Atty. Vicki Lopez
Attorney Vicki Lopez is a Certified Criminal Law Specialist who devotes 100% of her practice to criminal defense. She has decades of experience representing clients in the entire spectrum of criminal matters, from misdemeanors to major felonies, such as homicide and sex offenses.
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Vicki Lopez is a dui/dwi, criminal defense, and white collar attorney based in Scottsdale, Arizona, practicing at Rosenstein Law Group. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Admitted to practice in Arizona, State Bar of Arizona (1985). Educated at Arizona State University (J.D., 1985) and Arizona State University (B.A. Political Science, 1981). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: General Practice (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — DUI / DWI Defense (2026). Serands clients in Scottsdale, AZ and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Attorney Vicki Lopez is a Certified Criminal Law Specialist who devotes 100% of her practice to criminal defense
- She has decades of experience representing clients in the entire spectrum of criminal matters, from misdemeanors to major felonies, such as homicide and sex offenses
- Vicki received a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Arizona State University and a master’s in International Politics from the University of Southampton, England
- She graduated from Arizona State College of Law in 1985
- She is licensed to practice in the State of Arizona, the Federal District Court for the District of Arizona, and the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals
- Vicki practiced criminal law as a public defender for years, handling thousands of criminal cases and taking hundreds of cases to trial
- Vicki’s expertise and skills as a trial attorney have made her legendary in the local legal community
- She is known to be a powerful and vigorous advocate for her clients in the courtroom
- In 2008, she became one of a select group of lawyers to become certified by the State Bar of Arizona as a Specialist in Criminal Law
- Less than 1% of lawyers in Arizona are Board Certified in Criminal Law by the Arizona Board of Legal Specialization
- Vicki regularly speaks at conferences sharing her knowledge, skills, and creative practices on trial and defense strategies with other defense attorneys
- She is an active member of various professional organizations, including Arizona Attorneys for Criminal Justice (AACJ) and The National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (NACDL)
- Vicki resides in Phoenix
- She has two daughters, and both of them are attorneys
- She enjoys various arts and crafts as an outlet for her artistic side works out, and is an avid NFL fan
- She grew up in Chicago but now lives in Phoenix, so her two favorite teams are the Chicago Bears and the Arizona Cardinals .Attorney Vicki Lopez has completely dedicated her practice of law to criminal defense and is committed to providing the absolute best possible criminal defense to those accused
- If you or a loved one have been accused of a criminal offense, Vicki will offer honest, thoughtful, and expert advice to help you achieve the best possible outcome in your case
- Contact Vicki Lopez today for a FREE consultation by calling (480) 248-7666 or online here at https://www.scottsdale-duilawyer.com/contact/
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Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in Arizona
Practicing law in Arizona. Legal matters in Arizona are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Scottsdale are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Arizona state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Arizona brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Arizona courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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