you will not regret your pick.....

Posted by Juanita | July 11, 2014

Juvenile Case

My son, who was a juvenile at the time, had an altercation with a neighbor who was almost three times his age. My son was charged with three different things because the neighbor did not tell the whole truth. Of course, the detective at the time, heard one side of the story from this neighbor and w...ouldn't even listen to me or my son's father. We even went down to the police station the next day to talk to this detective again and he bascially "blew us off." Needless to say, it was time to find a good lawyer because this neighbor has been a nuisance to others in the neighborhood too. This was the last straw for us!! I looked in the phone book and saw Atty. Damon Hopkins advertisement in the yellow pages. His ad said something in order of if you have a loved one who is in trouble with the law and unjustly accused...this was the lawyer I wanted for my son. I felt like, at the time, reading his advertisement was a sign from God to pick this attoney. My gut instinct was right on. Atty. Hopkins is brilliant! He treated my son like his own. He was respectful to me and my family. Luckily, we have never needed another lawyer since that time, but I would use him again, if needed. He was able to prove that the neighbor had lied about a couple of things and the two worse charges were dropped. My son received a misdomeanor of "disorderly conduct." A small fine was paid and the case was closed. This attorney was our hero!! I would recommend Atty. Damon Hopkins to anybody.

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Damon Christopher Hopkins's Lawyer Endorsements

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Kenneth Bickel

Family lawyer | Oct 23

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked as opposing counsel against Damon on several matters. He is always prepared, aggressive advocate on behalf of his clients. He is always professional and putting his best foot forward in representing his clients. I happily endorse Damon as your attorney in any legal matter."

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Zanita Zacks-Gabriel

Divorce and separation lawyer | Aug 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse and recommend this lawyer. damon is skilled, effective, thorough and compassionate. he does a great job, and is an excellent attorney!"

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James McDonald

Family lawyer | Aug 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Hopkins is a respected member of the legal community in Erie, PA. He is well known for his representative work on behalf of clients in family law matters and criminal defense matters."

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Brian Arrowsmith

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I've found him to be absolutely committed to representing his clients from start to finish."

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Brian Arrowsmith

Criminal defense lawyer

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James McDonald

Litigation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.3 (Excellent)

Honors

2019

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2008

Who's Who, Biltmore

2007

CV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2003

Appreciation Award, Children's Advocacy Center of Erie, PA

1995

Trial Advocacy Award, International Academy of Trial Lawyers

Work Experience

2004 - Present

Attorney, Law Offices of Damon C. Hopkins

2004 - 2006

Guardian Ad Litem Attorney, Erie County

1996 - 2004

Deputy District Attorney, Erie County District Attorney's Office

Associations

1995 - Present

Bar Association of Erie County

Member

1995 - Present

Pennsylvania Bar Association

Member

1995 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2003 - 2004

Erie County IASOP Board

Board Member

1997 - 2003

Inns of Court, Erie/Crawford County PA

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Commonwealth v. Michael Widger

Case Dismissed by Court

Commonwealth v. Baxter

Acquitted

Commonwealth v. Ed Dickens

Acquitted

Commonwealth v. Seifert

Acquitted

Commonwealth v. Eric Jetson Lyons

Found Guilty as Charged

In Re: M.C.

Decertified to Juvenile Court

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Education

1995

Pennsylvania State University, Dickinson School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1992

Allegheny College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2003

Shaken Baby Syndrome

Shaken Baby Prevention

2003

Parents & Children Safety

Keeping Our Children Safe

2003

Legal Documentation Seminar

Legal Documentation in Child Abuse

2003

Child Abuse Reporting Protocol

Child Abuse Reporting

2002

Criminal Law & Procedure

Child Abuse Cases

2002

Child Abuse Seminar

Shaken Baby Prevention

2000

Keep Your Kids Safe

Cyber Crimes & Child Safety

Publications

2008

Child Abuse Reporting Website Legal Principles

Languages

American Sign Language

Activity

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