$ 360-360 per hour
James Allen Steele
About James
Biography
Whether writing a will, guiding a client through a probate estate, reviewing a contract, or advising a landlord on best practices, Mr. Steele is committed to developing efficient processes that reduce complex legal issues into manageable pieces.
Practice Areas
9
Practice Areas
Landlord or Tenant
25%
12 years | 772 cases
General Practice
22%
19 years | 453 cases
Probate
19%
7 years | 172 cases
Speeding and Traffic Ticket
13%
19 years | 6,180 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Virginia for 13 years
State: Virginia
Acquired: 2012
No misconduct found
Licensed in New York for 16 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2009
No misconduct found
Licensed in North Carolina for 18 years
State: North Carolina
Acquired: 2007
No misconduct found
Location
Law Office of James Steele PLLC
3048 Brambleton Ave. SW, Roanoke, VA, 24015
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James Allen Steele's Reviews
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Practice Areas
Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Criminal Defense
Posted by Ben | April 24, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Money well spent
Same situation as Michael. Reckless driving reduced to faulty equipment. Also I live out of state so was a bit concerned about coordinating things. But prompt, knowledgeable and courteous interactions with lawyer and office staff on phone and email made whole process unexpectedly simple.
Posted by anonymous | October 03, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
VA Speeding Ticket
Mr. Steele was successful in getting my sentence DRAMATICALLY reduced. Could not be more happy with the outcome.
Posted by Joan | April 29, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
A reckless driving charge is not a joke
I hired James Allen Steele's law firm after I was stopped for driving way too fast (although I was going at the same speed as most of the other drivers). This happened at a speed trap on I-85. The charge was reckless driving, a misdemeanor. This is a very serious charge, with the potential to ruin my...
Posted by Manuel | January 06, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Professional Representation
I was charged with reckless driving on I-81 near Salem VA. Mr.James Steele represented me in the Salem traffic court and my case was reduced to a very minimal I am super pleased with the way he handled the entire process. I recommend this Attorney to handle all speeding violations. Thank You Mr. St...
Posted by Tarik | July 23, 2015 | Criminal Defense
Great Represenataion
I had some excellent service from Mr. Steele in my recent problem for reckless driving on I-81 close to Salem VA. He represented me in one of the local courts and my case was dismissed with only courts fine and an 8 -hour class for good driving lessons. Thanks
James Allen Steele's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Steele is an intelligent and even-keeled attorney who works tirelessly for his clients. I am thoroughly impressed with his legal acumen and his down-to-earth disposition."
"As a fellow attorney, I know Mr. Steele to be a smart, experienced attorney who does a great job for his clients. I give him my highest recommendation."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is very knowledgeable. His keen analysis and and focus on client's interests is comforting. When my wife and I needed an independent attorney, James was our first choice."
"I endorse this lawyer. James is a great attorney, and understands how to problem-solve and provide the highest level of service."
"I endorse this lawyer. James is a nice guy who is well liked- important characteristics for a trial attorney."
"James’s ability as an attorney cannot be overstated. His knowledge of the law is encyclopedic. Most importantly, he bends over backwards to make sure his clients are satisfied."
"I endorse this lawyer. James does an excellent job both in and out of court for his clients. He is experienced and diligent and gets the best possible results for them."
"I endorse this lawyer. James Steele has a good deal of experience in these matters and a knowledgeable and experienced staff as well."
"Mr. Steele is a very knowledgeable and charismatic representative of his clients. He is truly both an Attorney and Counselor at Law."
"Mr. Steele is very knowledgable in his areas of practice and handles his cases with the utmost due diligence."
Rodney Jefferson
Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer
Walter Booth
Business lawyer
Matthew Jones
Litigation lawyer
James Steele
Immigration lawyer
Eric Lansing
Criminal defense lawyer
Steve Baker
Criminal defense lawyer
Matthew Schottmiller
Criminal defense lawyer
Melvin Williams
Civil rights lawyer
Ross Hart
Landlord or tenant lawyer
Hyatt Shirkey
Debt collection lawyer
George Hunt
Criminal defense lawyer
Christopher Roop
Criminal defense lawyer
Mark Daniel
Criminal defense lawyer
Bradley Thompson
Criminal defense lawyer
Minerva Steele
Personal injury lawyer
Melissa Nicholson
Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer
Raford Bussey
Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer
Ryan Hershey
DUI and DWI lawyer
Adam Roark
Estate planning lawyer
Justin Steele
Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer
Experience
Honors
2021
10 Best Criminal Defense Attorneys, Expertise
2016
Client's Choice 2016, Avvo
2016
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2016
Top Lawyer, The Global Directory of Who's Who
2016
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2005
CALI Award - Property I, Center for Computer-Assisted Legal Instruction
Work Experience
2012 - Present
Owner, The Law Office of James Steele PLLC
2010 - 2012
Client Manager, Rational Enterprise
2010 - 2010
Associate Attorney, Boies Schiller & Flexner
2007 - 2010
Associate Attorney, The Law Office of Mark T. Atkinson
Associations
2017 - Present
Virginia Academy of Elder Law AttorneysMember
2017 - Present
Salem/Roanoke County Bar AssociationMember
2015 - Present
Roanoke Valley Estate Planning CouncilMember
2012 - Present
Roanoke Bar AssociationMember
2017 - 2018
National Academy of Elder Law AttorneysMember
Sample of Legal Cases
90mph Reckless Driving Reduced
Class 1 Misdemeanor reduced to minor infraction
Education
2007
Wake Forest University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2003
Tennessee Technological University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2016
REI Weekly Meeting
FHA Standards Regarding Tenant Screening
2016
Real Estate Investors Masterminds Monthly Meeting
FHA Standards Regarding Criminal Records
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Am I allowed to get a public defender for a reckless driving 94 on a 70 mile road?
08 Sep 2016
Q&A
Can I get a ticket for an expired inspection sticker while driving an automobile not my own?
12 Aug 2016
Q&A
What is the fine in Virginia for Law Section 46.2-613 Improper use of tags
05 Aug 2016