Lauren Emily Kollecas

Lauren Emily Kollecas

4.8
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 12 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Silver Spring, MD
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family

804 Pershing Drive, Suite 5, Silver Spring, MD

About Lauren

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Family 50%

family

13 years

50%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 275-300 per hour

Contingency

25%-40%

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New Mexico for 10 years

State: New Mexico

Acquired: 2015

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Maryland for 12 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 2013

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Azari Law LLC

804 Pershing Drive, Suite 5, Silver Spring, MD, 20910

Azari Law LLC

304 Montgomery Street, Laurel, MD, 20707

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Lauren Emily Kollecas's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

20 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Posted by Chris | May 17, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Detail-Oriented, Straightforward, Dedicated

Ms. Kollecas helped me out of a deep hole that I was in. She worked through some of the toughest State Attorneys & Judges, and still managed to get me ZERO points with Probation Upon Judgment on my speeding citation (alleged triple digit speeds) Ms. Kollecas was assigned to my appeal for my first... court's ruling. She stayed with me the whole time while we sorted everything out. She spent her time helping me weigh my options and also prepare our case for worst case scenario (trial). In the end she was able to make a deal with the State's Attorney from 5 points to 2 points with a pled down speed from triple digits to 84mph. She then was able to convince the judge to grant me Probation Upon Judgment (zero points) with $150 fee. Great Defense Attorney, great person. Please do yourself a favor and do everything she asks you in a timely manner, it will only benefit you more.

Posted by anonymous | July 28, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Ms. Kollecas Delivers

I hired Ms. Kollecas to handle a traffic violation on my behalf. I was found "not guilty" on all counts. Nothing speaks louder than that. I am very happy with the service provided.

Posted by Edward | June 01, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Outstanding Legal Representation

I went to Lauren with a severe speeding ticket and reckless driving charge. The points alone could have suspended my license and my insurance would have gone through the roof. Realistically I didn't have a defense, I was hoping I could get at least a reduction in points. Lauren pulled off a not-guilt...y verdict on all my citations. No points, no fees, no court costs. I didn't even have to take the day off of work. If I ever need another lawyer, she is on the very top of my list.

Posted by Lauren | April 29, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Absolutely Vicious

Lauren was not playing around. On my behalf she went after the state with the wild fury of a berserker of old and got me out of my little old mess 100% unscathed. It was just a traffic issue, but still worrisome enough to hire a lawyer and I am so very happy I did. She was knowledgeable, compassionat...e, and understanding of my particular issues. I cannot recommend her enough. If you're reading this, thanks a ton, Lauren!

Posted by Bruce | October 25, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Excellent Results

Ms. Kollecas defended a family member who was looking at multiple traffic citations which, if convicted woud have resulted in the revocation of a driver's license. Her fee was reasonable, she kept us informed as the case developed, and ultimately gained dismissal of all charges. We were very pleased ...with her honest assessment of our chances, her accessibility when we had questions, and of course, with the results!

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Lauren Emily Kollecas's Lawyer Endorsements

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Alexander Fernandez

Divorce and separation lawyer | Sep 19

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Great working with Lauren. She is very knowledgeable and at the same time friendly. It was a pleasure working against someone this bright."

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Omid Azari

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Kollecas is driven and determined to achieve the best results for her clients. She clearly knows her way around courtrooms."

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Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Honors

2020

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2019

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2018

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2010

Faculty Merit Scholarship, The Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Associate Attorney, Azari Law LLC

2015 - 2016

Associate Trial Attorney,, Fifth/Third Judicial District Attorney’s Office, Carlsbad, NM and Las Cruces, NM

2013 - 2015

Associate Attorney, Law Offices of Matt Simmons

2012 - 2012

Law Clerk, Office of the Public Defender, Rockville, MD

2011 - 2011

Law Clerk, Ashcraft & Gerel, LLP

2008 - 2008

Law Clerk, Law Office of Patrick J. Christmas and Associates

Associations

Maryland Criminal Defense Attorneys' Association

Member

United States District Court of Maryland

Admitted

New Mexico State Bar

Member

Maryland State Bar Association

Member

Education

2013

Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2010

University of Maryland, College Park

BA in Russian History

Languages

Spanish

Farsi

Russian

English

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