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John is a criminal defense attorney, professor of law, Navy veteran and third generation Washingtonian. John has worked on thousands of criminal cases and is a member of the Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.. Honored by Avvo as a 10.0 rated attorney, John has received the Avvo “Clients Choice” award for the last five consecutive years. Additionally, he has received the preeminent AV rating from Martindale Hubbell for being peer rated for the highest level of professional excellence. Prior to law school he served as an officer in the United States Navy and as a staff member in the United State House of Representatives. He is a graduate of the Seattle University School of Law and began his legal career at the city of Everett prosecuting attorney's office. Shortly thereafter, he became an Associate Attorney at a high-profile private criminal defense law firm before founding John T Law, PLLC. John's practice is dedicated to criminal defense, including: DUI, theft, domestic violence, sexual assault, sex crimes, rape, prostitution crimes, assault, domestic violence assault, vehicular assault, driving crimes, protection order defense and Title IX defense.. John's office is centrally located in downtown Bellevue in the Columbia West Building. Underground validated parking is available.. You can contact John at

Harvard Law graduate.  Experienced Trial lawyer.  Federal, Superior, municipal    juvenile courts.  I also represent people involved in protection or anti-harrasmment proceedings.  I am passionate about the work and methodical and relentless in my case preparation.  I work closely with a fantastic investigator.

Darryl L. Daniels II, Esq. is the Founding partner of Daniels Legal, LLC. Mr. Daniels received his Bachelor of Arts from Michigan State University and his Juris Doctor from the Howard University School of Law. Mr. Daniels is currently licensed to practice in Pennsylvania and the District of Columbia.. Mr. Daniels has extensive experience as a civil and criminal trial attorney. Mr. Daniels has litigated hundreds of criminal cases including both felonies and misdemeanors. Additionally, Mr. Daniels has represented many clients facing Divorce, Custody, and Child Support issues.

Practicing criminal law is the best thing I've done in a long and varied career.  It gives true meaning to my life and to all things I value greatly: the protection of ordinary people against the enormous power of the government, which can take away our liberty, our freedom and even our lives.  A felony conviction in this country stays with you forever.  You can't vote or own a weapon, if you are convicted of a crime, unless your rights are restored by a Court, after you have completed your sentence.. For the rest of your life you will have problems finding a job, housing, some benefits will be taken away from you, such as Veteran's benefits, for example.  You will have to admit you've been convicted for the rest of your life as well.. With these high stakes, you must have a strong defense and every effort must be made to resolve the case on the best possible terms for you and your future.  This takes time, work, creativity and the willingness to keep going, even when things look dark.  We can never say what a judge or a jury will do in any case--it's illegal and unethical for a lawyer to do so.  Any lawyer who promises you a specific result is simply wrong and unethical.. I have a great team, love the work, as I said, and recognize that we all make mistakes.  We would be pleased to assist you.  Please call for a free consultation.

The Courts of Florida consider me to be an expert in the area of criminal trial law.  I am Board Certified in this area, and limit my practice to the representation and defense of the accused.

"We Won!!" wasn’t heard by Josh as a kid.. Never the sportiest fella, East Cobb, Georgia didn't inspire him to a sportsball career despite his innate athletic ability. Graduating from The Walker School in Marietta, Josh went North to Clark University, MA (Hippies, folks from New York, and SO MANY international people!). Chasing young love back to Georgia in 1998, Josh graduated from The Georgia State University College of Law in 2002 without any honors but with good memories from Mock Trial and Moot Court. And some really good friends.. Josh clerked in Cobb Superior Court (A. Grubbs), closed real estate during the boom, and then figured out that Talking was what he really liked so Josh became a Public Defender.. LOVED IT!! Participating in a system so broken was crushing. Dehumanizing.. Josh graduated from Gerry Spence's Trial Lawyers College in Wyoming (Class of 2007 ), quit working for the State and hung out a shingle. Wandering Solo was lonely, so Doug Chanco (former #JerkProsecutor Josh fought with all the time) argued with Josh to partner with him, and Doug won.. Now "We Won!" is a touch more common… Josh tries cases from municipal courts through all stages of the Federal system representing thousands of clients over 17 years from trial through appeal.. Joshua Schiffer:Admitted to All Georgia Municipal, State and Superior Courts, Court of Appeals and Supreme Court.Admitted to the Federal Courts of GeorgiaFulton County State Courts DUI/Accountability Court Board MemberGeorgia State University Law Alumni Committee Board MemberTrial Lawyers College StaffSuper Lawyers annuallySuper Lawyers Rising StarMartindale Hubbell Pre-Eminent (highest national rating)AVVO Clients Choice annuallyAVVO Perfect 10.00 annuallyAmerican Society of Legal Advocates Top 40 under 40Georgia Legal Trend Legal Elite Multiple YearsTop 100 Criminal Defense AttorneysMillion Dollar Advocates ForumLawyers of Distinction HonoreeTrial Lawyers College Graduate 2007Taught/attended over 20 regional and graduate sessions on advanced trial techniquesElected Southeast Regional F-Warrior Alumni Representative 2016-present.Over 300 hours of Psychodramatic TrainingLaw ZebraChancoSchiffer solely represents individuals and plaintiff classes from offices in Buckhead, Atlanta, GA and Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas, USVI. Measuring Southern legal roots by Generations, ChancoSchiffer is uniquely positioned to represent and assist clients with their most intimate and difficult Criminal Defense, Injury, and legal dispute cases throughout the United States and USVI.. The only firm in the East with three Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College Graduates, ChancoSchiffer's national network of top-tier legal partners is unmatched and the firm proudly co-counsel's with many of America's most well known Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Civil Rights, and Class Action firms. The President of the New York State Criminal Defense Bar through California's most exclusive Personal Injury Firms, the Best Lawyers in America choose ChancoSchiffer for their clients.. ChancoSchiffer also represents certain individuals on an on-going basis managing their daily legal affairs. This bespoke service is limited to a small number of individuals at any one time and includes deeply personal interaction.. ________________________________________________________________________________________________________. From Josh:. Mom jokes I became a Criminal Defense Lawyer because I got caught in a lot of shenanigans.  And I did.  Mostly in East Cobb, then a little in Massachusetts during Undergrad at Clark University, and maybe even a few times during Law School at Georgia State.. Clerking for a Superior Court Judge in Cobb County showed me the penalties of getting caught; tough lessons to learn.  I was the person filling out life sentences, signing the paperwork to take away freedoms.  Watching folks escorted to the "Good Bye" door. Brutal. I grew up with these folks and I saw them marched away.  It was a change moment for me.  I needed a new direction.. Basing my career on Ben Franklin’s “Doing Well by Doing Good,” I went to work saving souls in the belly of the Fulton Beast as a PD.  I had an office at the Rice Street Jail with an access code and giant brass key. Seriously... I wanted to help folks like me who ended up sideways with the world, but didnt have the same "opportunities" I had being raised in the burbs by brilliant and successful parents.. These are not what people think when they hear how long I stayed a public defender.  But they were some of the best times of my life.  I left only after graduating in 2007 from the prestigious Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College in Duboise, WY, () when it became clear that I needed follow my heart and stop working for the State.  I needed to work ONLY for PEOPLE.. The people I learned from at “The Ranch” changed everything and I founded The Schiffer Firm in 2007 so I could take the cases I want, chase justice for the person and work issues others didn't or wouldn't take.  We won a ton of matters for folks.  Lots of Domestic Violence, Drugs, Mental Health Issues, DUI, and Theft.  We pushed harder than the next guy and thats why we got the results folks wanted.  Being difficult is a goal when you are out to win.. In 2010 I merged The Schiffer Firm into ChancoSchiffer.  Doug Chanco was, and is, my favorite opposition.  We fought like hungry dogs when he tried to lock up my clients as a prosecutor and we STILL wrestle case strategies across the room on a daily basis.  By arguing all the issues we find the Path.  My clients want the Path.. I handle the criminal work and trials with our associate (and former prosector) Andrew S. Travis.  Andy's family has lawyered in Atlanta since the 1930s and we manage a mixed caseload of both minor and major criminal issues.. Doug Chanco heads up our injury practice and manages the firm. Proudly our criminal defense clients have begged us to handle their civil injury cases, and Doug now manages a substantial caseload of local and national injury cases with colleagues from coast to coast. We proudly associate with the nations top attorneys on specialist issues and are deeply proud of our connections.. A few years ago Doug and I combined our passions into Civil Rights Cases, and our representative wins include a $5 Million Verdict on behalf of a rape victim, the 2016 Marta Police Beating Federal Trial ($500K) and the $1.5 Million State Record Setting School Burn Case against Douglas County.  Victims of Crime and State Action are close to the hearts of two guys who have seen how bad the world chews on folks.  We have also associated with the president of the New York State Criminal Defense Bar on a major sex crimes matter, as he was impressed by our work on a $50 million militray bribery/fraud case we handled in 2018.  Our white collar work continues to be a source of pride and inspiration.. Most recently Doug went to the USVI and started our practice there.  He is the eclusive litigator for several island firms and is the attorney of choice for many prominent local residents.  We also started working some consumer issues as well as mass torts/class actions.  The folks that run those cases asked us to jump in, so we did!!!. There is more. A lot more.  Call me at or email me at I may not be the right attorney for you, but I like a good call and always have referrals.. Thanks for reading this.  -Josh

Brian Powers, Attorney at Law, is an established, full service criminal defense law firm with over a decade of experience.  As a former decorated police officer, a former felony prosecutor and an accomplished criminal defense attorney, Mr. Powers can help protect your rights and your freedom. A felony arrest could mean serving anywhere from six months up to a lifetime in prison. A criminal charge, even a simple misdemeanor, can blemish your criminal record and have a permanent impact on your future.

Nick Lancaster is an attorney at Fort, Holloway, & Saylor, LLC, a leading family law firm in Tennessee. With a strong foundation in trial advocacy and family law, Nick distinguished himself during law school as an associate editor of the South Dakota Law Review and a member of the Trial Advocacy Team, earning the prestigious Thomas J. Horton Advocate of Excellence award. After passing the Bar Exam, Nick relocated to Tennessee, where he dedicated two years to serving as a crisis advocate for victims of domestic violence, successfully assisting hundreds of clients secure orders of protection. This experience solidified his commitment to providing compassionate, effective legal representation in domestic violence, divorce, child custody, and related matters.Since joining Fort, Holloway, & Saylor in 2023, Nick has excelled as a skilled practitioner, shaped by the exceptional training and mentorship of the firm’s esteemed partners. Immersed in a legacy of the highest standards of legal practice, Nick has cultivated an expertise in divorce cases, child custody matters, domestic violence orders of protection, and adoptions. This rigorous preparation empowers him to deliver strategic, client-focused solutions with precision, confidence, and care.Fueled by a passion for family law, Nick combines tireless energy with a seasoned perspective, ensuring clients feel supported and empowered throughout their legal journey. His commitment to excellence, sharpened by the wisdom and guidance of his distinguished colleagues, enables Nick to secure meaningful outcomes in complex family law cases. Whether negotiating favorable settlements or advocating powerfully in the courtroom, Nick’s dedication and dynamic approach make him a trusted and effective ally for clients ready to begin the next chapter of their lives.

Our people make the difference.. Our team of experienced of counsel and independent contractor attorneys is dedicated to providing reliable and responsive service to our clients. We take the time to research your situation completely and bring about the most effective opportunities ensuring you get the best-tailored advice We’re proud that so many of our clients have repeatedly turned to us for counsel and representation. We are determined to work hard to earn our clients loyalty every day. We’re here to help you succeed.. Attorney Carminati. Giugi Carminati is a litigator and intersectional feminist advocate. She represents women, people of color, and members of the LGBTQ community in their personal and professional lives. She practices in state and federal courts in Texas, New York, and Colorado. From commercial litigation to family law and civil protection orders, she brings firm but compassionate legal advocacy for her clients. She speaks French, English, Italian and Spanish

Please find out more information about my practice, Uhuru Law & Mediation, at my website. I am pasionate about using my law degree as a means to help businesses and individuals navigate the legal system.  No one should be unrepresented if they want an attorney.  Uhuru Law means freedom.  I want to help my business and individuals clients find freedom.  Whatever legal issue is facing you I am willing to meet with you and provide counsel.  I enjoy working with clients from diverse backgrounds with a variety of needs.  I will do my best to help you handle whatever is facing you at this time in your life.  I have 12 years of experience as an attorney licensed in Colorado. I maintain a general civil practice and have experience in both transactional, litigation, and settlement and mediation matters.

I love my career as a Criminal Defense Attorney.  Every day, I get to defend our Constitutional rights against an excessively punitive and discriminatory criminal "justice" system.  In our criminal "justice" system, many people are wrongfully accused, over-charged, over-punished, or simply not afforded basic human respect.  I endeavor to help my clients navigate this system.  Sometimes this requires me to show a Jury why my client is wrongfully accused.  Sometimes this requires me to show a Judge why a search, seizure, or interrogation, violated our Constitution. Sometimes this requires me to work with a Prosecutor to reach a fair and just resolution in a case.  I look forward to performing these tasks and others in order to most effectively serve the people whom I represent.. Prior to opening my own practice, I worked at the firm of Langford-Ramos and its predecessor, Langford Legal.  I also interned at the Salt Lake Legal Defender's Association, at the Utah Court of Appeals, and at the Hill Air Force Base Office of Legal Counsel.  I currently sit on the Utah State Bar's Board for the Young Lawyer's Division as the Chair of a program that provides free representation to people facing eviction and as a Committee Member for a program that provides free legal advice to Veterans.  I have been recognized as the 2018 Pro Bono Attorney of the Year and continue to volunteer through the Utah State and Federal Courts.. Prior to practicing law, I served in the United States Marine Corps and the Utah National Guard.  My experience as an Infantry Platoon Sergeant, Intelligence Sergeant, and Linguist, helped prepare me to be successful in this career.  I have been honored to represent many veterans in my practice.

Defense lawyer David Pflaum relies on more than 30 years of experience to effectively represent his clients and get the right results.  He specializes in the defense of clients accused of felonies and misdemeanors that include domestic violence, sexual assault, burglary, fraud, shoplifting, petty and grand theft, vandalism, robbery, embezzlement, DUI, assault, battery, hit and run, drug offenses, probation violations and bench warrants.  A related area of legal specialty are temporary restraining orders (TRO).  Mr. Pflaum understands the needs of his client.  He has the compassion and expertise that makes a difference for them.

Jeremy is an honorably-discharged U.S. Coast Guard veteran who served his country from 2007 to 2014 aboard the Coast Guard Cutter Munro (WHEC-724) homeported out of Kodiak, Alaska, and as a Marine Science Technician in Alameda, California and Paducah, Kentucky.. After becoming a parent while stationed in Paducah in 2013, Jeremy separated from the Coast Guard to return to the Bay Area to establish a relationship with his son. At that time, Jeremy’s primary goal became to attend law school in order to help those parents who care deeply about their children, but struggling to establish a relationship and custody of them. Jeremy’s passion quickly became pursuing a career in the legal profession allowing him to do that which he is so passionate about and contribute to keeping families together.. As a parent, Jeremy understands the stress and trauma associated with child custody and child support disputes. More importantly, Jeremy understands the heightened-degree of importance and sensitivity of these disputes to those parents who try so hard to be involved in the lives of their children, but for one reason or another are blocked from doing so and whose great and valiant efforts often go unnoticed.. Based on his experience at the Family Violence Law Center in Oakland, a non-profit organization dedicated to cases involving domestic violence, Jeremy understands and empathizes with those who have fear of leaving an abusive relationship.. Prior to opening his office, Jeremy worked for Roberta Laub-Rode of Amigos Immigration in San Rafael where he provided assistance to dozens of clients in preparing their Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) immigration matters in counties throughout the San Francisco Bay Area.. Throughout his childhood, Jeremy’s father, a Colombian native, only spoke to him in Spanish. Thanks to his father, extended family in Colombia, his multiple trips to and sixth-grade year in Arauca, Colombia, Jeremy is now bilingual and fluent in Spanish.