The Law Offices of Richard G. Novak operates from 65 N. Raymond Ave., Suite 320, Pasadena, CA 91103, with Richard Novak providing two decades of criminal defense at 626-578-1175. A former Los Angeles Superior Court Commissioner and Deputy Federal Public Defender, Novak represents defendants, witnesses, and individuals under investigation by law enforcement. With UC Berkeley economics degree and UCLA Law School credentials, admitted to California Bar in 1990, he brings unique judicial perspective to defense strategies. The practice handles federal and state criminal investigations, prosecutions, and appeals with meticulous strategy, skilled negotiation, and aggressive trial advocacy. Novak specializes in juvenile dependency cases involving child abuse investigations and teenagers accused of criminal conduct. His experience includes securing not guilty verdicts in federal theft, illegal firearm possession, and cold-case murder trials. Pre-charge representation has prevented prosecutions in mortgage fraud, international money laundering, securities fraud, and child pornography investigations through immunity negotiations and strategic advocacy. Past president of Los Angeles National Lawyers Guild, Novak maintains membership in National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and California Attorneys for Criminal Justice.
Criminal Defense Attorneys
The Law Offices of Frank J. Himel serves Chicago from their location, offering criminal defense representation with over twenty-five years of experience. Frank Himel, voted one of the top ten criminal defense lawyers in Chicago by Leading Lawyers Magazine in 2019, began his career as a prosecutor in DuPage and Cook Counties before dedicating the last twenty years to defending those accused of serious crimes. The firm handles first-degree murder, gun crimes, attempted murder, armed robbery, vehicular hijacking, and narcotics offenses, operating under the motto “Just Win, Baby!” inspired by former Oakland Raiders owner Al Davis. Himel’s approach involves conducting thorough client interviews and striving to “out-police-the-police” in his investigations. The practice offers free consultations at (312) 307-0720 and represents clients facing both state and federal criminal charges. Having achieved numerous not guilty verdicts in first-degree murder cases, Himel combines his prosecutorial background with passionate defense advocacy to consistently deliver successful outcomes for clients throughout the Chicago area.
Access Legal Care provides affordable criminal defense representation throughout the United States, offering flexible payment options and free online case assessments for clients facing criminal charges. The firm handles misdemeanor and felony cases including DUI, drug offenses, assault, theft, domestic violence, white collar crimes, federal offenses, juvenile matters, sex crimes, probation violations, and weapons charges across multiple states. Their nationwide network includes attorneys licensed in Alaska, Michigan, Illinois, Delaware, Rhode Island, Arizona, Alabama, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, and Kentucky. The practice emphasizes accessibility with round-the-clock availability and personalized attention to each client’s unique circumstances and financial situation. Access Legal Care understands criminal charges affect entire families and offers comprehensive defense strategies tailored to specific state laws and local court procedures. Attorneys provide guidance through arrest, arraignment, pre-trial motions, plea negotiations, and trial proceedings. The firm maintains offices across numerous counties, ensuring local representation familiar with area prosecutors and judges while offering consistent quality defense services nationwide.
Robinson & Brandt, P.S.C. operates from 629 Main Street Suite B, Covington, Kentucky 41011, as a national criminal defense firm practicing coast to coast for over 25 years. Partners Matt Robinson and Jeff Brandt specialize exclusively in representing defendants who have been wrongfully accused, wrongfully convicted, or wrongfully sentenced. The firm handles criminal trials, direct appeals, post-conviction actions, and sentencing matters in both state and federal courts. Contact them at 859-581-7777 or via fax at 859-581-5777. Licensed in Ohio, Kentucky, the U.S. Supreme Court, all federal courts of appeals, and more than 40 federal district courts nationwide, they provide pro hac vice representation where needed. Their practice focuses on appellate work, knowing which arguments appeals courts will hear and identifying the strongest grounds for reversal. The firm also represents inmates seeking new trials, guilty plea withdrawals, or sentence reductions through post-conviction relief. Robinson & Brandt takes pride in their unique approach to criminal defense and successful track record overturning wrongful convictions.
Watkins & Eager maintains its headquarters at 600 Heritage Drive, Ridgeland, MS 39157, with additional offices in Birmingham, Alabama, providing sophisticated legal representation since 1895 throughout Mississippi, Alabama, and the Southeast region. While primarily known for corporate and commercial litigation, the firm’s white collar criminal defense practice represents individuals and businesses facing federal investigations, fraud charges, embezzlement allegations, and other financial crimes requiring experienced defense counsel. Their criminal defense attorneys handle complex federal cases including securities fraud, healthcare fraud, tax evasion, money laundering, and public corruption matters in federal district courts throughout their service area. The litigation team brings over 130 years of institutional knowledge to defending clients against government investigations and prosecutions, leveraging their understanding of regulatory compliance and corporate law to mount effective defenses. Contact them at 601-965-1900 for Jackson or 205-598-2100 for Birmingham offices, where their attorneys combine aggressive defense strategies with the resources of a full-service firm to protect clients facing criminal charges that threaten both personal freedom and professional reputations in state and federal courts.
Lawrence Lewis P.C. operates from 750 Longleaf Boulevard Suite A in Lawrenceville, Georgia 30046, where Attorney Lawrence Lewis brings nearly two decades of criminal defense experience representing more than four thousand clients and handling over four hundred felony jury trials. As a former prosecutor with knowledge of prosecutorial tactics including recidivist notices and jail phone call evidence, he works an average of seventy hours per week ensuring all phone calls are returned the same day while maintaining extensive client contact through regular jail and office visits. The practice encompasses armed robbery, family violence, protective order hearings, probation violations, sexual offenses, violent crimes, traffic citations, drug offenses, DUI charges, fraud and forgery, burglary and theft, murder and homicide cases, expungement, mental health issues, and juvenile matters. Continuously studying the latest research on human behavior and leveraging resources like polygraph exams and mental health evaluations to mitigate consequences, Attorney Lewis helps redirect clients through community service, education, and mentoring while on bond. Serving Lawrenceville, Stone Mountain, Johns Creek, Snellville, and surrounding Atlanta communities, the firm offers confidential case reviews at 678-407-9300.
Lighthouse Defense operates from 1085 Grand Ave. in St Paul, MN 55105, providing criminal defense services throughout Minnesota with a focus on protecting clients’ freedom, reputation, and family interests. Led by Eric Doolittle, a former felony prosecutor who brings valuable experience from the other side of the courtroom, the firm maintains a straightforward approach to criminal defense representation. Doolittle’s background includes extensive litigation experience handling domestic assault, drug charges, theft cases, and DWI matters as a prosecutor, giving him unique insight into prosecution strategies and how to effectively counter them. The practice concentrates on DWI defense ranging from first-time offenses to felony charges, domestic assault cases, drug crimes, theft offenses including burglary and robbery, violent crimes, and expungement services. Located directly across from the Hennepin County courthouse, the firm offers free consultations and emphasizes accessibility for clients facing criminal charges. The attorney’s prosecutorial experience from 2012 through his transition to defense work provides strategic advantages in understanding how cases are built and where weaknesses may exist. Contact information includes 612-751-0806 for those seeking representation in Minnesota criminal matters.
Don L. Wilson operates from 100 Chestnut St. Suite 103 in Abilene, TX 79602, providing criminal defense services throughout West Texas and the Big Country region. With forty-two years of experience in criminal law and over thirty years representing citizens accused of crimes, this former prosecutor brings invaluable insight to defending clients against DWI/DUI charges, drug offenses, and various criminal allegations. The practice emphasizes Fourth Amendment protections to challenge illegal stops, detentions, searches, and arrests by law enforcement. Wilson’s extensive service area includes Abilene, San Angelo, Brownwood, Snyder, Coleman, and numerous other communities across West Texas. The firm offers free consultations at (325)673-8124 and maintains office hours Monday through Thursday from 8:30am to 4:45pm and Friday until 4:30pm. Having transitioned from prosecutor to defense attorney, Wilson understands both sides of criminal proceedings and uses this knowledge to protect clients’ freedom, citizenship rights, employment prospects, credit opportunities, and community reputation throughout the legal process.
The Gorman Law Firm, led by Scott A. Gorman, previously served Essex County and Morristown from offices at 360 Mount Kemble Road Suite 1004B, Morristown, NJ 07960 and 33 Bleeker Street, Millburn, NJ 07041. With over a decade defending DWI/DUI, domestic violence, drug crimes, and juvenile offenses, Gorman built a strong reputation before transitioning to public sector work. The firm handled cases throughout Essex County and Morris County municipal courts, protecting clients facing criminal, traffic, and juvenile charges. Scott’s practice encompassed weapons crimes, white collar offenses, and serious criminal allegations at 973-796-3800. Known for aggressive advocacy and 24/7 client accessibility, the firm secured favorable resolutions through negotiations and not guilty verdicts at trial. Past clients routinely recommended Gorman’s defense representation based on his commitment to protecting freedom and futures. The firm maintained offices convenient to both Essex County and Morristown courts. Note that Scott A. Gorman has accepted a public sector position and the firm is no longer accepting new private clients.
Law Offices of Ivan Petrovic operates from dual locations at 1797 Pearl Road, Brunswick, OH 44212 and 669 West Liberty Street, Medina, OH 44256, serving clients throughout Northeast Ohio including Cuyahoga, Summit, Lake, Lorain, Portage, and Stark counties. While primarily focused on estate planning, probate administration, and business formations, Attorney Ivan Petrovic also provides criminal defense representation including OVI/DUI cases and general criminal matters for clients facing charges that threaten their freedom and future. The practice emphasizes individualized attention and protecting clients’ rights through effective, personalized legal representation, ensuring all questions are addressed in clear, comprehensible language rather than complex legal jargon. Ivan Petrovic offers confidential consultations to discuss legal concerns and develop strategies that empower clients to make informed decisions about their cases, whether dealing with criminal charges, business disputes, or estate matters. Contact this Medina County attorney at 216-507-2943 for legal representation that combines diligent attention to criminal defense matters with comprehensive service across multiple practice areas, providing guidance through legal challenges with care and expertise tailored to each client’s unique situation.