The Law Offices of Maria Mena serves Gaithersburg, Maryland from 8720 Georgia Avenue, Suite 505, Silver Spring, MD 20910, with founding attorney Maria Mena bringing over 25 years of experience as a former Deputy District Attorney to criminal defense representation at (240) 607-8686. Available 24/7 with services in English and Spanish, the firm handles comprehensive criminal matters including DUI/DWI, assault, child sex abuse, domestic abuse, drug charges from possession to manufacturing, felonies, misdemeanors, fraud, manslaughter, sex crimes, theft, burglary, violent crimes, weapons charges, probation violations, protective orders, and expungement services. Well-established with Montgomery County Courts and familiar with local prosecutors and law enforcement agencies, Attorney Mena has built a reputation for being aggressive, hard-hitting, and attentive while never taking a weak approach to defense, with case results and testimonials demonstrating success in protecting clients’ freedom, families, and reputations. The practice also handles personal injury cases including car accidents, motorcycle accidents, product liability, and truck accidents, offering free initial case evaluations to all potential clients throughout Alameda and Contra Costa Counties. Clients describe Attorney Mena as professional, aggressive in court, sweet, humble, kind, with deep experience that wins both legal and physical custody in family matters while achieving favorable criminal defense outcomes. The firm carefully prepares each case for potential trial, whether negotiating plea bargains or presenting to judges and juries, maintaining a commitment to defending clients against the legal system without judgment.
Criminal Defense Attorneys
Bothfeld & Volk PC maintains offices at 131 Main Street, Burlington, Vermont 05401, where attorneys Richard Bothfeld and Deborah P. Volk bring over 60 years of combined legal experience serving clients throughout Vermont. Richard Bothfeld’s practice focuses extensively on criminal defense in federal and state courts, representing clients charged with DWI, drug offenses, and various criminal matters from misdemeanors to serious felonies. The firm provides comprehensive criminal defense services including representation for assault charges, theft crimes, weapons violations, and white-collar offenses throughout Vermont’s state and federal court systems. Bothfeld has developed significant expertise in DWI defense and drug-related charges over his 30-year career, while also handling civil litigation, family law, and juvenile matters. The practice emphasizes personalized attention and strategic defense planning for each criminal case, working to protect clients’ rights and achieve favorable resolutions through negotiation or trial. Located conveniently in downtown Burlington with elevator access at 105 4th Street East, Suite 215, the firm accepts criminal defense cases statewide and maintains strong relationships with prosecutors and judges throughout Vermont’s legal community. Contact the office at 802-860-1027 for criminal defense representation.
Arleth Law provides client-centered legal representation from 309 Court Avenue, Suite 803, Des Moines, IA 50309, with attorney Michael Arleth offering comprehensive criminal defense alongside family law and estate planning services. Michael’s journey from automotive technician to respected legal practitioner reflects the firm’s commitment to resilience and dedicated service throughout Iowa’s legal landscape. The criminal defense practice handles cases ranging from minor offenses to serious felonies, with Arleth bringing both professional expertise and personal understanding to each client’s situation. Recognized twice by the Iowa Supreme Court’s pro bono honor roll, Michael demonstrates commitment to justice regardless of clients’ financial circumstances. The firm utilizes innovative technology including secure online portals for efficient communication while adapting to clients’ scheduling needs. Criminal defense services encompass DWI representation, drug charges, property crimes, assault, and probation violations, with mitigation strategies tailored to individual circumstances. Arleth’s approach prioritizes clear communication and respect for all clients, whether retained privately or through court appointment. The practice extends beyond traditional legal services, researching non-legal issues that intersect with clients’ legal concerns for comprehensive representation. With thirty-nine years of combined experience including prosecutorial work, the firm understands both sides of criminal proceedings. Contact 515-528-9408 or [email protected] for representation that combines integrity, excellence, and genuine dedication to achieving favorable outcomes while respecting each client’s unique story and circumstances.
Marshall DWI/DUI Lawyers serves New Jersey from their main office at 157 Broad Street, Red Bank, NJ 07701, with 23 locations statewide, providing specialized DWI defense with over 200 years of combined experience and attorneys available 24/7 at 855-450-8310. The firm features unique qualifications including five lawyers certified in maintaining and operating the Draeger Alcotest 7110 and 9510 breathalyzers, five attorneys with SFST certification, three defense attorneys among the five statewide who teach SFST, and lawyer Colin Bonus whose practice is dedicated exclusively to DWI and DUI defense. Led by Jonathan F. Marshall with a team of former prosecutors from over 25 municipalities throughout New Jersey, the firm has achieved hundreds of DWI and refusal dismissals, understanding that plea bargaining is prohibited in drunk driving cases per New Jersey Supreme Court guidelines. The practice focuses on challenging DWI charges through attacking the motor vehicle stop basis, proving operation issues, questioning arrest probable cause, challenging scientific evidence reliability, demanding required discovery, and asserting speedy trial rights, with commitment to seeing cases through regardless of time investment. Handling first, second, and third offense DWI, refusal to submit, drug DUI, school zone DWI, and underage DUI cases, the firm emphasizes that success depends on training and experience rather than political connections, with attorneys possessing the most thorough NHTSA training available. Offices span Camden City, Edison, Egg Harbor, Fort Lee, Hamilton, Jackson, Jersey City, Linden, New Brunswick, Paramus, Toms River, Woodbridge Township, and numerous other locations throughout the state.
The Law Office of Hugo C. Castro L.L.C. operates from 200-A Monroe Street, Suite 220, Rockville, MD 20850, providing immigration and criminal defense services with attorney Hugo Castro available at 301-977-4433. Born in Peru with an Attorney at Law degree from the University of Lima and Masters of Law from American University Washington College of Law, Castro is licensed in both Maryland and Virginia State Bars and is an active member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association. The boutique law firm handles immigration matters throughout the United States and U.S. embassies worldwide, while criminal, DUI/DWI, and traffic law practice covers Maryland and Virginia. Castro brings international legal education equivalent to a U.S. Juris Doctor degree as determined by George Mason University School of Law, offering strong advocacy while providing honest legal opinions without false expectations. Initial consultations for criminal, DUI/DWI, and traffic matters are free for up to 30 minutes, with consultation fees subtracted from legal fees if retained, and payment plans available depending on case nature. The firm provides prompt, diligent, quality cost-effective legal services with Spanish language capabilities, accepting payment by cash, checks, money orders, and credit cards while maintaining a commitment to promptly respond to client inquiries.
Bachara & Essey maintains offices at 200 Country Club Drive, Suite A, Oak Island, NC 28465 and 497 Olde Waterford Way, Suite 202, Leland, NC 28451, offering comprehensive legal services including criminal defense, estate planning, real estate, business law, family law, and probate matters. Attorneys Mark Bachara and Gina Essey, both North Carolina natives and active members in local associations, lead the firm with their team including paralegal Heidi and scheduling coordinator Kenzie. The practice handles criminal defense cases ranging from misdemeanors to serious felonies, providing experienced representation for DUI/DWI charges, drug offenses, assault, theft, and other criminal matters throughout the region. Mark Bachara operates the Leland office focusing on real estate transactions and can be reached at 910-477-7727 or [email protected] for closing services. The Oak Island location serves as the primary office, accessible at 910-457-4577 or [email protected], where both attorneys handle the full range of practice areas. The firm accommodates buyers, sellers, lenders, and agents with comprehensive real estate services while maintaining a commitment to professional representation across all legal matters. Their criminal defense practice provides crucial support for clients facing charges that could impact their freedom and future.
The Law Office of Nicholas R. Robinson operates from 503 S. Saginaw Street #726, Flint, MI 48502, with practice dedicated entirely to criminal defense throughout Michigan state courts. Nicholas Robinson accepts cases ranging from traffic infractions to first-degree premeditated murder, having defended and won jury trials on charges spanning capital offenses to misdemeanors. With law degree from Ohio Northern University and undergraduate from Grand Valley State, Robinson gained early experience prosecuting in Bay County before transitioning to defense work. His background includes political campaign work and college lecturing on politics and law before establishing his criminal defense practice. Robinson offers twenty-four-hour phone availability at 810-922-5638 and free consultations, understanding that criminal charges require immediate attention and ongoing support. The practice handles GHOST investigations, assault charges, driving while intoxicated, theft crimes, drug offenses, sexual assault allegations, embezzlement, firearm offenses, and white-collar crimes. Robinson takes pride in zealously advocating for clients from all backgrounds facing serious prosecutions, promising never to advise accepting resolutions he wouldn’t accept himself. His approach emphasizes thorough explanation of legal proceedings, ensuring clients understand not just what’s happening but why things occur during their cases. The firm maintains an Instagram presence at @attorneynicholasrobinson for community engagement and legal updates. Email [email protected] for consultation with an attorney committed to achieving excellent results through both negotiation and jury trial advocacy.
Nathan J. Dineen Attorney At Law operates from multiple Wisconsin locations including 1449 Green Bay Road, Suite 8, Sturgeon Bay; 4650 W Spencer Street, Suite 13, Appleton; and offices in West Bend, Germantown, and Sister Bay, providing 24/7 DUI and criminal defense services at 1-877-384-6800. With nearly 40 years of combined experience, the firm features nationally recognized qualifications including Dineen’s Forensic Lawyer-Scientist Designation from the American Chemical Society as the first lawyer in Eastern Wisconsin, recognition as a 2013 Up & Coming Lawyer by Wisconsin Law Journal, Top 40 Under 40 Trial Attorney designation, eight consecutive years as a Leading DUI Defense Attorney by Milwaukee Magazine, and a perfect 10/10 AVVO rating. The practice handles comprehensive criminal defense including DUI/OWI cases, prescription medication DUI, felonies, misdemeanors, domestic violence, theft and property crimes, and violent crimes, with Dineen being a founding member of the DUI Defense Lawyers Association and proud member of both the Wisconsin Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and National College of DUI Defense. Clients praise the firm’s aggressive representation and successful outcomes, including not guilty verdicts after day-long trials, complete dismissal of charges without trial, and avoiding prison time on fourth OWI offenses through securing alternative sentencing. The firm emphasizes immediate action is critical, offering extensive experience in challenging breath tests, field sobriety testing, and complex DUI defenses throughout Wisconsin. Available through offices across the state, the team provides the proven and aggressive defense clients deserve against criminal charges.
Horwath Law operates in Tacoma, Washington, with founding attorney Angela Horwath leading a specially selected team continuously educated in DUI law and trial tactics, available 24/7 at 253-620-0033. The firm boasts a 98% DUI success rate with a 96% rate of obtaining dismissals or amendments on first-time DUIs, over 65% not guilty verdicts, and recognition as 2021’s Best South Sound Law Firm. Angela Horwath maintains a 10 out of 10 Superb Avvo rating with over 75 five-star reviews, bringing 25+ combined years of experience defending alcohol DUI, prescription drug DUI, marijuana DUI, refusal cases, military DUI, and under-21 offenses. The practice also handles domestic violence, drug crimes, juvenile defense, property crimes, pre-charging representation, and minor in possession cases throughout Pierce and Thurston Counties including JBLM, Lakewood, Olympia, and Puyallup. With offices at 1117 Tacoma Avenue South and additional locations in Seattle and Olympia, the next-generation firm responds to text messages, answers phones 24 hours daily, and provides detailed procedural flow charts helping clients understand each criminal case stage. Contact [email protected] or visit their offices for free consultations with attorneys chosen and trained by Horwath to use extensive knowledge advantageously while maintaining excellent client communication.
Spencer Law PLLC serves families throughout Clark County from 303 East 16th Street, Vancouver, WA 98663, with attorney Clayton Spencer bringing over thirty years of legal experience since 1991. While family law comprises the central focus, Spencer maintains robust criminal defense and CPS dependency practices, having previously served as prosecutor for Battle Ground, Ridgefield, and La Center. His unique background includes serving as Judge Pro Tempore for Clark County Superior and District Courts, providing invaluable perspective on judicial decision-making processes. The criminal defense practice handles charges ranging from misdemeanors to serious felonies, with Spencer’s prosecutorial experience informing strategic defense approaches. In dependency proceedings involving Child Protective Services, he advocates for parents navigating the complex intersection of criminal charges and family law matters. Spencer’s team approach ensures clients receive both his extensive knowledge and responsive, straightforward counsel throughout their cases. The practice emphasizes accessibility with convenient downtown Vancouver location near I-5 Mill Plain exit and direct attorney communication. Criminal defense services include DUI representation, drug charges, assault cases, and violations involving both adults and juveniles. His commitment to client advocacy stems from understanding that legal issues represent life’s most challenging moments requiring experienced guidance. The firm builds on client trust through honest assessment of options and potential outcomes. Contact 360-787-2424 for consultation with an attorney whose decades of experience span prosecution, defense, and judicial service.