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Vanessa Ernette Hicks
also known as Hicks, Vanessa E.
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Licensed in Virginia for 36 years
State: Virginia
Acquired: 1989
No misconduct found
Location
Marks and Harrison
1500 Forest Avenue, Suite 100, Richmond, VA, 23229
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Posted by Angelica | January 24, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Traffic/Criminal Violation
Ms. Vanessa Hicks is AMAZING! She communicated effectively, explained everything to me and also was very kind at all times. I received a citation in Greensville,VA for an 84/70 which is considered a misdemeanor and I am a teacher with a clean record and something like this has never happened to me be...
Posted by Patricia U | September 25, 2019 | Hired Attorney
UrquhartConley
Upon contacting Attorney Hicks she expediently assessed my need, advised me how to retrieve documents she needed then got back with how she would proceed. Represented me in court and brought favorable results. Very grateful for the outcome.
Posted by Victor | July 24, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Vanessa Hicks did a great job and I was blessed to have her as my lawyer
Mrs Hicks did a great job communicating with me about what i needed to provide in order to help my case. She was a great mediator between me and the court and made it possible for me to schedule everything when it would be convenient for me, being that i am from out of state and had a 9 hour car ride...
Posted by Tracey | December 13, 2018 | Hired Attorney
The Gee Law Firm
Vanessa was very helpful. I got a speeding ticket in VA on my way back to NC. Vanessa was able to have the ticket reduce to defective equipment, and I didn't have to even be there. I would certainly recommend Vanessa. Thank you Vanessa!
Posted by Jennifer | April 27, 2018 | Hired Attorney
She was wonderful, Professional & Responsive
When I got a reckless driving ticket in VA this year I received 30 flyers in the mail. None were from Ms. Hicks; which is why I chose her. I found her on this site seeking a local attorney. When first spoke to her, among other things, she asked the officers name and then described him to me; I knew ...
Vanessa Ernette Hicks's Lawyer Endorsements
"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."
"As a colleague, I endorse Vanessa. She is an intelligent attorney who is dedicated to fighting for her clients."
"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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"Vanessa is an extremely experienced Virginia criminal defense attorney. Getting to work with her has been a privilege."
"My knowledge of Vanessa's work is such that I would have no reservations about endorsing her and recommending her to potential clients."
"I have worked with Vanessa for several years. She has a ton of experience as a criminal defense lawyer in Virginia."
"I endorse this lawyer. Her wealth of experience makes her a terrific advocate for her clients."
"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."
"Ms. Hicks has decades of criminal defense experience."
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Experience
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 RestorationPresident
1999 - 2005
National Association of Drug Court ProfessionalsMember
Education
1989
Washington and Lee University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1986
College of William and Mary
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English