• CRIMINAL LAW

Our firm handles criminal matters at all levels of complexity.  We understand that whatever the charge, the long-term consequences of a criminal record can be devastating to the client, and we seek the best outcome under all the circumstances.

We defend against serious felony charges which require intensive and thorough fact gathering, analysis and action before trial to assure the protection of the client’s rights.  We use equal care in show-cause hearings which may prevent a criminal complaint from issuing. Our aggressive trial preparation means that we gather facts through professional investigators, employ necessary experts, file appropriate motions,  and obtain all possible exculpatory evidence in the possession of the government.  Often, this exposes vulnerabilities in the government’s case, and some or all of the charges may be dropped.  At the same time this work is done, careful ongoing analysis guides the client to the best outcome, given the circumstances.  The client always controls the decision about whether to try the case or enter a plea.  We are intimately familiar with the practice in the district court and the ways in which minor criminal matters can be disposed of without creating a criminal record.  In some cases, a matter can be disposed of at the show cause stage, without a complaint issuing.