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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.
How much does a Criminal Defense lawyer cost in your area?
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.
How do I choose the best Criminal Defense lawyer in your area?
Look for attorneys with experience handling Criminal Defense cases, strong client reviews, and a track record of successful settlements or verdicts.
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I have been a solo practitioner for the majority of my career and I practice several areas of law. For the most part I defend. I defend those accused of crimes, those being sued for civil reasons, those in foreclosure, and in some instances those who are being divorced. I have done closings on thousands of properties, and I have set up or consulted more than 100 LLC's and companies.. I grew up in the neighboring town of Ridgefield and I still keep in touch with many friends of over 30 years. I am close with my family and at the present I am single. I enjoy many outdoor hobbies and I restore classic cars and motorcycles in my spare time.. I have a real passion for what I do and can't imagine a career doing anything else.
Over the past 37 years, Joe D’Andrea has earned a reputation as one of the premier criminal defense attorneys in Northeastern Pennsylvania, while aggressively defending the rights of individuals charged with various felonies and misdemeanors in both State and Federal Courts. Throughout his career, Scranton criminal lawyer Joe D'Andrea has zealously represented hundreds of individuals, corporations, and business entities that have been accused of crimes, which include, but are not limited to, Murder, Vehicular Homicide, Manslaughter, Rape, Delivery and Possession with Intent to Deliver a Controlled Substance, Child Pornography, DUI, White Collar Crimes, Assault, Arson and Forgery. Based upon his proven results and prolific reputation, Joe has had the pleasure of representing a diverse client base, which includes political officials, doctors, lawyers, bankers, “average Joes and Janes”, students, and pro bono representation of indigent defendants.
I offer reasonable rates for all legal matters and a no charge initial consultation.. I represent clients throughout southestern Pennsylvania in matters involving driving under the influence, DUI; driving while ability impaired, DWAI; driving after imbibing, and DAI. Call or email me to arrange a no charge consultation.. Evening and weekend hours available. Reasonable rates for all legal matters.
Attorney Peppetti has extensive experience handling legal issues in Criminal Defense, Driving Under the Influence, Child Custody, Divorce, Protections From Abuse, Support and Juvenile matters. His trial experience includes defending clients against significant Felony charges including the Delivery of Controlled Substances, Aggravated Assault, Burglary, Rape and Sexual Assault; as well as Misdemeanor charges including Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol and Possession of Controlled Substances.
I graduated from the University of Idaho with a bachelor's degree in Environmental Science in December of 2010. I went on to continue my education at the University of Idaho College of Law, graduating early in December of 2013, earning a Juris Doctor.. Most recently, my wife and I relocated from Moscow, Idaho, located in North Idaho, back to Southeastern Idaho where we grew up. Being a local product from American Falls, and having participated in events in most Southeast Idaho communities, I am aware of the different communities, their composition, and their needs. During my time in Moscow, Idaho, not only did I attend law school, but I also gained valuable experience working as an extern for the lawfirm of McCormick & Rokyta as a Public Defender. My law practice with Kumm & Reichert, PLLC will focus on criminal defense, Driving under the Influence (DUI), family law, including divorces, custody, child support, modifications, and adoptions, and personal injury cases.. I am a member of the Idaho State Bar Association, and more importantly, I am a member of Southeast Idaho. I look forward to the contributions that I will make and the people I will help through my representation in handling their case. I am dedicated and committed to providing exemplary representation of my clients, whether charged with a crime or involved in a custody dispute.. I am also a sports enthusiast and participated in baseball, football, and basketball, which took me to many of the different communities across Southeast Idaho. During my undergraduate studies, I met my wife, and now we enjoy outdoor and recreational activities all across Idaho, including hunting, bowhunting, fishing, hiking, camping, and skiing. We feel very fortunate to call Pocatello home and to be so close to all of the activities we participate in and the people involved in our lives.
I have been a strong advocate for my clients since 1997. I have met some wonderful people over those years and I love what I do. I am a very zealous advocate for my clients and I think my clients know this and appreciate my hard work. I am not interested in cutting corners or taking the easy route and I give my clients my all. It's important to me to have that personal relationship and build a level of trust with my clients. When you hire the firm of Grecco Downs, PLLC you can be sure that you will receive the personalized attention that you deserve.
Diane Whaley attended Pacific Lutheran University studying Earth Science, Legal Studies and Economics. In 1999, Diane graduated from Seattle University School of Law. After passing the Bar, Diane started her career in criminal defense at the public defense firm - Associated Counsel For The Accused (ACA). For three years, Diane obtained a wide-variety of experience defending clients against misdemeanor and felony offenses. Towards the end of her tenure with ACA, Diane established herself as a talented defense attorney against felony allegations. Diane's reputation followed her into private practice after she opened her law office in 2003. In addition to her private practice, Diane is appointed to serious class A felony cases by the King County Department of Public Defense. Until 2009, Diane had a relationship in multiple cities representing conflict cases in Kent, Tukwila, Des Moines and Pierce County (Superior and Juvenile Courts). Diane served as a Judge Pro Tem in Federal Way Municipal Court until granted an opportunity to supervise Public Defense Criminal Cases in Federal Way Municipal Court for 5 years. Diane has now moved her practice to Olympia, Washington and now serves Thurston, Lewis, Mason, Grays Harbor, Pierce, and King County. Appearances are made in Municipal, District, and Superior Courts. You can find articles about her work on State v. Glenn Proctor under her maiden name Diane Zumwalt. This case gained media attention after Mr. Proctor was released from jail and his case dismissed on the charge of Murder in the Second Degree. This case was co-counseld with Green River Killer Attorney Mark Prothero. Diane believes in equal access to justice, practicing with integrity, and zealous representation. She has a vast depth of knowledge in the criminal defense field after handling thousands of cases over the years. Diane has handled Class A Felonies including Murder in the First Degree, Murder in the Second Degree, Robbery in the First Degree, Robbery in the Second Degree, Theft in the Third Degree, Assault in the First Degree, Assault in the Second Degree, Assault in the Third Degree, Assault in the Fourth Degree-Domestic Violence, Taking Motor Vehicle Without Permission, Violation of Uniform Controlled Substance Act-Possession, Delivery, etc, Trafficking Stolen Property, Unlawful Possession of a Firearm in the First Degree, Unlawful Possession of a Firearm in the Second Degree, Firearms Enhancement cases, DUI, Reckless Driving, Negligent Driving in the First Degree, Felony and Misdemeanor Violation of a No Contact Order-Domestic Violence, Felony and Misdemeanor Harassment-Domestic Violence, Malicious Mischief in the First Degree, Malicious Mischief in the Second Degree, Malicious Mischief in the Third Degree, Strangulation-Domestic Violence, and Dangerous Weapons Enhancement cases. Extensive knowledge of criminal motions to suppress evidence, alternative reductions, alternative approaches to jail time and rehabilitation, deferred prosecutions, stipulated orders of continuance, deferred sentences, DOSA sentences, and Department of Corrections time calculation. Diane's felony trial experience in spending months at a time in trial on serious offenses sets her apart. Refer with confidence.
I have represented clients in cases involving serious state and federal charges and have been featured on WGN News, the Chicago Sun-Times, the Chicago Tribune, and numerous other publications. I have represented clients in several high profile cases, including a man involved in the Illinois Secretary of State driver's license scandal, a young man charged with a shooting of a 16 year old rival gang member on a Chicago street and who may have been framed by a corrupt Chicago Police Detective, a father charged with the murder of his 4 month old infant son in Will County, a Chicago Public School teacher charged with having sex with her underage students, a young man in DuPage County cleared of an alleged rape after a jury trial, a man charged with stabbing his former lover in the eyes numerous times and permanently blinding her, a man who was charged with being involved with the AK-47 shooting of a female friend and the subsequent attempt to dispose burn her body, as well as many other high profile cases throughout Illinois.. I began my career as a lawyer in 1992 when I began honing my legal skills with one of the area's most popular personal injury firms. Within a couple of months of becoming a lawyer, I was doing jury trials at the Daley Center, and taking on powerful insurance companies and their experienced and high priced lawyers.. I am licensed to practice in all Illinois state courts, the 7th Federal Circuit Court, and am a member of the Federal Trial Bar. I have appeared in Federal Courts as far away as Las Vegas, Nevada.. I am also a published author having written Chapter 1 of "Strategies for Defending Identity Theft Cases: Leading Lawyers on Understanding Identity Theft Crime, Preparing a Thorough Defense, and Managing Technological Evidence (Inside the Minds)," a book published by Thomson Reuters, that helps teach attorneys how to represent defendants charged with Identity Theft crimes. As a leading lawyer, I "wrote the book" on how to defend people charged with Identity Theft crimes and have been contacted by reporters and other authors for my opinion on such crimes.. In 2015 I was extended an invitation to join The National Trial Lawyers: "Top 100 Criminal Defense Trial Lawyers." Membership to this prestigious organization is obtained through special invitation and is extended only to those attorneys who exemplify superior qualifications of leadership, reputation, influence, stature, and profile as civil plaintiff or criminal defense trial lawyers. I am currently a proud member of this prestigious organization.. Expertise has named me a "Best Criminal Defense Lawyer in Chicago." I have been named a "Best DUI Attorney." The American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys has named me a "10 Best Criminal Law Attorney for Client Satisfaction." The American Society of Legal Advocates have named me a "2018 and 2019 Top 100 Lawyer." The National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys gave me the "Top 10 Attorney Award for the State of Illinois." Recently, Attorney and Practice Magazine gave me the Top 10 Criminal Defense Attorney Awars for Illinois.". AVVO rates me as "Superb," the highest rating possible for any criminal defense Lawyer in the United States.
40 years of experience in criminal defense! As a former prosecutor, McMahon knows how to beat your case. He provides a level of legal advocacy that can truly make a difference when you are trying to beat your case or when you are negotiating your felony or misdemeanor to be reduced or dismissed.
The Seibert Law Firm, LLC was formed to give quality and attentive family law and criminal defense representation to the South Carolina low country with the service and dedication that clients deserve.. Kevin M. Seibert is a member of the South Carolina and Georgia Bar.. Rebecca A. Seibert is a member of the South Carolina and Georgia Bar.. Come visit us at our website: or give us a call at.. Avvo may contain endorsements. Any result this lawyer or law firm may acheive on behalf of one client in one matter does not necessarily indicate similar results can be obtained for other clients.
I was born and raised in Orangeburg, South Carolina and am 45 years old. I received a Bachelor of Arts Degree from Clemson University in 1991. In 1994, I obtained a Juris Doctor from the University of South Carolihna School of Law. From 1994 through 1999, I lived and worked in Nacogdoches, Texas. While there, I served as an Assistant District Attorney (state prosecutor) for five years. In 1999, I returned to South Carolina to serve as an Assistant United States Attorney (federal prosecutor). I handled more than 1000 cases during my tenure at the United States Attorney's Office, which gave me experience in many different types of cases, including federal murder cases, white collar crimes, drug crimes, firearms offenses, mail fraud, wire fraud, organized crime, conspiracy, and civil forfeiture. In 2010, I left the United States Attorney's Office and opened Parham Law Firm, LLC. My goal is to provide aggressive, effective representation for all of my clients. I look forward to speaking with you about your legal needs.
I was formerly a narcotics and vice squad officer in the Spartanburg County Sheriff’s Department. I worked my way in to homicide investigations before I retired from law enforcement. When I was 43 I went to law school, ventured over to the other side of the courtroom, and I now represent defendants.. I was recently interviewed by Fox Carolina's Sharon Johnson becuase of my background with the Spartanburg County Sheriff's Department, including serving in homicide investigations. You can view that interview here:. Because of my background, I know first hand people need defending. Just because you are charged with a crime doesn't mean you are guilty.. You should not handle your case without the help of an attorney. Please feel free to call me on my cell any time at. I will actually answer your call!
My name is Mac Morris, and I have more than 20 years experience representing people who have been charged with crimes throughout the Dallas – Fort Worth Metroplex. I handle all types of criminal defense cases for my clients, including DWI or DUI, writs and jail releases, drug possession or delivery, probation revocations, and all forms of assault, including domestic violence and aggravated assaults. I also litigate a wide variety of federal criminal cases, including drug conspiracy and trafficking charges, armed robbery of armored cars, and white collar crimes.
Attorney at Lassiter & Cassinelli in Little Rock, AR.. Licensed to practice in all Arkansas state courts, Arkansas federal courts, the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals, and the Supreme Court of the United States.. The Jewish Bulldog®
George “Birc” Morledge, IV attended law school at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, Birc passed the bar in 2008 and has spent his legal career defending those who cannot defend themselves. He has always felt passionately about standing up for the underdog. While the State and Federal governments have unlimited resources, Birc believes in helping those who have the deck stacked against them. Sometimes popular opinion believes that if you have been arrested, you must have done something wrong, he works hard to change this belief inside the courtroom.. He has recently received an award for being one of the top 10 criminal defense attorneys under 40 years of age in the nation. When he was only 31 he was named one of Arkansas's Top 40 lawyers under 40 years old, and for good reason. He has also been named as one of the ten best criminal law attorneys in Arkansas for client satisfaction. He is the current head of the Arkansas Trial Lawyers Association Criminal Division. He is a passionate litigator who loves what he does and gets proven results.
Jerry Nicholson began his legal career in 1978 working as a Deputy District Attorney for Orange County. In that role, he prosecuted both misdemeanor and felony cases. Additionally, he was assigned to the county’s Narcotics Task Force, where he investigated and prosecuted major narcotics cases. As a Deputy District Attorney, Jerry Nicholson gained the considerable trial and courtroom experience that serves as a foundation for his criminal defense work today. Subsequently, Mr. Nicholson became a partner in the statewide law firm of Hunter, Nicholson, & Mason, where he supervised all of the firm’s criminal and litigation matters. In 1987, Mr. Nicholson launched his own practice exclusively focusing on criminal defense. That practice has now expanded to include all areas of criminal defense.