Mikhail Nekrich Lopez

Mikhail Nekrich Lopez

also known as Misha Lopez, Mischa Lopez

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 14 years

Family Lawyer at Arlington, VA
Practice Areas: Family, Criminal Defense, Appeals

1100 Glebe Road, Suite 1010, Arlington, VA

About Mikhail

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Family 50%

All areas of family law litigation, including mediation, collaborative dispute resolution, and litigation of divorce, custody, and support issues.

50%
Criminal Defense 40%

Defense of criminal and traffic cases in Northern Virginia. Includes appeals of such cases to higher courts.

40%
Appeals 10%

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

10%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 13 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 2012

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in District of Columbia for 13 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 2013

Resigned

No misconduct found

Licensed in California for 14 years

State: California

Acquired: 2011

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Lee Lopez Law PLLC

1100 Glebe Road, Suite 1010, Arlington, VA, 22201

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Mikhail Nekrich Lopez's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

38 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 11 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by anonymous | May 24, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Great Lawyer

I am incredibly grateful for the exceptional legal representation I received from Misha throughout my divorce proceedings. From the very beginning, Misha demonstrated an impressive attention to detail, thoroughly reviewing all aspects of my case and ensuring that nothing was overlooked. Not only did ...Misha have a deep understanding of relevant case studies, but he also applied this knowledge to my situation with remarkable precision. What truly stood out was Misha’s ability to stay organized and manage deadlines without fail. All paperwork was filed on time, and the process was handled efficiently, avoiding any unnecessary delays. Beyond his legal expertise, Misha took the time to understand both my personal and professional circumstances, which made a significant difference in achieving a favorable outcome. I highly recommend Misha’s services to anyone in need of a dedicated, knowledgeable, and compassionate lawyer. His professionalism and commitment to his clients are unmatched, making him an excellent choice for anyone going through such a challenging time.

Posted by anonymous | January 25, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Hard working and ethical

Misha has been my attorney for some time defending me in cases that my ex-husband has been throwing at me for years. As ex-spouses can be difficult in general, Misha has taken the time to listen to me and has always made very ethical moves in handling my case. Even if I wanted to say something negati...ve about my ex, he's always stuck to the facts and been professional in presenting those facts. He took the extra mile with the last case. He is down to earth not only in person, but with the jury and practically presented the facts where every single witness was proved to be lying on the stand! It was a unanomous Not Guilty from the jury as he detailed that the standard is beyond a reasonable doubt and how could there be anything but doubt if every part of their story changed? Wow! I've had other attorneys tell me that their story did not change enough and my ex submit 3 different recordings for 3 different trials. Misha is thorough, honest, ethical, and hard working.

Posted by anonymous | December 20, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Dedicated and Efficient Attorney

I hired Misha at a critical juncture in my case and I have no regrets. From day one, Misha was dedicated and efficient, devoting enough time to truly understand my case while not wasting time on irrelevant details. I appreciated his honest assessments and realistic expectations for my case. In the co...urtroom, Misha was an aggressive advocate with the "human" qualities needed to effectively communicate with the judge and opposing party. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for an outstanding attorney.

Posted by Dan | December 12, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Truly a Godsend

There aren't any words to articulate how critical Misha was to our case. Without getting into the weeds, our case was one of extreme complexity that involved legal battles with both the civil/family and criminal courts. Misha's professionalism, knowledge, and fierce defense were vital in achieving ex...tremely favorable results in both courts. Misha is a tenacious defender but also truly compassionate. We had a series of unfortunate events throughout our case but Misha adapted to every situation with a careful, human touch. An easy 5 stars.

Posted by Jeff | March 28, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

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 befor...e trial and it was a desired result. He knows the Law and, again, you definitely want him on your side.

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Mikhail Nekrich Lopez's Lawyer Endorsements

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Charles O'Donnell

Criminal defense lawyer | 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."

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Andrew Criado

Criminal defense lawyer | 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."

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Jean Humbrecht

Criminal defense lawyer | 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."

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Komal Khan

Family lawyer | 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."

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James Rice

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He delivered a great presentation on legal ethics to the Hispanic Bar Association."

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Jad Sarsour

Criminal defense lawyer | 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."

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Muhammad-Mu'Ath Elsayed

Unknown lawyer | 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."

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Ashley Dean

Unknown lawyer | Feb 25

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Misha was always police, courteous and professional in addition to being a zealous advocate for his client."

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Anastasia Kranias

Criminal defense lawyer | 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."

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Jeremy Letnick

Criminal defense lawyer | 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."

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Francis Ciardi

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Brenton Vincenzes

Criminal defense lawyer | 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."

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Joseph Yoon

Criminal defense lawyer | 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."

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James Abrenio

Criminal defense lawyer | 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."

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Kaamil Khan

Criminal defense lawyer | 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."

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Phoenix Ayotte

Criminal defense lawyer | 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."

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Tashina Gorgone

Criminal defense lawyer | 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."

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John-Paul Gilson

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've know Attorney Lopez to be a successful competent attorney. I endorse this lawyer."

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Jonathan Woodward

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Andrew Criado

Criminal defense lawyer

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Andrew Lindsey

Criminal defense lawyer

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Gary Moliken

Criminal defense lawyer

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Muhammad-Mu'Ath Elsayed

Criminal defense lawyer

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Ashley Dean

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Anastasia Kranias

Personal injury lawyer

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Jeremy Letnick

Criminal defense lawyer

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Derek Richmond

Criminal defense lawyer

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James Abrenio

Criminal defense lawyer

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Kaamil Khan

Litigation lawyer

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Brenton Vincenzes

Criminal defense lawyer

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Phoenix Ayotte

Criminal defense lawyer

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John-Paul Gilson

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Tashina Gorgone

Litigation lawyer

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Jonathan Woodward

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2018

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2018

Pro Bono Contribution Recognition (Attorney of the Day Program), Legal Services of Northern Virginia

2017

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2017

Pro Bono Contribution Recognition, Legal Services of Northern Virginia

2016

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

Work Experience

2019 - Present

Partner, Lee Lopez Law PLLC

2011 - 2019

Associate, Greenspun Shapiro PC

Associations

2012 - Present

Fairfax Bar Association

Member

2012 - Present

Virginia Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2009 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2016 - 2018

Hispanic Bar Association of Virginia

President

Sample of 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

United States v. Hashime (722 F.3d 572 (2013))

Reversed and remanded on appeal for consitutional violation

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Education

2011

University of California, Berkeley - School of Law

J.D.

2007

College of William and Mary

BA

Languages

English

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