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Showing 1 - 5 of 69 reviews | Criminal Defense

Posted by anonymous | July 26, 2024 | Hired Attorney

Excellent Representation

Craig and his team did an incredible job representing my husband. With an initial potential sentencing of up to 100 years in prison, Craig and his team worked tirelessly sorting through evidence and working with various specialists to achieve the most favorable outcome possible. He was always willing... to answer our numerous questions throughout the entire process. He was very professional and able to help us navigate a challenging time. By the end of the case, we were able to settle on a 6 year sentence instead of the initial 100 year sentence. He did an incredible job and I would highly recommend him to anybody.

Posted by Helen | July 19, 2023 | Hired Attorney

Craig Gillespie

Mr Gillespie met with me and was able to do what I thought was a just out come. He made me feel relaxed during the process and relieved my nightmare has come to an end. He was also very attentive and knowledgeable which caught a mistake right away in the courts draft of the plea agreement. It was a... pleasure to have him work for me. I would highly recommend him to someone in the future. Thank you again

Posted by Joshua | October 25, 2022 | Hired Attorney

From prison to probation.

When I came to Craig, I was at a very difficult time in life facing very serious charges. He was there from when I needed him till I didn't. After paying Mr. Gillespie a considerable amount of money, I felt like I did not receive what I paid for. My case was tough but Mr. Gillespie did not handle... it correctly. Throughout the process their was a lack of communication, lack of motivation and understanding of the case. I never knew where the money was being used until after the case which is highly unprofessional. I felt like I was on the back burner of his cases. It appears his firm just doesn't have the resources of capability to defend such cases. It was treated as a DUI case which it wasn't. Mr. Gillespie for me a "fair" deal for 3 years of prison time which he admitted to me multiple times this was a great deal. I believed him and took it. Shortly after I had regretted that decision and obtained other legal counsel. After paying a substantial amount of money, my case was completely re worked how it originally should of been and the outcome ended up how it should of been. Probation. If I went with Mr. Gillespie's advice, I would be in prison still and for a very long time. I would highly avoid coming to him with such big matters. It breaks my heart to leave this review but he deserves it. He did not fully commit to defending me and almost cause me my future. Please look elsewhere. Stay away from flat fee lawyers.

Posted by James | October 12, 2022 | Hired Attorney

Outstanding Attorney

As a former prosecutor and Supervising Judge, and a board member of one of the largest bar associations in the United States, I have seen thousands of attorneys practicing law. When a family member needed a criminal defense attorney in Arizona, multiple friends in the legal community recommended Crai...g Gillespie. I can wholeheartedly state that he is beyond exceptional. His attention to detail, his preparation and zealous representation is unmatched. He is knowledgeable, experienced and a remarkable trial lawyer. I noticed immediately the respect he received when he stepped before the court. It is clear that he is highly regarded by the judiciary, opponent prosecutors and even law enforcement. He was able to convince the prosecutors that the case should not proceed as it was a case of self-defense after being attacked by a roommate. This result was only accomplished by detailed, exhaustive interviews with the responding police officers and numerous witnesses. When Craig presented the evidence he had amassed to the prosecutors, the case was dismissed by their office. He did an amazing job in a very complicated matter and he communicated with us regularly to keep us informed. I cannot say enough good things about him.

Posted by Christina | August 08, 2022 | Hired Attorney

Best choice

I couldn’t have been facing prison time or jail time for my felony charge hiring Craig Gillespie was the best decision I made he was always in communication with me about what was going on with my case and honestly got me the best outcome. I am extremely happy with the outcome and so thankful to Mr. ...Gillespie for everything he has done. I also want to say thank you to his secretary she is very helpful and stayed in communication as well.

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