Lesley S Atkinson

Lesley S Atkinson

5.0
Rating: 7.3

Licensed for 23 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Baltimore
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense, Personal Injury ... +4 more

7516 Belair Road, Baltimore

About Lesley

Biography

Practice Areas

7

Practice Areas

DUI and DWI 40%

Driving While Impaired, Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol and Motor Vehicle Administration Hearings

23 years

40%
Criminal Defense 20%

Misdemeanor and Felony Charges Assault and Battery, Domestic Violence, Property Crimes, Theft, Drugs

23 years | 500 cases

20%
Personal Injury 18%

Automobile Accidents and Premises Liability.

23 years

18%
Family 10%

Divorce, Child Custody, and Child Support

23 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 400-400 per hour

Contingency

25%-40%

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Maryland for 23 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 2002

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in District of Columbia for 20 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 2006

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Atkinson & Mentzer, Llc

7516 Belair Road, Baltimore, 21236

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Lesley S Atkinson's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

4 Client Reviews

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Posted by Scott | June 15, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Great Lawyer

He was hired at the start of covid lock downs. This was a challenging case due to the nature of my ( now ) ex wife. He was amazing. He made sure I got everything taken care of in the divorce. Couldn't be happier that it's finally over. Was always easy to get in contact with and his office was very he...lpful and informative.

Posted by Bonnie | March 10, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Wills & Living Wills

Goes the Extra Mile

Mr. Atkinson provided me legal assistance, with a contract my will. He placed phone calls on my behalf and drew up paperwork to my specifications, while also providing advice for my estate. Mr. Atkinson took the time to explain the legalize in an understandable way. He went the extra mile for me a...nd it is clear he had my best welfare in mind.

Posted by lucia | November 16, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Family

Nice/very reasonable

Les represented me in court related to family law, and handled other legal issues for me. He was always a good listener to the specifics, and his office hires good/approachable/professional personnel. I am so biased against attorneys, but Les showed me there is still a few conscious, reasonable lawye...rs out there. He's down to earth, easy to work with, can relate on parent/family issues, and very considerate with fees.

Posted by anonymous | June 17, 2015 | Criminal Defense

Awesome Lawyer

Les always kept me well informed! He never talked 'down to me' or made an assumption that I should automatically understand all the court mumbo jumbo; he explained everything in detail and lamens terms. He was always there when I called; he even answers text messages! He got me out of a jam, lemme... tell you! I was facing upto 6 years (I wont go into specifics) and he got me off w/dropped sentences w/2yrs probation and 40hrs community service! I highly recommend him!

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Experience

Rating:  7.3 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2009 - Present

Partner, Atkinson & Mentzer, LLC

2005 - 2009

E-Discovery Attorney, Electronic Discovery Attorney

2003 - 2005

Associate, Law Office of Charles Mentzer

2002 - 2002

Legal Intern, Honorable Paul Alpert

2002 - 2003

Contract Paralegal, Special Counsel

Associations

2013 - Present

Maryland Criminal Defense Attorneys' Association

Member

2012 - Present

Baltimore County Bar Association

Member

2012 - Present

Hiss United Methodist Church

Member

2006 - Present

DC Bar Association

Member

2009 - 2012

Asian American Bar Association

Member

2002 - 2015

Maryland State Bar Association

Member

2002 - 2012

University Baptist Church

Member

Education

2002

University of Baltimore School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1996

University of South Carolina

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2017

Maryland Volunteer Lawyers Service

Criminal Expungements and Child Support

2015

Maryland Volunteer Lawyers Service

Re-Entry Into the Workplace

Languages

English

Activity

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