Top Rated Anchorage County, AK Criminal Defense Lawyers

In Anchorage County, Alaska, there are 112 criminal defense lawyers available with 318+ reviews, ratings and specialties. Best‑reviewed attorneys appear first. Cities within the county are listed below for a more focused search.

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Anchorage County Has 112 Criminal Defense Attorneys with 318 Reviews

Anchorage County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 22 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

Bio: I take great pride in zeaoulously representing individuals who have been accused of criminal wrongdoing. Standing up on behalf of Alaskans against the police, the prosecuting authorities, and the government is why I became a lawyer, and is the sin...

Rating: 10

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Anchorage County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 32 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

Bio: I have been a criminal defense lawyer in Alaska since 1993. I continue to represent clients facing charges ranging from murder to dui. I understand that your case is of the utmost importance to you and your loved ones, and will work tirelessly to ...

Rating: 10

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Criminal Defense Lawyers in Anchorage County, AK

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Criminal defense lawyers represent clients at every stage of a criminal case: investigation, arrest, arraignment, plea bargaining, trial, and appeal. They assess evidence, protect constitutional rights, negotiate reduced charges or sentences, cross-examine witnesses, raise defenses, file motions, and advocate to minimize penalties or obtain acquittals.

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Anchorage County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 38 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, White Collar Crime and more

The Law Offices of Robert Herz: Protecting and Defending the Rights of Alaskans since 1987.

Rating: 10

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Anchorage County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 28 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Litigation

Bio: After living and practicing law in Alaska for more than twenty years, I moved to California. I am working for G. John Jansen and Associates doing Worker's Compensation as a hearing representative. I continue to maintain a small Alaska caseload and...

Rating: 8.9

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Anchorage County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years

Practice Areas: Litigation, Antitrust and Trade Law, Criminal Defense and more

Review: "Mr. McLeod is an amazing lawyer. He dismissed my case without even having to go to the hearing. He was great communicating with me with any updates regarding my case. I highly recommend him!! "

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Anchorage County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Litigation, White Collar Crime and more

Bio: Having grown up in Alaska, I returned in 2009 after almost 10 years away from the state. I graduated from Service High School and attended college at the Universities of Oregon and Southern Oregon where I played football and graduated Cum Laude. D...

Rating: 7.7

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Anchorage County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody and more

Review: "Cameron, thank you for what you did for my 2 kids and I. You went above and beyond to make me feel better about the situation I was in lol; and fought hard to dig me out of it. God bless you, im happy I could sway your mind on younger parents. You..."

Rating: 7.4

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Anchorage County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 41 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Bankruptcy & Debt, Personal Injury and more

Bio: Mitchell "Mitch" Joyner is proud to be a lifelong Alaskan. After attending Seattle University School of Law, he returned to Alaska to be admitted to the Alaska Bar in 1984. In 1988, he became a partner in Miller, Joyner and Associates, which is no...

Rating: 6.8

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Anchorage County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 25 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Family and more

Review: "Mr. Heritage’s knowledge base and his ability to guide me through the divorce process during the single most painful time in my life were beyond reproach. He answered all of my questions quickly and clearly. His recommendations and rationales were..."

Rating: 7.2

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Anchorage County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Litigation and more

Bio: Brad is a skilled advocate with experience in both federal and state court. He brings diverse experience, dedication, litigation capabilities, and legal knowledge to each case. He is licensed to practice law in both Alaska and Washington. Brad pro...

Rating: 7.3

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Anchorage County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 22 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Review: "I recently (Oct 2023) had my case dismissed after long period of time. Mr Yim listened to what I had to say and considered everything shared with him. He did an excellent job of arguing and negotiating the case which resulted with a positive outco..."

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Anchorage County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 38 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Immigration, Litigation and more

Bio: I have been an attorney for 28 years and practiced both criminal and civil law before settling in to immigration and naturalization law practice in 2000. I have experience in most kinds of immigration cases and problems and I will provide you my b...

Rating: 7.0

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Anchorage County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 38 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Estate Planning, Trusts and more

Review: "In 1996 I told my ex-husband (Tom Spurlock) I wanted a divorce; it was a hard decision, but I knew I had to do it. I was not physically abused- but I was mentally/emotionally abused. We had 3 children, they were starting to treat me the same as he..."

Rating: 7.0

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Anchorage County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 23 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, White Collar Crime

Review: "June 22, 2022, I went to court for 13 charges. Charge I - Crimmel Negligent Homicide. Class B. Charge II - Assault 3 Serious Injury. Class B. Charge III - Assault 3 Serious Injury. Class B. Charge IIII - Assault 3 Serious Injury. Class B. Charge I..."

Rating: 10

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Anchorage County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Litigation, Oil & Gas and more

Bio: Prior to joining Cashion Gilmore LLC, of counsel, Mera worked at the law firm of Ashburn & Mason where she focused on building a civil litigation practice and assisted in the firm's oil and gas litigation and regulatory practices. Mera's work at A...

Rating: 7.1

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Anchorage County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 44 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Review: "Jim responded very quickly to my request and gave me a complete breakdown of my options. Great to have local experience in this area."

Rating: 6.8

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Anchorage County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Review: "Just tell everything related to your case,he will put the puzzles together with his logical sense. Can not wait to see him as the Judge!!!"

Rating: 6.4

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Anchorage County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Medical Malpractice, Litigation

Bio: A lifelong Alaskan, I began my legal career as a law clerk for Justice Alexander O. Bryner of the Alaska Supreme Court. Within a year, I returned to argue my first case before the Court. In my early years of practice, I split my time between Ancho...

Rating: 9.8

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Anchorage County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Review: " Ms. Thoben represented my granddaughter when I adopted her. She acted in an extremely professional manner. She made our small person feel totally comfortable and made sure that she understood all of the proceedings. she is a wonderful compassion..."

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Anchorage County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 43 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Review: "I was a client of Ms. Strout's in a criminal case. She is exceptionally knowledgable, passionate and skilled as an attorney. She is also compassionate towards her clients, which is a huge bonus for anyone facing the very difficult circumstances of..."

Rating: 9.5

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