Top Rated Independence, OH Criminal Defense Lawyers

366 criminal defense lawyers serve Independence, OH. Compare the best based on 1533+ reviews and detailed profiles. Related practice areas and nearby towns in Cuyahoga County are listed below.

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Independence Has 366 Criminal Defense Attorneys with 1533 Reviews

Kovoor Law, LLC
6200 Rockside Woods Blvd N, Suite 315, Independence, OH

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 27 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Sex Crime, Divorce & Separation and more

Bio: Sarah Thomas Kovoor has a law practice limited exclusively to criminal defense litigation on behalf of those charged with serious crimes, civil plaintiff litigation on behalf of those with whose civil rights have been violated and faily law, speci...

Rating: 9.9

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6300 Rockside Rd, Suite 302, Independence, OH

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 6 years

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

Bio: I represent clients in a variety of matters and am dedicated to each client right from the initial consultation. During this consultation I gather information from my client so that I know how to effectively defend them. From there, I keep an open...

Rating: 8.9

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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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Brian A. Smith Law Firm, LLC
6300 Rockside Rd., Suite 302, Independence, OH

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years

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

When the world is on your shoulders, I’ve got your back. Aggressive Defense.

Rating: 7.1

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Martin, Jolic & Bratton LLC
6050 Oak Tree Blvd., Suite 250, Independence, OH

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 28 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Immigration

Bio: Mr. Scott Bratton is a Partner at Martin, Jolic & Bratton LLC (formerly Sharon & Kalnoki LLC). Mr. Bratton is licensed to practice law in Ohio as well as numerous federal district and appellate courts. Mr. Bratton has practiced immigration law sin...

Rating: 10

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Lorenzon Law LLC
5005 Rockside Road, Suite 600, Independence, OH

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Immigration, Aviation

Bio: Jason T. Lorenzon, Esq., has represented clients in immigration courts across the United States including; New York, Cleveland, Seattle, San Antonio, Newark, Charlotte, Atlanta, Miami-Chrome, Miami, Orlando, Dallas, Memphis, Chicago, Buffalo, and ...

Rating: 9.6

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Patituce & Associates, LLC
6100 Oak Tree Boulevard, Suite 200, Independence, OH

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Divorce & Separation and more

Bio: Attorney Catherine R. Meehan is a partner at Patituce & Associates after joining the firm in August 2012. Not only does she handle many pretrial proceedings on behalf of our clients, but she also has experience taking cases to trial. When she isn’...

Rating: 7.1

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The Costas Network Law Center, LLC
5755 Granger Road, Suite 435, Independence, OH

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Immigration, Sexual Harassment and more

Bio: Weronika K. Costas, Esq. is the founder and principal attorney of The Costas Network Law Center, LLC. She holds a J.D. from Cleveland Marshall College of Law. Ms. Costas’ ideals of honesty, conviction and compassion drive her in her practice. Her ...

Rating: 8.5

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Letzo-Cantillo & Associates PLLC
5000 ROCKSIDE RD., SUITE 220, Independence, OH

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Immigration, Family

Bio: Alicia Letzo-Cantillo is a graduate of the David A. Clarke School of Law in Washington, DC, awarded for its clinical service and dedication to serving the public interest. Alicia has worked in the areas of Landlord Tenant, Immigration, Family, Con...

Rating: 8.2

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Shamberg & Associates
5005 Rockside Rd., Crown Centre, Ste. 600, Independence, OH

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Divorce & Separation and more

Review: "Grazyna is my lawyer of 20 years. Smart, competent and honest lawyer. I'm very pleased."

Rating: 7.2

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Bartell, Georgalas & Juarez LPA
6505 Rockside Road, Suite 275, Independence, OH

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 25 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Immigration

Bio: I have lived the immigration process and not many lawyers can say that. My first exposure to the complexities of US immigration law occurred when I was empoyed by the United Nations High Commission of Refugees in a refugee camp in Thailand. In the...

Rating: 7.5

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Patrick M. Farrell Co., L.P.A.
600 Granger Rd, Independence, OH

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 42 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Bio: I’m Patrick M. Farrell, a criminal defense attorney in Cleveland, Ohio. For more than four decades, I have defended clients facing serious misdemeanor and felony charges in Cleveland courts, Cuyahoga County courts, and U.S. Federal Court. I unders...

Rating: 7.2

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Dreyfuss Williams & Associates Co., LPA
6060 Rockside Woods Blvd N Ste 235, Independence, OH

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years

Practice Areas: Health Care, Litigation, Criminal Defense

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Department of Veterans Affairs
6100 Oak Tree Blvd, Independence, OH

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Government

Review: "She will not defend your case she will give you advise just like a public defender nothing but a waist of time"

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6200 Rockside Rd, Independence, OH

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 49 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Independence (Cleveland)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 43 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Litigation

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Lillie & Holderman
6505 Rockside Rd Ste 113, Independence, OH

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 46 years

Practice Areas: Litigation, Criminal Defense, General Practice

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Independence (Medina)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 38 years

Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Employment and Labor, Criminal Defense and more

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Independence (Cleveland)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years

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

A Criminal Defense Firm dedicated to helping good people in bad situations.

Rating: 9.9

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Independence (Cleveland)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years

Practice Areas: Business, Criminal Defense, Employment and Labor and more

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Independence (Cleveland)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 34 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Drug Crime, Sex Crime and more

Review: "Our experience with Chris Maher and his team was nothing short of exceptional. Over the course of a year, they dedicated themselves to our case with unwavering commitment and professionalism. Their honesty, non-judgmental demeanor, and profound un..."

Rating: 9.9

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Which Criminal Defense lawyers have been licensed the longest in Independence, OH?

Donald Charles Canestraro 59 years licensed
William Lawrence Summers 56 years licensed
Kenneth Allen Bossin 54 years licensed
Larry Alan Weiser 54 years licensed
Martin Baker 54 years licensed
George Konstantine Simakis 53 years licensed
Beverly Marie Briggs 53 years licensed
Frederick Douglas Middleton 52 years licensed
Terry Howard Gilbert 52 years licensed
Jonathan Newworth Garver 51 years licensed

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Which Independence, OH Criminal Defense lawyers are newest to the area?

Julia R Aliazzi < 1 year licensed
Justin Allen Hughes 3 years licensed
Austin Michael Richards 4 years licensed
Colton D. Williams 4 years licensed
Bradley Alexander Novak 4 years licensed
Christopher Piazza 4 years licensed
James Allen Kashien 4 years licensed
Mara Midori Hirz 4 years licensed
Tyler Joseph Walchanowicz 5 years licensed
Thomas Sheridan Miller 5 years licensed

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Independence, OH Criminal Defense Lawyers

Independence Has 366 Criminal Defense Attorneys with 1533 Reviews

Sarah Thomas Kovoor