Years of experience have taught
us that pre-indictment representation of the client is the most
critical aspect of the criminal defense process. The mere return
of an indictment with it's surrounding publicity ca destroy the
life and career of a person or business. With the advent of the
sentencing guidelines in federal cases, the specifics of an indictment
alone can have an enormous impact on potential jail time and fines.
Experienced criminal defense attorneys know that some of the best
"lawyering" is done in cases without notoriety, because
an imminent indictment is avoided or an advantages settlement is
reached with the prosecutors.
Our philosophy is to take every opportunity
available to dialogue with the prosecution to head off a formal
charge. If charges have already been filed we attempt to convince
the prosecution to dismiss a case before trial commences. We endeavor
to accomplish this without unduly risking disclosure of potential
defense strategy or evidence where such considerations exist. When
the prosecution fails to respond reasonably or when the client wishes
to proceed to trial, and given a full and frank analysis of potential
trial and punishment scenarios, we fight with every available means
for the legal dismissal of the indictment or acquittal at trial.
It is our belief that the most important
component to the defense of any case is the client. Therefore we
strive to keep the client fully apprised at all stages of the investigation
of the factual and legal factors which may affect his or her case,
so that the client may make most informed decisions possible regarding
his or her future.
Our goal is to obtain the best possible result
for clients suspected or accused of criminal violations. Whether
through hard fought trials or structured settlements, our number
one priority is to place the client's best interest first in all
we do. Our background in law enforcement, prosecution, and defense
of criminal cases allows us to give our clients the benefit of many
years of combined experience in determining the best resolution
of their legal problems. Given our sound advice and counsel, it
is ultimately the client who must decide which path to take throughout
the legal process. If the client determines that it in his or her
best interest to negotiate a settlement with the prosecution, we
will structure the best deal possible. When the client chooses to
fight allegations of wrongdoing, we will lead him to battle. Whichever
course the client chooses to pursue, we will lead him through every
step of the judicial process.
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