Douglas Patrick McGee

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Douglas Patrick McGee

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375 reviews
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Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 37 years

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

2817 N. Parham Road, Suite #201, Richmond, VA

About Douglas

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Speeding and Traffic Ticket 45%

45%
Criminal Defense 30%

30%
DUI and DWI 25%

25%

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Awards

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+ 6
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 37 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 1988

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Douglas P. McGee Law Firm

2817 N. Parham Road, Suite #201, Richmond, VA, 23294

Douglas Patrick McGee's Reviews

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Posted by Austin | August 16, 2025 | Hired Attorney

Doug Turned My Reckless Driving Charge Into a Non-Moving Violation - Highly Recommend!

From the moment I reached out to Doug, I knew I was in good hands. Unlike other lawyers who were hesitant to even speak with me before hiring them, Doug took the time to listen to my situation right away. His responsiveness, combined with his extensive experience, made it an easy decision to hire him..., and it turned out to be the best decision I could’ve made. I was facing a reckless driving charge due to speed, and from the very start, Doug provided clear, practical advice about what I could do to improve my situation. What stood out most was his honesty. He didn’t sugarcoat things or tell me what I wanted to hear. Instead, he gave me straightforward, realistic expectations, but also remained confident that if I followed his guidance, we could get the charge reduced to a simple traffic ticket. What truly impressed me was how Doug didn’t stop there. He mapped out a strategy to potentially get the entire case reduced to a non-moving defective equipment charge, something that would mean zero points on my license instead of the six I’d face with the reckless driving conviction. And the best part? Doug delivered on that plan. Thanks to his expert guidance and careful handling of my case, the charge was ultimately reduced to the non-moving violation, exactly as he’d hoped for. If you’re in a similar situation and worried about the impact a conviction might have on your life, I highly recommend reaching out to Doug. He’s not only an expert in his field but genuinely cares about getting the best possible outcome for his clients. Thanks to Doug, I avoided the worst-case scenario and couldn’t be more grateful.

Posted by John | August 08, 2025 | Hired Attorney

Speeding thru Virginia

While driving through Virginia on the way back to NC from a dear friend’s funeral, l was ticketed for speeding in Washington County. I was referred to Mr McGee and he handled the entire process with incredible efficiency and professionalism. He could not have been more helpful, and while l hope l wil...l never need his services in the future, he would be the first man to call if l do!! John

Posted by anonymous | August 08, 2025 | Hired Attorney

Great Lawyer - Good Outcome

I had the pleasure of being represented by Mr. Douglas McGee for my reckless driving case in Virginia, and I couldn’t have asked for a better attorney. From the very beginning, he was knowledgeable, straightforward, and honest about my options and possible outcomes. He guided me through the entire pr...ocess with clear communication, professionalism, and genuine care for my situation. His expertise and strategic approach made all the difference in achieving the best possible result in my case. I highly recommend Mr. McGee to anyone in need of a skilled and dependable defense attorney.

Posted by anonymous | June 30, 2025 | Hired Attorney

Wonderful Lawyer

Doug was extremely helpful to me and helped me to see that even though I had committed traffic violations there was much that I could do to make my cases look better to the prosecutor. He always answered all of my questions and treated me with kindness and grace. I highly recommend him!

Posted by Mo | May 26, 2025 | Hired Attorney

Exceptional Representation

I’m extremely grateful for the excellent representation I received from Mr. Douglas McGee. I was charged for reckless driving (92/70), and thanks to his expertise and guidance, the charge was successfully reduced to defective equipment. Throughout the process, Mr. McGee was thorough, responsive, and ...knowledgeable about the local court system. He provided clear instructions and answered my questions patiently. I highly recommend Mr. McGee to anyone facing similar traffic charges in Virginia.

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Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 14

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Julio Gomez

General practice lawyer | Nov 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse Mr. McGee. He handled a civil traffic case for me with excellent results, getting case dismissed. He was always available and kept in communication during pendency of case. I contacted other lawyers before deciding on Mr. McGee and can tell you if you have a case in his area call him first, you will be satisfied."

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Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2019

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2018

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2018

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

Education

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University of Richmond

J.D.

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