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I have practiced criminal law since 2015. With my experience as a former prosecutor, I bring a unique outlook to your case.

I have been practicing law for over two decades.. I've litigated and won jury trials involving negligent road design, nursing home abuse and financial exploitation of vulnerable adults, insurance agent negligence and insurance bad faith, medical malpractice, premises liability cases and motor vehicle personal injury cases. When it is in the client’s best interest, I will settle cases through negotiation and mediation.. After graduating from high school in Newington, Connecticut, I worked for small law firm in Hartford. That experience piqued my interest in becoming a lawyer. After earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in Politics and Government from the University of Hartford, I transferred to the University of San Diego where I earned a law degree.. While I was in law school, I worked as a Summer Associate at a large corporate law firm in Stamford, Connecticut. After graduating, I joined the firm but found that I was more interested in litigation and advocacy than corporate representation so I left to firm to serve as Managing Attorney for White Mountain Legal Aid in Show Low, Arizona. There, I represented clients in domestic relations and consumer matters. I later transferred to the Southern Arizona Legal Aid Office, where I focused primarily on domestic relations matters and legislative advocacy.. After nearly four years with Southern Arizona Legal Aid, I joined Goldberg & Osborne and began handling injury cases. I left the firm to become a partner at a local personal injury firm before I joined the Khalidi Law Firm, PLLC in 2013. I found that the Khalidi Law Firm shares my values of client advocacy and honest legal representation.. I litigated a nursing home appellate case which resulted in a published opinion from the Arizona Court of Appeals Division II, Corbett v. Manor Care. I also helped draft legislation on domestic violence and child support and litigated a case on child custody jurisdiction, which resulted in a published Arizona Supreme Court opinion.. I've tried cases in Pima, Maricopa, Navajo, Apache, Santa Cruz, and Cochise counties in Arizona and in the United States District Court for the District of Arizona and in Federal District Court in Pennsylvania and Colorado. I've handled cases in White Mountain Apache and Tohono O’odham tribal courts, as well as the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals and the Arizona Supreme Court.. I have a strong commitment to improving the lives of the vulnerable people in our Tucson community. I have volunteered for non-profit organizations that advocate for victims and served as legal counsel for a study at the University of Arizona on restorative justice for sexual assault cases. I've given presentations on victims’ rights, domestic violence, and nursing home abuse and neglect at the university and to various professional organizations. Currently, volunteer to teach adults how to read.

I have been assisting people in Southern Arizona with Social Security disability claims for more than 20 years. I am prepared to do whatever I can to ensure that you get your Social Security disability benefits. This is a long and complicated process and you owe it to yourself to do everything you can to get the benefits you are due. Don't go to court without a lawyer.

I bring a passion to my work, and I care about each case that I handle.  Picking the right attorney can be stressful, but it doesn't have to be.

I am an attorney and partner at Menard Disability Law. I represent clients in disability claims before the Social Security Administration and the VA.

I am an active volunteer in professional associations and in the Tucson community, donating his time and talent to numerous organizations including Wills for Heroes, where he prepared wills for Tucson firefighters and police officers. He serves on the Board of Directors of Arts for All, whose programs are designed to provide a quality art focus for children, youth and adults with and without disabilities. I serve as a President of the Board of the Directors for the Tucson Jewish Community Center. I am also active with the Community Foundation of Southern Arizona. I was one of the founders of the Tucson Jazz Festival and Tucson Young Tax Professionals, and served on the Executive Committee for the Bankruptcy Section of the State Bar of Arizona. I currently serve as a Ninth Circuit Lawyer Representative. I have been recognized for his pro bono service and his service to the community.. I enjoy exploring different cultures, experiencing the arts and am an avid sports fan.

I am a former felony and misdemeanor prosecutor, past nominee for prosecutor of the year in Arizona, and have handled hundreds of criminal cases. I have worked for the Tucson Prosecutors Office and the Pima County Attorney's Office. I am admitted in Arizona, New York, U.S. District Court in Arizona, and the 9th Cir. U.S. Court of Appeals.. Experienced Tucson Criminal Defense Lawyer. As an experienced Arizona and Tucson criminal defense and DUI lawyer, I have successfully handled hundreds of felonies and misdemeanors throughout Arizona, including: domestic violence, drug crimes, DUI/DWI, federal crimes, property crimes, and violent crimes. I can also assist you or your loved one with Arizona record expungement, reducing felony convictions to misdemeanors, setting aside criminal convictions, restoration of civil rights, restoration of right to possess a firearm, early probation terminations, and the sealing and destruction of certain adult and juvenile records.. Call My Office for a Free and Honest Case Evaluation. If you or your loved one is charged with a crime, or you believe that criminal charges may be forthcoming, I will provide you with a free and honest evaluation of your specific case and circumstances. During your free legal consultation, I will provide you with real, honest information and answers to your questions, such as: Can my case be dismissed? Do I have a viable defense? Will I go to jail if convicted? Are there any alternatives to jail? How is a conviction going to impact my job? Will I lose my driver’s license? Will my probation be monitored? How will my right to vote, or my right to possess a firearm be affected?. Personal and Aggressive Representation. As a solo criminal attorney in Tucson, I personally and aggressively represent each of my clients through all the stages of a criminal case, whether charges have actually been filed or not. Sometimes, I may become involved in a matter even before the police ever file charges. Often, early investigation and negotiations with the prosecutor’s office can result in the prosecutor declining prosecution, or agreeing to reduced charges or favorable conditions of release such as release on recognizance.

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For over 15 years, I have has been practicing law in Tucson, Arizona.  I represent clients in state and federal courts at the trial level and on appeal.  I have had the priviledge to argue before the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals and the Arizona Supreme Court. I speak Spanish fluently and frequently represent Spanish speaking clients in state and federal court.  My practice also focuses on the representation of minors and younger adults charged with criminal offenses, whether in adult or juvenile court.

First and foremost, Ali is a community activist and high school football coach who believes that making positive contributions in ones’ community is an enormous aspect of living a successful and fulfilled life. Ali is also an AV-rated attorney who practices in the areas of labor and employment law, business consultation, commercial litigation and tort law. Ali has litigated a wide variety of employment, traditional labor, corporate and general liability matters. Additionally, Ali has advised and assisted management clients seeking to enforce restrictive covenants and with respect to a multitude of federal and state compliance issues. He also acts as de facto general counsel to a number of significant corporate clients who conduct business across multiple jurisdictions.

Español es mi primer idioma y sé lo que es estar en un pais ajeno en un sistema ajeno sin entender la cultura y los derechos que proponen. Mi primer enfoque siempre es mi cliente y asegurar que entiende el proceso para poder apoyarlo en defender contra acusaciones penales. Inmigre a los EEUU de pequeña y eso me da una ventaja en poder guiarlo y representarlo como si fuera parte de mi familia.. I am a dedicated defense attorney who has worked defending people against serious criminal charges for the last 23 years.  I believe that my client's come first and I work very hard at making sure clients rights are protected at every stage.  I am not here to make a name for myself, my concern is you, your rights and your family.  As a long-time public servant I have worked to make sure that the presumption of innocence continues to mean something and that we do not allow the government to take that away or take it for granted.. I have litigated violent crimes, white collar, criminal immigration, drug charges and sex offenses.  I have also defended juveniles against serious charges like homicide, manslaughter, assault on a federal officer, as well as large conspiracy cases.  I have represented my clients before the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals as well.  Your rights are my concern.

Efthymios Katsarelis is a dedicated Tucson criminal defense attorney at Katsarelis Law Criminal Defense Attorneys, with over 20 years of experience defending clients against criminal charges in Arizona. After years of working in public service, Efthymios returned to private practice in 2021, bringing with him a wealth of knowledge and experience. His passion for criminal law and care for his clients have made him a well-respected attorney in Tucson.. Efthymios’s client-focused approach sets him apart. He believes every case should be handled with personalized attention and is committed to achieving the best possible outcome. His motto, “Let me worry about your case,” reflects his dedication to lifting the legal burden from his clients' shoulders. Whether you are facing charges for domestic violence, drug crimes, DUI, sex crimes, or any other criminal charge, Efthymios will work diligently to provide an effective defense strategy tailored to your unique circumstances.. With a law degree (JD) from Aristotelion Panepistimion Thessalonikis (2004), an LLM from the University of Arizona – James Rogers College of Law (2009), and a law degree (JD) from UIC John Marshall Law School (2011), Efthymios brings a broad, well-rounded educational background to his practice. His international education and years of legal experience allow him to handle even the most complex criminal defense cases, ensuring that his clients' rights are protected at every step of the legal process.. If you're facing criminal charges, contact Efthymios Katsarelis at Katsarelis Law Criminal Defense Attorneys today for a strong defense that aims help you win your case and protect your future.

Christopher M. Jeffrey is the founding attorney at the Law Office of Christopher M. Jeffrey. He earned his bachelor’s degree from the University of Arizona and obtained his J.D. from the James E. Rogers College of Law at the University of Arizona.Chris started his legal career working in the corporate legal sector before starting his own firm in May 2019. He is admitted to both the Arizona state and federal bar and a member of the Pima County Bar Association. Chris is also associated with several non-profits, including the Community Outreach Program for the Deaf and the Volunteer Lawyers Program.

Call for a free consultation.  Since 2010, Michelle Michelson has been representing individuals in their claims for Social Security Disability benefits. She represents claimants at each level of the administrative appeals process and in federal court.. Michelle previously worked at the Arizona Center for Disability Law where she focused on mental health issues. Before that she was an associate attorney with the firm of Corey & Kime, P.C. in Tucson, Arizona. After law school, Michelle had the privilege of working as a law clerk for the Honorable Louis H. Pollak, United States District Court Judge for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania.. Michelle graduated from Washington University School of Law with a J.D. in May 2000 (Class Rank: Top 3%).. In May 1995, she received a Master of Social Work degree from San Francisco State University.

Born and raised in El Centro, California, Riisa Petersen has dedicated her career to protecting the rights of her fellow Arizonans. The Justice System can be difficult to navigate alone, and after nearly a decade practicing law Riisa has built a reputation based on experience, determination, grit and an unwavering dedication to YOU, her client.. Riisa attended law school at Tucson's own James E. Rogers College of Law at the University of Arizona. After graduation, she was immediately hired as a prosecutor in the Pima County Attorney's office, where she specialized in DUI and domestic abuse prosections. It was there that Riisa learned the "prosecutor's playbook.". In time, Riisa decided that her true desire was to defend the accused. She took her knowledge of the "prosecutor's playbook" and was immediately hired into a prominent Tucson firm in the private sector. For the last seven years, she has been working to defend the accused using her firsthand knowledge of prosecutorial tactics. Riisa knows what moves the prosecutor will make against you, making her better able to defend you against them. In addition to criminal defense, Riisa successfully built and managed the Family Law and Domestic Relations wing of the firm in which she became second in command. It would continue to thrive throughout her tenure.. Today, Riisa operates her own practice based on the respect, experience and reputation that she has earned in Tucson's legal community. Her philosophy is simple: YOU are her priority. Your defense is her duty and your right. When you retain the Petersen Law Firm, you won't end up with a nameless first year attorney. You get Riisa, every time.. Don't gamble your future on an "associate" attorney. Experience matters. As a successful trial attorney and litigator with firsthand knowledge on both sides of the criminal system and unparalleled leadership experience in family law, nobody is better prepared to defend your rights and fight for you and your family.

Attorney practicing within the Arizona Attorney General's Antitrust and Privacy Unit.

ATTORNEY BARRY L. BELLOVIN. Barry L. Bellovin is the founder of The Bellovin Law Firm, PLLC. For over 35 years, he has devoted his practice to advocating for people and families in personal injury cases. He has a comprehensive knowledge of Arizona State personal injury law and is devoted to being a legal advocate for injured victims and their families.. Barry’s legal experience includes over 4,000 personal injury cases handled to settlement by way of mediation, arbitration, and litigation. He has a proven history of success in and out of the courtroom, and has recovered millions of for his clients.  Barry is committed to excellent client service, and takes time to personally communicate with clients during all stages of their case. He takes a limited caseload so that he can provide every client with individual attention to ensure they can make informed choices regarding their case, and also have the time to cope and heal their injuries.. Barry graduated from City College of New York with a Bachelor of Arts in Urban Legal Studies and Sociology before graduating with a Juris Doctorate from Hastings College of Law, University of California. Barry is licensed in Arizona, California, and New York. He is a member of the Arizona State Bar, California State Bar, and New York State Bar.

As the father of three (3) intelligent and precocious children, I know how important it is to protect and guide them into an unknown, uncertain and unknowing future.  They deserve all of the assets and assistance they can get to succeed in a future that you, as their parent or guardian, may not see.  Never trust your life or your children's lives with an inexperienced or untested attorney.  Never!  I have over thirty (30) years experience as the lead trial lawyer -- including death penalty and representing major Fortune 100 companies -- but found the criminal and civil aspects of the practice of law unfulfilling.  A good lawyer can effect the lives of those living today while a great lawyer can effect the lives of those who are living and coming of age today, tomorrow and well into the future.  I look forward to being of service to you and your children now, tomorrow and far into that unknown and unknowing future.

As a result of attending a number of court proceedings for friends and relatives (both accused of crimes and victims of crimes) in his teens, Joseph P. St. Louis realized that he he wanted to defend those accused of committing crimes.  From that time on, he has been a passionate advocate for his clients, never having had a desire to prosecute or to practice other areas of law. Now having spent over 35 years practicing law, Mr. St. Louis is the Managing Partner of St. Louis Huffman Law, Arizona's premier DUI and criminal defense law firm. Mr. St. Louis has been recognized for his expertise in handling a variety of criminal defense cases, including major felony cases in both State and Federal courts, as well as DUI defense, DUI homicides, drug offenses, sexual offenses, violent crimes, and murder cases, including death penalty cases.. In 2014, Mr. St. Louis became one of thirteen members of the Board of Regents, charged with overseeing the National College for DUI Defense, the premier national DUI defense organization, with over 1,400 members. Mr. St. Louis has been chosen as one of the best DUI lawyers in Tucson by Tucson Lifestyles magazine. He has been chosen as one of the best attorneys in Arizona by Superlawyers magazine and AZ magazine every year since 2009. Mr. St. Louis is listed in the Best Lawyers in America, and has the highest rating possible given by Martindale-Hubbell, an AV-Preeminent rating.. Mr. St. Louis received his Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of Arizona in 1984, graduating with departmental honors. In 1987, he obtained his Juris Doctor degree from the University of Arizona College of Law. Mr. St. Louis is Certified by the Arizona State Bar as a Specialist in Criminal Law (June 2000 to the present). He is also Certified as a Specialist in DUI Defense by the National College for DUI Defense, recognized by the American Bar Association (July 2012 to the present). Only approximately five percent of attorneys currently practicing are certified as specialists in any area of the law.. Mr. St. Louis is a sought-after speaker on legal issues, and has spoken on a variety of legal topics at legal education seminars sponsored by a variety of State Bar and Defense Attorney organizations in Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Missouri, Mississippi, Montana, New Mexico, New York, Nevada, Ohio, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Texas, and Wisconsin.. Mr. St. Louis is a graduate of the National Highway Traffic Administration’s Student Course on Standardized Field Sobriety Testing, the National Highway Traffic Administration’s Instructor Course on Standardized Field Sobriety Testing, and the American Chemical Society’s Forensic Chromatography Course.. In 2003, at the request of the then-presiding chief judge of the Pima County Justice Courts, Mr. St. Louis served as a part-time Justice of the Peace. In 2006, he also served as the president of Arizona Attorneys for Criminal Justice – Arizona’s leading defense attorney organization, with over 400 members.. Mr. St. Louis has handled death penalty cases, both in state court where he was lead counsel in Pima County’s first death penalty case tried completely to a jury (the client received a prison sentence after Mr. St. Louis convinced the jury not to impose the death penalty), and in federal court where he was found to be qualified as "Learned Counsel," a designation reserved for only the most qualified attorneys handling these cases. Mr. St. Louis has the unique distinction of having had two back-to-back first-degree murder cases in which the judges dismissed all murder charges during trial.. Mr. St. Louis has tried over 200 cases to juries, on both misdemeanor and felony charges, in Federal court and in State courts throughout Arizona. He has also argued cases before the Arizona Court of Appeals, the Arizona Supreme Court, and the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals.. In 2013, Mr. St. Louis was one of four attorneys who conducted a 17 day court challenge to the manner in which blood was being tested in the Scottsdale Crime Laboratory, in the Maricopa County Superior Court, which resulted in the trial court suppressing all blood alcohol evidence in 11 felony cases.. Mr. St. Louis received the Boy Scouts of America's District Award of Merit in 2010.

Amanda practices criminal defense and also provides entrepreneur's / small business legal services by providing concierge-level services for business formation, trademarks, copyrights & important contractual agreements.. Early on in her career as a trial attorney, Amanda discovered a passion for helping other lawyers and aspiring lawyers improve their craft, and I built a reputation as an educator on a variety of topics, including DUI defense, trial techniques, legal ethics, attorney wellness, and productivity. Amanda worked as a law professor for several years prior to opening my AJB Law firm where she combines both trial skills and talent for speaking and teaching,. Amanda’s experience in education provides strength in reducing the complicated and difficult down to the simple and actionable—for clients, opposing counsel, the judge, and the jury.. Amanda’s educational experiences started when she led the Criminal Defense Clinic and taught Trial Advocacy part-time. Later, she became a full-time law professor and law school administrator and taught courses that helped prepare students for success in law school, on the bar exam, and in practice.. Amanda directed the Internship program where she developed and taught a course focused on competencies and foundations for practice, and provided training to attorney-supervisors in best practices for mentoring and guiding externship students.. Amanda continues to train practicing attorneys by regularly teaching CLEs for attorneys focused on mentoring, self-care, and accepting feedback.. Building off her passion for helping others reach their goals and succeed in their careers, and after opening several small businesses, Amanda expanded her legal services to help other small business owners with the protection of their businesses and brands.. Amanda is currently developing several courses and materials that will provide community legal education for pre-law and law students, as well as pro-se litigants that need to represent themselves in court.. Amanda loves learning and leadership. She is a proud Bar Leadership Institute alum and served on the Member Assistance Program Taskforce and the State Bar Professionalism Task force tasked with redesigning learning objectives for the required professionalism course for first-year lawyers in Arizona. Amanda is affiliated with the National College of DUI Defense, National Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys, Arizona Attorneys for Criminal Justice, and the ABA Sections on Business Law, Criminal Justice, Legal Education and Admissions to the Bar, Law Practice Division, Intellectual Property Law, Solo, Small Firm, and General Practice Division, and the Forum on Communications Law

After more than a decade defending all levels of criminal charges from misdemeanors to homicides, Laura left the government to create a private practice as a criminal justice advocate. She was raised in Tucson and cares deeply for the community and the families she gets to work with. Dealing with the courts, the police, and the system is stressful, and with Laura you have an experienced and well-regarded attorney who will work passionately for you. And she does so fluently in either English or Spanish, depending on the needs of her clients and their loved ones.. In her private practice, Laura focuses on each client to help with a wide range of issues from misdemeanors that could impact employment, to victims and parents worried for their children, to high-level arrests that carry maximum sentences.. Laura is known for her dedication and hard work, and she volunteers on a variety of governmental and judicial boards and committees. With Laura, you get personalized attention and a community-wide reputation for high-quality representation.

After more than 20 years as an archaeologist in the environmental consulting sector, I decided on a mid-life career change and enrolled in law school at the U of A in 2009. I was a member of the our national trial team, and participated in four oral argument competitions, winning first place in three of them and placing the second in the other.. After graudation in 2012 I spent nearlly 2 years working in the area of international human rights and doing some mediation work before deciding to pursue a more conventional legal career in criminal defense. I then spent two years as a Law Clerk at the Pima County Public Defenders, where I worked closely with more than 50 trial lawyers on over 400 cases.. I handle both misdemeanor and felony cases. I promise you strong and dedicated representation, ensuring that you are treated fairly and justly throughout all phases of your case. Your best interests are my top priority.

Adam Peterson is an attorney in the litigation department and a native Tucsonan, growing up on the city’s northwest side. After graduating from the University of Arizona, Adam attended law school in the Midwest and spent the early part of his career practicing in Chicago, Illinois; focusing on representing clients in commercial disputes and catastrophic birth injury litigation. Adam has litigated cases throughout the country as well as represented clients in complex class-action matters before the Judicial Panel on Multidistrict Litigation.. Having returned to his hometown, Adam continues to represent and advise clients in commercial, general liability, as well as labor and employment matters. Adam prides himself on taking a practical and cost-effective approach to resolving his client’s legal matters while leveraging his broad litigation experience to obtain the best possible result. For his efforts, Adam has been regularly recognized as a Rising Star by Super Lawyers Magazine.

Adam Dippel received his undergraduate degree from University of California-Berkeley in 2004. In 2012, he received his law degree from the University of Arizona through the Criminal Law and Policy Program, and was admitted to the Arizona State Bar the same year. He then spent five years as a felony trial attorney at the Pima County Public Defender’s Office before starting his own legal practice.. Adam is a dedicated attorney who has a passion for advocacy and protecting his clients’ constitutional rights.  He is also committed to guiding his clients and their families through what can be a difficult process. Adam’s experience includes defending a wide variety of criminal matters and achieving successful outcomes. He has significant trial experience involving charges ranging from simple drug possession to first-degree murder.. He is a member of the Arizona Attorneys for Criminal Justice, and the Morris K. Udall Inn of Court.

A native Tucsonan, Bern Velasco received his JD, Summa Cum Laude, from the James E. Rogers College of Law at the University of Arizona in 2017.. Bern represents clients in the Arizona Federal District Court, Arizona Court of Appeals, Superior Court, Justice Court, and administrative settings including the Office of Administrative Hearings and Registrar of Contractors. Bern has litigated several complex cases with numerous parties and tens of millions of dollars in controversy.. Bern’s primary areas of focus include construction, commercial litigation, and appeals in which he represents owners, contractors, subcontractors, businesses, and municipalities. He also defends businesses and municipalities in statutory and tort actions. Although not a primary area of focus, Bern also joins his colleagues for trial in high profile, wrongful death plaintiff’s cases because they value his writing, argument, and appellate experience.. Prior to joining Mesh Clark Rothschild, Bern clerked with the Honorable Peter J. Eckerstrom, Chief Judge of the Arizona Court of Appeals, Division Two. During law school, he clerked under Judges Thomas O’Leary and Sean Keenan of the Executive Office for Immigration Review, represented clients as a certified limited practice student with the Pima County Public Defender, and drafted appellate briefs for indigent criminal defendants with the Law Office of Emily Danies.. While in law school, Bern served as a Note Editor for the Arizona Law Review and his note, Who Are the Real Refugees? Labels as Evidence of a Particular Social Group, 59 Ariz. L. Rev. 235 (2017), was named Best Published Note. Bern also won the Fegtly Moot Court competition, was named Best Oral Advocate (Third Place) in the Boston regional of the National ABA Appellate Advocacy Competition and eared the Distinguished Scholar award. His peers selected him as one of two graduation speakers for the class.  Bern also achieved the highest score on Arizona's February 2017 Bar Examination.. Before returning to Tucson in 2014, Bern served as an associate pastor in Northern California after graduating with honors from Dallas Theological Seminary (Th. M. 2008). Other professional experience includes serving as a Civil Engineering Assistant with the Pima County Department of Environmental Quality, where he worked after graduating from the University of Arizona with a Bachelor of Environmental Science (2000).. Bern competes around the state with the Bicycle Ranch Tucson Race Team. He also enjoys racquetball, podcasts, all things Arizona Wildcats, and relaxing with his family. He also conducts workshops at the University of Arizona College of Law to help students write effective essays for the bar examination.