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Top best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Phoenix | 95 available

95 Criminal Defense lawyers are available in Phoenix, Arizona. These lawyers are rated between 3.6/5 to 4/5 and 63% provide free consultation with fees ranging from $44 to $82 per hour.

Richard Gaxiola Criminal Defense Lawyer Richard Gaxi... Michael D. Kimerer Criminal Defense Lawyer Michael D. K... Margarita Silva Criminal Defense Lawyer Margarita Si... Blake Whiteman Criminal Defense Lawyer Blake Whitem...
Active Lawyers

57 - 95

Hourly Fees

$212 - $501

Free Consultations

44% - 82%

Average Rating

3.6 - 4.0 ★

Criminal Defense Case Statistics Overview

Criminal Defense Case Timeline

Min3Max18

Criminal defense cases in Phoenix typically resolve in 3 to 18 months, depending on complexity, court schedules, and case type.

Phoenix Court Backlog

Low500Medium1200High2200

The estimated backlog reflects the number of pending criminal cases in Phoenix courts, which can fluctuate with filing rates and court resources.

Criminal Defense Phoenix Filing Volume

Min350Max700

Phoenix sees an estimated 350 to 700 new criminal defense filings per month, based on public court data and local trends.

Criminal Defense Case Outcomes

Pre-litigation15Post-filing30Trial5

Pre-litigation resolutions (dismissals, diversions) occur in about 15% of cases, post-filing plea agreements or dismissals in 30%, and trial acquittals in roughly 5%.

95 Criminal Defense Lawyers Found Near You

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Avvo Rating: Rated 4.9 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Richard Gaxiola
Location: Phoenix 85004
Firm: Gaxiola Law Group

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Phoenix and surrounding areas.

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Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Joel Erik Thompson
Location: Phoenix 85012
Firm: Phillips and Associates Law Offices, P.C.

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Phoenix and surrounding areas.

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Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Michael D. Kimerer
Location: Phoenix 85012
Firm: Kimerer and Derrick, P.C.

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Phoenix and surrounding areas.

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Debra A. Hill
Location: Phoenix 85012

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Phoenix and surrounding areas.

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Avvo Rating: Rated 3.7 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.9 out of 5

Margarita Silva
Location: Phoenix 85013
Firm: Silva & Fontes

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Phoenix and surrounding areas.

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Adnan Horan
Location: Phoenix 85012
Firm: Horan Law Offices, P.C.

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Phoenix and surrounding areas.

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Avvo Rating: Rated 1.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.3 out of 5

Blake Whiteman
Location: Phoenix 85004
Firm: Ridenour Hienton & Lewis PLLC

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Phoenix and surrounding areas.

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Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.9 out of 5

Sonya Underwood
Location: Phoenix 85012
Firm: Underwood Law Offic

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Phoenix and surrounding areas.

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Avvo Rating: Rated 3.5 out of 5

Gregory E. McClure
Location: Phoenix 85012
Firm: Dodge, Anderson, Mableson, Steiner, Jones and Horowitz, Ltd.

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Phoenix and surrounding areas.

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Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

James J. Schollian
Location: Phoenix 85012
Firm: Phillips & Associates

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Phoenix and surrounding areas.

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Avvo Rating: Rated 3.3 out of 5

Kirk A. McCarville
Location: Phoenix 85016
Firm: Kirk A. McCarville, P.C.

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Phoenix and surrounding areas.

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Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Nancy D. Petersen
Location: Phoenix 85016
Firm: Law Offices of Nancy D. Petersen, P.L.C.

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Phoenix and surrounding areas.

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Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.3 out of 5

John Blischak
Location: Phoenix 85034
Firm: The Law Office of John W. Blischak

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Phoenix and surrounding areas.

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Avvo Rating: Rated 3.9 out of 5

Alex E. Navidad
Location: Phoenix 85003

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Phoenix and surrounding areas.

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Avvo Rating: Rated 3.8 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.9 out of 5

Michael Eskander
Location: Phoenix 85004
Firm: Alcock & Associates, P.C.

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Phoenix and surrounding areas.

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Avvo Rating: Rated 3.8 out of 5

Kenneth F. Huls
Location: Phoenix 85012
Firm: Kimerer and Derrick, P.C.

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Phoenix and surrounding areas.

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Avvo Rating: Rated 3.7 out of 5

Joseph E. Abodeely
Location: Phoenix 85007
Firm: Joseph E. Abodeely

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Phoenix and surrounding areas.

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Avvo Rating: Rated 3.7 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.7 out of 5

Christopher Callahan
Location: Phoenix 85012
Firm: Fennemore Craig

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Phoenix and surrounding areas.

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Avvo Rating: Rated 3.3 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.3 out of 5

Clark Porter
Location: Phoenix 85012
Firm: Osborn Maledon Pa

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Phoenix and surrounding areas.

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Avvo Rating: Rated 3.5 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.5 out of 5

Michael Benchoff
Location: Phoenix 85013
Firm: Michael E. Benchoff, Ltd.

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Phoenix and surrounding areas.

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Avvo Rating: Rated 3.4 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.4 out of 5

Michael Leal
Location: Phoenix 85012
Firm: Michael A Leal Plc

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Phoenix and surrounding areas.

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Avvo Rating: Rated 3.4 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.4 out of 5

James Jellison
Location: Phoenix 85012
Firm: Jellison Law Offices PLLC

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Phoenix and surrounding areas.

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Avvo Rating: Rated 3.4 out of 5

Amy Wilemon
Location: Phoenix 85004
Firm: Mehrens and Wilemon, P.A.

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Phoenix and surrounding areas.

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Avvo Rating: Rated 3.4 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.4 out of 5

John Gustafson
Location: Phoenix 85004
Firm: Charles B. Gustafson, P.C.

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Phoenix and surrounding areas.

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Avvo Rating: Rated 3.3 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.3 out of 5

David Eisenberg
Location: Phoenix 85004
Firm: David Eisenberg Plc

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Phoenix and surrounding areas.

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