Its advisable to define what a DUI Attorney is first   They are attorneys who represent individuals who have been accused with driving under the influence charges.   This is a hefty charge in most States and could result in a meaningful fine, deprivation of license or jail time if you are found culpable.  Each of these effects are to be avoided if at all possible.

There could be sizeable repercussions of getting a DUI record (being determined guilty of DUI).  Firstly it can have a damaging impact on your private and professional believability.  If you are supposed to be a tower of the community having such a record may be a substantial credibility issue — it just does not seem great.