Local Attorneys Serving The Roanoke Valley The days of the general practice firm are over. When you face personal legal matters, you need an attorney with experience in that specific area of law. The Roanoke lawyers of Lumsden & Potter, PLC, provide focused representation in three main areas of practice: Work injuries: Our firm has more than three decades of localized workers’ compensation experience in Roanoke. We work diligently to secure the best outcome for you by analyzing complicated medical issues and identifying the long-lasting effects a workplace injury can have on your health. Our attorneys will use their extensive knowledge of Virginia workers’ compensation law to protect your rights, and pursue any third-party personal injury claims. Family law: Our attorneys have an exceptional reputation concerning both the resolution and litigation of divorce and family law disputes. This reputation is in large part due to their thorough understanding of the financial matters and calculations involved in divorces, separations, and spousal and child support negotiations. We are dedicated to achieving results through agreements and mediations, but our attorneys are prepared to litigate these cases if necessary. DUI defense: Our attorneys have in-depth procedural and technical knowledge of field sobriety tests, preliminary breath tests, EC/IR II and constitutional issues. With this knowledge, our attorneys have achieved exemplary results in DUI and driving impairment trials in Southwest Virginia. We have an extensive knowledge of the science behind alcohol-related offenses, which we use to challenge blood alcohol levels and results. We bring the same diligent approach to other criminal charges, misdemeanor or felony. A Team Approach All three of our lawyers practice in these areas of the law, and consult each other to determine the best solutions and strategies for your case. You will always be able to speak to an attorney or paralegal who is familiar with your case.
DUI Defense A conviction for driving under the influence (DUI) in Virginia can trigger steep fines, driver’s license suspension and even jail time. The criminal record and loss of driving privileges can adversely affect your job or future employment. The law firm of Lumsden & Potter, PLC, can help you mount an intelligent, aggressive defense. Our lawyers have extensive experience defending clients against DUI charges in the Roanoke Valley, as well as knowledge of breath alcohol testing and drunk driving arrest procedures. WE FIGHT DUI CHARGES Whether it is your first offense or you have prior DUIs, our advocacy can help challenge the case against you or minimize the consequences. Call 540-491-0159 for a free consultation. Skilled Drunk Driving Defense In Virginia We represent clients in DUI criminal proceedings and the separate administrative license suspension process. Our attorneys have dealt with every scenario: First-time DUI/DWI Repeat offenses or DUI enhancements Refusal of a breath test Driving after suspension for DUI Underage DUI (zero tolerance violation) Drunk driving accidents You may be tempted to accept a plea bargain, especially if the evidence against you is strong. It is important to consult with an experienced DUI lawyer before speaking to the police and before taking any important decisions about your case. In many situations, there are drunk driving defense strategies that can be employed in your favor. Our defense lawyers thoroughly investigate DUI cases to find weaknesses in the prosecutions’ cases. In preparing defense cases, we consider questions such as: Did the police have reasonable suspicion to make the stop? Was the arrest the result of an illegal police checkpoint? Was the officer qualified to administer the field sobriety test? Was the Breathalyzer machine in proper working condition? Was the breath or blood test administered properly by qualified personnel? Our lawyers have extensive knowledge of the EC/IR II, Virginia’s approved breath test machine. This enables us to challenge the scientific evidence in your case as well as the circumstances of your arrest. Our vigorous defense has resulted in many acquittals, dismissals and favorable plea deals for clients. Alcohol-Related Offenses We regularly represent adults and youths charged with other alcohol offenses, including open container in a vehicle, underage drinking and drunk in public. We work to dismiss the charges or keep them off your record to avoid consequences for college or employment. Our Localized Knowledge Makes A Difference We represent clients in the criminal courts of Roanoke, Salem and Bedford, as well as the courts of Roanoke County and surrounding jurisdictions. DUIs are handled differently by each of these courts. Our familiarity with local procedure and individual prosecutors and judges is a distinct advantage when you have so much at stake.