Chudnovsky Law provides award-winning criminal defense, DUI defense, and professional license defense from offices in Los Angeles at 1933 S Broadway, Newport Beach at 23 Corporate Plaza Drive, Long Beach at 309 Pine Avenue, and Santa Monica at 3110 Main Street, offering twenty-four hour availability at 844-325-1444. The firm’s team of eight attorneys including Tsion Chudnovsky with over twenty-two years of experience, former prosecutors Robert K. Weinberg and Kareem Aref with thirty-plus years each, and former Deputy Attorneys General Gillian Friedman and Brian Bill brings over one hundred years of combined experience handling over nine thousand cases and trials. Specializing in criminal defense for assault, domestic violence, DUI, drug crimes, felonies, misdemeanors, sex crimes, theft, vehicular manslaughter, and white collar crimes, the attorneys also provide critical professional license defense for medical, nursing, pharmacy, dental, insurance, and other licensed professionals facing investigation or disciplinary action. The practice offers specialized services for immigrants and international students facing criminal charges that could impact visa status, with multilingual staff providing assistance in Spanish, French, Italian, and Portuguese throughout California. Recognized as Top 100 Trial Lawyers by the National Trial Lawyers Association and consistently rated among the best criminal defense lawyers in Los Angeles and Orange County, the firm combines former prosecutor insight with aggressive defense strategies. Contact them for free consultation and experienced representation from attorneys featured in national media including The Washington Post and NBC News.
Criminal Defense Attorneys
The Law Offices of Michael J. Borrelli P.L.L.C. operates from 1133 Westchester Avenue, White Plains, New York 10604, where Michael Borrelli brings over twenty-nine years of criminal law experience including twelve years as DWI Supervisor for the Westchester County District Attorney’s Office. Having served as Supervisor for three District Attorney’s Office branches in New Rochelle, Northern Westchester, and Yorktown, Borrelli managed thousands of criminal cases while advising over twenty police agencies, gaining invaluable prosecutorial insights now applied to defense strategies. Certified in Standardized Field Sobriety Tests like police officers and responsible for training all Assistant District Attorneys and law enforcement personnel on DWI laws and procedures during his prosecutorial tenure, he specializes in drunk driving defense with recent not guilty verdicts on cases involving blood alcohol levels as high as .22. The practice encompasses domestic violence cases subject to New York’s mandatory arrest laws, drug crimes from possession to trafficking, larceny offenses including shoplifting and identity theft, probation violations requiring only preponderance of evidence, sex crimes with SORA hearing expertise, traffic violations risking license revocation, and violent crimes from assault to homicide. Currently serving as Special Prosecutor for Westchester County on conflicted felony matters while maintaining his defense practice, Borrelli offers 24/7 availability at 914-825-8620 with proven trial experience including murders, manslaughters, vehicular homicides, robberies, and burglaries.
Polanco Law, P.C. operates from 411 Andrews Road, Suite 130, Durham, North Carolina 27705, providing immigration, criminal defense, and family law services with principal attorney Yesenia L. Polanco-Galdamez and her team including representation at Stewart Detention Center in Lumpkin, Georgia. The immigration practice handles immigrant and non-immigrant visas, citizenship and naturalization, removal defense including detention center hearings, asylum applications, inadmissibility waivers, DACA, Temporary Protective Status, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, and appeals to the Board of Immigration Appeals and Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals. Criminal defense services cover felony crimes such as drug trafficking and sex offenses, misdemeanors including DWI and domestic violence, traffic tickets, restoration of driving privileges, with the firm understanding how criminal charges impact immigration status and citizenship eligibility. Family law representation encompasses child custody and support, paternity disputes, divorce and separation agreements, and domestic violence protective orders, recognizing the intersection between family matters and immigration concerns. Operating 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM Monday through Friday at 919-294-8032, the firm emphasizes teamwork between attorneys with decades of experience and dedicated staff, while maintaining that the most important team member is the client whose participation and cooperation enables the best results. The practice specifically assists families with loved ones detained at Stewart Detention Center, offering Spanish language services.
Moreland Law Firm operates from Nashville, Tennessee, where attorney Jay Moreland brings proven trial experience with deep community roots as a born and raised Nashville native defending the local community. With a reputation for aggressive courtroom strategy and tireless dedication, Moreland has represented clients across a wide range of criminal cases from serious charges like homicide and robbery to DUI and domestic assault, applying equal dedication and professionalism regardless of case severity. The practice focuses on DUI and drug charges requiring tough representation to protect records and freedom, violent crimes including assault allegations demanding strong defense to protect reputation and future, and weapons charges where second chances require skilled advocacy. Known as a fearless litigator who thrives under pressure and challenges prosecutions head-on, Moreland provides not only strong representation but crucial guidance and support during one of life’s most difficult periods. Having secured numerous dismissals and favorable outcomes including pro bono representation with charges dropped before reaching a judge, the firm emphasizes that facing criminal charges impacts not just the case but the entire future. With exceptional verbal and written communication skills, superior problem-solving abilities, adaptability, and strong attention to detail, Moreland approaches each case understanding its significance for employment, freedom, and life opportunities. Available at 615-485-0901 for free consultations, the practice combines relentless defense with strategic intelligence.
Larsen, Edlund, and Ernest, PC maintains offices at 2403 Harnish Drive, Suite 105, Algonquin, IL 60102 and 444 N. Northwest Hwy., Suite 155, Park Ridge, IL 60068, providing general practice legal services since 1987 at 847-825-7600. The firm’s attorneys bring over 60 years of combined experience handling real estate law, family law, estate planning, probate, criminal defense, personal injury, business organizations, and civil litigation matters. Their criminal defense practice represents clients facing various charges while maintaining strong relationships within the legal community to ensure optimal case outcomes. The estate planning division assists with wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and comprehensive planning for property distribution while maximizing tax benefits and carrying out clients’ wishes. Real estate services encompass residential and commercial transactions, including purchases, sales, land use, construction, mortgages, leases, zoning, title examinations, and closings. The business law practice helps with entity formation, deciding between sole proprietorships, LLCs, partnerships, or corporations, and handles mergers, acquisitions, shareholders’ rights, and business succession planning. Serving Park Ridge, Des Plaines, Niles, Algonquin, Lake in the Hills, Huntley, Crystal Lake, and throughout McHenry and Kane Counties, the firm emphasizes personalized service and prompt responses. Attorney Jennifer leads the practice with dedication to establishing strong attorney-client relationships while explaining options clearly so clients can make informed decisions about their legal matters.
James M. Porfido, of Counsel with Einhorn Barbarito Attorneys at Law, operates from 165 East Main Street, Denville, New Jersey 07834, bringing over thirty years of criminal justice system experience including service as former Section Chief of the Vehicular Homicide Unit and Sex Crimes and Child Abuse Unit in the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office. Certified as a Criminal Trial Attorney by the Supreme Court of the State of New Jersey since 1995, Porfido is among a small percentage of lawyers achieving this rigorous certification, with selection for New Jersey Super Lawyers from 2008 through 2017. The practice handles comprehensive criminal defense throughout Morris County including Morristown, covering DUI, drug charges, domestic violence, weapons offenses, internet crimes, juvenile matters, sex crimes, theft, traffic violations, violent crimes, white collar offenses, municipal code violations, and post-conviction options. Drawing on extensive prosecutorial experience to understand how the state develops cases, Porfido provides valuable defense insights both at trial and in negotiations, with knowledge of local municipal and state courts throughout northwest and central New Jersey. The firm also offers victim representation services, with Porfido developing strategic defense plans through thorough case analysis, legal research, negotiation with prosecutors, and vigorous courtroom advocacy when cases proceed to trial. Available at 973-370-9788 for consultations, the practice emphasizes personalized legal guidance seeking acquittals, charge mitigation, or penalty minimization.
Located at 27 Fairview Street, Huntington, NY 11743, Meaney Law PLLC provides comprehensive legal services with attorneys Andrew and James Meaney at 631-427-2900. The brothers bring a family tradition of excellence to their practice, handling commercial and residential real estate transactions, foreclosure defense, loan modifications, and estate planning including wills, trusts, and probate matters. Their criminal defense practice covers DWI charges, traffic violations, and various criminal matters, while also representing clients in business transactions and litigation. The firm assists homeowners facing foreclosure, helping many keep their homes through thoughtful negotiation and modification agreements. With extensive trial experience and training in accident reconstruction, DWI protocols, and breath testing from police departments, they provide sophisticated defense strategies. The attorneys offer 24/7 availability, meeting clients either at their Huntington office or locations convenient to them. Their real estate practice guides first-time homebuyers through complex transactions while resolving title issues and coordinating financing. The firm handles estate administration, guardianships, conservatorships, and landlord-tenant matters including evictions and rent collection. They emphasize personal service and dedication, treating clients like family rather than case numbers. Both attorneys understand how legal matters impact clients’ personal, professional, and social lives, providing quality representation with accessible, personalized attention throughout each case.
Strange, Farrell, Johnson & Brewers, P.C. operates from 4420 S Technology Dr, Sioux Falls, SD 57106, providing family law, criminal defense, estate planning, and probate services at 605-339-4500. The firm’s experienced attorneys, including Gregory T. Brewers recognized in 2021 Best Lawyers in America for Family Law, focus on complex divorces, custody disputes, and high-asset divorce cases. Their criminal defense practice covers DUI charges, violent crimes, assault, domestic violence, and various felony and misdemeanor matters throughout South Dakota courts. The estate planning division offers wills, living wills, trusts, healthcare and financial powers of attorney, along with guardianship and conservatorship proceedings. Attorneys Sidney B. Strange, Thomas J. Farrell, and Richard A. Johnson bring decades of combined experience, while Eric A. Lovro and Amber Eggert support the team’s comprehensive legal services. The firm handles division of assets, alimony, timesharing arrangements, child support, and adoption matters with meticulous case preparation for potential trials. Their criminal practice includes defending homicide charges, drug offenses, assault and battery, cannabis/marijuana laws, domestic battery, and assisting with record sealing and expungement. The probate team administers estates with or without court supervision, managing final debts and property distribution. With 40 years of combined experience, the attorneys leverage their collective strengths to deliver effective representation while maintaining focus on protecting clients’ families, assets, and reputations.
Law Office of Van A. Larson, P.C. operates from 233 W. Wilson Street, Batavia, IL 60510, providing family law, criminal defense, and real estate services throughout Kane, Kendall, DuPage, and DeKalb Counties at 630-879-9090. Attorney Van A. Larson brings over 39 years of litigation experience as a general practitioner and trial attorney, offering personalized representation where clients work directly with him rather than junior associates. The criminal defense practice covers DUI charges, traffic violations, driver’s license reinstatement, felonies, misdemeanors, drug crimes, domestic battery, and Orders of Protection throughout Northern Illinois courts. His family law services encompass divorce, child custody and visitation rights, child support, property division, maintenance/alimony, paternity cases, and civil union dissolution matters. The firm handles real estate transactions for both sellers and purchasers, providing title insurance, coordinating home inspections, procuring surveys, and managing financing complexities. Larson represents condo association boards and handles forcible entry and detainer actions, rent collection, and various real estate matters. With extensive experience before local courts, he attempts favorable conflict resolution while remaining a vigorous courtroom advocate when necessary. The practice serves communities including Aurora, Geneva, St. Charles, Elgin, and numerous other Northern Illinois cities, offering free initial consultations with prompt personal responses to all communications, including evenings and weekends for emergencies.
Hochman Salkin Toscher Perez P.C. maintains its headquarters at 9100 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 900W in Beverly Hills, California 90212, providing sophisticated tax controversy and criminal defense services to clients throughout the United States for over sixty years. The firm specializes in federal and state civil tax litigation, defense of criminal tax prosecutions at both federal and state levels, white collar criminal defense, undeclared offshore bank accounts and international tax compliance, employment tax audits and investigations, and representation before the IRS Wealth Squad. Their attorneys handle all forms of tax disputes with federal, state, and local taxing authorities, California residency and source of income determinations, California sales and use tax audits, estate and gift tax matters, family wealth transfers, and business transactions with tax planning. The practice includes former prosecutors and experienced litigators who provide co-counsel arrangements and comprehensive defense for high net worth taxpayers facing IRS scrutiny. With an unparalleled reputation for excellence and integrity in the tax community, the firm offers abatement of tax penalties, collection defense, administrative appeals, and strategic counsel for sensitive tax problems. The attorneys regularly speak at national tax conferences and publish articles on tax controversy topics while maintaining the highest standards of client service. Contact the firm at 310-281-3200 or [email protected] for assistance with complex tax litigation and criminal tax defense matters.