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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.
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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.
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Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in United States and surrounding areas.
I have administered thousands of breath tests and personally own a DataMaster DMT, the instrument currently being used by South Carolina law enforcement. I also own the following instruments which have been used in the past:
Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in United States and surrounding areas.
Above all else, I believe in the Constitution and in a person's right to be represented by a capable lawyer during what may be one of his or her most difficult times in life. Whether you are facing criminal charges or an allegation of professional misconduct, I focus on finding a solution that meets your current needs while also protecting your future.. When charged with a crime or accused of professional misconduct, don't accept a plea offer or settlement agreement until you speak with a qualified attorney. I protect my clients by pursuing a resolution that will put them in the best possible position for their future. Many issues can be resolved amicably with the government's lawyers. However, if a hearing or trial is necessary, my experience and skill in the courtroom will put you in the best possible position to achieve your goals.
Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in United States and surrounding areas.
Jeffey Craig Stotter has been defending the rights of the accused in Northern California for over 25 years, and has been certified as a Specialist in Criminal Law by the California State Bar Board of Legal Specialization for over 20 years. Jeffrey Stotter has successfully defended clients charged with crimes ranging from DUI to Murder. All cases are serious to us, and all cases are given the same zealous and relentless efforts on our clients' behalf.. Go to for more information.
If you want an Attorney who will not candy-coat your case and who will be honest and hard working, then you've come to the right place! We are a sole practice specializing in anything from traffic tickets to murder. All consultations are free!
Frank J. Raso is known throughout Rockland, Westchester and Orange Counties as the lawyer to call if you get a DWI. Even other lawyers call Frank Raso for help with DWI cases--for one simple reason. They know that Frank Raso knows DWI defense cold.. Mr. Raso has devoted his practice to DWI defense for 35 years. With the vast majority of his DWI cases resolved either through a plea to a lesser charge or a dismissal, he has built an impressive track record. A top litigator, he has successfully tried cases in village, town and city courts, as well as county courts throughout the lower Hudson Valley.. In addition to DWI defense, Frank Raso is experienced in handling vehicular crimes, driving while suspended, vehicular assault, driving without insurance, speeding, aggravated unlicensed operation, as well as drug crimes.. More innocent people are arrested for DWI than any other crime. If you or someone you care about has been charged with DWI, call Frank Raso with confidence. First, Frank will question you about the facts and circumstances surrounding your arrest. Then he will take you step by step through the process--everything you need to know about the law, your rights, the issues, your options. If you do have a drinking problem, Frank will help you get the help you need.. Once you decide whether a negotiated settlement or a trial makes the most sense in your case, Mr. Raso will help you present yourself in the best light possible in order to get the best result possible. If you determine that your case must go to trial, you have a lawyer who is experienced in trying DWI cases -- and winning.. Active in his community on behalf of many good causes, Frank J. Raso is also a member of the New York State Bar Association, Criminal Law Section; the New York State Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers; the Rockland County Bar Association; and the Columbian Lawyers Association of Rockland and Orange Counties.
Summary Troy McKinney, a shareholder in Schneider & McKinney, P.C., has been licensed for over 25 years having graduated magna cum laude from South Texas College of Law and having been a briefing attorney at the First Court of Appeals. He is a Triple Board Certified Specialist in Criminal Law, Criminal Appellate Law and in DWI Defense Law (the only lawyer in the State to have all three Board certifications). He is the Dean of the National College for DUI Defense and is a past President of the Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association and past Board member of the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association and the Criminal Defense Lawyer's Project. He is a Fellow of the College of the State Bar of Texas and of the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Educational Institute. McKinney is co-author of Texas Drunk Driving Law (Lexis 4th Ed) and has authored dozens of published articles. He is a frequent speaker throughout the country (26 states) and internationally (5 foreign countries) on DWI and other criminal law issues. He has spoken and taught at over 150 CLE courses. He was named Lawyer of the Year in 2012 by the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association. The Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association has twice named him the Outstanding Member of the Year. He has been named a "Texas Super Lawyer" in Criminal Law and in DWI Defense, a "Top Lawyer for the People" by H Texas Magazine, and one of "Americas Best Lawyers." Schneider & McKinney, P.C. is listed as Tier 1 Houston area law firm by U.S. News and World Report in Criminal Defense: non white collar, in Criminal Defense; white collar, and in DWI Defense -- the only law firm to be ranked in all three categories. Details W. Troy McKinney received his Bachelor of Science degree from Houston Baptist University in 1981 with a double major in Political Science and Speech. He attended law school at South Texas College of Law, graduating number one in his class -- summa cum laude -- in 1986. While in law school, Mr. McKinney was a member of the Justice Court, the Order of the Barristers, and the Order of the Lytae. He was awarded several American Jurisprudence Awards and also won awards in various moot court competitions. From 1986 through 1987, Mr. McKinney was a briefing attorney for the Honorable Murry Cohen at the First Court of Appeals in Houston, Texas. Mr. McKinney was admitted to the Texas Bar in 1986, and has been admitted to practice before the United States Supreme Court, the United States Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals, and the United States District Courts for the Northern, Southern, Eastern, and Western Districts of Texas. Mr. McKinney is Board Certified in Criminal Law and Criminal Appellate Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization and in DWI Defense Law by the National College for DUI Defense: this specialization program has been approved by the American Bar Association and accredited by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. He is Dean, a member of the Board of Regents, and a sustaining member of the National College for DUI Defense, a member of the Houston Bar Association, the State Bar of Texas (Criminal and Appellate Law Sections), the College of the State Bar of Texas (Fellow), the Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association (Vice President 2000-2001, President Elect 2001-2002, President 2002-2003), the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association (Board of Directors 2004 - 2007, Executive Committee 2004-2007,2011-2012, DWI Committee Co-Chair 2006-2007), the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, and has been on the Board of the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyer's Project (2002-2005, 2007). Mr. McKinney is co-author of Texas Drunk Driving Law (Lexis, 4th Ed.), and a frequent speaker throughout the country (26 states) and internationally (5 foreign countries) on DWI and other criminal law issues. He has spoken and taught at over 150 courses. He has authored articles related to criminal defense and DWI defense that have been published in The Champion, The Voice for the Defense, and The Defender. He is frequently consulted and quoted in a variety of media publications, which have included Time Magazine, Texas Lawyer, the National Law Journal, and the Houston Chronicle. He has appeared on Donahue, Larry King, A&E, CNBC, MSNBC, CNN, TNN, Current Affairs, as well all major networks and a variety of local news programs. Two movies have been made (ABC and HBO) about cases defended by Mr. McKinney. In June 2012, McKinney was named Lawyer of the Year by the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association. In June 2001 and again in May 2007, the Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association named Mr. McKinney the Outstanding Member of the Year. Mr. McKinney has been named a Texas Super Lawyer in Criminal Law (2004-2012) and in DWI Defense (2005-2012), a "Top Lawyer for the People" by H Texas Magazine (2005-2012) and one of "Americas Best Lawyers" (2007-2012). Schneider & McKinney, P.C. is listed as Tier 1 Houston area law firm by U.S. News and World Report in Criminal Defense: non white collar, in Criminal Defense; white collar, and in DWI Defense -- the only law firm to be ranked in all three categories. Mr. McKinney is trained as a practitioner and instructor in the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Standardized Field Sobriety Tests -- the roadside exercises that officers ask citizens to perform -- and is a DOT trained Intoxilyzer 5000 operator and maintenance technician. Mr McKinney owns an Intoxilyzer 5000 EN, the breath test machine used throughout Texas for the last decade. He is an associate member of the American Academy of Forensic Sciences, and a member of the American Chemical Society, the Association of Analytical Communities International, and the American Association for Clinical Chemistry.
I'm an Oregon attorney emphasizing criminal and DUII defense in the Portland metropolitan area. I have worked in criminal law for most of my 23 years as a lawyer including five years as a Mulnomah County prosecutor and three years as the lead lawyer to the Portland Police Bureau. I have spent the past 11 years representing men and women facing criminal charges in Oregon.
The Law Offices of Robert E. O’Connor, P.C., was established in 1996. Attorney O’Connor grew up in Delaware County having graduated from the last class of Nether Providence High School in 1983. Following graduation, he received his Bachelors of Science in Business Administration from Millersville University in 1988. In 1996, Attorney O’Connor graduated from Widener University with both his Masters Degree in Business Administration and his Juris Doctor Degree. Also, in 1996, he passed and became licensed to practice law in both Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Attorney O’Connor is married with three children. He resides in Wallingford, Pennsylvania, where he grew up. He has had the privilege of serving as a township commissioner in his community, having been initially elected in 1997 and sworn into office in 1998. Since then, he has been re-elected in 2001, 2005, 2009, 2013 2017 and 2021. When not working as an attorney or a township commissioner, he enjoys spending time with his family, as well as coaching and playing ice hockey. He is also a member of St. John Chrysostom Parish in Wallingford.
Graduate of the Northern Illinois University School of Law 2002. Licensed to Practice Law in the State of Illinois 2003. Served in the United States Army—Member of the Military Police Corp.. Member of:. • The American Bar Association. • Illinois State Bar. • American Association for Justice. • Kankakee County Bar Association. Prior Work Experience:. • Assistant State’s Attorney- Kankakee County State’s Attorney Office (2003-2004). • Associate with the Firm of Elliott & McClure
My award-winning team of attorneys has been recognized as one of the leading DWI defense law firms in New York State. Every criminal case is reviewed by and worked on by all the partners in the firm. We take care of every case as if you were family. Our practice focuses on DWI, Criminal defense and Vehicle and Traffic law violations.
Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in United States and surrounding areas.
Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in United States and surrounding areas.
I am a specialist in the field of Drunk Driving Defense and Driver License Restoration. I am the Editor and contributing author of the book "Michigan Drunk Driving Defense and Practice". My chapters include a chapter on Defenses and a chapter on License Restoration. I am also a contributing author three other books with chapters that include; "Traffic" in the "Basic Practice Manual"; "Driver License Sanctions" in the "Collateral Consequences" book ; and the commentary for the “Traffic” section of the “Michigan Criminal Jury Instructions”.
Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in United States and surrounding areas.
Ross Begelman is a member of both the Pennsylvania and New Jersey Bar Associations. Mr. Begelman graduated in the top 5% of his class at Delaware School of Law at Widener University, in May of 1979. He then became a congressional aid in the United States House of Representatives. He was appointed a Deputy Attorney General specializing in economic crimes, fraudulent business practices and complex criminal litigation by Governor Byrne of New Jersey and reappointed to this position by Governor Kean.. In August of 1987, Mr. Begelman opened his own firm always emphasizing personal client contact and aggressive representation. He became known throughout the State of New Jersey and Southeastern Pennsylvania as a persuasive litigator in the areas of Civil Litigation, Personal Injury Law, Criminal Defense, Employment Law, and Whistle Blower Claims.. Since then Mr. Begelman, along with his partner Marc Orlow, has provided New jersey and Pennsylvania clients with the area's most aggressive and personal representation.. Mr. Begelman's civil practice has included major prosecutions of Construction Litigation, Personal Injury Claims, Class Action Litigation, Corporate Fraud and Whistle Blower Claims. Begelman, Orlow & Melletz, Attorneys at Law has successfully litigated one of the nations largest whistle blower claims against a major retail pharmacy, resulting in a very large finders fee for his client. His aggressive, yet personable, approach to the law and representation of his clients have rewarded him with both praise by both judges and adversaries alike.. Trial Judges have commented that he is one of the great trial attorneys, his prosecution of the case was stellar and stated I would not want to be cross examined by him. In commenting on both Mr. Begelman and Mr. Orlow's representation of a client in a complex and hotly litigated civil case, the judge said If I am ever in trouble, I will have you represent me.. Mr. Begelman is a member of the Association of Trial Lawyers/New Jersey, The Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers of America and Taxpayers Against Fraud. Mr. Begelman prides himself on his relationships that he has built over many years and his reputation as an aggressive zealous advocate.
Eric Dixon has practiced law in New Mexico for over thirty years. He has been involved in his community as Roosevelt County Chamber of Commerce President; President of the Portales Rotary Club (Paul Harris Fellow); Chair-person of the Zoning and Planning Commission; Benefactor of the Roosevelt County Special Hospital District. In addition, he has been involved in improving the legal profession as a volunteer on various Bar Association and Supreme Court Committees. He has tried numerous civil and criminal cases in Federal and State Court. He has handled numerous appeals in the State appellate courts including appearances in the New Mexico Supreme Court and the New Mexico Court of Appeals along with the Federal 10th Circuit Court of Appeals in Denver, Colorado. He is licensed in New Mexico, Texas and Colorado. He has been an instructor of business law, and real estate law at ENMU; and an instructor of various law related courses at the NMJC; Embry Riddle University and Chapman University. He has been widely quoted in the media on a number of legal issues throughout the Country on numerous occassions. Mr. Dixon practice concentrates of civil and criminal jury trials including personal injury involving motor vehicles, trucks, and motorcyles; employment discrimination; civil rights disputes. He has tried cases to verdict in N.M. federal court; and state courts in New Mexico.
Lisa has extensive experience in all aspects of domestic relations practice, including pre-nuptial agreements, custody and paternity issues, divorce, legal separation, modifications, contempt and equity actions and guardianships. Whether in negotiations or at trial, Lisa pays particular attention to accurate analysis and valuation of the myriad of assets and financial interests often at stake in a divorce, whether they are business interests, various investments, stock options, or pension and profit-sharing plans, and considers the tax consequences both of dividing assets and establishing support obligations. Lisa has developed a network of professionals with whom she works closely and who provide specialized assistance in these areas.