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As an attorney, I focus on obtaining the best results for my clients, whether through trial, negotiation or settlement.  I strive to be a trustworthy advocate for my clients, in and out of court.. With a primary focus on criminal defense law, I have handled hundreds of criminal and traffic defense cases, representing clients charged with nearly every kind of  serious felony and misdemeanor offenses, such as murder, armed robbery, rape, and malicious wounding, as well as drug charges, DUI/DWI and assault and battery.  In addition, I have noted numerous appeals to the Court of Appeals and the Supreme Court of Virginia.  Other practice experience includes divorce, custody, visitation, warrants in debt and detinue, contract disputes and landlord/tenant cases.. After receiving a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Richmond in 2004, I completed my Juris Doctor at the University of Richmond’s T.C. Williams School of Law in 2007.  I focus on handling criminal defense cases, as well as some domestic relations and other civil matters, in Stafford, Spotsylvania and the greater Fredericksburg area courts as well as Prince William County.  I have also appeared regularly in the Courts of Petersburg, Colonial Heights, Chesterfield, Richmond, Henrico, King George and Westmoreland.. I work hard to ensure that I stay current in the areas of law which are my focus.  I am certified with the Virginia Indigent Defense Commission as a court-appointed defense attorney for misdemeanor and felony cases.  I have also attended several of the VIDC’s annual Advanced Criminal Defense workshops, as well as the qualifying course for represeting defendants charged with capital murder.  In addition, I am a certified guardian ad litem for children, and attend continuing education courses for various family law matters.

Mary is a native of Tuscaloosa and a graduate of both the University of Alabama (BS Nursing 1986) and the University of Alabama School of Law (1989). She is also a graduate of Gerry Spence’s Trial Lawyer’s College and the National Criminal Defense College.. Mary teaches Trial Advocacy at the University of Alabama School of Law and serves as vice president of the Tuscaloosa County Bar Association. She is a member of the Alabama State Bar, the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, the Alabama Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, and the Volunteer Lawyers Program.. Outside of the law, Mary is very involved in the community of Tuscaloosa. She started a survivors of suicide support group in Tuscaloosa, and she presently serves as the secretary for the Alabama Chapter of American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. Mary is the Chapter Advisor for the Zeta Chapter of Kappa Delta. She also serves on the City of Tuscaloosa Personnel Board and the Kristen Amerson Youth Foundation Board. Mary is a member of Northwood Church of Christ.

John Fisher was born and raised in Columbus, GA. After obtaining his undergraduate business degree from Columbus State University, John obtained his Juris Doctorate from The University of Alabama School of Law.. John began practicing law in 1997 as a litigation associate for the largest law firm in West Alabama. In 1999 John left this firm to establish his own firm where, for over 25 years now, John has provided expert litigation and legal services for clients from all walks of life.  John has tried dozens of cases with great success as he has a keen awareness of the courtroom, and the psychology necessary to be successful at trial.  John focuses on all aspects of criminal litigation, including Felonies, Misdemeanors and Juvenile, and all aspects of civil litigation, including Personal Injury, Wrongful Death, Civil Rights, Nursing Home Negligence, Funeral Home Negligence, Education and Student Defense.. John is also an excellent negotiator and mediator.  His practice has always been about people, helping them resolve matters in a manner best for them.  John listens, and cares for those he represents.  You may find larger firms, but you won't find one that cares more.

Derek Ewin has a wealth of Criminal Law experience including more than thirteen years in County Prosecutors’ Offices.  Eleven of those years Mr. Ewin worked as a Deputy District Attorney in Contra Costa County.   As a Deputy DA, Mr. Ewin prosecuted thousands of cases, including but not limited to:  Robbery, Homicide, Drunk Driving/DUI, Possession, Possession for Sale and Sale of Illegal Drugs, Three Strikes, Theft, Burglary, Auto Theft, Domestic Violence, Assault with Deadly Weapon, Illegal Firearms, Vandalism, Sex Crimes, Stalking, Gang cases, Arson and Drive By Shootings.  At the DA's Office, Mr. Ewin worked in several divisions including Misdemeanors, Felony Trial Team, Calendar, Juvenile, Felony Filing, Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault, Preliminary Hearings and Homicide/Gangs.  As a Criminal Defense Attorney, Mr. Ewin has handled numerous cases in the Greater San Francisco Bay Area.  He has successfully defended misdemeanor, felony and drunk driving cases.. Mr. Ewin’s extensive experience includes Jury Trials, Court Trials, Preliminary Hearings, Motions to Suppress, Motions to Dismiss, Discovery Motions, Pre-trial Negotiations, Plea Bargaining, Sentencing Hearings, Probation Violation Hearings, Investigations, Mental Defenses, Victim Representation, DMV License Suspension Hearings and Post Conviction Reductions and Dismissals.  He has also lectured in criminal law, legal updates and constitutional law to various local police agencies.   In law school, Mr. Ewin focused on Criminal Law and Trial Practice.  He tutored legal writing and competed in the National Moot Court competition.. Mr. Ewin has a reputation of integrity, honesty and skill with local prosecutors, defense attorneys, judges and court staff.  Mr. Ewin works tirelessly to help his clients get their lives back in order and to get them free of the Criminal Justice System.  Clients and Former Clients continually call and write to tell Mr. Ewin how his representation of them has changed their lives for the better.Mr. Ewin was born and raised in the East Bay, where he continues to reside with his family.  He is an avid dirt bike rider, wake-boarder, shooter and outdoorsman.  He is also involved as a teacher at his local church.

A former prosecutor with over 10 years of extensive trial experience handling criminal cases in both California and New York. I handle all types of criminal cases and always provide detail oriented legal guidance and compassion for all clients.

Samira Nikaein is a distinguished and a seasoned litigator, renowned for her expertise and dedication to justice. She earned her bachelor's degree in psychology from the University of California, Davis, before obtaining her Juris Doctor degree from Thomas Jefferson School of Law in San Diego. Despite facing numerous challenges, including living through the Iranian Revolution and the Iran-Iraq War, as well as immigrating to the United States and overcoming dyslexia, she graduated from law school with twenty years of litigation she went through an extensive training at Harvard Law School for Mediation and Conflict Resolution and founded Legal Mediation Center. .Ms. Nikaein's commitment to advocacy extends beyond the courtroom. In 2009, she completed Court Appointed Special Advocacy (CASA) training and became a court-certified child advocate in Santa Clara County. Presently, she serves on the Board of Directors of Contra Costa County Court Appointed Child Advocacy since 2021.. Deeply engaged in her community, Ms. Nikaein was one of the founders of the Iranian American Bar Association's (IABA) Northern California Chapter and served as a Director and Board member for three years. She also has shared her insights as a guest speaker at various events, including the International Symposium in 2023, and engagements with organizations such as Santa Clara School of Law, Santa Clara Family Court Services, Maitri, and PARS International TV. Notably, she co-hosted a legal program with the Honorable Judge Susan Etezadi of San Mateo County and served as Vice-President of the Parent Teacher Association (PTA) for two years in the Walnut Creek school district.Beyond her legal career, Ms. Nikaein holds a California Real Estate Broker License and a Cosmetology License, which she acquired while in high school. Presently, she is a Certified Yoga instructor and life coach, empowering students worldwide to craft fulfilling lives.In her leisure time, Ms. Nikaein indulges her passions for travel, tennis, chess, yoga, music, and cherishing moments with her loved ones. Her multifaceted pursuits reflect her zest for life and commitment to holistic well-being.

At the Law Offices of Christopher Varnell, we handle all types of criminal cases from DUIs to homicides. Our office has a reputation of being intelligent, skilled, and prepared in the courtroom, which has led to success both in trial and in negotiating settlements which were beneficial to our clients.. Choosing the right lawyer is extremely important. You need someone who is honest, who is respected by the opposition and the court, and most importantly will fight for you. At the Law Offices of Christopher Varnell we will use our experience and relationships to the client's advantage, and will always place you first.. EXPERIENCE AND EXPERTISE. DUI: Drunk Driving As an experienced DUI attorney, Christopher Varnell has defended hundreds of DUI clients at both the misdemeanor and felony level, including those charged with Vehicular Manslaughter and Second Degree Murder. He has a proven record of success in having charges dismissed, reduced, or obtaining not guilty verdicts for clients after a jury trial.. White Collar Crimes: Fraud, Embezzlement, Identity Theft At the Law Office Of Christopher Varnell, we defend clients charged with fraud, identity theft, embezzlement, and other white collar crimes. We routinely obtain strong results both in trial and in settlement.. Violent Crimes: Murder & Manslaughter, Domestic Violence, Sex Offenses Violent crimes are considered the most serious crimes and carry the harshest penalties. Christopher Varnell has successfully negotiated plea agreements of reduced charges when appropriate, and has also had many acquittals after jury trial for his clients charged with violent crimes.. Juvenile Defense Being charged with a crime as a juvenile can result in significant consequences. It is important to speak with an attorney that has a proven track record of success in defending juvenile clients. Christopher Varnell has defended hundreds of juveniles resulting in negotiated pleas and jury verdicts that were advantageous to his clients.. Please contact us for a free, private consultation with a Walnut Creek Criminal Lawyer. All communications are protected by the attorney-client privilege.

Wallin & Klarich was established in 1981. Over the past 40 years, our law firm has helped tens of thousands of families in their time of legal need. Regardless of whether our clients faced criminal or DUI charges, the loss of their driving privilege, or wanted to clean up their criminal record, we have been there to help them.. Eric A. Jones is an enthusiastic and passionate associate attorney at Wallin & Klarich. He prides himself on protecting the rights of his clients and obtaining the best possible outcome in their case. Mr. Jones has represented hundreds of clients in misdemeanor and felony cases, traffic matters and DUI cases. Our clients hire Mr. Jones because of his compassion for sensitive legal issues and his ability to present an effective defense. Upon first talking to Mr. Jones, his clients immediately recognize his honesty and straightforwardness. He embraces every client as if they are a member of his own family.

I went to law school at one of our nation's finest schools at the University of California at Irvine, where I took advanced courses in criminal law and procedure. I believe everyone deserves a complete defense. I believe in helping my clients address not only their legal problems, but all the complications they can cause. Since 2011 I have worked on cases ranging from petty theft to murder. I interned with the Orange County Public Defender's office, assisting with a range of matters at various stages of a case. This included helping indigent clients file for expungements at no cost as part of their "New Leaf" program. In 2016 I began working for one of California's top DUI defense firms. For two years I worked tirelessly on the most serious DUI cases, ranging from first offense DUI's to vehicular manslaughter and DUI murder. Since January of 2018 I have opened my own practice so that I can better cater to my clients on their terms. I am trial tested across a range of cases. As parft of my commitment to clients I don't believe in screening calls, or making clients speak to assistants and receptionists. I believe every client deserves to have an attentive and aggressive attorney. I understand being charged with a crime is scary. I personally handle each and every case that comes across my desk. I never have another attorney handle my cases.. I do not charge for a consultation. Call me and let's start planning your defense.

A 2000 graduate of Cumberland School of Law, Thomas Johnson Moore prosecuted cases as a Deputy District Attorney for Jefferson County for over 15 years.  In that time, he handled thousands of cases, including Capital Murders, Vehicular Homicides and Assaults, Armed Robberies, Home Invasions, Rapes, Child Molestations, and Domestic Violence Assaults.  He has tried over a hundred cases to jury verdict.. Thomas has tried numerous high-profile, multi-defendant, and complex cases, and has tried cases against nationally known attorneys.. He now focuses on cases with significant injuries that warrant his full attention.. If you want an attorney who knows who you are, instead of your case being just another file, then please contact Thomas Johnson Moore

Mr. Shestokas earned his B.A. in Political Science from Bradley University in 1975 and his Juris Doctor from The John Marshall Law School, cum laude, in June of 1987. In 1986-87 he served on The John Marshall Law Review. He also studied law at Trinity College in Dublin, Ireland.. Mr. Shestokas founded the Law Office of David Shestokas in November, 1987. After practicing in areas such as criminal defense, corporate law, real estate, and business financing, he later served as Assistant State’s Attorney for the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office in Chicago, IL, from 1994 to 1998, involved in over 5,000 criminal prosecutions. During that time he also worked on the Felony Review Unit, participating in police investigations and making charging decisions in over 400 felony matters. He is the senior and founding partner of the law firm of Shestokas, Raines & Malavia, with offices in Chicago, Joliet and Lemont, IL and Fort Myers, FL.. Mr. Shestokas has been admitted to practice law before the Illinois Supreme Court in 1987, the United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois in 1988, the Supreme Court of Florida in 2004, and the United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida in 2006. Additionally, he has participated in numerous activities and associations; for instance, he has been a member of the Lemont Law Enforcement Association (1998-2004), Lemont Public Library Trustee (1995-2004), Lemont Township Board of School Trustees (1998-1999), the Chicago Bar Association (from 1999 to the present), the Baltic Bar Association (1991 to the present), and has been a contributor to RWSCC Insider from 2005 a publication for real estate professionals. Additionally, from 2004 to 2006 he did a column entitled "Ask an Attorney" for the Joliet Herald.. Mr. Shestokas was also the Republican nominee for the United States Congress (5th District) in 1990 and a Republican candidate for the U.S. Congress (13th District) from 1997-1998. He has studied Spanish in both Cuba (2005) and Costa Rica (2006).. Additionally, he is currently writing for the online magazine Suite 101.  His articles can be found at

My Firm, Bass, Cerino & Brizel is a true full service personalized law firm. Each of us have tried many cases in the criminal and civil courts.  We believe that preparation is the key to getting the desired result.. Joseph Cerino is a seasoned criminal defense attorney.  Practicing for 13 years in defending those accused of crimes, he has spent the last 8 of those years applying his trial experience and know-how to representing people in marital disputes.. Jay Brizel has been spending the last 12 years representing those charged with criminal offenses.  He has a reputation of tenaciously defending his clients and frequently is appointed by the Court to represent people with particularly bad facts or cases.. We are used to fighting so you do not have to.

We, at our law firm, take a client centered approach as well as a collaborative one with the other members of our firm.

The lawyers at Russo, White & Keller P.C. have over 50 years of combined legal experience serving residents across the State of Alabama, particularly in Jefferson, St. Clair, Blount and Shelby counties. We take great interest in taking care of all our clients and that is why we put forth the most aggressive representation for each of them. When you hire our firm, you are not just hiring one lawyer, you’re hiring all of the lawyers in our firm. Effective attorneys don’t just know the law; they understand it. For that reason, we work zealously as a team to obtain the best possible results for each client.  So, regardless of your particular legal need, Russo, White & Keller, P.C. can provide you with the effective legal assistance to get you moving forward in the right direction.. We would love to meet you and discuss your legal needs. Call us today to schedule your initial consultation.  This initial consultation is FREE.  So call us today and let the lawyers of Russo, White & Keller, P.C. start working for you immediately!