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Douglas Patrick McGee

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361 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%

Fees and Rates

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Awards

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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

Showing 21 - 25 of 186 reviews | Criminal Defense

Posted by Austin | August 16, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

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 Ian | August 10, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Douglas McGee Gets Results!

I can’t recommend Douglas McGee enough! I came to him with a costly speeding ticket, and thanks to his expert advice and clear instructions, my case turned around completely. He was professional, responsive, and knew exactly what steps to take. Because of his guidance, my charge was reduced from a mi...sdemeanor speeding ticket all the way down to just “driving with faulty equipment” — which is insanely impressive. If you need an attorney who genuinely knows how to get results, Douglas McGee is the one you want in your corner.

Posted by anonymous | August 08, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

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 Shannon B | August 04, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Excellent Attorney & Excellent Result

I had the privilege of working with Doug McGee after being charged with a misdemeanor for reckless driving. From our first interaction, Doug was both thorough and kind. He made a very serious and stressful situation feel more manageable by taking the time to explain every step of the process and pati...ently answering all of my questions along the way. It was clear that Doug was genuinely invested in my case—he approached it with care, professionalism, and a deep understanding of the law. Thanks to his efforts, my charge was ultimately reduced to the lowest-level speeding ticket, which was a huge relief. I’m incredibly grateful for his guidance and would highly recommend Doug McGee to anyone in need of a skilled and compassionate attorney.

Posted by John | August 03, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Excellent experience

Doug was great! He was able to help me with a failure to obey the Move Over law in Virginia. The charge was successfully reduced to a non-moving violation with no points on my license and no misdemeanor conviction. He provided clear instructions and responded in a timely fashion to my questions and I... couldn't be happier with the result. Highly recommended!

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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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