Nicholas Ryan Hobbs

Nicholas Ryan Hobbs

also known as Nick Hobbs

3.3
Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 20 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Hampton, VA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Federal Crime, Land Use & Zoning

21-B East Queens Way, Hampton, VA

About Nicholas

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 30%

Traffic, DUI / DWI, Assault, Possession, Sex Offense, Larceny, Fraud, Drugs, Sexual Assault, Battery, Burglary, Trespass, Malicous Wounding, Murder

30%
Federal Crime 30%

Drugs, Bank Robbery, Car Jacking, Murder, White Collar Crimes

30%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 20 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 2005

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Hobbs & Harrison

21-B East Queens Way, Hampton, VA, 23669

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Nicholas Ryan Hobbs's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

3.3 /5.0

7 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | 5 stars

Posted by anonymous | September 22, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

PASSION AND INTEGRITY

God sent Mr. Hobbs to me like an angel in a very confusing difficult time. I did not truly understand what I was being charged with and why. Mr. Hobbs is not only passionate about his career he has a passion for bringing justice back to those who get mixed up in the confusing legal processes. His pro...fessionalism is more than STELLAR!!!!

Posted by anonymous | May 23, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents

REPRESENTED MY WIFE

My wife received a citation for a traffic accident that wasn't her fault. I remembered what I had always been taught, not to argue at the scene. Let my lawyer do the talking. Nicholas Hobbs was eloquent in the court room and dealing with the police officer so we were able to have the case dismissed. ...This guy knows what he is doing.

Posted by anonymous | June 02, 2012

Excellent lawyer!

I could not have been happier with the results. He is very knowledgeable and kept me informed about my case. Well worth the fee.

Posted by Melissa | June 02, 2012 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Very Satisfied Former Client

Mr. Nick Hobbs provided me great peace of mind during a very difficult time. Consistently available and prompt, he was extremely professional. He responded quickly to all of my calls or e-mails. He went above and beyond in many ways, including networking and making contacts out of the immediate ar...ea on behalf of my family. He exhibited extreme patience as he listened to concerns relating to the case from various family members even when that meant, at times answering the same questions again and again until all parties understood completely. He made my family feel that we were his only clients. He was knowledgeable about all the circumstances of our case and he made sure that we all understood as well. I felt completely informed on how our case would unfold. I truly believe that the outcome of our case went extremely well because of the professionalism and expertise of Mr. Hobbs.

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Nicholas Ryan Hobbs's Lawyer Endorsements

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Geneva Perry

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 28

Relationship: Co-worker

"Nick and I were colleagues in two prior firms. I appreciated how seriously Nick viewed every single case. He doesn't make any assumptions on facts or law - he works the case. He's also personally very approachable and I always feel comfortable that any client I refer to him will be treated with respect, regardless of the situation in which they find themselves. I endorse this lawyer."

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Scott Ehrenworth

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Plain and simply a great lawyer who I would let represent me in a split second."

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Michael Gaten

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Nick has a fantastic legal mind that is second to none. I have had the pleasure of knowing Nick as a prosecutor and now as criminal defense attorney and he always brings excellence in to the courtroom. Nick has also spent many years cultivating positive relationships with opposing counsel and police officers that serve to benefit his clients."

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Robert Herron

Criminal defense lawyer | May 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Hobbs is a reliable and skilled attorney. He is well-respected in the legal community, and he is part of a great legal team at Hobbs & Harrison. I strongly endorse Mr. Hobbs."

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Joseph Verser

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Nick is a conscientious, dedicated criminal defense attorney. He is very thorough and persuasive in his defense of those accused of crimes. As a lawyer's lawyer, I would hire him if I were in a jam."

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Bryan Harrison

Federal crime lawyer | Aug 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Nicholas. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Brian Decker

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Nick is a great guy and fantastic attorney. I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Robinson

Criminal defense lawyer | May 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Knowledgable, professional and a tenacious litigator. I've had the pleasure of working with Nick Hobbs as a prosecutor and seeing him zealously defend client's as a defense attorney. Without a doubt, Nick is at the top of my list of attorneys in Hampton Roads."

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Brian Smalls

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Brian Thoman

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 14

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Mr. Hobbs is an intelligent, well prepared, and zealous advocate for his clients. I had the pleasure of working along side him for many years, as well as serving as opposing counsel in many cases. Mr. Hobbs will always work tirelessly to achieve the best results for his client. He is a great attorney and a good friend. I heartily endorse this attorney."

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Mario Stellute

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Patrick Murphrey

DUI and DWI lawyer | Dec 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Nick is an experienced attorney with strong integrity that works hard, both in and out of the courtroom, for his clients."

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Matthew Ballard

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 06

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Noah Weisberg

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Partner, Hobbs & Harrison

2012 - 2015

Attorney, McDermottWard

2008 - 2012

Attorney, Jones Blechman Woltz & Kelly

2007 - 2008

Prosecuting Attorney, Newport News Commonwealth's Attorney

2005 - 2007

Attorney, Law Office

Associations

2017 - Present

Aberdeen Gardens Historical Foundation

Board of Directors

Virginia State Bar

Member

Newport News Bar Association

Board of Directors

Virginia Trial Lawyers Association

Hampton Bar Association

Peninsula Town Center CDA

Hampton Golf Course Advisory Commission

Northampton Little League

Board of Directors

Northampton Swim Team

Board Chairman

Education

2005

Regent University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2001

Old Dominion University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

N/A

Virignia Tech

Speaking Engagements

2009

P.A.L.S.

Traffic and Criminal Law

Publications

2011

Virginia Trial Lawyers Association Driving Safely Through Traffic Court

2009

Oyster Pointer Melendez-Dias: The Case Heard Round the Defense World

2009

Oyster Pointer Reckless Driving: What You Should Know

Activity

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