Marcelino Gustav Lopez

Marcelino Gustav Lopez

also known as Marc Lopez

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 19 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Indianapolis, IN
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense, Personal Injury

120 E. Market, Suite 710, Indianapolis, IN

About Marcelino

Biography

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Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Contingency

33%-33%


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Licenses

Licensed in Indiana for 19 years

State: Indiana

Acquired: 2006

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Marc Lopez Law Firm

120 E. Market, Suite 710, Indianapolis, IN, 46204

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Marcelino Gustav Lopez's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

179 Client Reviews

Showing 11 - 15 of 37 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by anonymous | August 02, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Knowledgeable, experienced, to-the-point

I sent out a few probes to a handful of lawyers on Avvo on the Sunday before my Tuesday hearing. I was pressed for time and needed consultation and representation quickly. Marc called me within a few minutes and gathered some information and quickly was moving along with a plan. Other attorneys I ...contacted either did not respond or responded through a secretary after my hearing had elapsed. From the start he made me feel optimistic about my case but kept it realistic. He made sure I knew the gravity of the matter and that my life would very likely get difficult in the near future. But he kept me optimistic. With his representation we could get a far better resolution. He was absolutely right. Despite having a prior OWI conviction, Marc was able to use his knowledge to reduce my potential conviction from a felony to a misdemeanor. (This was very circumstantial to my case so please understand it's unlikely applicable to many other cases). This was huge and it was one of the first things he was able to tell me on our first contact. Throughout several hearings and pre-trial conferences he and his team kept me informed and optimistic. From my experience, it is very difficult to understand when and what to expect. They used their knowledge to inform me of how things would happen, what was likely to happen, and were honest when it was difficult to say what might be expected. In the end, Marc and his team were able to get my case dismissed. Like before, this was circumstantial to my case. But it wasn't luck, it was Marc's knowledge and experience and planning. I really do not believe I could have reached this resolution with another attorney.

Posted by Michael | July 03, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

A Champion for the People

Marc Lopez and his Team are true professionals. From the moment you hire Mr. Lopez you know you are in good hands. His knowledge of the law in unmatched. I was treated with respect and integrity and my case was handled with great care and attention. It was amazing watching Mr. Lopez maneuver the cour...troom and obtain justice for me. Thank You Lopez Law!

Posted by William | January 15, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Help in a Confusing Time (OWI)

Marc and his team were there for me in one the most confusing and stressful times of my life. From the very beginning of deciding to go with Marc it was clear that they were looking out for my best interest while making sure I had a better understanding of my situation. In the end it was very cle...ar that I had made the right decision. My case was dropped down to a lesser charge and I could finally breathe again. I will recommend Marc to everyone I know going through a tough legal time due to his commitment to his clients, his knowledge of the whole legal process, and his personal touches of calling me to make sure I knew where I was and to follow up on how great my particular case had gone. He is a great guy and I am very thankful to call him my lawyer.

Posted by LMS | September 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Knowlegable and EFFECTIVE

In April 2016, I was arrested for a DUI - first ever. Still hard to believe that I ended up in that position. The morning I was released, I began searching for attorneys. I had left a message for the first one who came up in my search engine – and Marc was actually the 2nd attorney I called – it was ...7am in the morning – and he answered his phone. He talks fast and was VERY matter of fact with EVERYTHING I needed to do in order to put this all behind me. Throughout the ordeal, Marc guided me and informed me what to expect, what I needed to do, and how to put this incident behind me. He informed me this would be expensive – but it wasn’t as expensive as losing time in jail or worse consequences. There were several hiccups with what I needed to do in order to go on non-reporting probation, but I was finally able to get everything completed. I HIGHLY recommend Marc and his power team he has put together. He knows what the expectations are – he knows what you need to do to receive the best possible outcome – and he doesn’t jerk you around with fluff that doesn’t matter. This was the scariest event I have ever been involved in, and one of the ONLY things that mentally got me through it was Marc’s confidence, knowledge, and assurance that he had my back and was “taking care of it”. Marc never pushed me or forced me to do anything I didn't want to do - he was definitely in support and in service of whatever I wanted to do regarding my case. He is BUSY - but that is because he is such a remarkable attorney, and overall, a genuinely NICE human being. Frankly, I have never cared for attorneys because I feel that they talk down to people - I never once felt that way with Marc. He was a God-send into my life for this situation and I would recommend his services to anyone in need of an attorney - not just for a DUI. THANK YOU MARC!!!!!!

Posted by Oscar | September 01, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Appeals

Best Attorney!!!!

I am 150% satisfied with Marc's services! He is the best attorney I've had out of quite a few I had in the past. He is very positive and determined and will look out for your best interest. He not only fought my case in the best way possible but also gave me great advice throughout the entire period ...my case was active. Suggesting the best choices for me and making my process easy with the way he handled his job. He offered many appeals and kept looking for the best options for me until I found one I was satisfied with. My case was a complicated one and many other lawyers I had in the past didn't do what Marc did for me. Thanks to Marc I had the best options and I'm thankful for his work. I would definitely recommend him!!!!! THANKS MARC!

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Marcelino Gustav Lopez's Lawyer Endorsements

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Megan Pastrana

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Marc is a very detailed and thoughtful attorney who works very hard for his clients. He is a great advocate and makes sure his client's interests are zealously protected."

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Lorie Brown

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Marc is one of the sharpest lawyers I know. He thinks through his cases and looks at different angles to poke holes in the prosecutor's case. He is also not afraid to try cases which is rare these days. He is not looking for the quick settlement. He does what is in the best interest of his clients. He cares about his clients and will go the extra mile for them. I would highly recommend him for criminal matters."

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Brendan Rodman

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 19

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Cunningham

DUI and DWI lawyer | Mar 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've had the pleasure of getting to know Marc through the Indiana State Bar Association's Leadership Development class. He is an experienced attorney with a passion for serving his clients and others. He is outgoing and his engaging personality will immediately put you at ease, which is something that can really help clients through hard times. Marc is also willing to help other attorneys with questions. I recently had a DUI case that had some technical issues regarding the procedures the police used. Marc looked over the case and was quick to point out issues in the case and to guide me through the proper steps to challenge the evidence. Long story short, I was able to get breath test results (.204!) suppressed, and save my client from serving a significant jail sentence. I'm proud to know Marc and I highly endorse this lawyer!"

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Meghan Lehner

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Marcelino Lopez is a very knowledgable and skilled attorney who advocates tirelessly for his clients. I would highly reccommend him to anyone who needs a criminal defense attorney."

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Chris Devlin

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 19

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Marc on many DUI/OWVI cases in the past. I do not hesitate to recommend him to help you with your DUI case."

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Gregory Spencer

DUI and DWI lawyer | Nov 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Mark Nicholson

DUI and DWI lawyer | Sep 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is the real deal. I have recommended close friends and family to him on DUI/DWI cases. He really knows the law when it comes to those types of cases."

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Stephen Bowling

DUI and DWI lawyer | Feb 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I met Marc at an advanced DUI seminar last year. He is smart and committed to fighting for his clients. If I had a DUI in Indiana I would hire Marc to fight for my Not Guilty! His dedication to continuing his education demonstrates his commitment to fighting the charges!"

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Chris Bugbee

DUI and DWI lawyer | Feb 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mark is an amazing attorney and businessman. He is extremely hard working and passionate about helping his clients get the best possible outcome. I highly endorse him."

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Benjamin Glass

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Marc is a rising superstar in the DUI world. In a market where there are a lot lawyers who compete for your case on the basis of price, you have to be very careful about who you choose. There will always be someone charging the least in any market area and yes, in law, you usually get what you pay for. I highly recommend that if you or a loved one have been arrested for DUI or another serious offense that you call Marc now. He's easy to talk to and will arm you to make the right decisions for your life."

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John Watkins

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jun 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Sean Hessler

DUI and DWI lawyer | May 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Marc knows what he's doing! He has helped me brainstorm a couple issues that led to great results for my clients. A scholar and a gentleman. I respect his opinion."

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Matthew Chapel

DUI and DWI lawyer | Mar 17

Relationship: Other

"Marc Lopez is a an experienced and aggressive trial lawyer. That means the Marc has not only a number of years in practice, but, he is constantly in court representing people who have been accused of crimes. I have worked with Marc on a number of occasions where we, as trial lawyers, work on our skills. In addition to bringing his natural talent to the table, Marc is constantly open to learning new skills. But, what I find most encouraging about Marc, is that he also practices the basic fundamental skills of trial advocacy. Whenever anyone asks me to refer them to a trial lawyer in Indianapolis, I give them Marc's number. I know that if they call Marc, they are in good hands."

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Clare Corado

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I frequently refer DUI and other criminal cases to Marc and his firm, and my clients have always raved about their services. I highly recommend him."

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Jill Rogers

Unknown lawyer | Mar 09

Relationship: Other

"An aggressive attorney who represents clients well. I endorse this lawyer."

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Enrique Flores

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 14

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Christopher Eskew

DUI and DWI lawyer | Sep 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Marc is a very knowledgeable and personable lawyer with great knowledge in DUI law."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | May 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Guy Haskell

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jamison Allen

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Michael Cunningham

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Zachary Bailey

Criminal defense lawyer

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Megan Pastrana

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Matthew Moore

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Jason Cleveland

Discrimination lawyer

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Joshua Brown

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Lorie Brown

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Stephen Bowling

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Chris Bugbee

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Benjamin Glass

Car accident lawyer

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Christopher Eskew

Criminal defense lawyer

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Naun Benitez

Immigration lawyer

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Todd Ess

Criminal defense lawyer

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Timothy Hixson

Criminal defense lawyer

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Mark Deniz

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Joseph Indusi

Criminal defense lawyer

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Michael Viscosi

Criminal defense lawyer

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Matthew Olszewski

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2017

Top Lawyers in Indiana, The Legal Network

2017

Mastering Scientific Evidence in DWI/DUI Cases, National College for DUI Defense

2016

2016 Nationally Ranked Top 10 Under 40 Attorney Award, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys

2016

Blood Alcohol Analysis and Trial Advoacy, The National College for DUI Defense

2016

Blood Drug Analysis and Trial Advoacy, The National College for DUI Defense

2015

Top 40 Under 40, The National Trial Lawyers

2015

Top Lawyers in Indiana, The Legal Network

2015

Client Distinction Award, Lawyers.com

2015

Science as Your Best Defense, National College for DUI Defense

2014

Top 40 Under 40, The National Trial Lawyers

2014

Top Lawyers in Indiana, The Legal Network

2014

Intoximeter EC / IR II Operator Training Course, Alfred E. Staubus, PhD

2013

Indiana Rising Star Attorney, Indiana Super Lawyer

2012

Indiana Rising Star Attorney, Indiana Super Lawyer

2011

Indiana Rising Star Attorney, Indiana Super Lawyer

2010

Certificate of Completion of Standardized Field Sobriety Testing, Platt & Associates

2010

Indiana Rising Star Attorney, Indiana Super Lawyer

Work Experience

2009 - Present

Attorney, Marc Lopez Law Firm

2008 - 2009

Deputy Prosecutor, Marion County Prosecutor's Office

2002 - 2008

Associate, Lee Cossell Kuehn & Love

Associations

2010 - Present

National College of DUI Defense

2010 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

2003 - Present

Indiana Trial Lawyers Association

2003 - Present

Indiana State Bar Association

Sample of Legal Cases

Felony Criminal Recklessness with a Deadly Weapon - Not Guilty

Not Guilty

DUI / OVWIcase with Marijuana

Not Guilty of DUI / OVWI.

DUI / OVWI DISMISSED

Dismissed after State presented their case

DUI with accident reduced to Leaving Scene of an Accident

DUI reduced to Leaving the Scene of an Accident.

Asleep in Car is Not a DUI

Not Guilty

Not Guilty on Close DUI / OVWI Case

Not Guilty of DUI / OVWI

DUI & SDP Dismissed

Dismissed

DUI Checkpoint Determined to be Illegal

Stop was Invalid

Dismissal after suppression

Dismissed.

DUI at Drive Through Dismissed

Suppression Granted. State then dismissed the charges.

Battery Case Dismissed

Dismissed the day of trial.

Misdemeanor Case dismissed

Dismissed the day of trial

Drunk Driver Found Outside Vehicle

Not Guilty on all counts. Despite circumstantial evidence, Judge finds lack of operation and no actual or constructive possession of marijuana.

Driver in crashed vehicle accused of Drunk Driving

Not Guilty on all counts.

Foreign Student Accused of Drug Possession

Successfully dismissed after Defendant took drug class and finished community service.

Not Guilty on OVWI / DUI Charges

Not guilty

Jury finds not guilty on felony neglect

Not Gulity on Felony Neglect of a Dependent.

DUI reduced to Public Intoxication

DUI charge reduced to Public Intoxication

DUI with Crash

Not guilty of on all counts. Judge expressed frustration that State was confused on multiple details in this case. And while the Judge believed in his heart that Defendant drove drunk that night the State did not meet their burden.

Indianapolis Doctor accused of DUI / OVWI

Not guilty of on all counts.

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Education

2015

National College of DUI Defense

DWI means Defend with Ingenuity

2015

Trojan Horse Method

2014

National College of DUI Defense

DWI Means Defend with Ingenuity

2013

National College of DUI Defense

Intensive Summer Session in DUI Defense at Harvard Law School

2011

Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College

2006

Indiana University School of Law, Indianapolis

JD

2003

DePauw University

Speaking Engagements

2016

MCPD Columbus Day CLE guest speaker

Specialized Drivers License

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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