Samantha Lou Upton

Samantha Lou Upton

4.7
Rating: 8.0

Licensed for 13 years

Speeding and traffic ticket Lawyer at Richmond, VA
Practice Areas: Speeding & Traffic Ticket, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

412 Libbie Avenue, Ste 2, Richmond, VA

About Samantha

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Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 15 minutes


Payment Methods

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  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 13 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 2012

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Upton Law

412 Libbie Avenue, Ste 2, Richmond, VA, 23226

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Samantha Lou Upton's Reviews

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4.7 /5.0

30 Client Reviews

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Posted by Melissa | July 19, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Minimum Charges

Samantha did a great job representing my case and letting me know up front what my odds were of getting the reckless driving charge against me either dismissed or reduced. She was very knowledgeable about the Fredericksburg/Stafford area court system (DA's, Judges, Troopers and judicial system) de...spite being located in Richmond, VA. She personally knew the ticketing officer and was able to negotiate a lesser charge (moving violation) with no points accrued on my driving record and $85 in court fees. I will definitely recommend Samantha and her team to represent anyone I may come across with legal issues. Thank You Samantha!!!

Posted by anonymous | June 12, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Trucking Accident

Driver back on the Road.

How can I explain my self when everything stops around you and everything feels upside down, nothing on the right place or at the right time, I think is only fair to feel this way after walking alive from a terrible big crash truck accident and then you get a ticket and now your career as a truck dr...iver is on Jeopardy after more than a decade trucking and providing for your family. I can't stop thanking enough to my Lord that I found this wonderful, professional and Knowledgeable attorney that was able and willing to listen every detail of my story and fought for me pleading Not Guilty on a Reckless driving Charges which includes misdemeanor and possible Jail time, the results were outstanding after proving my innocent with evidence of the accident to the Judge and found me Not Guilty, Justice was served and my life back on track thanks to the Firm of CADDLE WEILAND and Samantha L. Upton if you ever need an attorney in the state of Virginia believe me on this one Hire the best the one that can listen to your case and answer your phone calls every time you have concerns or questions about your case because that's exactly what she did.

Posted by Jennifer | September 21, 2015 | Hired Attorney

Knew exactly what I needed

Ms. Upton knew exactly how to quickly and expertly handle my case. Responses were timely. I would use her again and definitely recommend her services.

Posted by Aaron | January 16, 2015 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Couldn't be happier with her advice, communication and efforts to get a favorable result

I had received a speeding ticket in Virginia. I was given a ticket for going 90 in a 65. I thought I would just have to pay a fine like you would in NJ. When I realized I was being charged with a criminal offense, I knew I needed to secure an attorney. I was flooded with pamphlets and letters fro...m attorneys in the VA area who were aware of my need for a lawyer. I decided to find my own attorney. I talked with Samantha Upton and immediately felt comfortable. She knew the judge and police officer that were listed on my ticket. She took the time to explain the law and the seriousness of the ticket. She gave me some suggestions to be proactive. I followed her lead and did the things requested. Samantha Upton appeared in court on my behalf and my ticket was dismissed! I am very pleased with her service and would highly recommend Samantha for any friends, family, or any persons seeking an attorney.

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DUI and DWI lawyer | Jul 31

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Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 30

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DUI and DWI lawyer | Jun 24

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David Caddell

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Jul 21

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Clint Clary

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Jul 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Samantha Upton is a very well respected and effective attorney in the area of traffic law. I endorse her without hesitation."

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John Weiland

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Dec 17

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  8.0 (Excellent)

Honors

2009

The A.D. Williams Law Scholarship, University of RIchmond

Work Experience

2014 - 2020

Partner, Weiland Upton (formerly Caddell Weiland and Caddell Nelson & Reibach)

2012 - 2013

Review Attorney Manager, LeClair Ryan through Hire Counsel

Associations

2012 - Present

Virginia State Bar

Member

2013 - 2018

The Tredegar Society

President Emeritus

Education

2012

University of Richmond, The T. C. Williams School of Law

Juris Doctor

2008

University of Virginia

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

2014

The Americanist Independent Those Gals Had it Easy: The Conspicuously Untroubled Lives of Boydton’s Reconstruction Belles

Languages

English

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