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Neill was born and raised in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Bedford County, Virginia. Following graduation from Washington and Lee University with a BA in Politics, he worked as an emergency services caseworker for Catholic Social Services in Mobile, Alabama. In this position, Neill discovered his love for advocacy…helping clients to overcome difficulties which often seemed insurmountable, and decided to pursue a career in law.
Neill attended law school at the University of Kentucky, College of Law, where he graduated with his law degree in 2003. During law school he clerked for the City of Lexington, Kentucky working in the Law Department, as well as the Planning and Zoning Department, where he became well versed in all facets of land use law and municipal law.
During his first three years as an attorney, Neill worked as a prosecutor in Lexington, Kentucky. As a prosecutor, Neill managed a large docket, and gained valuable trial experience. He became adept at the fundamentals of putting on a prima facie case, developed a mastery of evidence, and excelled at the art of argumentation and persuasion.
In 2006 Neill joined the Marine Corps, receiving his commission after 10 weeks of Officer Candidate School. During more than eight years as an active duty judge advocate, Neill served in many exciting positions. He deployed to Ramadi, Iraq with 6th Marine Regiment. He worked for a Navy Command as a military Prosecutor. His favorite billet was serving as a Military Defense Counsel at Camp Lejeune. As a Defense Counsel he represented more than 200 Marines and sailors facing court martial or administrative separation.
Neill left active duty in the summer of 2015 and currently lives with his wife and two young sons in Lexington, Virginia, where he opened his own law practice dedicated to serving clients in city of Lexington as well as the counties of Rockbridge, Bedford, Botetourt, Amherst and Alleghany.
In his free time Neill enjoys spending time in the outdoors with his family. He is a congregant at Saint Patrick’s Catholic Church in Lexington.
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14 East Nelson Street, Suite 102A, Lexington, VA, 24450-2230
4714 Forest Rd., Bedford, VA, 24523
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Posted by Marcus | January 08, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Excellent job
After a previous attorney mass up my case in the District Court for reckless driving 86/70 the judge found me guilty, I decided to appeal for the Circuit Court and hired Neil Wente at this time , he told me exactly what to do and the Circuit Court reduce my ticket to regular violation and no criminal...
Posted by anonymous | November 16, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Highly Recommended
Neill represented me in a Citizen Warrant Reckless Driving case. He was the only attorney in town I talked to who recommended the course of action which ultimately led to him being able to get the charge against me dropped. His fee was well worth it and very reasonable. Neill took great interest i...
Posted by Paula | September 18, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Best Lawyer Ever
My son was driving through Virginia and was pulled over and given a speeding ticket (80/70). This was the first traffic ticket he's ever gotten and it would have caused a steep increase in my auto insurance not to mention points and negative history on his drivers license. I chose Attorney Neill Wen...
Posted by anonymous | September 15, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Excellent Representation
Neill responded to my initial call promptly. He took great care to document details of my case, was sensitive and respectful. Afterwards, he took great care to ensure my scheduling difficulties were addressed. Neill made sure to follow up with multiple phone calls and gave me good advice about how...
Posted by Nikita | August 04, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Amazing Results - Reckless Driving 89/60!
I received a reckless speeding ticket in Botetourt County, one of the most strict counties in VA (89 in a 60.) I was very positive that my license was going to be revoked or worst, I was going to end up with a misdemeanor charge. I was recommended Neill and hiring him as my lawyer was the best thing ...
"Neill is a dependable, hardworking lawyer who takes a personal interest in his clients and making sure he achieves the best results possible. We have worked together on several matters and he always produces great results. My highest recommendation!"
"Neill Wente is the kind of attorney who can see the big picture all at once and who NEVER gives up! He doesn't care what it takes to get it done for you, he'll do it. Laid back but super smart, you can't go wrong with Neill!"
Consumer protection lawyer
2017
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2016
Top Contributor Award, AVVO
2016
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers
2015
Nave and Marine Corps Commendation Medal, United States Marine Corps
2010
Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal, United States Marine Corps
2009
Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal, United States Marine Corps
2009
Iraq Campaign Medal, United States Marine Corps
2008
Continuing Legal Education Award, Kentucky Bar Association
2015 - Present
Principal, Neill Wente, Attorney at Law
2014 - 2015
Prosecutor, Navy Region Mid-Atlantic, United States Marine Corps
2011 - 2014
Assistant Staff Judge Advocate, MARFORCOM, United States Marine Corps
2009 - 2011
Defense Counsel, United States Marine Corps
2008 - 2009
Deputy Regimental Judge Advocate, RCT-6, United States Marine Corps
2006 - 2015
Judge Advocate, United States Marine Corps
2004 - 2006
Prosecutor, Lexington/Fayette Kentucky
2003 - 2003
Law Clerk/Legal Department, Lexington/Fayette Kentucky
2002 - 2003
Law clerk/ Zoning Department, Lexington/Fayette Kentucky
2015 - Present
Lexington Bar AssociationMember
2004 - Present
Virginia State BarMember
2003 - Present
Kentucky Bar AssociationMember
Reduced to midemeanor based on case law prohibiting one of the prior DUI convictions from out of state from being used to elevate this DUI to a felony.
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JD - Juris Doctor
1997
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2014
Processing Officer Misconduct
2014
Administrative Separations Processing
2012
Law of War and Rules of Engagement
2009
Rules of Engagment and the Law of War
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