How much does it cost to hire Andre for a car accidents case?

Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Andre walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

Does Andre offer a free consultation?

Andre charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Andre's office. Some car accidents attorneys offer free consults — check Andre's current terms during booking.

How long do car accidents cases in Virginia typically take?

Simple car accidents matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Andre gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

Can Andre take my case if I'm outside Charlottesville?

Andre is licensed in Virginia. Matters governed by Virginia law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Andre will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

What should I bring to my first meeting with Andre?

Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Andre will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

Is Andre accepting new car accidents clients right now?

Andre's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

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Andre Aris Hakes, Car Accidents Attorney in Charlottesville, Virginia

Over 30 years of legal practice · focused on Car Accidents, Criminal Defense, and DUI/DWI · 5.0/5 rating from 4 verified client reviews

Criminal Defense & DUI AttorneyatTucker Griffin Barnes P.C.

Charlottesville, VA

Practicing car accidents in Charlottesville since 1996.

30+: Years practicing
5.0 ★: 4 client reviews
1: Bar admission

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Andre Aris Hakes is a criminal defense & dui attorney based in Charlottesville, VA. The practice focuses on Car Accidents, Criminal Defense, and DUI/DWI. Andre has over 30 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Tucker Griffin Barnes P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 4 client reviews.

Based in: Charlottesville, VA
Experience: over 30 years
Known for: Car Accidents · Criminal Defense · DUI/DWI

Handles Car Accidents, Criminal Defense, and DUI/DWI matters from Charlottesville, VA.
Over 30 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
Recognized with BV Distinguished.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Andre takes on

Andre concentrates on car accidents, criminal defense, dui/dwi, education, and expungement. Each area below outlines the kind of case Andre handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Car Accidents cases in Charlottesville, Virginia

Andre takes car accidents matters in Charlottesville, Virginia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Andre agrees to represent you.

Criminal Defense cases in Charlottesville, Virginia

Andre takes criminal defense matters in Charlottesville, Virginia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Andre agrees to represent you.

DUI/DWI cases in Charlottesville, Virginia

Andre takes dui/dwi matters in Charlottesville, Virginia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Andre agrees to represent you.

Education cases in Charlottesville, Virginia

Andre takes education matters in Charlottesville, Virginia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Andre agrees to represent you.

Expungement cases in Charlottesville, Virginia

Andre takes expungement matters in Charlottesville, Virginia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Andre agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Andre Aris Hakes — car accidents lawyer in Charlottesville

A “double Hoo” graduate of the University of Virginia, (1993 CLASS, 1996 LAW); Charlottesville attorney André Hakes has 20+ years experience as a practicing attorney in Charlottesville, Virginia and the surrounding areas. Ms. Hakes is currently a partner at the law firm of Tucker Griffin Barnes, handling criminal defense and DUI cases. To the art and science of criminal defense, Ms. Hakes bring prosecutorial and police educator experience, and a long, successful track record defending clients on murder, sex crimes, drug charges, DUI, embezzlement, assault, and many other criminal allegations. Ms. Hakes has a reputation for "out-working" her opponents in preparing for trials.

Ms. Hakes practices regularly in Charlottesville, and the counties of Albemarle, Fluvanna, Greene, Louisa, Madison, Nelson and Orange, and travels outside those jurisdictions on a case-by-case basis.

Señora Hakes habla español, y frecuentemente asiste personas quienes no hablan ingles.

Local Headlines from several of Ms. Hakes' Criminal Defense Cases

[The results obtained under one set of circumstances cannot be a predictor of future results.]

FREE MAN: Morris avoids 2nd murder trial - The Hook, August 27, 2009

Unenforceable: Unshoveled sidewalk cases thrown out - The Hook, March 16, 2010

Man found innocent of embezzling from Little League - Daily Progress, May 6, 2010

Harris found not guilty in murder case - Daily Progress, November 29, 2012

Beaulieu Only Gets Eight Years for Abduction - CBS 19, August 7, 2013

Judge Drops Two Felony Charges Against Man Shot by County Police in Charlottesville - Daily Progress, January 31, 2014

Not Guilty Verdict in Rape Case - Albemarle County Circuit Court, December 18, 2014

Ex-Charlottesville Youth Pastor to Serve Only 30 Days for Sexual Abuse - Daily Progress, January 28, 2016

Man Not Guilty in Augusta County Rape Case - The News Leader, March 10, 2017

Judge Declares Mistrial in UVA Sexual Assault Case - Daily Progress, March 28, 2017

[The results obtained under one set of circumstances cannot be a predictor of future results.]

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Working with Andre on a car accidents matter

Who Andre represents

Andre reviews new inquiries case-by-case for car accidents, criminal defense, and dui/dwi matters in Charlottesville and the surrounding Virginia area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

University of Virginia
J.D. English · 1996
University of Virginia
B.A. English · 1993

Jurisdictions

Andre's state bar admissions

Virginia
1996 · ACTIVE

Andre studied at J.D. English in University of Virginia and B.A. English in University of Virginia.

Law school and academic background

Andre completed J.D. English in University of Virginia and B.A. English in University of Virginia. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Andre runs in Virginia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Andre has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

BV Distinguished

Legal awards and honors

BV Distinguished.

Affiliations

Andre's professional memberships and bar associations

Virginia State Bar Charlottesville Bar Association
membership

Locations

Andre Aris Hakes's office in Charlottesville

Andre's primary office is at Rio West Building, 307 West Rio Road, Charlottesville, VA, 22901. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Tucker Griffin Barnes P.C.

Rio West Building, 307 West Rio Road

Charlottesville, VA 22901

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Andre Aris Hakes — 5.0/5 rating from 4 verified client reviews

Every review below is from a verified client of Andre. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing car accidents attorneys in Charlottesville.

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Hiring guide

How to hire Andre Aris Hakes — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new car accidents attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Andre usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Andre charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Andre's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Andre will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a car accidents attorney in Charlottesville, Virginia

A short list to run through before you commit: How many car accidents matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Andre

Andre discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in car accidents practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every car accidents matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Andre confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Andre's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many car accidents practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Andre Aris Hakes

How much does it cost to hire Andre for a car accidents case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Andre walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Andre offer a free consultation?
Andre charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Andre's office. Some car accidents attorneys offer free consults — check Andre's current terms during booking.
How long do car accidents cases in Virginia typically take?
Simple car accidents matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Andre gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Andre take my case if I'm outside Charlottesville?
Andre is licensed in Virginia. Matters governed by Virginia law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Andre will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Andre?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Andre will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Andre accepting new car accidents clients right now?
Andre's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Car Accidents attorneys serving Charlottesville, Richmond and Alexandria in Virginia

Andre handles car accidents matters throughout Virginia. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified car accidents attorneys in that community.

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