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Mikhail Nekrich Lopez

Family Attorney at Arlington, VA

5.0   32 reviews

also known as Misha Lopez, Mischa Lopez

  • State Years
    Virginia - VA 11 years
    Dist. of Columbia - DC 10 years
    California - CA 11 years
  • Licensed for 11 years
    State VA
    Acquired 2012
    Status
    Active No misconduct found
  • Licensed for 10 years
    State DC
    Acquired 2013
    Status
    Resigned No misconduct found
  • Licensed for 11 years
    State CA
    Acquired 2011
    Status
    Inactive No misconduct found

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

About Mikhail

Learn Mikhail’s areas of practice.

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Practice areas
  1. Family
    50%
    All areas of family law litigation, including mediation, collaborative dispute resolution, and litigation of divorce, custody, and support issues.

  2. Criminal defense
    40%
    Defense of criminal and traffic cases in Northern Virginia. Includes appeals of such cases to higher courts.

  3. Appeals
    10%
    Representation of Appellants and Appellees in civil and criminal appeals to the Supreme Court of Virginia and Court of Appeals of Virginia.

I view the role of an attorney as a problem solver. When I represent a client, I want to get them the best result I can under the circumstances of their case while working to minimize any potential difficulty or loss that could accompany an adverse finding. I work closely with each client to prepare a tailored presentation of their case to each decision-maker to increase the chances of a favorable outcome.

Kara Lee and I joined forces and started our own firm because we share the same core principles when representing clients. We believe that combining our experience in family law and criminal defense litigation creates a synergy that helps us efficiently and compassionately represent our clients to get them the outcomes they deserve. Kara and I work closely together to add value to each client’s case by sharing different perspectives on issues that arise during litigation. We work hard to resolve current issues and plan for future ones so that our clients’ interests are well-served and well-protected.

Few firms in Northern Virginia handle both criminal defense and family law litigation issues in-house. At Lee Lopez Law Kara and I provide a one-stop legal solution for criminal and traffic defense and family law litigation needs. If you are ready for a new type of attorney-client relationship, contact Lee Lopez Law PLLC today to find out the difference a great team can make.

 

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1100 Glebe Road
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Arlington, VA, 22201

Reviews

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Posted by Jeff | March 28, 2023
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Misha Lopez Rules !
I had Misha Lopez represent me in a very tough case and to say that he was amazing would be an understatement. He is someone that you definitely want in your corner fighting your battles. In my humble opinion, he completely outshined the opposing counsel. We ended up settling the case the day before trial and it was a desired result. He knows the Law and, again, you definitely want him on your side.
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Posted by anonymous | September 26, 2022
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
10/10 Lawyer
Misha is a fantastic lawyer. He represented me in a protective order case after I consulted with many lawyers in the DMV area. Misha was compassionate and transparent and prepared me for what might happen in court. He was all about strategy, and I felt very confident with him as my lawyer. Misha was empathetic to my situation and outlined the potential outcomes. He was spectacular to watch in court with the opposing side. Because of his expertise, my case had a more than favorable outcome. 10/10 lawyer! I highly recommend hiring Misha.
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Posted by anonymous | March 19, 2022
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Above and Beyond!
I could not be more satisfied with Mr Lopez's work on my case. He spent countless hours developing a strong case for my divorce hearing. I felt he truly understood my case, sometimes more than I did, and refined the arguments to get the most favorable outcome.
Posted by Ron | December 30, 2021
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Great Lawyer & Firm
I had the pleasure of having Mr. Lopez as my lawyer. What an excellent experience. Very professional, personable, and hands on. If I ever need a lawyer again he is the man I will call. Thank you again.
Posted by Anjulie | December 17, 2021
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
| Consulted Attorney
Family Law / Father's Rights / Protection
More than experience, it is Misha's instinct and an open mind to view the situation that helped. He was the only lawyer that was willing to meet with me, realizing that I needed help, but could only talk in person, and didn't feel comfortable going into too much details beforehand. When we met, I was comfortable, explained my situation, asked to be educated about father's rights, protection, domestic violence, and the right's of those I care about. I feel empowered because Misha took time to explain how the law works for my case. I also have a peace of mind now.
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Posted by anonymous | December 10, 2021
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| Hired Attorney
An excellent, caring, and knowledgeable lawyer
I was very worried about the outcome of my case in court for a long time. After my first consultation with Mr. Lopez I felt great and relived about my case. He explained all the possibilities very clearly and had a very positive attitude. I hired him without any doubt to handle my case. I am so glad I hired him because everything in court turned out great as he predicated. I highly recommend him for his experience, care, and effectiveness.
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Posted by Adriana | September 23, 2021
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
| Consulted Attorney
Very attentive and helpful
I contacted Mikhail Lopez after a friend recommended him. He contacted me immediately and was very attentive and helpful. I would certainly recommend him and consult him if ever the need comes up.
Posted by Ron | August 9, 2021
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Phenomenal Attorney
When I needed a divorce attorney, I found Mr. Lopez by referral from another attorney I had worked with previously. Given the dynamics of my case, I had to lean heavily on this referral and I needed Mr. Lopez to be the best possible advocate and representative I could hope for - he did not disappoint. He was thorough, competent, responsive, and personable. During a very difficult time in my life, Mr. Lopez was instrumental in looking out for my best interests, while also handling everything with sensitivity, tact, and professionalism. He always ensured he was giving me sound advice on every aspect of my case and didn't hesitate to conduct research or consult another trusted attorney. He is well-spoken, an excellent writer, and all-around confident attorney. I always felt as though he was a partner to me, that I could count on him, and give him my complete trust to handle my case. I have already utilized him for a separate child support case and he has handled that case with equal exceptionalism. I can't recommend Mr. Lopez more strongly to anyone seeking a high-caliber representative.
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Posted by anonymous | July 3, 2020
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
A professional in every sense of the word
Misha is an amazing lawyer. I have used his services for several different issues, and he has always gotten me the best possible outcome. With Misha, you are in very good hands and can rest assure that you have a lawyer who doesn't just see his clients in terms of dollars, but actually cares about his clients and is not afraid to aggressively fight for the best possible outcome.
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Posted by Mike | June 15, 2020
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Expert, Outstanding, and Talented Attorney
Mr. Lopez represented me in a protection order case. I was in a bind and he rescued me the day before I had to appear in court for my preliminary hearing. He took the time and truly listened and asked great questions. I knew after the first time speaking with him that I was in great hands. His attention to detail and communication was beyond what I could have imagined. My situation had me feeling really down at times and I can honestly say that Mr. Lopez was a shining light and he helped me keep a positive attitude. I feel so fortunate and lucky to have had Mr. Lopez represent me. He is truly an incredible attorney, super intelligent, and a really good person. Please use Mr. Lopez if you truly want the best!
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Posted by Brett | June 2, 2020
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Outstanding representation
Mikhail was referred to me by a friend of a friend and I didn’t for a second doubt much decision. He represented me thoroughly and professionally to a favorable outcome by using his knowledge of not only Arlington and Virginia law but also his experience with how Arlington County police operate. He reasonable expectations and then went above and beyond. I highly recommend Mikhail and, while I hope I never need his services again, he will be my first call when working within the Arlington legal system.
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Posted by Ernest | May 5, 2020
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Outstanding attorney who performs
Mr. Lopez represented me in a protection order case with limited time of preparation, but with the facts I provided and his ability to understand quickly made all of the difference in the courtroom. It was great watching him perform in the courtroom because he made all of the points needed for my success. A cerebral attorney. I highly recommend Mr. Lopez, he is professional, dedicated, and is committed to winning.
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Posted by anonymous | March 19, 2020
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Thankful to have hired misha.
The best. Responsible, attentive, knowledgeable, etc. they’re aren’t enough words. Misha has taken his time to go far and beyond what was expected of him, even long after he got my case dismissed. He answers any questions I have, I am thankful that he was referred to me. I will refer him to anyone I know. Misha thanks for everything you’ve done for me and my family.
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Posted by anonymous | August 3, 2019
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Effective Litigator
Misha is a smart, competent, and compassionate lawyer who I would recommend to anyone! He was the first person I thought of when I needed assistance.
Posted by Sadaf | June 17, 2019
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Awesome, amazing Lawyer!
Mr. Lopez is a shining gem. He helped me in my 6 months protective order continuance. Mr. Lopez has tremendous amount of patience. With my case being so simple yet it got continued for over 6 months, I mean there were times that even I ran out of patience but Mr. Lopez kept it professional and was beyond nice to me and my family at ZERO cost! Mr. Lopez has amazing good heart; understanding and he will listen to you. He asked me what I want from my case instead of telling me what he wants. I believe that is an amazing feature of a lawyer to ask the client what he/she wants instead of pushing someone for whatever the lawyer wants to wrap up the case quickly and move on. Mr. Lopez is amazing in many ways. He will listen to you, understand you, come up with options for you, and then ask you what YOU want from there. I am more than lucky to have him as my lawyer. I would HIGHLY recommend him for any case. He might be young compare to other lawyers but he is definitely more experienced, knowledgeable, and understanding. Mr. Lopez did not charge me for anything as my case was Pro Bono. He stood by me and my family for over 6 months without expecting anything in return. May God bless him and protect him and succeed him in everything in life!
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Posted by Connor | February 1, 2019
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Great Lawyer!! Highly recommended!
In July 2017 my twin and I were arrested for possession of marijuana with intent to distribute, possession of a schedule I/II controlled substance (mushrooms), obstruction of justice, and resisting arrest without force which stemmed from a burnt out tail light. After 4 months of getting the trial extended, my twin and I appeared in court and to our surprise were able to get the charges for the felony possession of mushrooms dropped because they lost their potency and tested negative in the drug testing site. Mr. Lopez was able to get the prosecutor to drop the intent to distribute marijuana to a simple possession charge. Furthermore, he was able to get them to drop the obstruction of justice and resisting arrest charges in exchange for a night in jail and extra community service hours. Mr. Lopez is an excellent attorney and very knowledgeable with VA law, I felt very comfortable and confident that he was going to be able to help me out in my twisted situation and am very pleased that I was correct in trusting him. I highly recommend him to anybody seeking legal console. Thank you Misha for all your hardwork you put in during my case, I hope I didn’t stress you too much the last ,on the of my probation as I was doing everything wrong to jeapordize my freedom but we made it through! I hope I never have to use your services again (for legal reasons) but should I find myself in trouble with the law again I will sure to give you a ring!
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Posted by Mimy | November 8, 2018
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
excellent Lawyer
I am very happy with the results, Thank you Misha...……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………...
Posted by Charles | September 6, 2018
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
I highly recommend Attorney Mikhail Lopez.
In the summer of 2018 I received a summons for ’46.2-853 Failure to Maintain Control- Reckless’ for a one car accident. As a ‘Reckless’ summons, in Virginia, is both traffic and criminal, I knew that I needed a good attorney who practiced in Fairfax County and who could handle both sides, if necessary. I looked around on the web and identified a few possibilities. I also had friends ask attorneys they knew, who those attorneys would recommend. Mikhail Lopez's name quickly came back. I called him up for an initial consult. And then talked to him in person a few days before the court date. I found him extremely personable, experienced, and highly knowledgeable in both local traffic and criminal processes. He described the traffic court process with me. And took me through all the possible results and what they meant. In the end, he was able to take the facts of my case and convince the prosecutor to 'Nolle Prossed' (to drop) the case. To say the least, I am highly impressed and deeply appreciative. Obviously, not all cases are the same. However, if you are charged with a ‘Reckless’ traffic offense in Fairfax County, you really do need a defense attorney to make sure that you have a voice in court. After hearing so many horror stories about other attorneys, I am very glad that I was able to have Mikhail Lopez on my side.
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Posted by anonymous | June 29, 2018
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Exactly what you want from a lawyer - extremely thorough with excellent attention to detail
Mikhail was excellent from start to finish. I was very impressed with how thorough he was in preparing for my hearing. He always looked at things from all angles and considered what the prosecution's response might be to every particular point. The motion he wrote up was excellent. It was extremely thorough and well-written. Even the judge made a comment about how well written/prepared it was during the hearing. In the courtroom, Mikhail was extremely composed and confident. He also gave me honest and realistic expectations at every step. I always felt like I was in good hands with Mikhail and can't recommend him highly enough.
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Posted by anonymous | October 13, 2017
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| Hired Attorney
Excellent and Expert Attorney
After retaining Mr. Lopez, I highly recommend this attorney in light of his expertise, excellent representation, and the completely successful outcome he produced. Highest recommendation.
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Resume

AVVO RATING 10.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

  • Partner
  • Lee Lopez Law PLLC
  • 2019 - Present
  • Associate
  • Greenspun Shapiro PC
  • 2011 - 2019

Education

  • University of California, Berkeley - School of Law
  • J.D.
  • 2011
  • College of William and Mary
  • BA
  • 2007

Legal Cases

  • Commonwealth of Virginia v. Anderson
  • Not guilty: DWI; Guilty: Driving on Suspended & Refusal
  • Gardner v. Commonwealth of Virginia (758 S.E.2d 540)
  • Reversed and remanded by Virginia Supreme Court for trial error
  • Commonwealth of Virginia v. Spierto
  • all charges dropped
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Associations

  • Fairfax Bar Association
  • Member
  • 2012 - Present
  • Virginia Trial Lawyers Association
  • Member
  • 2012 - Present
  • American Bar Association
  • Member
  • 2009 - Present
  • Hispanic Bar Association of Virginia
  • President
  • 2016 - 2018
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Languages Spoken

  • English

Honors and Awards

  • Rising Star
  • Super Lawyers Magazine
  • 2019
  • Rising Star
  • Super Lawyers Magazine
  • 2018
  • Pro Bono Contribution Recognition (Attorney of the Day Program)
  • Legal Services of Northern Virginia
  • 2018
  • Rising Star
  • Super Lawyers Magazine
  • 2017
  • Pro Bono Contribution Recognition
  • Legal Services of Northern Virginia
  • 2017
  • Rising Star
  • Super Lawyers Magazine
  • 2016
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Attorney endorsements

Received (19)
Given (15)
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Criminal defense Attorney | Aug 06
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I Wholeheartedly endorse Misha as an excellent attorney, a person you can turn to to solve the problem effectively and effectively. Whether it is family law, criminal law or appellate work- Misha will get the mission accomplished."
Criminal defense Attorney | Apr 18
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Misha Lopez is a top-notch criminal defense attorney. When I was a prosecutor, I went up against Misha several times. He knows the law, prepares meticulously, and argues convincingly in court. Anyone who has Misha on his or her side is luck to have such an outstanding advocate. I wholeheartedly endorse Misha Lopez."
Criminal defense Attorney | Dec 30
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I highly recommend Mr. Lopez to anyone facing criminal charges. He is always well-prepared and works very hard for his clients. Anyone that he represents is in good hands."
Family Attorney | Dec 13
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
"Mikhail was opposing counsel in a complex and difficult family law matter. He was professional and knowledgable in the matter, all while advocating his client's best interest. It was a pleasure working with him and I looking forward to working together again."
Criminal defense Attorney | Oct 12
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. He delivered a great presentation on legal ethics to the Hispanic Bar Association."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jun 13
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. He is a very talented and persuasive lawyer. He works very hard for his clients and gets great results."
Unknown Attorney | Apr 06
Relationship: Co-worker
"I have the privilege of working with Mr. Lopez. He is a very hard worker and a zealous advocate for his clients' causes. I can always rely on his advice in handling complex legal issues. I am proud to endorse Mr. Lopez as an attorney."
Unknown Attorney | Feb 25
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
"Misha was always police, courteous and professional in addition to being a zealous advocate for his client."
Criminal defense Attorney | Sep 04
Relationship: Co-worker
"Competent, hard working and trustworthy is quite the understatement. As a co-worker, I see these characteristics first hand, and am fully confident in all his abilities."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jul 24
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. He is experienced and very approachable. He works with one of the more prestigious law firms in the state and is very respected. Highly recommended."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jul 16
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jul 14
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I recommend Mr. Lopez, as he really stays on top of state and federal case law developments in order to best serve his clients. In the courtroom, he is poised and prepared."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jul 13
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Mr. Lopez is as hard working and smart as they come. I have seen him throughout various courthouse in Northern Virginia and due to his zealous representation of his clients, he has gained a reputation as a respected and professional litigator. I highly endorse this lawyer."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jul 10
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Lopez ("Misha") is a very smart, hardworking attorney. He's gained a great deal of experience and works with some of the best attorneys in the state. Anyone would be lucky to have him on their side."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jul 10
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"As a fellow criminal defense attorney, I know that for my own cases Misha has been an invaluable resource to bounce ideas and strategies off of. I have seen him in action and his personality and charm plays off very convincingly in the court room. I would highly recommend him for any criminal or civil litigation matters."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jul 10
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"Mr. Lopez is one of the brightest and most hard working attorneys in the local legal community. Not only will he be better-prepared than opposing counsel, he absolutely does not back down from a fight or ask his clients to roll over and plead to the charges if it is not warranted. I highly recommend him and would trust him with my own personal legal matters."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jul 10
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I consider Mr. Lopez to be a dedicated and hardworking attorney who really strives to achieve the best possible outcomes for his clients. He is a good advocate and one I would recommend."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jul 10
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I've know Attorney Lopez to be a successful competent attorney. I endorse this lawyer."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jul 10
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
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