Virginia Beach Criminal Defense and Real Estate Lawyers
The creation of an effective criminal defense strategy often comes down to two factors: knowledge of the law and a full grasp of the facts. At the Virginia Beach, Virginia, law firm of The Law Offices of Patrick D. Lowder, P.C., our two-member attorney team combine decades of experience and legal knowledge with scientific expertise. The result? A formidable criminal defense team that has successfully fought for the rights of thousands of people facing criminal charges.
Over 35 Years of Criminal and Civil Law Legal Experience
Of-counsel attorney David Hay has practiced criminal law since 1974. He served as a deputy city attorney for Virginia Beach from 1976 to 1998, and has prosecuted charges including traffic violations, DUI/DWI and violent crimes. Since 1998, he has worked as a criminal defense attorney, and is thoroughly knowledgeable regarding legal options in all criminal law-related legal matters.
Expert Skills at Examining and Questioning Evidence
Firm lawyer Patrick (Pat) Lowder is an experienced attorney and, additionally, holds a Ph.D. degree in organic chemistry and is a former researcher in the life sciences industry. Mr. Lowder is also a registered patent attorney. Mr. Lowder understands the theory of how Breathalyzers work and how alcohol levels in the blood may be measured. Mr. Lowder and Mr. Hay are particularly pleased to take your case if you have been charged with DWI/DUI involving an energy drink, such as Red Bull®, Sparks®, Tilt® and Full Throttle®, and alcohol, or a drug alcohol interaction.
Experience Combined with Expertise
Mr. Lowder and Mr. Hay have worked together on many cases, combining hands-on courtroom experience with expert evidence investigation skills. We have challenged numerous police reports and breath and blood results, and have won full acquittal and reduced or dismissed charges for hundreds of clients.
Contact Us
If you have questions regarding the legal defense of traffic, DUI/DWI, drug or other charges, or civil law or real estate litigation, contact our firm for a free initial phone consultation. We accept credit cards, charge reasonable and affordable rates, offer payment plans, speak French and work with Spanish interpreters whenever needed. We are conveniently located right off I-264 next to Mount Trashmore. To contact us, call 757-962-1189 or 757-428-8488.
