Top Criminal Defense Lawyers in phoenix | 462 available

462 Criminal Defense lawyers are available in phoenix, Arizona, including Bernardo Garcia, Blackwell Law Office, Blake E Whiteman, and Blischak Law. These lawyers are rated between 3.9/5 to 4.3/5 and 56% provide free consultation.
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.2 out of 5

Bernardo Garcia

Firm: Garcia Law Firm, PLC
827 North 5th Avenue , Phoenix , Arizona 85003
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Bernardo Garcia is a bilingual criminal lawyer based in Phoenix, Arizona. He focuses his practice on many areas of criminal defense, including crimes that involve misdemeanors and felonies. He serves clients in the greater Phoenix area, including Goodyear, Avondale, Gilbert, Scottsdale, Tempe, Mesa, Chandler, Glendale and more. Other surrounding areas of practice include Maricopa County and Pinal County.. Mr. Garcia speaks fluent Spanish. If your loved one does not speak English but has been charged with a crime, he or she can be at a serious disadvantage. Some attorneys rely on their legal staff to act as translators, which can lead to breakdowns in communication. This only adds to the confusion that can take place in the criminal justice system. Mr. Garcia can speak directly to your loved one in Spanish to keep the lines of communication open and clear.. Bernardo Garcia offers free consultations, as well as free jail visits within Maricopa County. If your or a loved one need a Phoenix criminal defense attorney, contact Mr. Garcia today.. Attorney Garcia handles many types of criminal defense, including illegal reentry after deportation, DUI/DWI, and aggravated assault. With over 25 years of experience as a Arizona Spanish speaking criminal defense lawyer, Mr. Garcia can provide capable and effective representation for your case, no matter how large or small. If your loved one is caught up in the Arizona legal system, Mr. Garcia can help you every step of the way.. You can expect knowledgeable, professional legal services that are carried out with personal attention and care. Mr. Garcia does not delegate important tasks to his legal staff. Calls from his clients are routed to his personal cell phone, and he will answer day or night. If necessary, he will even take an emergency call at 3:00 AM.. The Arizona criminal justice system can be relentless and unforgiving, but Mr. Garcia believes in protecting you or your family member to the greatest extent possible under the law. He protects all clients as if he were protecting his own. He offers representation for a number of different types of cases, including homicide, mental health defenses, and arson.
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“Years ago, he was hired. Did an excellent job in the court room & very knowledgeable & experienced”
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Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.2 out of 5

Brian Soto

Firm: SOTO-LAW PLLC
4001 N. 3rd Street , Phoenix , Arizona 85012
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Brian grew up in Nogales, Arizona, a city that lies along the border of the United States and Mexico. Growing up in Nogales gave Brian a unique perspective on some of the major issues our country is currently facing; including but not limited to immigration and drug trafficking. Brian’s is the son of a refugee. His mother was born in Cienfuegos, Cuba. Although she naturalized many years before her birth, Brian witnessed firsthand the traumatic effects that immigrating to a foreign country at a young age can cause. In 1961, at the age of seven, his mother immigrated to the United States without her parents during Operation Pedro Pan. Brian’s passion for helping immigrants with their immigration process comes not only from being the son of an immigrant, but also from having lived in a bordertown. Brian recognizes that even good people can succumb to the pressures and temptations of life. He truly believes that every person accused of a crime deserves the best representation and the opportunity to demonstrate that their charges do not define them as a person.. When faced with a criminal or immigration court case, let Brian defend you or your loved one!
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“..Muy agradecidos mi esposo y yo con su excelente servicio y atencion a sus clientes. Quedamos m”
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“I endorse this lawyer.”
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“Choosing Attorney Soto to help me with a case was definitely the best decision of my life. I want to highlight that from the very first moment I contacted him, I spoke directly wit…”
— Camila Villamizar
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Yelp Rating: Rated 1.0 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.2 out of 5

Caroline Aeed

Firm: Aeed Law
2314 E Osborn Rd , Phoenix , Arizona 85016
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense
Caroline Aeed is a Criminal Defense Attorney in Phoenix dedicating her practice to aggressively defending  DUI related offenses and other criminal matters.  Ms. Aeed is a third generation native Arizonan and the second DUI lawyer in her family.  Prior to starting her own law firm, the Law Office of Caroline Aeed in 2004, Ms. Aeed was a trial lawyer with the Maricopa County Public Defender’s Office.  Ms. Aeed is a 1996 graduate from Arizona State University with a B.A. in Political Science and a law degree from the University of Wyoming in 2000.  Ms. Aeed contributes her firm’s success to remaining a small practice based primarily on referrals.  By keeping it small she is able to connect with each client individually.  Her expertise stems from studying patterns of errors in the various crime labs, focus on the individual criminalist’s pattern of lab errors and errors in officer phlebotomy.  The art of simplifying forensic alcohol evidence to the jury continues to contribute Ms. Aeed’s successful practice.
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“pe for a recovery from this case. Thank you and your team for all you do.”
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“If you just want the minimum possible service, then yes go to her. She did not help us really, other than prolonged the case. The outcome, we could have...”
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“I have come to know Caroline Aeed as one of the most respected and accomplished Attorneys . Her compassion and dedication is unmatched. She is as fine of an individual, as I have h…”
Avvo Rating: Rated 4.9 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.2 out of 5

Carmen Gosselin

Firm: C.G. Law PLLC
420 W. Roosevelt St. , Phoenix , Arizona 85003
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Practicing criminal defense law for over ten years. Experienced in all areas of criminal defense including DUI and related charges.  Extensive experience representing clients charged with domestic violence offenses.  Known as a fierce trial attorney.
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“al expertise, she is a counselor in the truest sense of the word. She was extraordinarily supportive”
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“I endorse this lawyer.”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.2 out of 5

Carmen Chenal Horne

Firm: Carmen Chenal Horne Law Firm PLLC
1934 E Camelback Rd Ste 120 625 , Phoenix , Arizona 85016
Practice Areas: Banking & Finance, Bankruptcy, Business & Commercial, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense, Business, Contracts & Agreements, Gaming, Education, Administrative Law, Personal Injury, Libel & Slander, Medical Malpractice, Commercial, Construction & Development, Appeals, Litigation
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“Hire Carmen Chenal if you want a bright, tenacious, highly skilled, and passionate litigator. I honestly do not believe any other Lawyer could have pr...CharlesI hired Carmen to he…”
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Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.2 out of 5

Cara Dames

Firm: Castillo Law
2025 N. 3rd Street, Suite 150 , Phoenix , Arizona 85004
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Cara Dames is a licensed Arizona and California* attorney. She began her legal career as an attorney at the Maricopa County Public Defender’s Office in Phoenix, Arizona. She has significant experience representing clients facing felony charges in Maricopa County Superior Court proceedings, such as initial appearances, status conferences, oral arguments, motion hearings, and sentencings. She focuses her practice on tenacious negotiations and strong advocacy, with an emphasis on client communications.Cara graduated cum laude from Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law and completed the law school’s Trial Advocacy Certification. While in law school, she completed multiple externships, internships, and clinics in criminal defense, trial advocacy, and family law. Notably, she worked as a Summer Fellow at Harvard Law School in the Harvard Legal Aid Bureau. During the Fellowship, she directly represented indigent clients in family law cases and successfully won a contested guardianship removal trial that reunited a single mother with her child.. Cara received numerous awards for her academic achievements including CALI Awards in Legal Advocacy and the Public Defender Clinic, William H. Pedrick Scholar Awards, the Maricopa County Bar Foundation Justice Michael D. Ryan Diversity Award, the Sun Devil Giving Day Scholar Award, the Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law Alumni Association Scholarship Award, the State Bar Criminal Justice Section Future Practitioner Award, and the Paul Holloway Trial Advocacy Graduation Award. She also served as the Vice Chair of Internal Affairs for the Asian Pacific American Law Student Association and as the Director of Victory Place for the Homeless Legal Assistance Project. Through all of these organizations, she volunteered more than 580 hours of pro bono service and received the Highest Pro Bono Distinction.. Prior to law school, Cara obtained her Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology, with a concentration in Crime, Justice, Law, and Society, from the University of San Diego, graduating with Departmental Honors. She also previously worked as a legal secretary and law clerk for multiple years in both California and Arizona. She is a first-generation college student, who was born and raised on the Island of Guam.. *CA Bar Admission Currently Pending
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“. Big thanks to Brooke who was always able to answer questions if Cara was helping someone else.”
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“Cara is an exceptional lawyer.”
Avvo Rating: Rated 4.9 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.2 out of 5

Candy Marrufo

Firm: Mayestelles PLLC
3636 N Central Ave Ste 1000 , Phoenix , Arizona 85012
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Attorney Candy Marrufo hails from San Luis, Arizona but later moved to Phoenix to pursue her education. Upon graduating with her Bachelor of Science in criminology, Ms. Marrufo went to work for the organization "ICAN." Here, she worked with at-risk youths in Chandler with the goal of keeping them out of gangs and crime. After her time at ICAN, she decided to go back to school to pursue her law degree. Ms. Marrufo's experiences have made her a more compassionate criminal defense attorney.
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“Candy was great, she helped me with what I thought was a very simple matter, little did I know the e”
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“I have worked with Candy for close to 4 years at the time of this endorsement and can easily say that not only do I have immense respect for her ability to provide clients with exc…”
Yelp Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.2 out of 5

Burges McCowan, PLC

Firm: Burges McCowan, PLC
1421 E Thomas Rd , Phoenix , Arizona 85018
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI
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“Burges is an amazing attorney! He helped me and my family through a very difficult time.”
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“After speaking to Mr McCowan the first time, we knew that he was the one that would give our case the personal attention we were looking for at the time. All said and done, the out…”
— Dawn Helms
Avvo Rating: Rated 4.8 out of 5
Yelp Rating: Rated 3.7 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.2 out of 5

Bruce Blumberg

Firm: Bruce E. Blumberg, P.C.
3600 N 19th Ave , Phoenix , Arizona 85015
Practice Areas: Assault & Battery, Consumer Fraud, Criminal Defense , Domestic Violence, Drug Crimes, DUI/DWI, Felonies, Juvenile , Parole and Probation, Traffic Violations, White Collar Crime, Criminal Defense
Bruce Blumberg is certified as a Specialist in Criminal Law by the State Bar of Arizona. Of the 18,000 licensed attorneys in Arizona, only about 750 of them have received specialist certification, and only a handful of those are certified in the area of Criminal Law. During his tenure as a defense attorney, Bruce has represented many serious felony matters, including a number of death penalty cases as a Maricopa County Court Appointed Counsel. Bruce has a reputation within the legal community of being an honest, hard-working attorney. He has a passion for his clients and dedicates 100% to the defense of any client represented by his firm. Although Bruce has always maintained an emphasis on Criminal Law, he also uses his litigation skills in representing many clients on Family Law matters.  Blumberg & Associates was founded in 1988 and was located (in the Luhrs Tower) just a short drive from the Superior Court, the County Attorney’s Office and the Maricopa County Jail. This close proximity has allowed Bruce to develop relationships that would not have been cultivated from an office anywhere else in the Valley. Bruce attended Michigan State University, graduating in 1976 with a pre-law degree. He was subsequently accepted into Thomas M. Cooley Law School in Lansing, Michigan. After receiving his law degree, Bruce was admitted to the Michigan Bar. While practicing law during the day, he studied at Wayne State University in Detroit where he earned Masters of Law in Taxation.. Bruce Blumberg was selected as one of the Top 100 Trial Lawyers in the U.S. from the National Trial Lawyers Association as well as a Southwest Super Lawyer from Super Lawyers.
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“and did my best to recount the incident with the police. The State placed undue additional burdens o”
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“Bruce Blumberg understands the criminal law landscape in Arizona as well as anybody in the state. His trial success speaks for itself. In addition to his...”
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“I endorse this lawyer.”
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“It took awhile to be able to write this as my head is still spinning because of the trial we just went through. I tried hard to find words that would do justice to Mister Bruce Blu…”
— Simona Storm
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Yelp Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.2 out of 5

Brian Douglas Sloan

2 N. Central Ave., Floor 18, Suite 1929 , Phoenix , Arizona 85004
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense
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“I hired Brian for a first offense DUI and was basically promised that by hiring him, he’d be able to get my charge plead down. WRONG! I was charged an...a clientArizona DUI penalti…”
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“I work at a high level within a large company. The thought that I could ever get a DUI / leaving the scene of an accident arrest was beyond my wildest...”
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Avvo Rating: Rated 3.4 out of 5
Yelp Rating: Rated 1.0 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.2 out of 5

Brett Donaldson

Firm: The Cavanagh Law Firm
1850 North Central Avenue Suite 2400 , Phoenix , Arizona 85004
Practice Areas: Civil , Criminal Defense , Personal Injury, Car Accidents
Brett Donaldson’s civil practice is primarily focused in the areas of claims and defenses involving motor vehicle collisions, insurance defense/special investigation/fraud and also in areas of contracted agreements.  Mr. Donaldson has extensive trial experience and has tried more than 60 jury trials to date with excellent results for his clients who are both individual and corporate clients.. In addition to his civil practice, Brett T. Donaldson practices in the area of criminal defense.  He has tried dozens of serious felony cases, and has extensive trial experience in both non-jury trials and other criminal defense matters.  Mr. Donaldson previously served as a Deputy County Attorney with the Maricopa County Prosecutor’s Office and was assigned to the Family Violence Bureau in the Major Crimes Division.  Mr. Donaldson’s recent experience in criminal matters includes:. Before becoming a prosecutor, Mr. Donaldson served as a sworn police officer in southern California and graduated number one in his police academy.  Mr. Donaldson’s experience as a police officer allows for additional insight in identifying the strengths and weaknesses of the police investigation.. Mr. Donaldson effectively plans and executes trial strategies and utilizes strong negotiation skills to obtain pre-trial resolutions.  While an early dismissal is certainly desirable, he will not hesitate to go to trial to get the best results for his clients.. Mr. Donaldson has a reputation within the legal community of being an honest, smart, and hard-working trial attorney.  He has a passion for his clients and dedicates 100% to the defense of any client represented by his firm.  Interested parties should contact him directly to discuss any legal issue that they may be facing to determine whether he may be of assistance.
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“Rented an expensive condo from Mr Donaldson , and paided my rent on time and never damaged anything ..He and his wife also an attorney demanded 7,000...”
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“I endorse this lawyer. A highly skilled and respected lawyer in the community.”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Yelp Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.2 out of 5

Bret Royle

3200 North Central Ave, Suite 1850 , Phoenix , Arizona 85012
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Juvenile, Violent Crime, White Collar Crime, Expungement
Arizona's Super Lawyers Rising Star, the National Trial Lawyers: Top 100, and one of Arizona’s Outstanding Lawyers of 2018 are only several of the distinguished accolades Bret Royle has been awarded as a Phoenix based criminal defense and DUI attorney.. However, before he began practing law, Bret attended the University of Miami School of Law. After graduation from law school, Bret joined an Arizona criminal defense firm, where he gained valuable experience in numerous areas of the law. He proceeded to open his own firm in 2011, where he focused on DUI and criminal defense, gaining a reputation as one of the more successful young criminal defense attorneys in the Phoenix area. Bret has been featured on CNN, Fox News, ABC News and NBC News amongst others.. Bret joined with fellow Phoenix criminal defense attorney Adam Feldman in founding their firm, Feldman & Royle, where he continues to dedicate himself to the successful representation of clients charged with a wide array of criminal offenses, from criminal traffic violations to murder. Mr. Royle provides a free consultation for those interested in learning more about the ways in which Feldman & Royle can assist those charged or being investigated with a crime.
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“ared!! That’s when I close friend referred me to Bret! I can confidently say that Bret is the abso”
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“Bret Royal really cares about his clients and this is truly evident in how he handles the case by working hard to bring success. He is prompt in returning...”
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“An excellent lawyer who treats clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism - an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend for future services.”
Avvo Rating: Rated 3.0 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.2 out of 5

Bradley TenBrook

Firm: Gregg R. Woodnick, PLLC
1747 E. Morten Avenue, Suite 205 , Phoenix , Arizona 85002
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Brad is a graduate of The Ohio State University and earned his Juris Doctorate from the University of Toledo College of Law. He is licensed to practice law in Arizona and has been since 2006. Prior to working at Gregg R. Woodnick, PLLC, Brad worked at the Maricopa County Office of the Legal Defender and the Arizona Attorney General's Office. This experience gave Brad a vast working knowledge of Family Law, Juvenile Law, and Criminal Law. Moreover, dealing with CPS for over 4 years gives Brad specific knowledge of child abuse/neglect cases. Brad's ability to represent clients who have cases that involve both CPS and criminal law is an asset to the firm.When not working, Brad enjoys spending time with his family and traveling.
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“status and placed a 20,000 dollar with the firm. It wasn't till my case with Scottsdale Court was r”
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“Brad competently handled the criminal and DCS side of a complex case which involved allegations of child abuse. His knowledge and skill set was integral to navigating the various a…”
Yelp Rating: Rated 4.3 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.2 out of 5

Blischak Law

Firm: Blischak Law
3770 N 7th St , Phoenix , Arizona 85014
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Criminal Defense, DUI
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“Excellent service! They are fast and effective. Great communication he was updating me with my case and always gave me comfort. Best law firm I've ever...”
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“?DO NOT USE THIS COMPANY? When I decided to take it to trial the Son told me I wouldn’t win and told me to …”
— Ronaye Mya
Avvo Rating: Rated 1.0 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.2 out of 5

Blake E Whiteman

Firm: Ridenour Hienton & Lewis PLLC
201 N Central Ave Ste 3300 , Phoenix , Arizona 85004
Practice Areas: Business & Commercial, Business Organizations, Criminal Defense , Divorce, Estate Planning, Family , Insurance , Personal Injury, Probate , Real Estate , Business, Business, Criminal Defense, Family, Litigation
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“This attorney failed to inform us that our discovery period was when we were required to submit our witnesses and did not include the witnesses we had...a Family clientI hired Blak…”
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Carolyn Macias

Firm: RYAN RAPP & UNDERWOOD, PLC
3101 North Central Avenue Suite 1500 , Phoenix , Arizona 85012
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Yelp Rating: Rated 1.0 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.2 out of 5

Blackwell Law Office

Firm: Blackwell Law Office
420 W Roosevelt St , Phoenix , Arizona 85003
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Criminal Defense, DUI
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“If I could give this crooked D bag no stars, I would. Hired him to help with a simple car accident back in 2019 and still going through it with this guy....”
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Avvo Rating: Rated 4.0 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.2 out of 5

Brian de La Torre

Firm: Maricopa County Public Defenders Office
620 W Jackson St Ste 4015 , Phoenix , Arizona 85003
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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“Brian is a nice guy. He was always easy to reach. He advised me well. I was guilty of a crime and th”
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Avvo Rating: Rated 1.0 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.2 out of 5

Candice Shoemaker

Firm: Law Office of Candice L. Shoemaker, LLC
1641 E Osborn Rd Ste 8 , Phoenix , Arizona 85016
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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“Finally got ahold of her the day before my last court date to confirm she would show up and she noti”
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Avvo Rating: Rated 4.4 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.2 out of 5

Carissa A Jakobe

Firm: Law Office of Carissa A Jakobe PLLC
Po Box 549 , Phoenix , Arizona 85001
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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“nd not jail, today and that is all that matters in the end.....”
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“Ms. Jakobe is one tough Lawyer. She can argue like no other, and vigorously fights for her clients.”

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