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Prosecutor-turned-career criminal defense attorney, this Top 40 Under 40, Rising-Star trial attorney has tried thousands of cases beginning from investigation through trial to verdict.. Having began his career as a state prosecutor where he prosecuted all types of cases ranging from DUI matters to complex homicide cases, Mr. Mallis gained invaluable insight into how a criminal case is investigated and prosecuted by the government. In 2016, Mr. Mallis entered into private practice where he began to focus on defending clients wrongfully accused of crimes. Having been selected by his peers as a Super Lawyer and Rising-Star, Attorney Paul J. Mallis has been featured in all local news channels for high-profile cases. He has represented professionals such as doctors, lawyers, musicians and athletes. Mr. Mallis prides himself in hard work and dedication, and he provides a very special level of service to his clients which includes providing his personal cell phone number. No matter is too small nor too big. He fights vigorously for all of his clients alike, and he ensures that each client’s matter is treated equally. Mr. Mallis maintains an excellent reputation amongst not only his clients and fellow colleagues, but also amongst the police departments, prosecutors and judges at both the state and federal court levels.

Matthew J. Rapa, Esquire is an attorney licensed to practice in the State of Pennsylvania, as well as in Federal Court for the Eastern and Middle Districts of Pennsylvania. Matthew is a native of the Lehigh Valley and is a founding partner of Rapa Law Office, P.C. He attended East Stroudsburg University, where he graduated summa cum laude and was a captain of the East Stroudsburg University football team. Following college, Matthew continued his education at Widener University School of Law. While at Widener, Matthew participated in the Trial Advocacy Program and discovered his passion for criminal law. Before graduating, he volunteered for the Widener Law Clinic to assist indigent citizens and interned at the Monroe County Public Defender's Office.. Upon graduation, Matthew partnered with his brother at Rapa Law Office, P.C. and began dedicating himself to criminal defense. In addition to representing individuals privately in criminal cases, Matthew served as a part-time public defender in Carbon County for three years in order to assist indigent individuals while gaining invaluable experience in cases ranging from traffic offenses to homicide charges. Through his training and experience, Matthew has learned that no two cases are exactly alike and each case deserves an individualized strategy based on the facts of the case and each client's needs. With a keen attention to detail, and relentless work ethic, Matthew has achieved countless victories in the courtroom including numerous trial acquittals and complete dismissals based upon violations of clients' constitutional rights.. As a result of his accomplishments in the courtroom, Matthew has received various awards recognizing his skill as a criminal defense attorney. From 2013 through 2018, Matthew was named a "Rising Star" by Super Lawyers Magazine. Only 2.5% of the attorneys in Pennsylvania are selected to Rising Stars. The American Society for Legal Advocates has also recognized Attorney Rapa as one of the Top 40 Under 40 Criminal Lawyers in Pennsylvania. In 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 and most recently in 2025, Matthew has been named a Pennsylvania Super Lawyer in the area of criminal defense by Super Lawyers Magazine.

Todd is a Utah Licensed Attorney and the founder of Peterson Legal PLLC. Todd has been practicing criminal defense for 6 years now and has helped hundreds of clients navigate the stressful criminal justice system. After graduating from BYU with a bachelors in Economics, Todd attended Seattle University School of Law in Seattle, Washington. Upon completing his first year of law school, Todd transferred back to his home state of Utah to finish up law school and graduate from the S. J. Quinney College of Law at the University of Utah. During law school, Todd worked as a law clerk for Salcido Law Firm, as well as interned at the Salt Lake Immigration Court.. Since his admission to the Bar, Todd has worked for Salcido Law Firm practicing primarily in criminal defense and family law. Todd has had the great opportunity of working with hundreds of clients in some of the most difficult periods of their lives. Additionally, Todd has traveled throughout Utah appearing in justice, juvenile, and district courts and has developed relationships with judges and prosecutors alike.. Todd has a drive to represent people facing criminal charges and making sure their rights are protected. Along with defending your rights, Todd understands that facing criminal charges is a very stressful and scary thing and he is passionate about working to alleviate as much of the stress as possible. When not working with his clients or appearing in court, Todd enjoys playing music and spending time in the outdoors with his two sons.. Education:. J.D. - SJ Quinney College of Law at the University of Utah. B.A. in Economics - Brigham Young University

Dallas (formerly Lisa) Martinez (they/them) is a licensed criminal defense attorney in the Seattle, Washington area. They were born and raised deep in the heart of Dallas, Texas. They spent some time in Denver, Colorado working in law enforcement before realizing their destiny of becoming an attorney. Dallas Martinez passed the Washington bar exam on the first attempt, achieving an exam score high enough to practice law in any of the 30 participating UBE states.. Soon after passing the bar they assisted a prominent Seattle Civil Rights Attorney with police accountability cases, while seeking full-time employment within the criminal justice realm. Their goal was to learn the landscape of criminal laws and get acclimated to the nature of criminal law in the great northwest. Dallas was hired on as a King County prosecutor within months of passing the bar exam. Aside from their previous law enforcement experience, this is where Dallas gained the insight, knowledge, and skills to work with clients involved in criminal investigations and prosecutions.. Dallas is familiar with and accustomed to facing challenges and adversity head on. They are a queer Latinx from a conservative region. Dallas identifies as a gender non-conforming individual. They were a non-traditional student and first generation college student. They are passionate about justice and equality. They are a persistent advocate for the accused and marginalized populations. Dallas is responsive and attentive. They honor their ethical obligations and takes pride in their work.. If you are being investigated of a crime or have been charged with a crime, contact Dallas Martinez for a free consultation. Dallas also strives to make legal representation affordable for all, through offering low bono services and reasonable flat rate fees.

Mr. Jaeggli believes that legal representation should be affordable and accessible.  Beckwith Law works to provide its clients with high quality representation at reasonable rates, and will commit to spending the time and energy needed to provide its clients with the fierce representation they need for whatever legal issue confronts them, while always affording the clients the respect and dignity they deserve.About Robert JaeggliMr. Jaeggli has successfully fought criminal cases throughout the Puget Sound, including the city and county courts in King County, Snohomish County, Pierce County, Thurston County, and Kitsap County. Additionally, he has represented clients in various civil matters before the courts in the area.

I understand that being charged with a criminal offense can be a daunting experience. The court system can be confusing, difficult and frustrating. I always strive to give you the strongest possible legal defense, as well as provide you with the information that you need in order to understand your options at each stage of the process. My goal is to provide you with exceptional, caring and competent representation so that you can navigate through the adjudicative process with ease.

Getting charged with a crime can be terrifying. You are not alone. Trust your case with K. Murphy Law and rest assured that your rights and liberties are in capable hands.. Call to set up a free consultation today,

Ryan English has focused his law career on criminal defense since the time he began law school. As an intern at the King County Department of Public Defense, he regularly appeared in court on behalf of his clients, which was when he began delivering favorable results. He continued working as a public defender until he began his career in the private practice.. Ryan took his first case to trial in his third year of law school (as a licensed Rule 9 intern), which was resolved at the end of all proceedings with no convictions for his client. One year later as a newly licensed attorney, his first jury trial resolved with a 30-minute not guilty verdict. He has continued to aggressively and effectively fight for his clients’ rights, ranging from the trial to appellate level. He has overturned convictions on appeal, won many jury trials and criminal motions at the trial level, and helped individuals in administrative proceedings regarding a variety of issues.. Ryan's career really began to take off once he began his own practice. His philosophy is take a relatively small and manageable caseload, and give every single client the individualized attention they deserve and pay for. Currently, Ryan focuses his practice areas in criminal appeals, criminal defense, and personal injury.

my goal is to treat each client honestly and experience as a prosecutor for 10 years allowed me to develop my trial skills,so that im very comfortable at trial situations.

Facing criminal charges is always grueling experience. Make sure you have an aggressive and experienced attorney on your side who is ready to fight for you!. Maksim Tikhvinskiy has skills unique to the legal community. He is fluent in English and Russian. He graduated from the best law schools in the United States and Russia and he is licensed to practice both in Illinois and the Russian Federation. He has experience in multiple areas of law.. Attorney Tikhvinskiy provides the highest quality criminal defense legal representation for anyone charged with DUI or other alcohol-related driving offenses, as well as felony crimes and misdemeanors in all other areas of criminal law. Maksim Tikhvinskiy has been involved in all aspects of criminal defense from the initial investigations through jury trials. He is equally comfortable in arguing your case in front of a judge or jury.. Attorney Tikhvinskiy has been practicing law in Cook County as well as in Kane, DuPage, Will, McHenry, DeKalb, Boone, Winnebago, Ogle, Stephenson, and Whiteside counties. He appears in court every day fighting his client’s cases. All that allows him to provide the best possible defense strategy for you.. No matter how small your matter may be, Maksim is here to listen. He is available to discuss your case via phone or to meet in person, even if his client is in prison. The first consultation is always free of charge. So, don’t hesitate to get in touch.

I focus my practice on criminal defense in state and federal courts. My primary areas of practice include DUI defense, drug possession, drug trafficking, assault and battery, weapons charges, and white collar crime. I have litigated numerous cases in state and federal courts, and have actively participated in all aspects of the litigation and trial process including taking and defending depositions of lay and expert witnesses, conducting fact and expert discovery, briefing and arguing substantive motions, and conducting bench and jury trials with first chair experience. My first chair jury trial experience allowed me the opportunity to perform jury selection, conduct opening statements, direct examinations, cross examinations of lay and expert witnesses as well as closing arguments.. As a defense attorney, I have handled numerous types of misdemeanors and felonies and appeared regularly in all Cook County courts as well as surrounding counties such as DuPage, Kane, Lake, McHenry and Will Counties. My experience has given me the ability to analyze all the evidence and determine the best course of action. I have been successful in having evidence suppressed, negotiating lesser charges, and alternative sentencing. I currently a serve as a court appointed bar attorney through the Northwest Suburban Bar Association. I also volunteer to represent indigent defendants in Statutory Summary Suspension hearings in Chicago.. I earned my Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering from Purdue University in 2004, specializing in digital signal processing and field and wave electromagnetics. I earned my law degree from Michigan State University College of Law with a concentration in Intellectual Property and Communications Law. While at Michigan State, I was a Trial Advocate on the Moot Court and Advocacy Board. As a part of my experience, I argued in 10 mock jury trials in state courts in New York, Indiana, and Ohio.

Mr. Messineo received his bachelor’s degree in communications from DePaul University, Chicago, IL and his Juris Doctorate from the University of South Dakota School of Law. During law school, Mr. Messineo was a 711 law clerk at the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office, where he assisted in several felony trials. Mr. Messineo handles criminal cases that range from traffic offenses to serious felonies.

Mr. Saraceno has handled many of the most high profile cases in Western New York over the last two decades, winning homicide trials, rape trials, kidnapping trials, assault trials, larceny trials and DWI/DUI trials. Mr. Saraceno has often appeared on national news networks like CNN, Fox News and the NBC Nightly News. Additionally, Mr. Saraceno has been featured on local television networks, the Buffalo News, and the Niagara Gazette defending his clients in high profile criminal defense cases.. Whether you are charged with a DWI/DUI or a violent felony matter, Mr. Saraceno's aggressive defense strategies will ensure you get the best results possible (with reasonable rates and flexible payment plans/options).. Mr. Saraceno takes pride in the fact that he is always available to answer his clients questions and treats every case (no matter how big or small) as if it is the only case he is handling. Mr. Saraceno will fight to protect your rights!. Dominic Saraceno holds both a law degree from Georgia State University College of Law and a Masters in Business Administration from the University of Buffalo. He has been practicing criminal defense in New York State since 2001. Dominic Saraceno has been a member of the Erie County Bar Association and the New York State Defender’s Association since 2001. Mr. Saraceno is also licensed in the State of Tennessee.

Ms. Hunter's philosophy is that everyone should be able to afford a caring, competent Attorney.
She worked for the Spokane County Prosecuting Attorney's Office, and has worked as a Public Defender. She has done nearly 20 jury trials, numerous bench trials, motions and extensive court appearances.
Dedication, caring and perseverance are her traits. Areas of concentration are Criminal Law focusing on Domestic Violence issues, DUIs, driving offenses, and other misdemeanor work.