The Law Office of Joshua T. Crain serves Rutherford County from 242 Heritage Park Drive, Suite 105 in Murfreesboro, TN 37129, with attorney Joshua T. Crain bringing nearly twenty years of trial experience and over one thousand cases handled. As a former prosecutor who believes strongly in constitutional rights and maintains unshakeable faith, Crain provides tough, aggressive defense while maintaining direct communication with clients rather than delegating to staff. The practice covers comprehensive criminal defense including domestic assaults, drug crimes from possession to trafficking, DUI charges, marijuana offenses, parole and probation violations, sex crimes including child pornography and rape, theft crimes, and violent crimes including assault and homicide. With notable case results including dismissals in DUI first offense, aggravated rape, aggravated assault with deadly weapon cases, and not guilty verdicts after jury trials in vehicular homicide, aggravated robbery, and first degree murder cases, Crain demonstrates proven trial success. Beyond legal practice, he established Crain Defense Solutions teaching personal defense courses focused on self-rescue and self-preservation. The firm emphasizes truth and transparency, taking time to know clients as people while fully equipping them to handle next steps. Available at (615) 697-6242 with text messaging available for immediate contact, Crain offers one-time consultations to discuss defense options. Clients consistently praise his preparation, knowledge, integrity, core values, and ability to deliver on promises while fighting vigorously for their rights.
Criminal Defense Attorneys
Browning & Long, PLLC practices from 101 N McDowell Street Suite 100 in Charlotte, North Carolina 28204, with partners C. Todd Browning and Howard W. Long II bringing unique perspective as former Mecklenburg County assistant district attorneys. Having prosecuted cases from misdemeanors to felonies before switching to criminal defense, both attorneys understand prosecution tactics and use this knowledge to anticipate strategies while building strong defenses for DWI, traffic violations, and criminal charges. The firm handles drunk driving cases including checkpoint arrests and high BAC allegations, reckless driving charges involving speeds over 100 mph, weapons offenses, domestic violence, drug crimes, and serious felonies throughout Mecklenburg County courts. Their criminal defense practice extends to license restoration hearings, CDL violations threatening commercial driving careers, gun charges, assault allegations, and theft offenses requiring aggressive representation to protect clients’ futures. Browning & Long maintains strong relationships with prosecutors and judges in Charlotte-area courts including Cornelius, Davidson, Huntersville, Mint Hill, Pineville, and Matthews, providing responsive client communication throughout legal proceedings. The attorneys have achieved numerous favorable outcomes including dismissals of felony charges, reckless driving acquittals, and DWI checkpoint case victories through thorough preparation and skilled courtroom advocacy. Available 24/7 at (980) 207-3355, the firm offers free consultations in both English and Spanish for criminal defense matters.
The Law Office of Miguel A. Hernandez practices from 40 Central Avenue in Salinas, California 93901, with father-son team Miguel and Jevin Hernandez providing criminal defense throughout Monterey, Santa Cruz, and San Benito Counties. With decades of combined experience, the firm handles murder, homicide, manslaughter, assault and battery, robbery, burglary, sex crimes, domestic violence, child abuse allegations, and white collar crimes through aggressive trial advocacy and effective negotiations. Their criminal defense practice encompasses DUI charges, juvenile delinquency matters, drug offenses, fraud accusations, kidnapping cases, and mental health diversion proceedings, offering free consultations to discuss unique case circumstances. The attorneys maintain memberships in the California Bar Association, National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, California Attorneys for Criminal Justice, and California Public Defenders Association, demonstrating commitment to criminal defense excellence. Hernandez Law provides expungement and record sealing services to help clients clear criminal histories, while defending those facing misdemeanor or felony charges that threaten freedom and future opportunities. The firm accepts cases requiring thorough investigation and careful attention to details, working with expert witnesses including chemists, toxicologists, medical doctors, and forensic specialists when building defense strategies. Operating Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, the practice serves clients throughout the Central Coast region. Contact (831) 757-3925 for consultation.
The Law Office of Melanie M. Marmer operates from 44 Court Street, Suite 917 in Brooklyn, NY 11201, providing criminal defense, family law, and estate planning services throughout the New York City metropolitan area for over thirty years. Attorney Melanie M. Marmer has built a reputation for personal service and aggressive representation during times of crisis, whether clients face criminal allegations or navigate divorce proceedings. Her criminal defense practice covers domestic violence charges, various criminal offenses, and DWI cases, while her family law services include child support matters, custody disputes, family offenses, and divorce proceedings. The firm also handles estates and wills, including power of attorney and healthcare proxies, along with offering mediation services as an alternative dispute resolution option. Marmer approaches each case with honesty, refusing to sugarcoat the truth or sell clients on unrealistic goals, instead working efficiently to resolve legal problems cost-effectively without cutting corners or unnecessarily prolonging matters. Described by clients as a compassionate ally and aggressive advocate, she personally guides clients through legal processes while fighting vigorously for their rights regardless of the adversary’s formidability. The practice serves Brooklyn and the greater New York City area with a straightforward approach, listening carefully to client needs and concerns. Contact the firm at (718) 403-9629 or by fax at (718) 403-9501 for experienced representation that prioritizes both personal attention and determined advocacy.
Blume and Blume Attorneys at Law PC operates at their Tuscaloosa County location serving Tuscaloosa, Northport, and West Alabama with over seventy years of combined legal experience. This family firm consisting of Gary L. Gar Blume, Nettie Cohen Blume, and Rachel Blume has intentionally remained small while building a reputation throughout the state and region for dedication to client needs. The practice focuses on criminal defense, divorce and custody matters, Social Security disability claims, juvenile court proceedings, and workers compensation cases. Their criminal defense services encompass representation in robbery, theft crimes, sex offenses, juvenile crimes, stalking crimes, probation violations, misdemeanor offenses, drug cases, and felony matters throughout Tuscaloosa County. The family law division handles divorce proceedings and custody disputes with understanding of the emotional complexities involved. They also assist clients suffering from chronic impairments, degenerative disc disease, mental illness, and physical impairments in pursuing Social Security disability benefits. The firm provides representation in juvenile court matters and dependency litigation, along with grandparents’ rights cases. Available at (205) 556-6712, the office operates Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM, offering zealous advocacy and personalized attention to residents throughout North-Central Alabama. Their commitment to client service and deep knowledge of Alabama law makes them effective advocates in both negotiated settlements and courtroom litigation.
Underwood & Associates serves McKinney and Wichita Falls, Texas from offices at 3600 Eldorado Parkway, Suite B3 in McKinney, TX 75070 and 909 8th Street, Suite 206 in Wichita Falls, TX 76301. Led by attorney William Underwood with support from Sandy, the firm provides experienced, aggressive, and innovative legal representation in criminal defense and family law matters throughout Collin County and surrounding areas. Their criminal defense practice covers domestic violence, drug crimes including trafficking, expunctions and non-disclosures, probation revocation, sex crimes, and DWI cases including first-time offenses and understanding of DWI laws. The family law division handles annulment, child support, comprehensive divorce law services, and juvenile law matters when children face legal trouble. As a Wichita Falls criminal defense lawyer serving both locations, the firm emphasizes being small enough to care yet big enough to win, with thousands of cases handled and direct access to the attorney. They provide top-notch legal services with constant communication, empowering clients with expert advice and representation one case at a time. Former clients praise Underwood’s patience, honesty, understanding, and effectiveness in achieving positive outcomes, with particular expertise helping those facing immigration consequences from criminal charges. Available at (214) 544-8040, the firm maintains a blog addressing current legal issues and offers resources for clients navigating the Texas legal system while providing the personalized service often lacking at larger firms.
Law Office of Eduardo Fontanez operates from 7127 Indianapolis Blvd., Hammond, IN 46324, with attorney Ed Fontanez bringing experience as a former Judge in East Chicago City Court and former Deputy Prosecutor in the Lake County Prosecutor’s Office to criminal defense representation throughout Northwest Indiana. The firm handles all state and federal criminal matters including OWI/DUI/DWI charges involving cars, boats, or motorcycles, felony and misdemeanor charges, domestic battery, violent crimes, drug dealing and drug possession, battery, murder, criminal traffic violations, theft, shoplifting, conversion, sex crimes, and probation/parole revocation proceedings. Fontanez also assists with hardship licenses/specialized driving privileges for those with suspended licenses needing work transportation, plus expungement and sealing of criminal records to help clients regain employment opportunities, credit benefits, and firearm purchasing abilities. Licensed in Indiana and serving clients throughout Northwest Indiana including Crown Point, Merrillville, Whiting, East Chicago, Hammond, Griffith, and Gary, the practice offers free consultations via call or text at 219-554-0282. As an adjunct professor at Purdue University Calumet’s History/Political Science Department with a Doctor of Jurisprudence from Indiana University School of Law-Indianapolis, Fontanez provides high-quality service with over 7,000 evictions handled for property management clients alongside comprehensive criminal defense representation, accepting calls and texts with a commitment to client satisfaction.
The Law Office of Louis J. Goodman practices from 1290 B Street Suite 307 in Hayward, California 94541, with Louis Goodman bringing 35 years of experience as a former Alameda County Deputy District Attorney turned criminal defense advocate. The firm defends clients arrested for homicide, violence, domestic violence, theft, narcotics possession, sex crimes, child molestation, DUI, hit and run, vehicular manslaughter, and driving on suspended licenses throughout Alameda County courts. Goodman’s prosecutorial background provides insider knowledge of how cases are built and prosecuted, enabling strategic defense approaches that protect constitutional rights and challenge evidence effectively. The practice handles federal criminal defense matters, insurance fraud allegations, white collar crimes, and serious traffic offenses, offering free consultations to discuss case specifics and defense options. Criminal defense services include protecting clients’ state and federal constitutional rights, negotiating with prosecutors, challenging arrest procedures, and advocating for favorable outcomes at trial or through plea agreements. The attorney maintains offices serving multiple Alameda County locations, providing experienced representation for thousands of individuals arrested daily throughout the jurisdiction for alleged criminal conduct. With comprehensive understanding of both prosecution and defense perspectives, Goodman develops strategic approaches tailored to each client’s unique circumstances. Call (510) 582-9090 for immediate consultation and defense representation.
Laurence A. Silverman & Associates serves Long Island from multiple locations including 98 Carleton Avenue in Central Islip, NY 11722, providing criminal defense and family law services with decades of aggressive trial experience. Led by founding attorney Laurence A. Silverman Esquire, the firm devotes itself to providing aggressive representation and customized defense for the criminally accused, immediately getting to work by contacting police precincts and appearing at arraignments upon being retained. Their criminal defense practice encompasses drug crimes, DWI and DUI charges, domestic violence and orders of protection, traffic offenses, probation and parole violations, and sealing of criminal records. The family law division handles child abuse cases, child custody matters, child support issues, modification proceedings, visitation rights, and defense of enforcement actions. The firm offers bilingual services in Spanish and emphasizes treating each client as if they’re the only one being represented, with attorneys who listen carefully and make strong persuasive arguments for dismissal or leniency. They maintain twenty-four hour availability at (631) 641-8584 with free consultations available. Additional offices are located at 220 Mineola Boulevard in Mineola, NY 11501 serving Nassau County, and in Huntington Station serving Suffolk County. With thousands of cases successfully handled and extensive experience with all types of criminal cases from misdemeanors to felonies, the firm focuses on protecting clients’ rights from initial consultation through case resolution.
Buchan Palo & Cardamone LLC operates from 750 Broad Street, Suite 202 in Shrewsbury, NJ 07702, serving clients throughout New Jersey including Monmouth, Ocean, Middlesex, Union, Bergen, Passaic, Morris, and Hudson Counties. The firm’s partners Kevin A. Buchan Esquire, Stephanie Palo Esquire, and David R. Cardamone Esquire form a tight-knit team committed to protecting clients’ rights while advancing personal goals through individualized care and creative attention. Kevin Buchan concentrates on criminal defense, administrative law, and ethics proceedings, while Stephanie Palo devotes her practice to family law litigation, criminal defense, and commercial civil litigation matters. Dave Cardamone focuses on family law, real estate, and estate planning, administration, and litigation. Their criminal defense practice provides zealous representation for those facing criminal investigations or charges from federal, state, or municipal agencies. The family law division offers capable and compassionate guidance through every phase including divorce, child custody, and support matters. They handle municipal law issues from simple traffic offenses to complicated DUI cases and disorderly persons offenses. Additional services include real estate transactions, estate planning and probate for peace of mind and asset protection, employment law for both employees and employers, appellate and Supreme Court practice, and civil litigation including breach of contract and property disputes. Available at (732) 328-8700 or fax (732) 328-9933, the firm operates Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 6 PM.