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Posted by anonymous | December 07, 2012

Extreme DUI case...He fought for a successful ending!

I was hesitant to hire an attorney for my Extreme DUI case. I first used a Public Defender and they were not willing to reduce the charges or jail time. Given my medical condition I decided to hire an attorney. I met with Mr. Gillespie and knew immediately that this was the law firm for me. He was ve...ry patient, determined, respectful, professional and optimistic. I was already embarrassed by my situation and Mr. Gillespie did not pass judgment or make me feel like a criminal. I was assigned as a client of Mr. Roscoe. He went to court for me for a year and a half. He was constantly finding new ways to have the outcome in my best interest. He was knowledgeable and so respectful. Anytime I had a concern or questions, he responded immediately. He always made time to meet and speak with me. I know Attorneys have the reputation that they just "want your money". When given the option for a trial, Mr. Roscoe was honest in telling me it would be a waste of time and money because we would not win. He never “fed me a line” to mislead me in my case. Due to his hard work and determination, the results of my DUI case came out better than expected. Even thought still convicted, the results were a success and I could not be happier with how everything turned out. It is a stressful and embarrassing moment going through the DUI process but I never could have gotten through it without the Gillespie Law Firm. I was hesitant in obtaining an Attorney in the aspect that I thought nothing good would come from it. I was wrong! It was a team effort and all of the rumors you hear regarding lawyers were put to rest for me by choosing the Gillespie Law Firm. They were not out for my money, a “power trip” or strictly for their track record but instead for my best interest. I would recommend this team to everyone. Even though the case is coming to an end with my sentencing time, I am still in contact with Dave. The results of my Extreme DUI were as such: Alcohol classes, ignition interlock for a year (it is not as bad as it sounds), and home detention. I am ecstatic with how this turned out and you will be too. Being able to read this success story from me should give you the answer to choose this team. You read these unrealistic stories on other pages and when the time to go to court is here, the law is so strict pertaining to a DUI in Arizona. Working with this law firm was a blessing. If I would have gone with a different law firm I am 100% confident that we would not have won. The case dragged on for a long time, however, Dave went to court for me and continued to fight. His hard work paid off and after the good news came through, I could tell by the smile that he was so excited for me. He looked at it from a team perspective and kept fighting. I got to keep my life, career and future due to the Gillespie Law Firm and was able to put my shame to rest and now move on with the rest of my life.

Posted by anonymous | November 28, 2012

Only the Best was Needed and Received!

I am a working professional and an unforeseen tragic event occurred to me and I was sitting there thinking that my professional career was over if I were to receive a Felony DUI. Craig worked day and night on my case and got the conviction down to a misdemeanor. I just sat for the highest level of pr...ofessional certification exam and passed it. This wouldn't have been possible if I just hired a typical attorney and took what the prosecutor demanded. I wouldn't have been eligible to sit for the exam with a Felony. They saved my career. They were also there thru the conviction and after including assisting me in getting it set aside and off my record (Arizona Set Aside). Look no further!! They are simply the best!

Posted by James | October 16, 2012

Highly Recommend

I would highly recommend this law firm. I hired Craig Gillespie after my son was hospitalized for excessive fluid around his brain. He needed some temporary shunts placed to drain the excess fluid, which prompted a CPS investigation that seemed to never end and really never went anywhere. After a ...few months of police interrogations and misleading CPS statements and inaction, my wife and I hired Craig to represent us because we were told basically that since CPS assumed it was an injury that it would go to court. Craig was very responsive and sympathetic to predicament. He was knowledgeable in the area and very good at getting things moving. Knowing that CPS was pushing to get this in the courts and off of their plate and how ridiculous this case was, he could have easily let them place our case in the court system and started billing us for trial preparation, court costs, and trial fees. He didn’t do that however, he did the work to show them how ridiculous it would be to send this to the courts and pushed them to make the right decision. I have nothing but respect and admiration for Craig and am forever indebted for helping us through what has so far been the worst and scariest thing that has ever happened to us.

Posted by anonymous | September 18, 2012

Honest, thorough, compassionate yet aggressive

A short while ago, I found myself in the worst situation of my adult life, fighting a high level felony assault charge in Maricopa County. The facts of my case were not captured accurately and I was horrified/terrified, after learning how tough and uncompromising Maricopa county is. I had no knowledg...e of how to select an attorney, especially a criminal attorney. I've never needed one. I discharged two other attorneys prior to hiring Craig. There are a lot of salesmen and business men in this profession and finding one that you can trust is challenging. Craig is honest and he does not use scare tactics. He never promised me anything, except that he could help me. He responded to my emails/calls (availability is comforting). Craig showed up to court with me, always with his calming demeanor. He and his office treated me with me respect and dignity. He carefully reviewed every piece of documentation, communicated his findings to me, and responded appropriately to the prosecutor's office. He is well liked and respected amongst his peers in the court system. With his expertise, he negotiated my felony assault charge down to an undesignated disorderly conduct, which is now a livable misdemeanor disorderly conduct. The judge commented that my attorney did a beautiful job representing me. I highly recommend Craig Gillespie and his office. Thank you Craig!!!

Posted by Sam | September 11, 2012

Excellent Law Firm!

Craig Gillespie handled my sensitive and complex case in a very prompt and professional manner. I had 6 misdemeanor charges against me stemming from a domestic violence incident. My lawyer constantly provided me with up to date status and vigorously fought the charges. The Craig Gillespie law firm... was able to DISMISS all charges WITH prejudice (meaning the charges can never be filed again). I would highly recommend the Gillespie law firm to anyone looking for an experienced attorney that cares about his clients.

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