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Vanessa Ernette Hicks

also known as Hicks, Vanessa E.

4.9
Rating: 8.9

Licensed for 36 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Richmond, VA
Practice Areas: Personal Injury

1500 Forest Avenue, Suite 100, Richmond, VA

About Vanessa

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Personal Injury 100%

Firm attorneys handle all personal injury cases including by not limited to automobile accidents, law enforcement excessive force and slip and falls.

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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 36 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 1989

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Location

Marks and Harrison

1500 Forest Avenue, Suite 100, Richmond, VA, 23229

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Vanessa Ernette Hicks's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

56 Client Reviews

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Posted by Tanesha | February 09, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Thankful for her help

In response to Desmond, I feel that Mrs. Hicks was a wonderful lawyer. I hired her to have my cases, not case, and she tremendously helped me. Even after my cases were settled in court, I still has to reach out because my charges were still pending and it kept me from gaining employment. Not only did... she work with me on that, she went back to court and got me another deal to help my charges. She was wonderful and informal with what was going on with my cases; what I needed to do to help my cases and I greatly thank her for that. I would recommend her to anyone. Do your best and Ms. Hicks goes above and beyond for you.

Vanessa Hicks

Replied last February 09, 2021

Thanks Tanesha! Looking forward to great things for you.

Posted by Desmond | February 05, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Worst Person I’ve ever come in contact with

I hired her to work my case thru out the whole case she was trying to have me take a plea deal that would have me incarcerated instead of fighting & asking for a fine/probation then told me “I need to do my time then get out of Virginia for ever” she is a very rude & arrogant lady & if she doesn’t ha...ve her way she will under mine you in front of the Judge & move to try to get you arrested.

Vanessa Hicks

Replied last February 05, 2021

Desmond, I am sorry you feel this way and I am perplexed by your comments since you've always thanked me for my services in your text messages. Please feel to contact me if you care to discuss this further.

Posted by Lisa | November 17, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Happy customer

Vanessa helped my teenage daughter who got a reckless driving ticket. We were worried about the fine, insurance increase and her license. Vanessa took care of everything! She kept me updated at all times and was available for all my questions. I highly recommend her!

Posted by LaQuisha | August 14, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Two Tickets

I hired Ms. Hicks to represent my son for two speeding tickets. She was awesome. Ms. Hicks got the charges reduced and she communicated with us during the entire process. The fee was affordable, I will recommend her firm and services to anyone in need.

Posted by Teresa | August 08, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

First Class Representation

I got my very first speeding ticket driving through Mecklenburg County, Virginia, which I quickly learned was not just a speeding ticket but a charge for reckless driving misdemeanor. A good friend put me in touch with Vanessa Hicks of The Gee Law Firm. From the start, Ms. Hicks was informative, e...mpathetic and ready to step in to get my summons resolved. When my case finally went before the court, Ms. Hicks effectively argued on my behalf and the judge downgraded my summons from a reckless driving charge to a simple speeding ticket with a small fine. I can't thank Ms. Hicks or The Gee Firm enough for their representation.

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Vanessa Ernette Hicks's Lawyer Endorsements

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Joseph Taylor

Criminal defense lawyer | May 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"As a colleague of Mrs. Hicks, I am happy to endorse her as an excellent attorney. From traffic defense to criminal defense, she is thorough and thoughtful in her case preparation."

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April Cockerham

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"As a colleague, I endorse Vanessa. She is an intelligent attorney who is dedicated to fighting for her clients."

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Steven Duckett

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Vanessa is a stellar attorney with extensive experience in court. She's passionate about defending her clients and she's a pleasure to work with. I definitely endorse this lawyer."

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Herbert Ellis

Unknown lawyer | Dec 10

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Nicole Naum

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 04

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kush Arora

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Vanessa is an extremely experienced Virginia criminal defense attorney. Getting to work with her has been a privilege."

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Scott Feifer

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"My knowledge of Vanessa's work is such that I would have no reservations about endorsing her and recommending her to potential clients."

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Seth Price

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have worked with Vanessa for several years. She has a ton of experience as a criminal defense lawyer in Virginia."

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Edward Tayter

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Her wealth of experience makes her a terrific advocate for her clients."

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Thomas Soldan

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Hicks presents a wealth of experience and knowledge in the fields of criminal defense and DUI/DWI. It is my privilege to call her a colleague and access her vast understanding of the Virginia criminal justice system."

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Morton Price

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Hicks has decades of criminal defense experience."

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Experience

Rating:  8.9 (Excellent)

Work Experience

2023 - Present

Associate, Marks & Harrison

2017 - 2023

Associate, The Gee Law Firm, P.C.

2010 - 2017

Criminal Defense Attorney, Price Benowitz, LLP

2009 - 2009

Public Defender, Virginia Indigent Defense Commission

2005 - 2009

Deputy Public Defender, Virginia Indigent Defense Commission

1993 - 2005

Assistant Public Defender, Virginia Indigent Defense Commission

1991 - 1993

Owner, Vanessa E. Hicks,, Attorney at Law

1990 - 1991

Associate, Natkin and Heslep, P.C.

Associations

2002 - 2004

Offender Aid and Restoration

President

1999 - 2005

National Association of Drug Court Professionals

Member

Education

1989

Washington and Lee University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1986

College of William and Mary

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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