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Phoenix Has 1263 Criminal Defense Attorneys with 8772 Reviews

Belmonte & De La Torre Law Firm
141 E Palm Ln Ste 109, Phoenix, AZ

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 8 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Immigration

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Phoenix (Scottsdale)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

Bio: Wendy B. Mendelson is an experienced criminal defense attorney in Phoenix. She has successfully defended clients facing charges ranging from misdemeanors to serious felonies. Her passion for the law and subsequent long list of victories for her cl...

Rating: 7.2

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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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Criminal Defense Attorney near Phoenix (Tempe)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 49 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence

Bio: Respectfully referred to as the "Godfather" of DUI defense because of my vast experience and tens of thousands of former clients, I have enjoyed great success and pride in my representation of thase wrongfully accused. I graduated from the Univers...

Rating: 9.3

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Phoenix (Glendale)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 10 years

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

Bio: With degrees in Biblical Theology, Divinity, and Law, Joel N. Thurston began his career with ten years of government service before entering private practice. For twelve years he lectured in religious studies at Glendale Community College and, sin...

Rating: 6.6

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Phoenix (Scottsdale)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 6 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Rating: 7.2

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Phoenix (Tempe)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 53 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Review: "Scott McAlister was my public defender. I thought I was a goner and Scott got my case dismissed because it was an illegal search. I am sooooo glad he was my attorney. ."

Rating: 7.9

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Phoenix (Scottsdale)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 5 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Appeals and more

Bio: Kaitlin Simone DiMaggio is a graduate of the Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law. She went to law school so she could represent a close family member after he was unjustly sentenced to life in prison without the chance of parole. Her involvement in...

Rating: 7.4

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Phoenix (Scottsdale)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 32 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Review: "A friend referred me to Jeff VanNorman; the friend had his DUI case handled by Jeff, and he told me at the time that Jeff is arguably the best criminal defense attorney in the valley. Having worked with him regarding my son’s DUI case for the last..."

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Phoenix (Scottsdale)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 23 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Review: "Magnus represented my husband in a criminal case, my husband was charged with 5 felony charges Magnus got 4 of the charges dropped therefore my husband only got sentenced to probation. Magnus was very helpful during this difficult time, he kept th..."

Rating: 6.9

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Phoenix (Tempe)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 28 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Bio: Top-rated criminal defense attorney. Over 19 years trial experience, I love what I do do and am passionate about defending my clients' rights in court and maximizing their case results. In order to ensure your rights are protected, it is vital tha...

Rating: 7.3

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Phoenix (Scottsdale)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 44 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Litigation and more

Review: "I was referred to Mr James Padish to handle my case and was very pleased to have had his representation. Extremely professional and a good man. It is good to have someone that you can count on when the need for expert legal services comes about."

Rating: 8.5

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Phoenix (Glendale)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Review: "He currently is my public defender. I believe that he has alot of cases and unfortunately can't spend alot of time on all of them like he wants. I DO HOWEVER LIKE HIS INTEGRITY AND PERSONABLE ATTITUDE WHILE MAINTAINING HIS PROFESSIONALISM. I belie..."

Rating: 6.3

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Phoenix (Tempe)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 29 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Juvenile Law

Review: "Pam is a very sharp and professional attorney. I had a bit of an oddball traffic citation and she handled it beautifully. She brought up arguments that frankly I wouldn't have considered.....I watched as she began her line of questioning and quick..."

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Phoenix (Tempe)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 2 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Violent Crime

Bio: Jonathan Garner was born and raised in Owensboro, Kentucky before making his new home here in Arizona. He graduated Summa Cum Laude from the University of Kentucky with dual degrees in Finance and Accounting. After completing law school at Belmont...

Rating: 6.9

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Phoenix (Scottsdale)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and more

Bio: Courtney Collins is a criminal defense attorney in Arizona. Based in Maricopa County, she has appeared in all misdemeanor and superior courts in the state. With fourteen years of experience, all in criminal law, Courtney is the criminal defense at...

Rating: 7.6

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Phoenix (Glendale)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Bankruptcy & Debt

Bio: Anca Iacob was born and raised in Romania. In 2002, she graduated Magna Cum Laude from Arizona State University, where she received a B.A. in History. In the spring of 2002, Anca worked as a legislative intern with the Department of Gaming. This i...

Rating: 6.7

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Phoenix (Glendale)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 33 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Review: "Calm . Well educated and knowledgeable especially criminal cases"

Rating: 6.6

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Phoenix (Scottsdale)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 11 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, DUI & DWI

Bio: Vince’s practice is dedicated to criminal defense, DUI, drug charges, and domestic violence. He is also devoted to all facets of family law including divorce and child custody matters, juvenile court matters, including termination of parental righ...

Rating: 6.7

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Phoenix (Cave Creek)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 41 years

Practice Areas: Debt Collection, Criminal Defense, Litigation

Bio: Licensed Arizona attorney since 1985. Former Assistant City of Phoenix Prosecutor prior to joining a private firm in 1987 and then opened my own law firm in 1989. Presently, represent a major collection agency and industrial uniform...

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Phoenix (Scottsdale)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 9 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket and more

Bio: Got a Ticket? Charged with DUI? Call Yako Law at for a FREE Consultation. At Yako Law, we specialize in Criminal Defense, DUI, and Traffic Ticket defense throughout every county in Arizona. Yako Law provides each case with personalized attention a...

Rating: 6.3

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