Top Rated Surprise, AZ Criminal Defense Lawyers

23 criminal defense lawyers serve Surprise, AZ. Compare the best based on 734+ reviews and detailed profiles. Related practice areas and nearby towns in Maricopa County are listed below.

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Surprise Has 23 Criminal Defense Attorneys with 734 Reviews

P.O. Box 8373, Surprise, AZ

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family

Review: "takes time and care for every client.Smart fast and gets results quickly.Her quality is hard to find!"

Rating: 7.0

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Law Office of Paula Lorona, PLLC
15331 W. Bell Road, Suite 212, Surprise, AZ

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 10 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Child Custody and more

Bio: Paula Lorona works as a tireless advocate for her clients. She understands that legal issues involving family and criminal law are some of the biggest challenges people will ever face. We are here for you every step of the way. Call today for a fr...

Rating: 6.6

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Criminal Defense Lawyers in Surprise, AZ

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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City of Surprise Prosecutor's Office
16081 N Civic Center Plz Ste 104, Surprise, AZ

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 23 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

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Collins Law Team, Plc
Po Box 7153, Surprise, AZ

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 8 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Medical Malpractice, Contracts & Agreements and more

Review: "I would like to personally give Mike Collins and Jason Keller the best rating available. They went above and beyond to defend me in my case. I highly recommend this awesome team to be your attorney."

Rating: 6.1

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Herd Legal PLLC
Po Box 8874, Surprise, AZ

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 23 years

Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Criminal Defense

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City of Surprise
16081 N Civic Center Plz Ste 104, Surprise, AZ

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

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14929 W El Cortez Pl, Surprise, AZ

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 28 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Litigation, Estate Planning

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Surprise (Peoria)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Drug Crime and more

"I Understand That Good People Sometimes Find Themselves In Bad Situations" - There is a reason why I have twice as many reviews as anyone else!

Rating: 10

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City of Surprise Prosecutor's Office
16000 N Civic Center Plz, Surprise, AZ

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 7 years

Practice Areas: Juvenile Law, Criminal Defense

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Surprise (Peoria)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 38 years

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

Experienced, Aggressive, Passionate Criminal Defense ◆Certified Criminal Law Specialist◆(30 yrs)

Rating: 7.0

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Craig S Orent's Website

Criminal Defense Attorney near Surprise (Peoria)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years

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

Bio: KILLHAM LAW OFFICE has the advantage of an experienced former trial Prosecutor. Clients have the benefit of a veteran trial Prosecutor with experience in Maricopa County Criminal Courts. I know the personnel and have interacted with them from both...

Rating: 8.4

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Surprise (Sun City)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family

Bio: Heather Baker graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison with a Bachelor of Arts degree in 2001, and obtained her Juris Doctorate from Brooklyn Law School in 2004. Ms. Baker is an Arizona native that left the state for school, but returned...

Rating: 7.7

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Surprise (Sun City)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Administrative Law

Review: "Mark White is an honest, trustworthy lawyer. He has helped me and my family get past a lot of challenging legal hurdles. If your in a bind, Mark White can help. With out his expertise in handling our legal affairs, we would be in dire straights. T..."

Rating: 7.0

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Surprise (Peoria)

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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Joel Nathaniel Thurston's Website

Criminal Defense Attorney near Surprise (Sun City West)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 43 years

Practice Areas: Speeding and Traffic Ticket, Criminal Defense

Bio: Law Offices of Gary L Rohlwing Providing DUI, Criminal Defense & Domestic Violencerepresentation to Glendale, Peoria, Phoenix, Goodyear, Avondale and all of Arizona. At the Law Offices of Gary L Rohlwing, I have...

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Surprise (Suprise)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 35 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Personal Injury and more

Bio: Whether you case arises out of a car accident, an injury experienced at the work-site, or because of water or fire damage to your home or business, Anthony has a proven track record of success for his clients against tortfeasors and insurance comp...

Rating: 7.3

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Surprise (Peoria)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 28 years

Practice Areas: Government, Criminal Defense

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Surprise (Peoria)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 32 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Juvenile Law

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Surprise (Sun City)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years

Practice Areas: Family, Criminal Defense

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Surprise (Peoria)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Landlord & Tenant

Review: "Lisa is wonderful. Thorough, thoughtful and knowledgeable. She goes above and beyond and really cares. I highly recommend Lisa if you want someone that will stick with you through the ups and downs and help you navigate the mountain by making it a..."

Rating: 6.6

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