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What does a Criminal Defense lawyer in your area do?

A Criminal Defense lawyer helps clients pursue compensation for injuries, medical expenses, lost wages, and other damages related to Criminal Defense cases in your area.

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Most Criminal Defense lawyers work on a contingency fee basis, meaning they only get paid if they win the case. Fees are usually a percentage of the settlement or verdict.

When should I hire a Criminal Defense lawyer in your area?

You should contact a Criminal Defense lawyer as soon as possible after the incident to protect evidence, meet legal deadlines, and improve your chances of receiving compensation.

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Look for attorneys with experience handling Criminal Defense cases, strong client reviews, and a track record of successful settlements or verdicts.


26140 Criminal Defense Lawyers Found

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Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.9 out of 5
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Location: Columbus 43215
Firm: Marcus M. Van Wey, LLC

Providing diligent, professional representation for employment litigation, workers' compensation claims and criminal defense. Call or Email anytime for a FREE CONSULTATION.

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Location: Columbus 43215
Firm: Marcus A. Ross, Attorney at Law, LPA

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Location: Columbus 43203
Firm: Frederick D. Benton, Jr., LPA

Frederick D. Benton, Jr. is a graduate of St. Joseph’s College and Capital University Law School.  He is the principal of a law firm bearing his name.  He is licensed to practice law in the U.S. Supreme Court, U.S. Court of Appeals, U.S. District Court, and the Ohio Supreme Court.  His practice includes all major criminal and civil litigation, business, real estate, and personal injury.. He is active in a number of community, civic, and professional organizations.  His community involvement includes:  Governing Board - Gloria S. Friend Christian Academy; Mt. Olivet Baptist Church; Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity; The Leadership Experience; Urban Resurrection Community Development Corporation; and the Urban Minority Alcoholism Outreach Program of Franklin County, Inc. (past member);. His professional activities include: John Mercer Langston Bar Association; National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers; Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers; Columbus Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers; National Conference of Black Lawyers, Ohio State Bar Association; Columbus Bar Association (past member); and the Federal Bar Association (past member).

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Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.6 out of 5
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Location: Columbus 43215
Firm: Sydow Leis LLC

Stacie Sydow is a partner at Sydow Leis LLC.  Her legal practice focuses on criminal defense. Stacie has vast and successful trial experience in serious and high profile cases. Stacie has jury trial experience ranging from misdemeanor to capital murder cases.. Stacie is committed to representing the rights of her clients.  She has received not guilty verdicts and dismissals for her clients who have been charged with Rape, Aggravated Robbery, Engaging in a Pattern of Corrupt Activity, Drug Trafficking, Burglary, Felonious Assault, Carrying Concealed Weapon, Weapon Under Disability, Extortion, Domestic Violence, and OVI.  Stacie also handles post-conviction matters including Appeals and Expungements.. In addition to her criminal law practice, Stacie is an experienced juvenile attorney.  She has represented many juveniles in delinquency cases.  Stacie has also been an advocate for many parents during custody/visitation trials, child support cases, contempt proceedings, abuse, neglect, dependency cases, and many more.. In 2014, Stacie was named as Top 100 Trial Lawyers by the National Trial Lawyers Association.. Prior to becoming a defense attorney, Stacie served as an Assistant to the Prosecuting Attorney in Whitehall, Ohio.. Stacie is currently a member of the Ohio State Bar Association, Central Ohio Association of Justice, and Central Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Areas of Practice. Criminal Defense. Domestic Law. Juvenile Law. Bar Admissions. Ohio, 2008. U.S. District Court Southern District of Ohio, 2011. Education. Capital University Law School, Columbus, Ohio. J.D.. The Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio. B.A. (Cum Laude) with Honors in Arts & Sciences. Major-Communication, Minor-Consumer Affairs. Professional Associations and Memberships. Columbus Bar Association. Central Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Ohio State Bar Association. Richland County Bar Association. Central Ohio Association for Justice. The National Trial Lawyers Top 100 Trial Lawyers. Women Lawyers of Franklin County

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Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.7 out of 5
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Location: Columbus 43215
Firm: The Law Offices of Ajmeri Hoque, LLC

Ajmeri Hoque was born in Bangladesh and raised in New York. She and her family moved to Columbus, Ohio when she began her undergraduate career at The Ohio State University. While attending OSU, she fell in love with the city and decided to obtain her law degree at Capital University. During law school, Ajmeri completed courses in Immigration and International Law which lead to her desire to practice criminal and immigration law.. After completing law school, she and her husband moved back to New York for three years. While in New York, Ajmeri passed the New York Bar Exam and practiced law there as well. She practiced securities law and immigration law at a private firm. She also volunteered as a domestic attorney and was honored for her dedication to pro bono work.. Ajmeri returned back to Columbus with her family two years ago. Since then, she worked as a Municipal Court Prosecutor in Lancaster, Ohio where she prosecuted OVIs, DUIs, Thefts, Domestic Violence, as well as many other misdemeanors crimes. She was first chair in 18 jury trials and had weekly trials. Her experience as a Prosecutor gives her the unique perspective to now defend people. Ajmeri is able to look at every criminal case through the eyes of a Prosecutor which allows her to find the best defense possible for every client.

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Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.5 out of 5
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Location: Columbus 43215

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Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.8 out of 5
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Location: Columbus 43215
Firm: The Koffel Law Firm

Attorney William H. Nesbitt limits his private practice to Criminal Defense in Ohio state courts and Federal Court.. Will focuses on government investigations, drug crime, intervention in lieu of conviction, sex offenses involving false sex abuse allegations, computer internet crime, white collar economic crime, domestic violence, violation of protection order defense, assault, DUI, serious vehicular crime and all other general crime in Ohio.. He assists clients that are currently under investigation and works to limit their criminal exposure. Will is widely regarded as one of the top “up and coming” criminal defense lawyers in Ohio having already obtained numerous acquittals, dismissals and reduced sentencing for thousands of clients.. Will is a member of the Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, Columbus Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, and is the current criminal law committee chair for the Central Ohio Association for Justice.. Will has been continuously selected by his peers as a Super Lawyer Rising Star since 2015. He has also been recognized as one of the Top 100 Trial Lawyers by the National Trial Lawyer, and a Top Lawyer by Columbus CEO Magazine. As a preeminent source of knowledge in his field, Will is often called upon by news stations and talk radio shows to speak on matters of criminal law and is regularly invited to speak to his peers at numerous continuing legal education courses.. Will earned his undergraduate degree from Indiana University and continued to Capital University Law School in Columbus, OH to earn his juris doctorate degree. During law school Will worked in the Franklin County Public Defender’s Office and clerked for a Municipal Court Judge. After law school graduation he was employed as a trial staff attorney in the Public Defender’s Office. He is licensed to practice law in Ohio and the United States District Court for the Southern District of Ohio.. While attending law school Will met his wife, Laura. Laura is an attorney at the Nesbitt Law Firm and focuses her practice on consumer bankruptcy law. They have three children and reside in Dublin, OH. Will enjoys spending time with his family, cooking, working out and watching sports.. Mr. Nesbitt earned his bachelor's degree from Indiana University Bloomington. He received his J.D. from Capital University Law School. While Mr. Nesbitt attended law school, he was active in the legal fraternity Phi Alpha Delta and the Environmental Law Society.. For his exceptional service in the field of criminal defense, Mr. Nesbitt was selected to:. 2015 Member of American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys2015-2019 Super Lawyers® list of Rising Stars2014-2016 list of Top 100 Trial Lawyers by the National Trial Lawyer2015-2016 Columbus CEO Top Lawyer2015 "10 Best" Attorneys in Ohio2015 Top 100 DUI Attorneys by The National Advocacy for DUI DefenseOhio State Bar Association, Columbus Bar Association, the Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (OACDL), and the Central Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (COACDL).

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.3 out of 5
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Location: Columbus 43206
Firm: Burke, Meis & Associates

When I am not practicing law I enjoy spending time with my beautiful wife and daughter.. I also enjoy playing chess, martial arts and I love movies especially comedies and science fiction.

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Location: Cleveland 44114
Firm: HMW Law - Ohio Trial Attorneys

As a founding partner at HMW Law - Ohio Trial Attorneys, Cleveland lawyer Brandon Henderson provides and offers legal counsel to people who have been charged with a crime. With more than a decade of legal experience under his belt, he has handled a wide range of criminal cases. Before the formation of his firm, he handled civil and criminal cases at the firm Zukerman, Daiker, & Lear Co., L.P.A.  Mr. Henderson is a proud graduate of a Case Western Reserve University, and during his time in law school, he participated in numerous community outreach and honors programs. Attorney Henderson is a member of several legal professional organizations, including the Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and Trial Lawyers of America. To learn more, please contact his firm today.

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Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.1 out of 5
+1 (855) 532-3693
Location: Columbus 43215
Firm: Roth Law Group, LLC

Jeremy A Roth is the Managing Attorney of Roth Law Group, LLC.  RLG is a small downtown Columbus Ohio firm practicing in Criminal/Traffic Defense, Family Law Matters, and Civil Litigation.  We offer free phone consultations, and flexible payment arrangements.  Please contact us today to see if RLG can assist you with your legal matter.

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Location: Columbus 43215
Firm: Dustin M. Blake, Attorney At Law

Dustin Blake is one of Ohio’s premier criminal defense attorneys and trial lawyers.  Mr. Blake has represented hundreds of individuals charged with felony and misdemeanor crimes.   Mr. Blake also handles select high stakes civil lawsuits.  Mr. Blake has been recognized by peers and colleagues as a Top Lawyer in Central Ohio by Columbus C.E.O. Magazine and rated by Martindale-Hubbell as an AV® rated attorney, the highest such rating available to any individual lawyer.  AV Preeminent® is a significant rating accomplishment - a testament to the fact that a lawyer's peers rank him at the highest level of professional excellence.  Mr. Blake is a member of many legal organizations including The National Trial Lawyers: Top 100 Trial Lawyers, which is an invitation-only national organization, composed of America’s Top Trial Lawyers.Mr. Blake is admitted to practice before the Ohio Supreme Court, the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Ohio, and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 6th Circuit.  Practice Areas: Criminal Law:  Federal / State Crimes, Felony / Misdemeanor Crimes, Appeals.  White Collar Crimes,  Drug Trafficking / Possession / Paraphernalia,  DUI / OVI / DWI,  Money Laundering,  Embezzlement / Forgery / Theft / Fraud,  Crimes of Violence,  Sex Crimes,  Computer Crimes,  Gun Crimes,  Extradition,  Parole Violations,  Expungements. Civil Litigation.

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
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Location: Columbus 43215
Firm: Nemann Law Offices, LLC

Since entering law, Nemann has defended clients present before several hundred judges and magistrates across Ohio. He has vast trial experience in municipal, common pleas and federal courts. He has argued many cases before Courts of Appeals throughout Ohio.. Adam Lee Nemann grew up in Allentown, Pennsylvania, and moved to Ohio to pursue his education.  After graduating from the University of Cincinnati, with an enthusiasm for law and public speaking, he attended Capital University Law School.  It was during law school that Nemann thrust himself into the world of trial advocacy.  By day, he worked in a prominent criminal defense firm preparing to defend the accused, by night, he attended law school and volunteered for mock trial and trial advocacy clinics.  Nemann obtained a limited license to practice law while an intern, representing his own clients during law school.. Nemann first began his legal career defending clients in juvenile, municipal, and common pleas (felony) courts primarily, while working as a part-time assistant prosecutor for the City of Hilliard.  Accelerating quickly during his first few years of practice, Nemann has defended clients present before several hundred judges and magistrates across Ohio.  He has vast trial experience in municipal, common pleas and federal courts.  He has argued many cases before Courts of Appeals, and is frequently requested by judges to handle felony cases on a court-appointed basis for trial and appeals.. Nemann was trial counsel in defense of Derris Lewis, the teenager wrongly accused of killing his twin brother.  The trial drew national media attention, and was covered live by Court TV/Tru TV.  After the case was ultimately dismissed, Nemann was part of the legal team that secured a $950, settlement against the City of Columbus, for violating Lewis’ constitutional rights.  In 2013, as a display of continued support regarding Lewis' innocence, Adam Nemann donated $5000 of his own funds to Central Ohio Crime Stoppers fund as a reward leading to the arrest of the true perpetrator(s).  Most recently, Adam Nemann defended a teenager charged in the internationally renowned Steubenville rape case, which aroused the interest of the computer hacking group Anonymous, as well as brought national attention to the effects social media has on the criminal and juvenile justice systems.  On behalf of his clients, Mr. Nemann has made numerous national television and radio appearances, including appearances on CNN, ABC's 20/20, CNN HLN, Court TV, Tru TV, CBS, NBC AND ABC evening news programs, and NPR radio appearances on several occasions.

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Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.9 out of 5
+1 (888) 691-8246
Location: Columbus 43206
Firm: Douglas A. Funkhouser Co., L.P.A.

My practice is dedicated to representing people charged with criminal offenses.  I pride myself on having handled every type of criminal case from beginning to end.  I learned as a prosecutor in the U.S. Army that a successful attorney must be dedicated and devoted to getting results.  That takes time and practical knowledge.  As I approach my 18th year practicing law, I bring those experiences earned inside the courtroom during jury trials to each one of my client's cases.  Results do matter and I know that preparing properly before trial is one of the keys to success and obtaining a not guilty verdict for my clients.

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Lawyers Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
+1 (614) 858-8433
Location: Columbus 43215
Firm: Peter J. Binning, Attorney at Law

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Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.2 out of 5
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Location: Bexley 43209
Firm: Law Office of Spencer J Cahoon

I provide uniquely client-driven representation to people facing criminal or parole issues and to victims in criminal cases.  You are in the driver's seat with me as your representative.  My premium knowledge, education, and commitment will help maximize your chance of receiving the outcome you want.  Additionally, all net proceeds from my practice fund advocacy working in criminal justice and other civic areas, so, when you hire me, you are helping yourself or your loved one and society at large.  Call me to discuss your situation for free - with no obligation.. I can guarantee that I will explain the issues in your case in a way that is clear and easy to understand.  We will take the time to make sure we are on the same page.  Critically, I also have the skill to translate those same issues into the technical form that will be clear and precise to the judges, hearing officers, parole board members, or jurors.. To see my appellate presentation style, click on the video link to see my Oral Argument before the Ohio Supreme Court in State v. Whitfield. I begin at 16:37. It may seem technical, but, in appeals, the attorney is adressing only judges (not jurors or other laypeople). The technical nature of appeals is precisely why having an experienced attorney is critical.. I also hold the following federal court admissions:. United States District Court for the Northern District of Ohio. United States District Court for the Southern District of Ohio. United States Court of Appeal for the Sixth Circuit

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Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.5 out of 5
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Location: Newport Beach 92660

Polina is a former prosecutor at the Orange County District Attorney’s Office. As a passionate trial lawyer, Polina spent nearly every single day in the courtroom, first as a Deputy District Attorney and now as a Defense Attorney. Polina brings a commitment to protecting the rights of individuals facing criminal charges and will protect her clients’ constitutional rights and interests to the fullest extent of the law.

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Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.8 out of 5
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Location: Newport Beach 92660
Firm: Law Offices of Alan J. Crivaro

Mr. Crivaro is a former Senior Deputy Orange County Public Defender now in private practice in Newport Beach. He has a Martindale - Hubbell AV Preeminent Rating. He is a past director of the Orange County Bar Association, a past president and director of the Orange County Bar Foundation, a past president and director of the Constitutional Rights Foundation of Orange County and a past president and Master Bencher in the William P. Gray Legion Lex Inn of Court.. Among his many honors, he is a recipient of the prestigious Harmon G. Scoville Award and the OCBF Distinguished Society of Fellows Award. In 2014, he was awarded the Volunteer of the Year Award by the Constitutional Rights Foundation of Orange County.. He is a coauthor of three chapters in California Criminal Law: Procedure and Practice, CEB Publications.

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Location: Newport Beach 92660
Firm: Law Ofc Vincent J LaBarbera Jr

Mr. LaBarbera is a distinguished criminal trial and appellate court attorney with over 30 years of litigation experience. His offices are located in Newport Beach, Santa Ana, and Santa Monica, California. His practice is limited to criminal defense and administrative law.. Mr. LaBarbera has been awarded Martindale-Hubbell's highest A.V. rating, named a Top 100 Trial Lawyer by the National Trial Lawyers and is a 2015 and 2016 Southern California Super Lawyer. He is a Top 100 Criminal Defense Lawyer recognized by the American Socity of Legal Advocates and recognized as a 10 Best in Client Satisfaction by the American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys.  As a federal and state criminal defense attorney, Mr. LaBarbera has argued over two hundred trials and appeals.  He has litigated over 4,500 cases, including federal and state white collar crimes, telemarketing fraud, special circumstances murder, gangs and three-strikes cases, assault, embezzlement and other theft related offenses, domestic violence, narcotics possession, cultivation, manufacturing and sales, and driving under the influence. He also represents professionals with licensing matters before the Department of Consumer Affairs, the various state Medical boards, the SEC, the Department of Real Estate, the DMV and other licensing agencies.. Mr. LaBarbera has represented several high profile clients, including athletes, businessmen, attorneys, physicians, musicians, socialites, politicians and actors. He was part of the legal team that successfully defended a member of the Orange County Board of Supervisors during the bankruptcy of that county. He was also a member of the legal team that successfully defended the first American Marine prosecuted for War Crimes in the U.S. District Court. He has represented athletes before the NCAA (involving allegations of steroid use), United States servicemen before military tribunals and the U.S. District Court, and professionals before their respective licensing boards. Although his practice is primarily limited to criminal defense and professional licensing, he has also tried civil cases for both plaintiffs and the defense, with a 100% success record in that arena.. Mr. LaBarbera practices in all California State Courts. He is a member of the United States District Courts for the Central and Southern Districts of California, the United States Court of Appeal for the Ninth Circuit and the United States Supreme Court. He has also defended clients in state and/or federal courts in California, Canada, Montana, Maryland, Kentucky, Texas, Florida, Nevada, and Arizona. As an appellate attorney, Mr. LaBarbera has successfully argued before the California State Court of Appeal, Second and Fourth Appellate Districts.. He is or has been associated with the following organizations -- the Association of Trial Lawyers of America, the National Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys, California Attorneys for Criminal Justice, Orange County Bar Association, South Orange County Bar Association, and is featured in Strathmore's 2004 thru 2009 Who's Who. Mr. LaBarbera was Strathmore's Professional Trial Lawyer of the Year 2008.   He was featured in Cambridge's Who's Who in 2008 and 2009. Mr. LaBarbera was also featured in the Presidential Who's Who among business and professional achievers in 2009. Mr. LaBarbera was featured in the 2009-2010 edition of Stanford's Who's Who of Executives, Professionals, and Entrepreneurs. In 2002, Mr. LaBarbera traveled to Cuba as a representative of the United States criminal defense bar. He is a member of Amnesty International and NORML (National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws) .. Mr. LaBarbera completed his undergraduate studies at St. Mary's College, Moraga, California where he graduated Magna Cum Laude in 1976 with a double major in Government and Philosophy. He was nominated class valedictorian.. Mr. LaBarbera studied International Law and Corporations at Queens College, Cambridge, England. He graduated from Southwestern University School of Law with his Juris Doctorate degree in 1980. He was admitted to the practice of law that same year.. During the course of his legal studies, Mr. LaBarbera worked with Lemaire, Faunce & Katznelson in Los Angeles, California in the field of public sector labor law. Mr. LaBarbera also worked as a volunteer for MALDEF, (Mexican-American Legal Defense and Education Fund) and was a legal extern for Justice James Koby at the California State Court of Appeal, Second Appellate District, Division Three.. After graduation from law school, Mr. LaBarbera was employed as a research attorney for Justice Donald Work at the California State Court of Appeal, Fourth Appellate District, Division One. He then went to work with the Law Offices of Joseph Shemaria, Beverly Hills, California writing appeals and trying cases. He tried his first murder over twenty years ago. He went on to form his own firm, LaBarbera & Myers, in 1984 where he remained until 2004.

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Lawyers Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
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Location: Newport Beach 92660

Defense Attorney with 19 years experience in the areas of criminal defense, civil litigation and administrative law. Authorized to practice in all California State Courts, Central District of the United States District Courts and the United States Supreme Court.  She represents a wide variety of clients charged with misdemeanors, felonies or faced with an accusation against their professional license.  She has been an active community participant throughout her legal career, having served on the Board of Directors for the Orange County Barristers as well as the Newport Beach Junior Chamber of Commerce. She spends much of her free time working with non profit/charitable organizations.

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Location: Irvine 92614
Firm: Think Defense, APLC

Think Defense is professional law corporation that defends people and businesses in white-collar cases, blue-collar cases, and business litigation. That means we defend criminal cases at all points from pre-filing investigations to post-conviction appeals, and it means we litigate related, civil actions based on licensing, regulations, asset forfeiture, other government enforcement, and whistleblower allegations. We deliver excellence in representation, a commitment to your cause, and the best investigators, consultants, and experts in Southern California. We deliver, in other words, a legal team that makes every effort to obtain the right result for its clients. Every time.

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