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Eric Leckie

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About Eric

Attorney Eric Leckie is an experienced trial lawyer in both state and federal criminal law. As an active duty Marine Officer, he spent nearly 12 years as a Judge Advocate. During that time, Eric Leckie served as a prosecutor, operational law advisor, and staff judge advocate for numerous commands in both the United States and overseas during combat operations in Afghanistan. 

Following his time on active duty, Eric Leckie has established a private practice in the Hampton Roads region, while continuing to serve as a Marine JAG Reservist. He brings more than a decade of legal experience to the defense of clients facing charges ranging from simple misdemeanor offenses to more serious felony charges. He is a dedicated military officer and attorney you can trust with your freedoms and future. He has spent his career defending the constitution and now serves the community in the defense of their own rights under the law.

Practice areas

  1. Criminal defense: 40%

    State & federal crime, DUI, juvenile, federal drug charges, drug distribution (PWID), gun crime, assault, murder, sex crime, domestic violence, federal & white collar crime, federal & state tax fraud & evasion, bond hearings, appeals & expungement

    19 years

  2. DUI and DWI: 40%

    DUI charges, suspensions, restricted licenses, & DUI charges for active duty military servicemen and women

    19 years

  3. Federal crime: 10%

  4. Military law: 10%

    Marine Corps JAG reservist and former JAG Prosecutor, handling criminal defense, military law, and security clearance laws—saving the careers of countless active duty service members and civilians.

Languages spoken

English

Client's Choice 2019
Client's Choice 2018
Client's Choice 2017
Client's Choice 2016
Client's Choice 2015
Top Contributor 2014

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Contact

Invictus Law

1240 Perimeter Parkway, Suite 404
Virginia Beach, VA, 23454

Website
https://www.invictus-law.com/ 

Invictus Law

999 Waterside Drive, Suite 2525
Norfolk, VA, 23510

Invictus Law

1545 Crossways Blvd., Suite. 250
Chesapeake, VA, 23320

Resume

License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
VAAuthorized to Practice Law201407/02/2022
NJAdministrative - Not authorized to practice200307/04/2022
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
Legal answers161
Legal guides0
Awards
Award nameGrantorDate Granted
Top Lawyers of Coastal Virginia 2015Coastal Virginia Magazine2015
Certificate of AppreciationAmerican Bar Association2015
Top 100 Criminal Defense Trial LawyersThe National Trial Lawyers2015
Navy and Marine Corps Meritorious Service MedalMarine Corps Training and Education Command2014
Navy and Marine Corps Commendation MedalMarine Corps Training Advisory Group2010
Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary MedalMarine Corps Training and Advisory Group2010
MCAS Cherry Point Joint Law CenterNavy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal2007
Defense Meritorious Service MedalCombined Forces Command - Afghanistan2005
Afghanistan Campaign Medal (1 Star)Combined Forces Command Afghanistan2005
work experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
PrincipalInvictus Law2014 - Present
Command Judge AdvocateThe Basic School, U.S. Marine Corps2012 - 2013
Staff Judge AdvocateThe Marine Corps Training and Advisory Group2008 - 2011
Civil Law Officer-in-ChargeU.S. Marine Corps2006 - 2007
ProsecutorUnited States Marine Corps2002 - 2005
associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
The National Trial LawyersMember2015 - Present
American LegionMember2015 - Present
National Association of Distinguished CounselMember2015 - Present
Virginia State BarMember2014 - Present
Virginia Beach Bar AssociationMember2014 - Present
Virginia Bar AssociationMember2014 - Present
Virginia Trial Lawyers AssociationMember2014 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember2003 - Present
publications
Publication nameTitleDate
Naval Postgraduate School - ThesisThe Muslim Brotherhood and the Perception of Democracy2012
Marine Corps GazetteEnhancing the Marine Corps' Security Force Assistance Capability2011
education
School nameDegreeGraduated
Naval Postgraduate SchoolMA - Masters2012
Expeditionary Warfare SchoolCertificate2008
Seton Hall University School of LawJD - Juris Doctor2003
speaking engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
ABA Fourth Circuit ConferenceFinding Your Legal Niche2015
The Basic School Military Law CourseMilitary Law and The Uniform Code of Military Justice2013
Republic of Georgia Training ProgramLaw of War and Rules of Engagement2010
DIILS - Mali Army Human Rights and Law of War SeminarHuman Rights and Law of War2009
legal cases
Case nameOutcome
US v. Chaklos
Commonwealth of Virginia v. SigilloDismissed
Commonwealth of Virginia v. LymanDismissed with Prejudice
Commonwealth of Virginia v. WhitehurstFelony reduced to Misdemeanor

Reviews

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Fantastic Attorney!!

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Best Lawyer in Hampton Roads area!

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Outstanding representation

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Great Lawyer

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Absolutely Astounding! Very happy with my outcome.

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Phenomenal Attorney

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The outcome blew my mind.

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Incredibly professional and personally dedicated.

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Lawyer Lee Earl Devendorf

Lee Devendorf, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 16, 2017
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I endorse this lawyer. He will have your back. Excellent in court.

Lawyer Walter Rudolph Hnot, III

Walter Hnot,, DUI and DWI Attorney on Mar 22, 2017
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Eric is an excellent attorney committed to providing the highest quality representation to clients. I endorse this attorney without reservation.

Lawyer Brook Michael Thibault

Brook Thibault, DUI and DWI Attorney on Dec 15, 2016
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Not only is Eric a fantastic DUI and Criminal Defense lawyer; he is a fantastic person and is as tough as he is honest. If you have a choice, choose Eric as your Lawyer, I would!

Lawyer Christopher Matthew Baker

Christopher Baker, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 11, 2016
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

I saw Eric on many of my cases while I worked as a prosecutor. Eric was always well-prepared and willing to fight for his clients. I endorse this attorney without reservation.

Lawyer Christopher Anthony Beechler

Christopher Beechler, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 5, 2015
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I have known Eric since he began practicing law. He honed his litigation skills as a military lawyer in the US Marine Corps and in private practice. His experience as a former prosecutor is invaluable to his clients. Eric has the unique ability to screen cases from both sides, and that quality makes him an extraordinary defense attorney. No one will work harder for his clients, and his record of success continues to grow.

Lawyer Scott M. Lang

Scott Lang, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 20, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

No one cares more about his clients than Eric. He is diligent and prepared and well-respected by the judges he appears before. He has my strongest endorsement.

Lawyer Julie Rendelman

Julie Rendelman, Federal crime Attorney on May 23, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer.

Lawyer Jamison Page Rasberry

Jamison Rasberry, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 17, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer. He has proven himself to be an aggressively defends the rights of his clients and does his homework before stepping foot into court.

Lawyer Socrates de La Cruz

Socrates de La Cruz, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 17, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer. He is a knowledgable Attorney and a zealous advocate in court for his clients.

Lawyer James W Weirick

James Weirick, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 8, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter

I endorse this lawyer. Eric is a zealous and very-effective advocate for his clients. It has always been a joy to work with him. He absolutely has the best interest of his clients in mind at all time. Could not recommend him more for any criminal or civil matters.

Lawyer Michael Frederick Cardoza

Michael Cardoza, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 3, 2015
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Eric Leckie can be one angry bulldog. Once he gets his teeth into somebody, there's no letting go. He's absolutely the lawyer I would want fighting for me when the time came.

Lawyer Patrick J. Stangl

Patrick Stangl, DUI and DWI Attorney on Mar 3, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer. Eric is a determined and diligent advocate who works tirelessly to get results for his clients. He also has a detailed knowledge of military court procedure and practice.

Lawyer Ethan G. Zelizer

Ethan Zelizer, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 2, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer. Eric is a leader in his field and a powerful advocate.

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Judd Nemiro, Unknown Attorney on Feb 11, 2015
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Very determined and dedicated attorney. I endorse this lawyer.

Lawyer Jill L Rogers

Jill Rogers, Unknown Attorney on Feb 4, 2015
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Competent, professional, and all around a great attorney. I endorse this lawyer.

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Lyle Dickson, Unknown Attorney on Jan 17, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer.

Lawyer Adam Michael Lahood

Adam Lahood, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 5, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer.

Lawyer Steven M. Cron

Steven Cron, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 5, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Attorney Eric Leckie donates his time posting very helpful legal answers in the Avvo community to assist individuals seeking advice. This demonstrates a compassion to help people in need. He is an asset to the legal profession. I fully endorse him.

Lawyer Robert Werner von Dohlen

Robert von Dohlen, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 5, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer.

Lawyer Giacomo Jacques Behar

Giacomo Behar, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 5, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A top-notch attorney, highly respected in the legal community.

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