Vicki Lopez

Vicki Lopez is a criminal defense attorney at Rosenstein Law Group in Scottsdale, Arizona. There, she represents clients throughout the state in various criminal matters such as:

• Minor misdemeanors 
• Homicide 
• Sex offense cases
• DUI / DWI concerns
• Expungements

Ms. Lopez earned her undergraduate degree in political science from Arizona State University before pursuing international studies at the University of Southampton in England, where she completed a master's in international politics. She returned to Arizona to attend Arizona State University Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law, graduating in 1985. That same year, she was admitted to practice in Arizona state courts, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit and the U.S. District Court for the District of Arizona, credentials she has maintained throughout her career.

Throughout her professional journey, Ms. Lopez has been a formidable advocate for her clients. Her approach to criminal defense is characterized by vigorous representation and powerful courtroom advocacy. 

The legal community has recognized Ms. Lopez's accomplishments with numerous accolades. Best Lawyers named her "Lawyer of the Year" for 2025 in Criminal Defense: General Practice. She has also been included in The Best Lawyers in America for 2024 and 2025 for her work in multiple areas, including criminal defense and DUI/DWI defense. Phoenix magazine has highlighted Ms. Lopez as a Top Criminal Defense Lawyer in both 2023 and 2024, while she has received a Distinguished peer-review rating* through Martindale-Hubbell in 2024.

Ms. Lopez maintains professional affiliations with the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and the Arizona Attorneys for Criminal Justice, connections that help her stay ahead of developments in criminal law. Her certification as a Criminal Law Specialist by the State Bar of Arizona, achieved in 2008, reflects her demonstrated proficiency and commitment to this field. 

*AV®, AV Preeminent®, Martindale-Hubbell Distinguished and Martindale-Hubbell Notable are certification marks used under license in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell certification procedures, standards and policies. Martindale-Hubbell® is the facilitator of a peer-review rating process. Ratings reflect the anonymous opinions of members of the bar and the judiciary. Martindale-Hubbell® Peer Review Ratings™ fall into two categories – legal ability and general ethical standards.