Gordon Thompson – At a Glance
- Location: Phoenix, Arizona (serving all of Arizona)
- Practice: DUI & Criminal Defense only
- Experience: 47 years / 6,000+ clients
- Fee Structure: All-inclusive flat fee of $2,800–$3,300, no hidden costs
- Consultations: Free, available online or by phone/text
- Technology: HIPAA-encrypted email, secure video conferencing, body cam video access
Gordon Thompson is a Phoenix, Arizona DUI and criminal defense attorney licensed in Arizona since 1982, with 47 years of experience and more than 6,000 cases. His practice is limited entirely to DUI and criminal defense — he does not handle any other area of law.
Important: Arizona’s 30-Day MVD Hearing Deadline
After a DUI arrest in Arizona, you have only 30 days to request a Motor Vehicle Division (MVD) hearing or your driver’s license will be automatically suspended. Gordon Thompson files this request immediately for every client as the first step in every case.
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As an Affordable Phoenix DUI Lawyer I know an arrest for a DUI or other criminal charge means you are no longer in control of your life.
You may have to:
- Stop driving
- Attend many court and counseling sessions, thus jeopardizing your job
- Serve jail time
- Drive only a vehicle equipped with an ignition interlock device for years
- Lose your job
- Lose custody of your minor children.
As a Phoenix DUI Lawyer I have helped over 6,000 DUI & Criminal law clients take back control of their lives
Gordon Thompson’s practice is limited exclusively to DUI and criminal defense in Arizona. He handles misdemeanor DUI, Extreme DUI (BAC .15 or higher), Super Extreme DUI (BAC .20 or higher), drug DUI, and related misdemeanor criminal charges. He appears in Municipal and Justice Courts throughout Maricopa County, Pinal County, and select courts in Northern Arizona.
- I prevent the immediate suspension of my client’s driver’s license
- I limit their appearances for court and counseling
- I use my 47 years of experience to try to get the Best Result possible for my clients. The best result could be a dismissal, a reduced charge, or a trial verdict of not guilty
- If there is a conviction, I help my client avoid or lessen the many adverse consequences of a conviction
- I represent clients charged with DUI and other criminal offenses primarily in Municipal and Justice Courts throughout the Valley in Maricopa County (Phoenix, Scottsdale, Tempe, Mesa, Chandler, Gilbert, Paradise Valley, Glendale, Peoria, Avondale, El Mirage, Surprise, Goodyear, Litchfield Park, Buckeye), Pinal County (Apache Junction, Maricopa and Casa Grande), and a few courts in Northern Arizona.
My job as an Affordable Phoenix DUI Lawyer is to see each case through my client’s eyes
Each client is a unique individual. An arrest may trigger actions which are different for one client than for others. My job is to anticipate and minimize the consequences for each client and their family.
I have designed my Affordable Phoenix DUI Lawyer practice as if I were the client
If I were the client, what I would expect my lawyer to do? I would expect my lawyer to:
- Keep me fully informed as the case progresses
- Let me see all of the evidence against me, including body camera videos
- Respond to my questions and telephone calls on my schedule not the lawyer’s
- I would want my lawyer to know what unique problems a DUI could have on me and my family
- Give me all the information I need to make an informed decision about my case. The case would be mine and not my lawyer’s and I have to make the decisions.
This is what I would expect my lawyer to do and so this is what I give to my clients. Personalized Service is my responsibility alone.
Cutting Edge E-Service
- I use Encrypted email with HIPAA level security to send information to my clients
- Text messaging for notices & reminders
- Secure online client access to dash or body camera videos
- One-click secure & convenient video conferencing available.
My fee agreement contains no hidden fees or costs or trial fees. All-Inclusive Reasonable Flat Fee of $2,800–$3,300 with affordable payment plans.
A better outcome than you think may be possible.
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Phoenix DUI & Criminal Lawyer – 47 Years Experience
Serving Arizona including Maricopa County and the cities of Avondale • Buckeye • Chandler • El Mirage • Fountain Hills • Gilbert • Glendale • Goodyear • Maricopa • Mesa • Paradise Valley • Peoria • Phoenix • Scottsdale • Tempe • Tolleson
Frequently Asked Questions – Phoenix DUI Attorney
How much does a Phoenix DUI attorney cost?
Gordon Thompson charges a flat fee of $2,800–$3,300 for most misdemeanor DUI cases in Arizona, with no separate trial fee, no hidden costs, and affordable payment plans available. This all-inclusive fee covers everything from the initial MVD hearing request through trial if necessary. See the fee agreement page for details.
What courts does Gordon Thompson appear in?
Gordon Thompson appears in Municipal and Justice Courts throughout Maricopa County (Phoenix, Scottsdale, Tempe, Mesa, Chandler, Gilbert, Glendale, Peoria, Avondale, Surprise, Goodyear, Buckeye), Pinal County (Apache Junction, Maricopa, Casa Grande), and select courts in Northern Arizona.
Can a DUI charge be dismissed in Arizona?
Yes. Possible outcomes include dismissal, a reduced charge, or a not-guilty verdict at trial, depending on the evidence. Grounds for dismissal may include an unlawful traffic stop, improper breath or blood test procedures, or constitutional violations. Gordon Thompson has achieved these results over 47 years of practice.
Will I lose my driver’s license after a DUI arrest in Arizona?
A DUI arrest in Arizona triggers an automatic MVD suspension process. You have only 30 days from the date of arrest to request a Motor Vehicle Division hearing to contest the suspension. If no request is made within 30 days, the suspension takes effect automatically. Gordon Thompson files this hearing request immediately for every client as the first step in every case.
About Gordon Thompson – Phoenix DUI Attorney
Gordon Thompson earned his law degree from Syracuse University College of Law and has been a licensed Arizona attorney since 1982, with 47 years total of legal practice. He was admitted to the State Bar of New York in 1979. He is a member of the State Bar of Arizona. His practice is limited exclusively to DUI and criminal defense matters in Arizona — he does not handle any other area of law. He has represented more than 6,000 clients. Gordon Thompson practices as a solo attorney, which means every client works directly with him — not a paralegal, not a junior associate. He handles all aspects of each case personally, from the initial MVD hearing request through pretrial motions, negotiations, and trial if necessary.
DUI & Criminal Defense Services in Phoenix, AZ
Gordon Thompson defends clients charged with:
- Misdemeanor DUI – First and repeat offenses under A.R.S. § 28-1381
- Extreme DUI – BAC of .15 or higher under A.R.S. § 28-1382
- Super Extreme DUI – BAC of .20 or higher under A.R.S. § 28-1382
- Drug DUI – Prescription or controlled substances
- Criminal Defense – Misdemeanor charges in Arizona courts
Arizona DUI Law – Key Statutes
Under A.R.S. § 28-1381, Arizona’s standard DUI statute, it is illegal to drive with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of .08% or higher, or while impaired to the slightest degree by alcohol or drugs. Arizona has one of the most aggressively enforced DUI statutes in the country. A.R.S. § 28-1382 covers Extreme DUI (BAC of .15 or higher) and Super Extreme DUI (BAC of .20 or higher), both of which carry mandatory minimum jail sentences that cannot be suspended or converted to home detention on a first offense. A.R.S. § 28-1383 governs Aggravated (felony) DUI, which applies when a suspended or revoked license is involved, when a passenger under 15 is in the vehicle, or when a prior felony DUI conviction exists. Aggravated DUI is a Class 4 or Class 6 felony in Arizona and carries mandatory prison time. Gordon Thompson has defended clients under all of these statutes.
Why Phoenix DUI Clients Choose Gordon Thompson
- 47 Years of DUI & Criminal Experience – More courtroom experience than most firms have combined
- Solo Practice – Direct Attorney Access – You work with Gordon Thompson personally, not a paralegal or junior associate
- Flat Fee, No Surprises – One all-inclusive price of $2,800–$3,300 covers everything including trial, with no add-on fees
- 6,000+ Clients Represented – Proven track record across Maricopa and Pinal County courts
- Free Consultations – Available online, by phone, or by text
Phoenix-Area Courts Where Gordon Thompson Practices
Gordon Thompson regularly appears in the following Arizona courts:
- Phoenix Municipal Court
- Scottsdale City Court
- Tempe Municipal Court
- Mesa Municipal Court
- Chandler Municipal Court
- Gilbert Municipal Court
- Glendale Municipal Court
- Peoria Municipal Court
- Surprise City Court
- Goodyear Municipal Court
- Avondale Municipal Court
- Apache Junction Justice Court
- Maricopa Municipal Court (Pinal County)
- Casa Grande Municipal Court
Page last reviewed and updated: June, 2026 by Gordon Thompson, Arizona State Bar licensed attorney.