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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 am a former prosecutor and I have now dedicated my practice to helping people with their problems. I handle every type of criminal case - both State and Federal. In the past I have handled DWI, drug possession, and assault cases, as well as a variety of felony offenses. If you have been arrested, call my office immediately at.. I also handle post-conviction cases - appeals from verdicts of guilty as well as writs of habeas corpus which are available when all other appeals have failed. If you were convicted by a jury or if you have exhausted all of your appeals but still wish to fight your case, contact my office right away.. If you have a problem related to a divorce or child custody matter, or you have been injured in some way, I can help, so don't hesitate to contact me at.
I have spent the past 27 years trying cases in the defense of people charged with crimes. I love what I do and I have always been and continue to be humbled and honored to represent my clients. Each of us is a walking story and finding out what that story is one of the most fascinating aspects of my job. It is also the part of my job that can be the most heartbreaking. When someone is placed into my care, I believe it is for a reason; that we, my client and I, are part of team is not happenstance.. I have been very lucky to have been trained by some of the best lawyers in the country: Gerry Spence, Randi McGinn, Roger Dodd, Larry Pozner, Terrance MacCarthy, and Michael Tigar are but a few of the many, many talented and gifted lawyers that have been so giving of their time. I have taken the many lessons and skills that I have been taught and continue to hone those skills to better represent those that have been placed in my care.
In private practice as a criminal defense attorney since 2013;. Fort Bend County District Attorney's Office, 2008-2013;. South Texas College of Law Houston, 2007;. University of Pennsylvania, 2003;. Houston St. John's School, 1999
Sean Daredia attended SMU Dedman School of Law as a Dean’s List Scholar.. After law school he practiced Criminal Defense, handling all types of serious felonies throughout the state of Texas.. He later worked as a Prosecutor with the Dallas County District Attorney’s Office. As an Assistant District Attorney, Mr. Daredia tried worked with law enforcement agencies across the state, and learned what tactics the prosecution will use.. Sean Daredia also spent time working as a Supervising Federal Attorney with the United States Small Business Administration. He investigated fraud and financial crimes during his tenure there, which provided him with the knowledge to handle a wide variety of financial crimes in state and federal court.. As a defense attorney Sean Daredia has successfully handled thousands of criminal cases. He has successfully defended clients charged with, Capital Murder, Murder, Aggravated Sexual Assault of a Child, Continuous Sexual Abuse of a Child, Sexual Assault, Manufacturing and Delivery of a Controlled Substance, Intoxication Assault, and numerous other serious felonies.
Rebekah Perlstein grew up in Richardson, Texas and graduated cum laude from Southwestern University with a double major in English and Communication Studies. Following college, Rebekah taught fifth and sixth grade English in Dallas, Texas.. Rebekah has always had a passion for the law and made the decision to attended SMU Dedman School of Law, graduating cum laude. While Rebekah started her career in criminal defense, shortly after law school she accepted a position at the Collin County District Attorney's Office. As a felony prosecutor she gained a reputation for being a fair and passionate litigator while handling hundreds of criminal cases.. As a defense attorney, Rebekah works tirelessly to secure positive outcomes for her clients. She is relentless in advocating for clients' rights and will work hard to ensure the very best result.
Prior to moving to the Big Bend, I was Deputy Chief Public Defender in DuPage County, Illinois, where I was in charge of training and supervising the attorneys in the Misdemeanor Division. In addition to my supervisory duties, I maintained an active caseload of felony files. I have tried dozens of cases to verdict.. I hold a law degree from the University of Chicago and a degree in classical guitar performance from Florida State University. I am licensed to practice law in Texas and Illinois (presently voluntarily inactive), as well as the federal district courts for the Western District of Texas and the Northern District of Illinois. I also maintain the Trial Coach website as a resource for defense attorneys who wish to hone their trial advocacy skills. I have been published in The Champion, The Federal Sentencing Reporter, and elsewhere.
Born and raised between Orange, Tx and Cypress, Tx, the Gulf Coast has always been my home. We opened our first office in Orange Texas, and now have a second office in Alvin, Texas.. Our philosophy is that no matter your legal troubles, our clients are family and we will always treat them as such. Our attorneys and staff will go above and beyond to keep you in the loop regarding the status of your case, and we will fight as hard as possible to protect your rights and get you what you deserve.. We look forward to speaking with you to discuss how we can resolve your issues in a favorable manor.
I began my legal career in 1992, as an insurance defense litigator. After three years of defending individuals and companies in lawsuits involving everything from a vehicle accident with exploding fuel tankers to toxic exposure in the construction of nuclear power plants, I switched gears to work with the largest bankruptcy law firm in San Antonio. During this period, I became one of the youngest board certified attorneys in consumer bankruptcy.I moved to Abilene in 1999, when he was hired to operate and manage the local office of Monte J. White & Associates. Subsequently, I opened my own firm, the Law Offices of Weir & Willhelm, P.C., with the counsel of Woody Weir to expand my practice and represent my clients, who had come to appreciate and trust me, with other legal issues. For the past twenty seven years, I have represented numerous clients in various legal matters from civil, criminal, disability, probate and other civil matters to bankruptcy and debt reorganization.Presently, I own and operate the Willhelm Law Firm, and I am licensed in state and federal courts as well as the US Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals and the Supreme Court of the United States.
Zach was born and raised in west Fort Worth and Aledo, and started his legal career as an associate with Mayo Mendolia & Vice, L.L.P. in their Willow Park office with Tim Mendolia as his supervising partner. After six years as an associate, Mr. Pettigrew agreed to partner with Mr. Mendolia in M&P Law Offices, which retained a continued relationship with Mayo Mendolia & Vice, LLP, being of counsel.. Zach received his undergraduate degree in finance from Henderson State University, while lettering all four years with the Reddie football team. After graduation, Zach worked for a year before attending law school and earning his Juris Doctorate degree in 2009 from Texas Wesleyan University School of Law and was admitted to the State Bar of Texas in January 2010. During his time at Texas Wesleyan University School of Law, Zach was a member and vice president of the TWU Rugby Club, Secretary of Delta Theta Phi, and volunteered with the Innocence Project of Texas.. His practice with the firm primarily includes commercial/business transactions and commercial/business litigation, consumer rights litigation, family law, and criminal law. Zach is a member of the State Bar of Texas, Texas Young Lawyers Association, Parker County Bar Association, and Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association.. Zach has been married to Tricia Pettigrew since June 2012 and they have a son, Cash, and a daughter, Reese. When Zach is not enjoying time with his children, or volunteering as President of his HOA, Zach enjoys hunting, fishing, and playing/watching sports.