Licensed for 12 years

State VA

Acquired 2011

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Shemeka Christina Hankins

Criminal defense Attorney at Virginia Beach, VA

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Superb

Kind and Compassionate Lawyer

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Practice areas

Criminal defense

40%

Prior experience in the areas of drug/narcotics, forfeitures, theft crimes
DUI and DWI

40%
Federal crime

10%
Violent crime

4%
Juvenile law

3%
Appeals

1%
Expungement

1%

including license restoration
Sex crime

1%

FORMER PROSECUTOR WORKING FOR YOU! SKILLED CRIMINAL DEFENSE DUI, DRUG, GUN, & VIOLENT CRIME ATTORNEY

Attorney Shemeka Hankins is an experienced prior prosectuor with years of criminal litigation experience. A seasoned trial attorney, she is well-versed in a number of criminal areas such as drugs/narcotics/marijuana, driving under the influence (DUI/DWI), theft crimes, and juvenile justice. She also has experience with license restoration, restoration of gun rights, and expungements.

Shemeka Hankins is a committed servant of the community and puts the rights of clients at the forefront of the defense. She is dedicated to helping her clients protect their freedoms and defend their rights in legal situations. Attorney Shemeka Hankins is a lawyer you can trust with your future.

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Invictus Law

(757) 799-4490 Office

1240 Perimeter Parkway

Suite 404

Virginia Beach, VA, 23454

invictus-law.com/

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Posted by anonymous | June 27, 2019

Superb

Shemeka is a top flight attorney. She knows her area of law like the back of her hand, she quickly responds to communications and outreach, and she sizes up a case very well. Her trial skill is superb. She works easily with you and with others involved in the case to reach your goals. Her excellent interpersonal skills were very much appreciated. She obtained a good outcome for my case, and I have recommended (and will continue to recommend) her services to others.

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Posted by anonymous | May 3, 2019

Kind and Compassionate Lawyer

From the consultation process to hiring Ms. Hankins, I was treated with utmost respect. Shemeka is very kind and compassionate and her infectious smile can brighten the day, even under the gloomiest circumstances. Shemeka is one of the most knowledgeable lawyers I’ve ever retained, and if need be I will retain her in the future! She fought hard and represented me well. Shemeka has true people skills and is refreshingly empathetic to her clients situations! Thank you Ms. Hankins! A++

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Posted by Carissa | November 2, 2021

The best

My family will not use any other lawyer but Mrs Hankins ! She goes above and beyond and always gets the best possible outcome. She was able to bring my loved one home on multiple occasions

Posted by George | April 23, 2021

Successful, Compassionate Defense

Compassion, Strength and Legal Expertise are three key ingredients I was looking for in defense of my Son who is in the Navy. From the outset to the conclusion of the case Ms Hankins displayed all three. Her firm was able to address both the civil and military ramifications of his case simultaneously. This expertise not only provided him with the best possible outcome but I knew he was in good care even beyond the case. I feel like I hired a lawyer and found a friend.

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Response from Shemeka Hankins April 26, 2021

Thank you very much for the kinds words. It is our mission to have this level of commitment and care for every client.

Posted by anonymous | October 5, 2020

Effective, professional legal representation

Ms. Hankins' management of my case was thorough, well-organized, and above all, effective. She gathered information from all stakeholders carefully and her advice to me throughout the process was always well-reasoned and accurate, helping best inform my decisions. Her advocacy was ultimately effective, and I wholeheartedly recommend her to others looking for legal representation.

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Response from Shemeka Hankins October 6, 2020

I appreciate your recommendation and review! This is what our firm means when we say we striving for the best outcome.

Posted by anonymous | May 1, 2020

Excellent Customer Service, Communications, and Determination

Shemeka provided outstanding service throughout our entire case. Her clear and concise communication from our initial consultation through the resolution of the case left us very comfortable with our decision to hire Shemeka. Her determination to see that the case was not delayed ensure a timely resolution. The entire staff at Invictus Law also provided the same level of excellent customer service and professionalism. I would recommended Shemeka and Invictus Law to anyone.

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Response from Shemeka Hankins May 4, 2020

Thank you for submitting this review. Our entire team strives to provide every client with this type of service.

Posted by Vanessa | November 22, 2019

Top notch attorney!

Shemeka has represented me twice; the first was for a dui, the second was for an interlock violation from that dui. In both cases I feel she got me the best possible outcome. I would recommend her to anyone that needs an excellent DUI lawyer.

Response from Shemeka Hankins November 25, 2019

Thank you so much for the kind words! We strive to provide the best service on every case.

Posted by Ken | October 17, 2019

Professional, Prepared, Knowledgeable & Experienced

Ms. Hankins represented me for a reckless driving charge. Invictus Law should be your first call. She was thorough, prepared, and walked me through the process so I knew what to expect in court. She was very responsive to all of my calls or texts in a very timely manner. During court, it was readily apparent she had great working relationships with everyone - judge, bailiff, clerk, and the ticketing officer all greeted or acknowledged her with a smile. Bottom line, facing a misdemeanor charge, I walked out with a reduced judgement and no criminal charges. All my interactions with Ms. Hankins and the Invictus staff were professional and straightforward. Invictus Law has my strongest personal recommendation.

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Response from Shemeka Hankins October 21, 2019

Thank you for the kind review - we strive to provide every client with this service.

Posted by AJ | February 26, 2019

Best service ever

Shemeka was wonderful she fought hard for us and we received great results. She really cares!

Response from Shemeka Hankins February 27, 2019

Thank you for submitting this review. I hope to provide this level of service to everyone who hires me.

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AVVO RATING 10.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

Senior Associate Attorney
Invictus Law
2019 - Present

Assistant Commonwealth's Attorney
Office of The Commonwealth's Attorney
2012 - 2018

Associate Attorney
The Law Office of Kenneth L. Singleton
2012 - 2012

Education

Regent University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2011

College of William and Mary
English
2004

Legal Cases

Commonwealth v. Sanderson
Felony Dismissed

Commonwealth v. Jackson
DUI Dismissed

Commonwealth v. Sorrell
Felony Dismissed

Associations

Virginia Women Attorneys Association
Executive Board Member
2017 - Present

South Hampton Roads Bar Association
President
2018 - 2019

Virginia State Bar, Young Lawyers Conference
Board of Governors Member
2016 - 2020

Languages Spoken

English

Honors and Awards

Local Bar Leader of the Year
Virginia State Bar
2020

2020 Up and Coming Lawyer
Virginia Lawyers Weekly
2020

Public Practitioner of the Year
South Hampton Roads Bar Association
2017

Significant Service Award
Virginia State Bar, Young Lawyers Conference
2016

Significant Service Award
Virginia State Bar, Young Lawyers Conference
2015

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Publications

Virginia Lawyer (Virginia State Bar)
We Must Combat Racial Disparity and Create a More Diverse Legal Profession
2017

Speaking Engagements

Solo and Small Practitioner Forum
Clerk's Panel on Local Practice and Procedure
2019

12th Annual African American Male Summit
Laws that Affect Kids
2019

Attorney endorsements

Received (5)

Given (6)

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Katherine Currin

Litigation Attorney | Jul 28
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Ms. Hankins is an excellent attorney. She is always informed on the most up-to-date legal matters, and is quite convincing in her arguments."

Charles Nucciarone

Criminal defense Attorney | May 08
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Hankins draws on her valuable experience to provide quality, thoughtful answers to those seeking information on Avvo's Q&A section. She is an asset to our legal community."

Kerrianne Waters

Unknown Attorney | Apr 30
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Hankins is an asset to those on Avvo, answer questions using her experience and knowledge to provide quality answers."

Lu Aloupas

Criminal defense Attorney | Feb 26
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Hankins is one of the most knowledgeable criminal lawyers I know. She has years of experience handling drug and DUI cases - as well as other criminal matters - and is an attorney I would contact if I were facing these charges. Her years in the Commonwealth’s Attorney’s office provided her with top-notch training and access to police task forces on a daily basis. Now in private practice, Ms. Hankins provides her clients with the benefits of that knowledge, training, and experience that gives her an edge in the courtroom not many defense attorneys have. I also know Ms. Hankins through her membership in the Virginia Women Attorneys Association and her leadership role in the Southampton Bar Association. She is committed to building strong relationships in all areas of her practice as well as her time away from the office. This commitment translates to an exceptional attorney/client experience. I recommend Ms. Hankins without reservation."

Elizabeth Trent

Criminal defense Attorney | Feb 18
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms Hankins is a compassionate and fierce advocate for her clients. She is incredibly knowledgeable in Virginia criminal law from her many years as an assistant prosecutor in arguably one of the busiest jurisdictions in the Commonwealth. She was a fair and reasonable minister of justice and will bring that same reasonableness and fairness to her defense of the Tidewater community. You can't do better than Ms Hankins!"