Find the Best Criminal Defense Attorneys

  • McCoy & Sparks, PLLC

     212 W Stephen Foster Ave
    Bardstown, Kentucky 40004
    United States

    McCoy & Sparks, PLLC offers skilled legal representation for personal injury victims throughout Central Kentucky. Whether you’ve been harmed in an accident, through medical malpractice, or at work, our committed team is here to secure the compensation you deserve. Allow us to assist you through the legal process. Reach out to McCoy & Sparks, PLLC today to schedule your free consultation. Website: https://www.mccoyandsparks.com/

  • The Botnick Law Firm – DUI/OVI & Criminal Defense Attorney

     20600 Chagrin Blvd Suite 410
    Shaker Heights, Ohio 44122
    United States

    Fight for your FREEDOM — Top-Rated Cleveland Criminal Defense Law Firm // Quality Representation. 5-Star Avvo Rating. Voted Best DUI Lawyers in Cleveland 2020 by Expertise. Our #1 Goal is to Protect The Rights & Liberties of the Criminally Accused. Accused Of A Serious Crime? — The Botnick Law Firm – DUI/OVI & Criminal Defense Attorney is ready to FIGHT for Clients facing Serious Felonies & Misdemeanors. Criminal Defense. DUI/OVI. Driving Offenses. Expungements. Delinquency Matters. We DEFEND

  • The Clarke Law Firm

     201 E Main St Suite 350
    Murfreesboro, Tennessee 37130
    United States

    At The Clarke Law Firm, our attorney combines unique case strategies with aggressive representation to effectively manage your legal issues. Specializing in criminal defense and personal injury, we are well-equipped to tackle any legal challenge you face. Reach out to us today to start reviewing your case with our dedicated local team.

  • Eldessouky Law

     2102 Business Center Dr
    Irvine, California 92612
    United States

    . At Eldessouky Law, we understand the complexities of employment law and how it can impact individuals in the workplace. Our dedication to safeguarding the rights of employees in Irvine is evident in our comprehensive legal services. As an employment lawyer, Mohamed Eldessouky is committed to advocating for those who have faced wrongful termination, discrimination, or any form of workplace injustice. website:https://eldessoukylaw.com/orange-county/irvine/

  • Capetillo Law Firm

     345 Commerce Green Blvd Ste. 200
    Sugar Land, Texas 77478
    United States

    At Capetillo Law Firm, we provide expert legal services for personal injury and criminal defense across Texas. Our experienced attorneys handle cases involving car accidents, slips and falls, medical malpractice, and criminal charges with a commitment to achieving the best results for our clients. We work on a contingency fee basis for personal injury cases, meaning you don’t pay unless we win. Contact us today for a free consultation—call (346) 249-5544 or fill out our online form to take the f

  • Thomas John Gayle

     713 Kirby St
    Lake Charles, Louisiana 70601
    United States

    Phone: 3374941220

    Frequently, people who have been injured in a car wreck find it difficult to secure ongoing medical treatment for their injuries. Gayle Law Firm can help. We work with a network of physicians who regularly treat car accident victims, and we can assist you in getting prompt medical treatment.

  • Ryan Cox

     500 Huey P Long Ave
    Gretna, Louisiana 70053
    United States

    Phone: 5043617720

    We are a New Orleans area law firm specializing in Criminal Defense and Personal Injury. As a former prosecutor in Jefferson Parish Court, Ryan Cox knows the system.

  • Joel M. Mann – Las Vegas Criminal Defense Lawyer

     601 S 7th St #9
    Las Vegas, Nevada 89101
    United States

    As a Las Vegas criminal defense lawyer, Mr. Joel Mann has the knowledge and experience to handle various criminal cases, including DUI, drug offenses, and white-collar crimes. His office is conveniently located in downtown Las Vegas and offers free consultations to discuss your case. Call the Law Office of Joel M. Mann today to schedule your free consultation and protect your rights. Se habla español. Website: https://www.legalmann.com/

  • Saller, Lord Ernstberger & Insley

     10 South St UNIT 503
    Baltimore, Maryland 21202
    United States

    Phone: 4107837945

    Saller, Lord, Ernstberger & Insley have many years of experience, the skilled lawyers at Saller, Lord, Ernstberger & Insley are ready to help you construct an aggressive, smart, and decisive defense strategy to provide you with the desired results

  • The Law Office Of Earl Dobson

     1415 N Locust St Suite 2
    Denton, texas 76201
    United States

    The Denton Law Office of Defense Attorney Earl Dobson has handled hundreds of criminal jury trials in Denton County, Texas during his 30 year legal career. As a local, experienced criminal defense attorney with extensive knowledge of the local Denton County criminal justice system, firm principal, Earl Dobson, understands that the consequences of an arrest can be intimidating and very frightening.

  • Sidhant Dhingra & Associates

     122/40, west azad nagar, Street no. 17 ph.+91-9650677902 india
    Sawai Madhopur, Rajasthan India 110051
    United States

    Sidhant Dhingra is a well-known criminal advocate delhi, who specializes in complicated and high coverup cases such as white-collar crime. Web: https://advocatesidhantdhingra.com

  • Jennifer Granger

     224 Main St
    Sierra City, USA 95959
    United States

    Phone: 5304700328

    Nevada County Criminal Defense & Family Law Attorney, Jennifer Granger, is known for being an aggressive advocate for her clients. With a winning record in the courtroom, Ms. Granger represents clients in cases involving DUI charges, domestic violence crimes, sex crimes, and drug crimes.

  • SoCal Criminal Defense Lawyer

      West Covina
    West Covina, California 91790
    United States

    SoCal Criminal Defense Lawyers is a distinguished legal firm dedicated to providing expert legal representation in criminal defense throughout Southern California. The firm, which comprises a team of seasoned and highly skilled attorneys, is committed to safeguarding the rights and interests of individuals facing criminal charges.

  • NIDHI RAJOURA & ASSOCIATES

     india court
    Sawai Madhopur, Rajasthan India 94523
    United States

    Phone: 9999860803

    Seeking Justice for the Innocent, Nidhi Rajoura dedicates both her time and effort into striking strategies to ensure that the accused’s most basic ethic – the right to be defended, is adequately served and wholesome. Web: https://advocatenidhirajoura.com

  • Eric Alan Berg

     GMFH+54 Pacheco
    redding, California United States

    Phone: 5302235100

    Berg is a member of both the State Bar of California and the American Bar Association. In addition, he has met the exacting standards of the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization to be named a Certified Criminal Law Specialist. His law firm, Berg & Associates, has been a leader in medical marijuana patients’ rights and has been involved in land-breaking cases related to the use of this medicine.

  • King Law

     1373 Westgate Center Dr, Suite 100
    Winston-Salem, North Carolina 27103
    United States

    King Law is a law firm serving Winston-Salem, NC, assisting clients with Family Law, Estate Administration & Elder Law, Criminal Defense, Personal Injury and Civil Litigation cases. Phones are answered 24 hours a day, all year long. || Website: https://kinglawoffices.com/office-locations/north-carolina/winston-salem

  • El-Naffy Law, PA

     2332 Galiano St 2nd Floor, Suite- 109
    Coral Gables, Florida 33134
    United States

    Coral Gables criminal defense law firm, El-Naffy Law Firm, can help individuals facing such charges as misdemeanors, felonies, assault, burglary, robbery, domestic violence, violent crimes, drug crimes, sex crimes, juvenile crimes, and white collar crimes. Website: https://elnaffylaw.com/

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What does a Criminal Defense Attorney do?

So what does a criminal defense attorney actually do? Many people’s conceptions about the job of a defense attorney come from what they see in movies, TV and what they read in fiction-based novels.

How much of popular media’s depiction of criminal defense work is accurate? Well that all depends. Some media outlets do a good job of replicating some of the aspects of the profession, but what you often don’t see are the more “boring” or mundane aspects of the job. Do defense attorneys make brilliant speeches at the ends of trials during their closing arguments? Yes, some attorneys adopt a more bombastic style, but that’s a rarer occurrence than movies like to let on. The truth usually is that there is no closing statement because the case settles way before a trial comes close to occurring.

Criminal defense attorneys deal mostly with the prosecutor that will be trying a case. When a person is arrested by police, it is the area’s prosecutor that decides what charges will be filed against the criminal defendant, or whether that defendant will be charged at all in the first place.  Most cases begin with some form an investigation of an allegation against criminal defendant wherein the authorities speak to witnesses and gather evidence. There are multiple directions a case can go after this preliminary investigation. The authorities can decide they need more time and continue to search for evidence or they can seek an indictment.

The initial step in a criminal investigation is often the most crucial. Most cases are made and broken at this stage. It is imperative to have adequate representation from the beginning. That’s where a criminal defense attorney’s duties kick in. Usually, a criminal defendant won’t know that they are under investigation until they are spoken to by police or actually indicted unless there was an arrest made shortly after a crime was alleged.

At this initial stage, not much information other than basic allegations will be made available to the accused which is to say that the criminal defendant may not know how much evidence there is or what witnesses may be saying. This is not to say all criminal defendants need to worry about what a witness might say or that there would be any wrongdoing or guilt assumed, just that a criminal defendant needs to be in the position to understand what is happening as they are unlikely to be the subject of a criminal investigation for no reason.

At this initial stage and throughout the criminal justice process, a criminal defendant needs guidance to know what they should and should not do. Going back to an earlier concept, most people’s knowledge of the criminal justice system is based on what they see on TV. After all, most people are aware that they should not be very talkative at any stage of this process. You may ask yourself why that is?

The simple answer is that everything you say will be scrutinized and if you happen to slightly alter your account of events in any way it may look like you are being misleading or dishonest. It could totally not be the case, people misspeak all the time and say things they do not intend or really mean, so how are you supposed to know what should be said versus what should not be? That’s were having a good attorney comes into play. The attorney is likely to tell you not to talk about the situation and all and will help you fully understand what needs to be said and done if and when you need to speak about the matter.

When would l need a Criminal Defense Attorney?

You will almost definitely know when you need a criminal defense attorney. If you have been arrested or charged with a crime you need an attorney. If police would like to speak to you about some incident, you most likely should speak to an attorney before answering any questions they may have.

The requirement of a criminal defense attorney does not stop at simple crimes. Do you have a business that is heavily regulated by the local or national government such as waste management or chemicals? If you are in a position of authority and have run afoul of certain regulations you may need to seek out a criminal attorney. Do you own a bar or establishment that serves alcohol? Are you keeping up with licensing requirements? If you are not sure, you likely need to speak with an attorney

Even if you haven’t been accused or arrested, be vigilant and discuss borderline situations with an attorney as soon as you possibly can. Whether it be a legal services clinic, the public defender, help hotline or a private criminal defense attorney, feel free to reach out to a criminal defense attorney if the need arises.

Signs you need to speak to a Criminal Defense Attorney

  • You have been arrested
  • Police are requesting to speak with you about a criminal incident
  • You had a criminal record at an early age and what to see if the conviction record is eligible for expungement (record clearing).

How do you choose a Criminal Defense Attorney?

The first thing you need to do is understand the process and determine your means. Often people ask a very crucial question about the ability to pay large amounts for an attorney. People wonder if they need to do this in order to secure successful results. Does the money you spend matter?

This is a complicated matter and depends on many factors including the severity of the charges and your ability to pay. After all, every person’s budget is not the same and all attorneys do not charge the same amounts for their services. However, the stakes of criminal charges often warrant the expense. If you have a major felony allegation on your hands it would only make sense to find the most experienced criminal defense attorney you can find. On the other hand, if you’re dealing with a parking ticket, you may have more options available.

Determine Your Needs

As mentioned above you need to determine what the stakes are. Felony charges come with possibly significant jail time. Misdemeanor charges can also result in jail time , so keep that in mind.  Moreover, you will want to find a criminal defense attorney that has dealt with your type of situation before. You need to know what cases the attorney has taken and what the results they have obtained.

Research Online

Start researching a few local attorneys to see which ones have the most experience in criminal defense.  You should also takes steps to see what local criminal defense attorneys think about your selected attorney. Sites like martindale.com and avvo.com provide peer review resources as well as lawyer directories to help narrow your search.

Check the State Bar Association’s Website for any Disciplinary History

Every state bar association has a disciplinary board that keeps track of all disciplinary actions taken against an attorney in their jurisdiction. These disciplinary actions stem from unethical acts taken by attorney such as misappropriating client funds or unethical practices during their practice of law. While it’s true that there are some attorneys that run afoul of the rules, most do not. You should free to look up the names of any attorneys that you are considering consulting with to see if and what disciplinary actions have been taken against them.

Schedule an Appointment with a Criminal Defense Attorney

Finally, the easiest step, you need to make an appointment to speak with an attorney as soon as possible. If you have already been arrested you may need assistance in a search. You will get appointed a public defender in the meantime, which is not a problem. They will handle your case appropriately and can later be replaced by one of your choosing.

If you are free to search for an attorney or anticipate an imminent criminal issue, you need to conduct your search quickly. As was discussed earlier, the earlier you can have an attorney with you the better. The defense attorney will be able to explain the process and help you understand what can be a frightening and tense situation.