Luke Nichols focuses intensely on Virginia Reckless Driving law, Virginia DUI law, and other traffic offenses. With a background in engineering he has naturally gravitated towards study and mastery of the complex technical and forensic issues surrounding Reckless Driving and DUI cases. When he is not working, Luke is an avid fisherman and family man.
Practice areas
Mr. Nichols focuses on reckless driving, speeding, accident, and other traffic cases. Mr. Nichols is the author of several books on Virginia traffic law.
14 years, 500 cases
Luke J. Nichols focuses on traffic based criminal cases including DUI, Driving on a Suspended License, eluding, hit and run. In addition, he has ample experience in many non traffic criminal issues that involve drivers. Such as possession of drugs/weapons, assault, obstruction of justice and many others.
14 years
Mr. Nichols has great technical and trial experience defensing DUI, DWI, and refusal charges in Virginia. Mr. Nichols is a member of National College of DUI Defense and the author of the Virginia DUI Handbook.
14 years
Languages spoken
English, Japanese
Nichols & Green pllc
10615 Judicial Drive, Suite 203
Fairfax, VA, 22030
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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VA | Authorized to Practice Law | 2009 | 10/05/2021 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Virginia Rising Stars | Super Lawyers Magazine | 2015 |
Washington DC Rising Stars | Super Lawyer Magazine | 2015 |
Certificate of Appreciation | US DOJ Immigration Court | 2008 |
None | None | N/A |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Partner | Nichols & Green | 2011 - Present |
Owner | Spectrum Legal Defense | 2009 - Present |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Fairfax County Bar Association | General Member | 2013 - Present |
Prince William County Bar Association | General Member | 2013 - Present |
National College of DUI Defense | General Member | 2011 - Present |
Virginia State Bar | N/A | |
Virginia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | N/A |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Continuing Legal Education Seminar publication | Technical and Legal Anaylsis of LiDAR | 2014 |
Spectrum Publishing | Defending Virginia Property Crimes | 2014 |
Spectrum Publishing | Virginia Drug Crimes Defense Manual | 2013 |
Spectrum Publishing | Driving on a Suspended License in Virginia | 2011 |
Spectrum Publishing | The Virginia Reckless Driving Handbook | 2010 |
Scribbit.com | Sexting: One More Thing for Parents to Worry About | 2010 |
Spectrum Publishing | The Virginia DUI Handbook | 2010 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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George Mason University School of Law | Juris Doctorate | 2009 |
Brigham Young University | B.S. | 2005 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Fairfax Bar Association CLE | Technical Defense of RADAR | 2017 |
FFX Bar Annual DUI CLE | Implied Consent | 2016 |
Fairfax Annual DUI CLE | Substantial Similarity | 2015 |
Fairfax County Bar Association Annual DUI CLE | LiDAR Technical and Legal Issues | 2014 |
Prince William County Bar Association, CLE Committee | Technical and Legal Anaylsis of LiDAR | 2014 |
Alternative House | Legal Perils of Sexting | 2010 |
Case name | Outcome |
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P***** v. Commonwealth | 108 mph in 65 mph zone reduced to speeding ticket |
F****** v. Commonwealth | 150 mph reckless charge reduced to simple speeding ticket in highway safety corridor with $500 fine. No jail, loss of license, or cirminal conviction. |
J****** v. Commonwealth | 116 mph reckless driving got only a fine after a jury trial |
D***** v. Commonwealth | Case Dismissed: Reckless Driving accident case |
K**** v. Commonwealth | Felony eluding charge was dropped and the 120mph in 55 mph zone reckless driving case resulted in just a $500 fine and 6 month lose of license with probation. |
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Jonathan Katz, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 11, 2019
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Luke exemplifies the strength of winning advocacy accompanied by a genuine smile and positive spirit. He is also known as particularly knowledgable about technological challenges in speeding cases.
Ryan Rakness, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 24, 2016
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Luke Nichols gave one of the best legal lectures I have ever heard at the Fairfax DUI seminar. He was organized, thorough and very intelligent. Excellent Attorney.
Jonathan Katz, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 11, 2019
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Luke exemplifies the strength of winning advocacy accompanied by a genuine smile and positive spirit. He is also known as particularly knowledgable about technological challenges in speeding cases.
Ryan Rakness, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 24, 2016
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Luke Nichols gave one of the best legal lectures I have ever heard at the Fairfax DUI seminar. He was organized, thorough and very intelligent. Excellent Attorney.
Jean Humbrecht, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 25, 2016
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I highly endorse Luke Nichols. Mr. Nichols is one of the most knowledgeable, prepared, and helpful attorneys in the Northern Virginia legal community. He always has an innovative way of looking at any case he comes across, whether it is for his own clients or assisting other attorneys. He is the go-to person for DUI and Traffic questions.
James Rice, DUI and DWI Attorney on Dec 22, 2015
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I endorse Luke Nichols. He's great at what he does and generously shares his knowledge with other attorneys.
Paul Mickelsen, Speeding and traffic ticket Attorney on Jun 16, 2015
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Luke thinks unconventionally and works as hard as any lawyer in Virginia; his clients regularly benefit from this. He takes pride in knowing his trade and is constantly looking at novel and creative ways to approach his cases. I have gone to him on several occasions and have been impressed each time with his breadth of knowledge of the technical aspects of traffic law. I highly endorse this lawyer.
Joanne Yi, DUI and DWI Attorney on Apr 21, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Nichols is one of the best traffic and criminal attorneys I know. He is a kind and sincere attorney who does not hesitate to help other attorneys who are in need of assistance or advice.
Jessica Foster, Speeding and traffic ticket Attorney on Jan 30, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer.
Anna Bristle, DUI and DWI Attorney on Sep 17, 2014
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Mr. Nichols' is passionate about his work. He has taken the time to learn the most intimate details of the science that affect his cases. A rare gem.
Jeremy Letnick, DUI and DWI Attorney on Jul 29, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Nichols is very well respected and consistently speaks at seminars aimed at improving the lawyers' understanding of the law. Highy recommended.
Brenton Vincenzes, DUI and DWI Attorney on Apr 24, 2014
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Easily one of the top 20 traffic defense attorneys in my location.
Joshua Wilson, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 13, 2014
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Mr. Nichols loves the law and it shows. An excellent, knowledgable attorney who fights for his clients.
Lysandra Pachuta, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 12, 2014
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Mr. Nichols is a smart and dedicated lawyer. He digs deep into the issues of every case to understand even the most complex concepts and then develop effective defense strategies. He is not afraid to fight the good fight for each and every client.
Alexander Gordon, Speeding and traffic ticket Attorney on Sep 18, 2013
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Mr. Nichols and his partner Garrett Green both practice in Northern Virginia with a focus on traffic and criminal defense matters. Luke's kind and friendly demeanor is effective with clients, judges, and prosecutors. However, he mainly relies upon tireless preparation and research for trial. If negotiations fail, Luke is one of the most prepared lawyers in Northern Virginia and has the skill and experience to prevail at trial. I endorse both lawyers with Nichols and Green.
Cassie Baudean, Unknown Attorney on Sep 6, 2013
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I endorse this lawyer.
David Vyborny, DUI and DWI Attorney on Jun 18, 2013
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Trusted DUI, traffic, and criminal defense attorney in the Fairfax area, I refer cases to him regularly.
Bradley Henson, Unknown Attorney on Apr 5, 2013
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I have worked alongside Mr. Nichols as a defense attorney for last several years. He approaches each case with the attention it deserves and he is always ready to do whatever is necessary to get the best result for his clients. I have seen Mr. Nichols get great results and would recommend him to any potential client.
Sudeep Bose, Unknown Attorney on Nov 6, 2012
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I endorse this lawyer.
John-Paul Gilson, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 19, 2012
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I endorse this lawyer. I saw his work one time in Loudoun GDC and he did an excellent job on a bond hearing for his client.
Mitchell Wells, Speeding and traffic ticket Attorney on Sep 16, 2012
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I endorse this lawyer. I regularly refer traffic cases in the Fairfax, Virginia area to Luke. He is honest, hard working, and knows how to get results for his clients.
Keva McDonald, Criminal defense Attorney on May 16, 2012
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I endorse this lawyer.
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