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Luke Joseph Nichols
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Biography
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
3
Practice Areas
Speeding and Traffic Ticket
50%
18 years | 500 cases
Criminal Defense
25%
18 years
DUI and DWI
25%
18 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Virginia for 16 years
State: Virginia
Acquired: 2009
No misconduct found
Location
Nichols & Green pllc
10615 Judicial Drive, Suite 203, Fairfax, VA, 22030
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Case Results (154)
Advocacy (82)
Recommendation (56)
Practice Area Knowledge (54)
Professionalism (47)
Communication Style (38)
Cost of Services (33)
General Knowledge (33)
Responsiveness (26)
Character & Conduct (22)
Trustworthiness (10)
Staff & Support (9)
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Free Consultations (5)
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Showing 1 - 5 of 38 reviews | Communication Style
Posted by anonymous | May 09, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
DO NOT HIRE
DO NOT HIRE Mr. Green. My first reckless driving by speed. Mr. Green will give you a lot of false confidence in your first conversation. He will say things like, "I've dealt with these judges and prosecutors for years, I'm sure we can get them to lower the charge." Once you sign and pay $2500 his st...
Posted by Chris | July 10, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Charge reduced
Luke Nichols was my lawyer. He was very straightforward with me and laid out the details of my case, telling me everything I needed to do. He was able to take my reckless driving charge (criminal) and successfully reduce it to a speeding ticket (traffic). Thank you very much for your hard work!
Posted by Bernard | March 15, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Unbelievable
I got a reckless driving by speed (over 100) on top of a previous one. It looked very bad. Spoke to three attorneys that day prior to Mr. Nichols and the feeling was not there. Then Luke returned my call at the end of a day and spend 45 minutes on a phone with me. He gave me more information about my...
Posted by Geronimo | January 26, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Reckless Driving/ Expert Representation
Mr. Nichols was great, just what I wanted in proper representation on my reckless driving case. He talked to me prior to the case and explained what I need to do to be well prepared. Mr. Nichols negotiated with prosecutors and got the results we were looking for. I would highly recommend Mr. Nichols ...
Posted by Jordan | December 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Biggest Thank You
I can't say much about the cost as I'm not so keen on lawyers and such; didn't have to pay myself, but I have to say when it comes to everything else, he's quite amazing. I was told exactly what to do, was explained any outcome and was able to ask any question at anytime. Needless to say my case was...
Luke Joseph Nichols's Lawyer Endorsements
"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."
"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."
"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."
"I endorse Luke Nichols. He's great at what he does and generously shares his knowledge with other attorneys."
"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."
"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."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"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."
"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."
"Easily one of the top 20 traffic defense attorneys in my location."
"Mr. Nichols loves the law and it shows. An excellent, knowledgable attorney who fights for his clients."
"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 lawyer | Sep 18
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"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."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Trusted DUI, traffic, and criminal defense attorney in the Fairfax area, I refer cases to him regularly."
"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."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"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."
"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."
"I endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2015
Virginia Rising Stars, Super Lawyers Magazine
2015
Washington DC Rising Stars, Super Lawyer Magazine
2008
Certificate of Appreciation, US DOJ Immigration Court
N/A
None, None
Work Experience
2011 - Present
Partner, Nichols & Green
2009 - Present
Owner, Spectrum Legal Defense
Associations
2013 - Present
Fairfax County Bar AssociationGeneral Member
2013 - Present
Prince William County Bar AssociationGeneral Member
2011 - Present
National College of DUI DefenseGeneral Member
Virginia State Bar
Virginia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Sample of Legal Cases
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.
M***** v. Commonwealth
Dismissed after trial
B***** v. Commonwelth
Case was dismissed: Reckless Drivign 82mph in 65mph zone
R******* v. Commonwealth
DUI was ammended to reckless driving with a $200 fine and 1 year probation. No license suspension, no ASAP classes, no ignition interlock. No jail.
D***** v. Commonwealth
Reckless Driving accident case was ammended to improper driving
Education
2009
George Mason University School of Law
Juris Doctorate
2005
Brigham Young University
B.S.
Speaking Engagements
2017
Fairfax Bar Association CLE
Technical Defense of RADAR
2016
FFX Bar Annual DUI CLE
Implied Consent
2015
Fairfax Annual DUI CLE
Substantial Similarity
2014
Prince William County Bar Association, CLE Committee
Technical and Legal Anaylsis of LiDAR
2014
Fairfax County Bar Association Annual DUI CLE
LiDAR Technical and Legal Issues
2010
Alternative House
Legal Perils of Sexting
Publications
2014
Spectrum Publishing
Defending Virginia Property Crimes
2014
Continuing Legal Education Seminar publication
Technical and Legal Anaylsis of LiDAR
2013
Spectrum Publishing
Virginia Drug Crimes Defense Manual
2011
Spectrum Publishing
Driving on a Suspended License in Virginia
2010
Spectrum Publishing
The Virginia DUI Handbook
2010
Spectrum Publishing
The Virginia Reckless Driving Handbook
2010
Scribbit.com
Sexting: One More Thing for Parents to Worry About
Languages
English
Japanese
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Q&A
Will a reckless driving ticket (that results in jail time) affect my student visa or result in my deportation?
26 Jun 2014
Q&A
I received a reckless driving(55/86) in sussex county virginia. Having clean record I would like advice on reducing it to normal
23 Jun 2014
Q&A
How much time can u get for a capias revocation
23 Jun 2014
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