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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.

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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.


33388 Criminal Defense Lawyers Found

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.6 out of 5
+1 (414) 301-6658
Location: Milwaukee 53204
Firm: Sesini Law Group, S.C.

I am the Managing Partner and Head of the Family/Deportation Practice Group at Sesini Law Group . My practice is entirely devoted to representing individuals with issues in family immigration, naturalization and citizenship, deportation defense, asylum, federal appeals and litigation, investment visas, and the immigration consequences of criminal convictions. Prior to focusing exclusively in immigration law, I practiced criminal law for many years, which experience makes me uniquely qualified to represent non-citizens with criminal convictions. I work frequently with criminal defense attorneys in criminal cases throughout Wisconsin and I have successfully vacated dozens and dozens of criminal convictions for my clients.. In 2011, I was selected as a Super Lawyer in immigration. I speak frequently on immigration issues in the community, and I am invited to speak at several immigration-related seminars, including the 2014 American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) and the 2012 Wisconsin State Public Defenders annual seminar. I am a member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association, the Wisconsin State Bar, and the 2nd, 3rd, 6th, and 7th Federal Circuit Court of Appeals, circuits in which we have successfully litigated complex immigration issues.. I am a first-generation born U.S. citizen. I received my law degree from IIT Chicago-Kent College of Law in 1991.  I speak Italian and my office is fluent in Spanish.

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
+1 (401) 214-9609
Location: Providence 02903
Firm: Law Office of John E. Macdonald, Inc.

John E. MacDonald is a trial attorney practicing criminal defense, immigration law and post-conviction relief in Rhode Island and Massachusetts. Mr. MacDonald represents clients in state and federal court in Rhode Island and Massachusetts. He has aggressively and successfully defended clients charged in every type of criminal case, including capital murder, child molestation, sexual assault, felony assault, domestic assault, patient abuse, bank fraud, mail fraud and wire fraud. He is the former president of the Rhode Island Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and a member of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. For a review of the prior criminal cases, see Cases.. Mr. MacDonald is the author of Rhode Island Criminal Defense, A Practice Manual (4th Edition), a top rated trial manual used by criminal defense attorneys throughout Rhode Island.  See below.. Mr. MacDonald represents clients seeking permanent residence and naturalization. He practices before the Providence Immigration Office and the Boston Immigration Court. For many clients facing deportation, the only recourse is post-conviction relief; that is, vacating the original conviction in state or federal court. Mr. MacDonald has successfully vacated convictions in Rhode Island and Massachusetts. For a review of prior immigration and post-conviction results, see Cases.. Mr. MacDonald is an honors graduate of Suffolk University Law School (1995) and a magna cum laude graduate of the University of Rhode Island (1990). He is admitted to practice in all state courts in Rhode Island and Massachusetts. He is also admitted to practice in the United States District Courts for the Districts of Rhode Island, Massachusetts as well as the First Circuit Court of Appeals.. The criminal defense lawyers here have the expertise and experience to successfully represent the accused for crimes from a simple traffic stop to a murder charge. We have represented aggressively and successfully clients facing felony or misdemeanor charges in the state and federal courts of Rhode Island and Massachusetts for cases such as: - Drug Possession - Domestic Assault - Assault and Battery - Sexual Assault - DUI - Molestation - Criminal Fraud. The immigration lawyers of The Law Office of John E. MacDonald, Inc. successfully represent clients at the Boston Immigration Court and Providence Immigration Office. We successfully terminate deportation cases in the Boston Immigration Court. We also help our clients obtain permanent residence through adjustment of status in the United States or consular processing abroad. Clients seeking US citizenship obtain our services to ensure that their petition is filed and approved quickly.. Attorney John MacDonald works with many clients whose immigration status requires vacating a criminal conviction or modifying the sentence. If you or a family member or friend requires post-conviction relief representation in Massachusetts or Rhode Island for the purpose of ameliorating adverse immigration consequences, contact us today to schedule your free consultation.

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.7 out of 5
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Location: Arlington 22201
Firm: Louis A. Kleiman

Attorney Louis Kleiman completed his Master of Law Degree in criminal law, at Duke University Law School before moving to the Washington metro area in 1972.  After making a spectaculer start to his career in Durham, North Carolina with a notorious trial that gained extensive media coverage where he successfully represented one of the biggest drug dealers in the state.  Mr. Kleiman used this success to build an exceptional legal career and track record in winning cases for his clients.  Known as the "peoples lawyer" Mr. Kleiman works tirelessly to ensure that the rights of each client he takes on are protected through fair and impartial legal representation.

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.9 out of 5
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Location: Milwaukee 53202
Firm: Alex Flynn & Associates, S.C.

Mr. Flynn has obtained multiple six figure jury verdicts on personal injury cases in the state court, and has won numerous homicide, sexual assault, and federal criminal cases. Alex Flynn & Associates, S.C. also has a successful appellate practice.

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.9 out of 5
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Location: Birmingham 35203
Firm: The Dodd Law Firm

Mr. Dodd represents clients in both state and federal courts in both civil and criminal matters. Originally starting his career at Jaffe, Strickland & Drennan, he rose from junior associate to become that firm’s Managing Partner in 2009. In 2010, he founded The Dodd Law Firm, where he puts his extensive trial experience to work for a select group of clients. In 2010 he was recognized by the Superlawyer’s Group and Business Alabama Magazine as one of the State of Alabama’s “Outstanding Young Lawyers” in their Rising Star section, an honor they repeated in 2011 and 2012. In 2012 Mr. Dodd was named by Birmingham Magazine as one of the region's Top Criminal Defense Lawyers as well as one of its Rising Stars. Mr. Dodd is rated AV-preeminent by Martindale Hubbell, their highest peer review rating for both professional ability and ethical standards.. Mr. Dodd was one of the original 75 attorneys to be named to the Federal Northern District of Alabama’s CJA panel. Dodd was invited to attended the prestigious Bryan R. Shechmeister Death Penalty College at Santa Clara University in California, and recently co-authored a chapter in "Defending DUI Vehicular Homicide Cases", a practitioner's handbook published by Thompson West.. In addition to his extensive experience and training in the area of criminal defense, Mr. Dodd frequently practices in the area of civil defense representing both municipal and corporate clients. Mr. Dodd served as defense counsel for Birmingham’s Mayor Bernard Kincaid, and has represented numerous professionals, such as pharmacists, nurses and other lawyers in administrative hearings in front of various state licensing boards. Mr. Dodd is also one of the lawyers retained by the Policeman’s Benevolent Association to represent its members.. Mr. Dodd has represented injured plaintiffs in both state and federal courts as well, having served as lead trial counsel in a number of personal injury cases. The breadth of Mr. Dodd’s practice and experience allows him to provide each of The Dodd Law Firm’s clients with a unique, global perspective. In Law School Mr. Dodd was awarded the Dean Thomas W. Christopher award for Lasting Contribution to the Law School, as well as the George Peach Taylor award for his role on the school’s Trial Advocacy competition team.. Prior to enrolling in law school, Mr. Dodd served as New Business Director for the New York advertising firm of Gold Communications.

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.8 out of 5
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Location: Vernon 06066
Firm: Law Office of Pamala J. Favreau

I have been representing the rights of accused persons in State Courts in Connecticut since 1989. Call me the moment you are aware that you or your loved one have come under a criminal investigation. An accused person has an absolute right to remain silent in the face of criminal accusations against them  and a right to counsel during any criminal investigation. Most people believe that they can resolve the matter by tellng police their side of the of the story. Nothing could be further from the truth in most cases. Police are trained questioners. You are at a huge disadvantage when you voluntarily choose to speak with them during a criminal investigation regardless of any assurances made to you. Providing any information to the police while you are under a criminal, DCF, or School investigation for the alleged commission of a crime may actually result in the use of totally innocent facts provided by you to corroborate the criminal complaint against you, thereby forming the basis for the probable cause necessary to secure a warrant for your arrest. If you or a loved one are the subject of a criminal investigation call Attorney Favreau. In many cases the most crucial stage of the representation is prior to arrest during the investigation phase. If you have already been arrested it is not too late. Call Attorney Favreau. I have effectively represented hundreds of people accused of crime at all stages of the criminal proceding for many years in many different Courts throughout Connecticut.  No case is too big or too small, including but not limited to, Murder, Manslaughter, Sexual Assault, Date Rape, Statutory Rape, Assault and Domestic Violence, Burglary, Larceny, Drug offenses, Breach of Peace, Criminal Mischief, Embezzelment, and other serious criminal and motor vehicle matters such as DUI as well as Juvenile matters and infractiions or traffic tickets. I have years of experience effectively representing clients at all stages of the criminal proceeding either to minimize the consequences of  criminal conduct which an accused person has admitted or  alternatively in an effort to exonerate the accused person at a trial before the Court or a Jury. I also handle certain post judgment matters such as Pardon Applications and Probabtion Violations. I am AV Rated by Martindale-Hubbell for the past 6 years and was selected to the list of Connecticiut Super Lawyers. The consequences of criminal involvement with the law are too serious for you, your family, and your loved ones to try to go it alone. My office is conveniently loated off of I-84 at exit 65 in the Vernon Professional Building. Less than 20 minutes from UCONN and only about 5 minutes from Superior Court, GA19 at Rockville. College students are particularly vulnerable during any police investigation due to their interest in remaining in good standing with their repspective University and the particular University's Student Code of Conduct often triggered by an arrest for even a minor criminal matter. Call me today for a free and confidential  consultation. You'll be glad you did!

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.0 out of 5
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Location: Des Moines 50309
Firm: Culp Law Office P.L.C.

I was born in Appleton, Wisconsin, in 1961. I grew up in Madison, Wisconsin, where I attended the University of Wisconsin-Madison and earned my Bachelor's Degree in Sociology and Criminal Justice in 1983. I then moved to Des Moines, Iowa. I attended Drake University Law School, earning My Juris Doctorate Degree in 1987. While there, I was awarded the Dean's Service Award as Honor Board Chief Justice, and the Presidential Award for Outstanding Service to the Law School. I have practiced law for the last 27 years. I practice in the area's of criminal law and personal injury law. I am a member of the Iowa State Bar Association, the American association for Justice, The Iowa Association for Justice, the American Bar Association, and I am on the Board of Directors of the Iowa Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.. I have handled almost every type of Criminal case including murder,robbery,burglary,. vehicular homicide,felony and misdemeanor drug charges as well as sex offender charges. I have handled well in excess of 1,000 drunk driving cases.. My clients tell me that the thing they like the most about me besides my experience is my accesibility. I am able to be reached 24 hours a day.

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.3 out of 5
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Location: Appleton 54914
Firm: Priebe Law Office LLC

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in United States and surrounding areas.

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
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Location: West Des Moines 50266
Firm: Rouse Law PC

My favorite google review said "He has small town morals and super skills as an attorney."  I grew up in small towns in Iowa, I am honored by that statement, and I will always give my best.

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.1 out of 5
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Location: Arlington 98223
Firm: The Cahoon Law Office, PLLC

We fight traffic infractions and we’re really good at it. Our unique blend of aggressive traffic ticket defense combined with proprietary software and an unceasing desire to serve our clients give us the competitive edge.  Keep that ticket from hitting your insurance or affecting your job.  The cost of hiring a traffic lawyer is relatively low, most infractions are handled for a flat fee of $199.  Our attorney, Craig Cahoon, has years of experience and can help you get the best result for your ticket.. Our website, , can answer many of your questions but if you would like to hear a friendly voice then call us at.  If you  like to write then email us at. Traffic Tickets:

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
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Location: Maitland 32751
Firm: Ponall Law

William R. Ponall is Board Certified by the Florida Bar in Criminal Appellate Law. Mr. Ponall is one of fewer than 30 private attorneys in the State of Florida who holds that designation. He has over 13 years of experience handling State and Federal criminal appeals, post conviction matters, and complex criminal cases throughout the State of Florida. Prior to entering private practice, he was a Staff Attorney for the United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit.. Mr. Ponall has had articles, addressing both substantive criminal law and criminal appeals, published in The Florida Defender, a magazine published by the Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, and The Briefs, a magazine published by the Orange County Bar Association. He graduated with honors from the University of Florida and the University Of Florida College of Law.. Mr. Ponall is a Past President of the Central Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, the Co-Chair of the Committee on Proposed Criminal Jury Instructions and Rules for the Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, and a member of the Orange Country Bar Appellate Practice Committee. He was selected by his peers as a Rising Star in 2012 and a Super Lawyer in 2013, 2015, and 2016.

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
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Location: Birmingham 35243
Firm: Pfeifer LLC

I am an appellate attorney, trial lawyer, law practice management consultant, freelance writer, husband, and father. My law practice website is located at , where I provide information about issues related to Alabama law. For several years I was the Law Practice Management Guide for (), which is owned by the New York Times Company. I also write for a variety of other websites and publications, and I have published articles in publications produced by the Alabama State Bar, the Alabama Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, and the American Bar Association. However, most of my time is devoted to the practice of appellate law in Alabama.

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
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Location: Winter Park 32790
Firm: Lindsey & Ferry, P.A.

Matthew P. Ferry graduated from the University of Florida with a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Finance, and earned his Juris Doctor degree from Barry University School of Law.  Mr. Ferry has practiced criminal defense law exclusively since 2006. As a partner with the law firm of Lindsey, Ferry & Parker P.A., Mr. Ferry has successfully defended clients throughout Central Florida on felony, misdemeanor, DUI and traffic related cases.. In addition, Mr. Ferry represents clients charged in federal cases before the U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida. During the past sixteen years, he has dedicated himself to the practice of law with the goal of vigorously and successfully defending his clients against criminal charges brought against them. Mr. Ferry is admitted to practice law in the state courts of Florida and the U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida. He is a member of the Federal Bar, the National Federal Bar Association, the Orlando Chapter of the Federal Bar Association, The Florida Bar, the Orange County Bar Association, the Central Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, and the Association of Trial Lawyers of America. In 2010, Mr. Ferry was appointed chair of the Criminal Law Committee of the Orange County Bar Association. In 2012, he was appointed to the Board of Directors for the Central Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. In 2015, he was nominated by The Florida Bar to lecture to attorneys on criminal law. Mr. Ferry was nominated by his peers as the number one rising star in the November 2015 edition of Orlando Style Magazine. Super Lawyers selected Matt Ferry to its 2016 and 2017 lists of Florida Rising Stars. This honor is awarded to attorneys who have demonstrated excellence in the practice of law and is limited to no more than 2.5 percent of attorneys within Florida.

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.3 out of 5
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Location: Baraboo 53913
Firm: Muter Law Office, LLC

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in United States and surrounding areas.

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.4 out of 5
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Location: Milwaukee 53202
Firm: Law Offices of Scott A Wales LLC

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in United States and surrounding areas.

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
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Location: Asbury Park 07712
Firm: John Menzel

John Menzel, J.D., and his firm defend people charged with drunk driving and related offenses in New Jersey.  John Menzel, J.D., has. > appeared in more than 300 municipal courts in all of New Jersey's 21 counties.. > tried more than a thousand drunk driving cases.. > argued more than 100 appeals before the New Jersey Superior Court's Law and Appellate Divisions and New Jersey Supreme Court.. > prepared writs of habeas corpus in Federal District Court for the District of New Jersey and Federal Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit.. > instructed lawyers and laypersons on drunk driving laws, breath testing instrumentation, and trial techniques at 149 seminars in New Jersey, Massachusetts, Alabama, Texas, Nevada, Georgia, Louisiana, and California.. > participated as a lead attorney in State v. Chun and State v. Foley, the seminal cases on the Alcotest 7110 MK-III-C in New Jersey as well as other significant cases on breath test refusal, motor vehicle operation, probable cause, and speedy trial.. > participating as a lead attorney in State v. Holland and State v. Pizzo dealing with NIST traceability and comparability of the Ertco-Hart digital temperature measuring system and Control Company digital thermometer used during Alcotest recalibrations.. > argued State v. Frye this past January in the New Jersey Supreme Court concerning whether prior DUI convictions should enhance sentencing on later breath test refusal convictions.. > wrote the NJSBA amicus brief to the New Jersey Supreme Court in State v. Koropchak concerning certain police reports should be admissible evidence at trial.. SIGNIFICANT CASES. > State v. Pizzo, 422 N.J.Super. 185 (., April 2011), after remand 309 (., Dec. 2011), the companion case to State v. Holland, a remand considering the efficacy of substituting the Ertco-Hart digital temperature measuring system used during Alcotest recalibrations with a digital thermometer manufactured by Control Company, Inc.. > State v. Kim, 412 N.J.Super. 260 (. 2010), a puzzling affirmance of a breath test refusal conviction, following acquittal of DWI after trial, barring the challenge to the refusal conviction on procedural grounds but including a “concurrence” disagreeing with the majority’s determination on the merits.. > State v. Chun, 191 N.J. 308 (2007), 194 N.J. 54 (2008), concerning admissibility of new breath testing technology--the Drager Alcotest 7110 MK-III-C breath testing device using version firmware. > State v. Cummings, 184 N.J. 84 (2005), declaring unconstitutional the “preponderance of evidence” as the burden of proof for breath test refusal charges. > State v. Foley, Cartegena, et al., 370 N.J.Super. 341 (Law Div. 2003), in Superior Court, Law Division, Camden County, concerning admissibility of new breath testing technology--the Draeger Alcotest 7110 MK III C breath testing device using version 3.8 firmware. > State v. Farrell, 320 N.J.Super. 435 (. 1999), the leading case involving the rights to speedy trial and fundamental fairness for those charged with drunk driving in New Jersey. > State v. Garthe, 145 N.J. 1 (1996), concerning the admissibility of Breathalyzer results in light of the secrecy surrounding Breathalyzer inspection procedures

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.9 out of 5
+1 (608) 618-1570
Location: Baraboo 53913
Firm: Englund & Associates Law Office, LLC

Jay Englund focuses his practice on criminal defense. He has defended thousands of people charged in a wide range of criminal and traffic offenses ranging from the most serious felonies to minor traffic violations. Before starting Englund & Associates Law Office, LLC, Attorney Englund gained valuable experience while working for one of the largest law firms in the eight county area of central Wisconsin. Before private practice, Attorney Englund clerked with the Eau Claire County Public Defender's Office and at the Waukesha County District Attorney's Office, both of which provided him with invaluable knowledge of the criminal justice system.

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
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Location: Maitland 32751
Firm: Lindsey, Ferry & Parker, P.A.

Board Certified Criminal Trial Lawyer;. U.S. Federal Court, Middle District of Florida;. U.S. Federal Court, Northern District of Florida;. U.S. Federal Court, Southern District of Florida;. U.S. Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals;. U.S. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals;. U.S. Supreme Court Bar;. U.S. Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces;. Represents attorneys in bar grievance and bar discipline cases;. Represents clients in Central Florida in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, Brevard, Polk and Lake Counties (Orlando, Sanford, Kissimmee, Melbourne, Viera, Bartow and Tavares);. Federal practice;. Federal Mortgage Fraud;. RICO;. Internet and Traveling to Meet Minor Charges (throughout Florida). Specialized defense of sex crime allegation. Specialized defense of child pornography allegation

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
+1 (505) 557-1540
Location: Santa Fe 87505
Firm: Aarons Law PC

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in United States and surrounding areas.

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.6 out of 5
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Location: Longwood 32750
Firm: Law Office of Russell F. McLatchey, P.A.

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in United States and surrounding areas.

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