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ATTORNEY MONTE KULIGOWSKI has been defending clients since 1997 and has won cases at every judicial level of the state, including the Supreme Court of Virginia (See, White v. Commonwealth, 267 Va. 96 (2004)). Monte is also licensed to practice law in federal District Court, the U.S. Court of Appeals, 4th Circuit, and the United States Supreme Court. He has won cases in both state and federal court.
Attorney Monte has experience with misdemeanor and felony cases from petty larceny to first degree murder. Monte has a wide range of experience with DUI/DWI cases, including second offense, refusal, elevated BAC, felony, blood draw, watercraft and even operating an aircraft under the influence case. And he has defended thousands of clients for reckless driving.
Monte's legal writings have been published in law journals by the law schools at Duke, Virginia, Richmond, Samford and St. John's. His article, "Rethinking DUI Law in Virginia," is published in Vol. 42, Issue 2 of the University of Richmond Law Review. His article, "A Critical Review of Gibson v. Commonwealth," is published in Vol. 29, No. 2 of the Justice System Journal, a peer-edited journal published by the National Center for State Courts. Attorney Kuligowski has been interviewed and quoted by Virginia Lawyers Weekly and local media on landmark legal cases. Monte's work is quoted in Wikipedia's section on the Equal Protection Clause of the United States Constitution.
Monte has represented almost every class of citizen, including enlisted military personnel, high ranking military officers, blue collar workers, white collar workers, law enforcement officers, professors and fellow attorneys.
Monte represents clients in the cities of Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Chesapeake, Portsmouth, Hampton, Suffolk, Newport News, Northampton County, Southampton County and throughout the state of Virginia.
"I take my cases seriously and work hard to protect the legal rights and interests of my clients." --Atty. Monte Kuligowski
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1718 N. King St., Second Floor, Hampton, VA, 23669
11815 Fountain Way, Newport News, VA, 23606
76 Client Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | February 09, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Family lawyer
Honestly words couldn't explain. Went from a F and M to nothing. He literally when in knowing I would get off and didn't want to plea at all. Made me feel confident.
Posted by Devin | December 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Superb representation!!!
I received tickets traveling out of state and was completely beside myself . I contacted Atty Monte Kuglioski of the Legal Defense Center and they were very willing to help me and not only that but they helped to ease my fears . It was such a real experience... I was treated like a person not a num...
Posted by Lauren | December 12, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Great experience
Me and my father hired Mr. Kuligowski to help me with a ticket I recieved for disregarding a highway sign. He got my evidence prepared and was very confident in our case, which eased my stress. The only negative thing i can say is that the secretary was a little behind on keeping me updated. But the ...
Posted by anonymous | October 17, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Excellent work, Immaculate Professional
Mr. Kuligowski had may case dismissed in a matter of minutes. I went from a reckless driving ticket to out the front door in less than five minutes. HE has been successful in lowering charges or having them dismissed for everyone I have recommended to him.
Posted by anonymous | June 15, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Professional all the way
I am from New York driving down to Virginia Beach for a little sun and relaxation. Driving through all the towns and municipality the speed zones changes often. I was not as attentive as I should have been and got ticketed and charged with reckless driving. I was doing 72 in a 45 mile zone. This ...
"I endorse this lawyer having known Monte for many years. I know his clients are in good hands as my referrals report timely professional legal advice given based on his experience."
"I endorse this lawyer. His willingness to contribute to the AVVO community along with the substance of those contributions displays an attorney that is ready, willing and able to zealously advocate for his clients. I wouldn't think twice about referring a potential client to Mr. Kuligowski."
"I have known Monte since law school where we were class mates. He is extremely intelligent and a hard worker. I would and have recommended him to anyone needing legal defense."
"I endorse Monte Kuligowski because I regularly see him fighting for his clients when I am in Virginia Beach. He has a reputation for strong advocacy and integrity."
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Top 20 Criminal Defense Attorneys, Expertise.com
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Legal Elite -- Best Criminal Defense Attorney, Virginia Beach, New World Report
2019
Best Car Accident Lawyers in Virginia Beach -- Top 18, Expertise.com
2019
Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Virginia Beach -- Top 20, Expertise.com
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Top 20 Criminal Defense Attorneys, Expertise.com
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Clients' Choice Award, AVVO
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Best Criminal Defense Attorney -- Virginia Beach, North America News -- Legal Elite Awards
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Client Satisfaction - Top 10 DUI/DWI Attorneys in Virginia, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys
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Membership invitation top 100 criminal defense trial lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers
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Top Hampton Roads Lawyers, Coastal Virginia Magazine
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Nationally Ranked - Superior, The National Advocacy for DUI Defense
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Regent Law Review - Research Editor, Regent University Law School
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Principal Attorney, Monte E. Kuligowski, P.C.
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Senior Trial Attorney, Hampton Injury Law, PLC
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Owner, Attorney, Legal Defense Center
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