Timothy J. Burns

Let me quote my girlfriend. “Stealing at Macy’s has changed my life. (Could I be more dramatic?) I was caught by a security guard, had a panic attack, was arrested, spent a night in Troy lock-up, and charged for retail fraud.” This happened at the Macy’s in the Oakland Mall. And she was charged ...with Retail Fraud 3rd Degree in November 2014. It is important to realize that retail fraud in any degree is a serious charge. Just distinguishing and understanding the charge is scary – up to 1 year jail time, fines, probation, and a Felony. These were all good reasons for us to promptly get a professional involved and not ignore it. We contacted the Law Offices of Tim Burns. He is the sought after attorney in my town that specializes in criminal law. I tried to keep an open mind because I wasn’t sure what to expect. I contacted Tim and he immediately met with us. During the first engagement it was easy to see that his hands-on approach and techniques would get results. He made us think! Tim logically walked us step-by-step through the court process and forecasted the good and the bad. My basic assumption was an attorney would only help in the court room. But I felt like he truly cared and he understood there might be an underlying problem that may have caused her to steal that day. He wanted to actually help her. Not only did Tim provide a plan but he made recommendations on stuff she should be doing right now so this doesn't happen again. I’m glad we hired Tim. Do not fall into the trap thinking you will simply get off when committing a crime. In the real world you don’t. And my girlfriend didn't. However, Tim was able to help lessen the charges and the outcome was much better than we thought it would be. Tim was a valuable guy to have on our side.