Criminal Practice Areas

Murder cases carry some of the most serious sentences permitted by law and permit prosecution under a variety of legal theories, even against people who were not the direct perpetrator and did not directly commit the murder themselves.  Our team has experience litigating murder cases, including murder trials, and you can count on us to zealously defend you.

Sexual assault and rape cases carry complex evidence rules, sentencing schemes, and consequences. Investigation and presentation of evidence in these  cases can  be challenging due to unique legal protections for alleged victims of sexual assault.  We are experienced in these  cases and will provide you with an aggressive defense, leaving no stone unturned.

Heated fights with significant others can lead to false claims or exaggerations, and responding officers are sometimes trained to arrest one of the participants at the scene, without fully exploring all the circumstances and background of the parties involved.  We will investigate your case, present evidence in court, and cross examine all the witnesses against you. 

While juvenile proceedings have some similarities to adult proceedings, there are very important distinctions in both the law and procedure, so you need an attorney that has knowledge and experience in juvenile proceedings specifically.  We have that experience and knowledge and will assist you and your child in navigating the confusing juvenile justice proceedings.

Gangs have a negative connotation and prosecution can occur based on cultural identity instead of criminal activity. Gang enhancements are sometimes applied in cases based solely on who your family or friends are instead of whether there was a gang motivation behind the crime.  

 Our team will aggressively defend your cultural identity and your ability to associate with whoever you want.

Strike offenses carry special consequences and as such, strike cases need to be approached with a careful eye.  In addition to providing you with an aggressive defense, we will make sure that we explain strike law to you thoroughly and in a manner that you understand.

Assault charges are sometimes brought based on one witness's account and it is not unusual for a claim of self defense to be overlooked.  

Whether you're facing misdemeanor or felony charges, we have the experience and skill to aggressively defend you.  

Losing your driver's license can have expensive and inconvenient consequences in addition to jail time.  We can help you navigate both the DMV administrative actions as well as  criminal court.