Apache County Criminal Lawyers

I am Board Certified by the State Bar of Arizona as a Specialist in Criminal law. I have been practicing Criminal law in Arizona for over 25 years. I was recently awarded the Tom Karis Criminal Justice Award by the State Bar of Arizona. In Arizona only 22 lawyers earned this distinction. I also have extensive experience in Mental Health and Addiction issues in Criminal law cases. I travel throughout Arizona representing clients in various criminal matters, including Murder, Manslaughter, Negligent Homicide, Assault, Aggravated Assault, all drug crimes including transportation for sale of large quantities of...

Ms. Ayensa I. Millan is a Senior Lobbyist and Managing Attorney for CIMA Law Group. Her expertise is immigration law, criminal law, and personal injury law. She was also appointed as a Judge Pro Tem to the Maricopa County Superior Court by the Maricopa County Boar of Supervisors. She resides over a variety of hearings including criminal misdemeanor and traffic arraignments; juvenile alcohol, driving and curfew arraignments; criminal jury and non-jury trials; orders of protection hearings and harassment injunctions just to name a few. As a native of Puerto Penasco, Mexico she immigrated to the Phoenix, AZ and has built a...

Weeks Law is dedicated to providing superior Arizona DUI, traffic and criminal defense in Phoenix, throughout Maricopa County, and surrounding counties. Ashelee J. Weeks is not only an attorney, but a former prosecutor as well. This experience gives Ashelee the edge over other attorneys because of her significant trial and courtroom experience. Ashelee has handled over a thousand DUI, traffic, & criminal cases and has spent her career in a courtroom with various judges, attorneys, and advocates. The skills and knowledge gained from her experience is unparalleled. Call now for a FREE consultation!

The Law Office of Aaron M. Black, PLLC., is a boutique law firm in Phoenix, Arizona that represents individuals charged with serious criminal offenses, vehicular crimes and DUI in Federal, State and City courts. Aaron places a strong emphasis on DUI and DUI related criminal offenses. Aaron is an experienced Criminal Defense attorney with an outstanding knowledge and understanding of complex Criminal case litigation. Aaron acquired this experience by representing hundreds of individuals. regularly dealing with Criminal and DUI cases involving serious consequences, Aaron Black has successfully defended numerous jury and bench trials. Aaron Black represents a limited number of clients...

Jack, a graduate of ASU Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law, has devoted his entire career to honing his trial and litigation skills. He started in private practice, then went to work at Maricopa County Public Defender’s office where he handled cases ranging from assault, drug trafficking, white collar, dangerous crimes, sex crimes, and homicides. Throughout his experiences, Jack recognized not only his passion for litigation but also for fighting for the underdog—those who have everything stacked against them when their liberty is at stake. Jack believes there are two sides to every story and that everyone is entitled to...

President and lead counsel for the Law Offices of Shawn B. Hamp, P.C. (An Arizona Professional Corporation), Shawn Hamp has practiced law for over 20 years with an emphasis in Criminal Law. An experienced trial attorney, Mr. Hamp has been lead counsel in hundreds of criminal trials and court hearings, including over 50 criminal jury trials. A former prosecutor, he has handled all types of criminal cases including, DUI/DWI, Drug, and Homicide cases. Mr. Hamp now brings his experience and dedication to serve those individuals in Northern Arizona accused of committing any type of crime.

Derek Oliverson is a criminal defense attorney in Tempe, Arizona. He grew up in Cedar City, Utah. Derek graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from Southern Utah University. He then continued his studies at Creighton University School of Law where he earned his Juris Doctorate with a Certificate of Concentration in Litigation. During law school, Derek participated in both advanced mediation and trial teams, and upon graduation was honored with recognition as a top graduating student who excelled in trial and appellate advocacy. Prior to moving to Phoenix with his family, Derek was a police...

With over fourteen years practicing criminal law, Jonathan Goebel has litigated criminal matters ranging from misdemeanors to complex felony cases throughout Arizona.Jonathan is an exceptional trial attorney who has won countless jury trials and is well regarded in the Arizona legal community as a one of the most effective trial attorneys in the State. As a former Maricopa County Deputy Attorney, Assistant Arizona Attorney General, and active criminal defense attorney, Jonathan has spent his entire career in Arizona’s various criminal justice arenas and has a tremendous experience in all criminal matters. He has represented clients in nearly every court in...

Brian is passionate about trial work, and spent over seven years doing mock trials before becoming a lawyer and an adjunct professor/trial coach for law students at the James E. Rogers College of Law. Brian co-teaches the top 8 oral advocates at the law school and prepares them to compete in the National Trial Competition, the nation's most prestigious trial competition. He has won numerous awards for his trial advocacy abilities, including the William T. Birmingham award for Outstanding Trial Advocacy (presented each year to the top trial advocate in the University of Arizona Law School's graduation class) and the...

I found an instant passion for Criminal Defense almost two decades ago and feel blessed to love my work. I have always sought to fight for the underdog, and through my work, get to help people deserving a quality and affordable defense.

I was was born in East Amherst, NY and graduated from the University of Wisconsin in Madison. After graduation, I spent two years working for one of the nations most respected Criminal Defense firms in Washington DC., learning early on what qualities make a for a effective defense attorney. I graduated with a Law Degree from California...

Matt Maerowitz grew up in Arizona and went to high school at Brophy. He received his undergraduate degree in economics from Boston College and later graduated from law school at the University of Arizona. Matt Maerowitz’s practice focuses on DUI, criminal defense, and personal injury cases. Before co-founding the Maerowitz Law Firm, LLC, Matt worked for a Scottsdale law firm where he drafted numerous criminal defense motions, primarily in DUI cases. Matt also worked for the Pima County Attorney’s Office as a student-prosecutor during law school where he handled several trials. Matt’s experience with both sides of criminal law...

Belen is a Phoenix criminal defense attorney. She advocates fiercely for her clients and is an excellent negotiator while maintaining her ethical and respectable approach. She collaborates with civil and immigration attorneys, whenever necessary, to develop the best outcome for her clients. Belen also knows how to develop the best defense possible and recruits psychologists, forensic experts, psychiatrists, accident reconstructionists, ballistics experts, fire experts, videographers, toxicologists, criminalists, and many other doctors.

Ms. Belen Olmedo Guerra is a strong advocate and litigator. She has handled hundreds of felony cases including sexual crimes, child abuse, prostitution, and homicides. She is extremely successful...

Michelle is a national speaker and author on DUI defense. She is a graduate of the University of Arizona James E. Rogers College of Law. While in law school, Michelle was an active participant in the Veteran’s Advocacy Clinic, where she acted as defense counsel for indigent Veterans charged with criminal misdemeanors. Michelle’s zealous advocacy on behalf of Veterans led to her selection by the Law School Faculty to present an amicus curiae brief (on behalf of the defendant) to the Federal Court of Appeals for the U.S. Armed Forces, the highest military court in the country.

Following graduation, Michelle worked...

Craig Orent has been defending and trying criminal cases for 30+ years, handling everything from criminal traffic matters to capital first-degree murder. He is known to be aggressive, tenacious, and passionate in his defense of his clients. He approaches each case as if he were representing a family member. He is an advocate, defender, and advisor. He appears in all courts (city, state, and federal).

Stephen R. Glazer, was the owner and sole attorney of The Glazer Law Office, PLLC located in Flagstaff, Arizona. Steve recently merged with another attorney in Flagstaff, Keith A. Hammond, and the firm is now Glazer Hammond, PLLC. Steve is certified by The State Board of Arizona as a Criminal Law Specialist. Stephen Glazer, known as the Flagstaff Attorney, handles criminal law cases in both State and Federal courts in all of northern Arizona. He aggressively defends charges such as DUI, Drug cases, criminal traffic violations, minor in consumption, weapon charges, domestic violence cases, suspended license cases, murder, and other...

We are a full-service criminal defense law firm that provides effective, strategic and aggressive legal representation to those facing all types of Criminal, DUI and Traffic charges and offenses. Contact Rosenstein Law Group 24/7 at 480-248-7666 now. We are open and accepting new clients. Consultations safely by phone & video now available.

Craig Rosenstein, 40, is the founder and owner of Rosenstein Law Group, now celebrating 13 years of business in Scottsdale, Arizona. He graduated from Arizona State University College of Law in 2006. In late 2007, Craig opened the Rosenstein Law Group, PLLC and quickly limited his practice to criminal...

Criminal Defense Attorney Christopher Millar is a Former Prosecutor, Military Veteran and Founder of Millar Law, P.L.L.C. As a Former Prosecutor, Attorney Millar handled all types of criminal cases from Serious Felony Offenses to Misdemeanors. He has extensive experience in DUIs, Felony Offenses, Assaults, Domestic Violence, Weapons Offenses, Drug Offenses, Criminal Traffic Offenses, and more. Contact Millar Law for a no obligation case review to see how we can help you on your case. Attorney Millar is originally from Chicago, Illinois and moved to Arizona in 2005 when he joined the United States Air Force. After serving for 4 years,...

Ryan McPhie is uniquely qualified and trained to handle criminal cases ranging from major felony offenses to civil and criminal traffic citations.

As a former Deputy County Attorney, Ryan worked and was trained alongside the prosecutors in your case. He has successfully battled well over a thousand cases in front of numerous judges at virtually every level across the State of Arizona.

Ryan prides himself on personal service and fighting for his clients’ rights. He believes in his clients. He is on their side.

Ryan McPhie is the co-founder of Grand Canyon Law Group, formerly McPhie Law, 100% dedicated to criminal...

Attorney Steven Scharboneau primarily focuses in the areas of criminal defense, legislative advocacy, and appellate advocacy. He is extremely passionate about protecting the rights of others and achieves this by advocating for his clients directly in the courtroom and indirectly at the legislative level as a lobbyist. Steven graduated cum laude from the University of Arizona earning a bachelor’s degree in political science with an emphasis in law and public policy. He then earned his Juris Doctorate degree from ASU Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law and is licensed to practice law in Arizona and in U.S. District Court in the...

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Matthew Lopez Law is considered one of Arizona's premier personal injury, car accident, DUI and criminal defense law firms. If you or a loved one have been arrested or injured in a car accident, our lawyers are here to help. Our lawyers aggressively represent clients throughout Arizona including, but not limited to, Tempe, Chandler, Mesa, Gilbert, Scottsdale, Phoenix, Glendale, Peoria, Tucson, Yuma, Lake Havasu, Flagstaff, Prescott and Payson.

If you have been arrested, you need the assistance of an honest, knowledgeable and hard working lawyer. Matthew Lopez Law possesses these...

Zachary Law Group is without question the law firm you want and need to hire. Its founder, Steven Zachary, has a unique background including over 33 years of legal experience. After years of practicing law in both Minnesota and Arizona, Steven Zachary opened Zachary Law Group in Gilbert, Arizona. His desire was to create a one stop law firm dedicated to helping individuals and families through their difficult legal troubles. Steven’s distinctive background brings the intelligence of graduating from a nationally ranked top 20 law school and the legal experience of being a member of the National Trial Lawyers Top 100...

Jerald Schreck is an award-winning criminal defense attorney in private practice in Phoenix, Arizona. Prior to entering private practice, he was the supervisor of the Sex Crimes Trial Team at the Maricopa County Public Defender's Office where he practiced for approximately twenty-four years. He has concentrated on the defense of persons charged with sex crimes for over twenty years. During that time he has been involved in the defense of college students, teachers, medical professionals, law enforcement officers, corrections officers, attorneys, parents, juveniles, group home workers, coaches, religious leaders, athletes, day care workers and corporate executives on a wide variety...

Attorney Tobin handles criminal and DUI cases throughout the Phoenix Metropolitan Area providing clients with professional, experienced, and aggressive representation. He’s known for his honesty, compassion, and dedication to justice. When you step into the Mr. Tobin’s office, expect professionalism with a friendly touch. He’ll take the time to listen to your concerns and needs and work with you to dismiss charges, reduce charges, limit penalties, and protect your legal rights. Attorney Timothy Tobin graduated with honors from Stonehill College in Massachusetts. Following his passion as a legal advocate, he earned his Juris Doctor from New England Law Boston...

Future First Criminal Law is a law firm located in Phoenix, AZ and focuses only on DUI and criminal cases in Phoenix, Scottsdale, Tempe, Mesa, Chandler, Gilbert, Paradise Valley, Peoria, Goodyear, Surprise and Glendale. At Future First Criminal Law, the lawyers typically have anywhere from 50-70 cases at a time, which means a lot of attention to their cases and clients. All clients will receive a group text message with the entire legal team so updates, questions and answers are all provided in the quickest time possible. All major case updates are done by the lawyer recording videos on their...

Salwin Law Group focuses its practice on criminal defense and employment law. If you find yourself facing criminal charges or discrimination from an employer, this can be the most stressful experience of your life. Salwin Law Group understands, and their mission is to help you navigate this stressful situation to get you the very best result.

Stewart Salwin is a Harvard-educated, former prosecutor who has handled thousands of DUIs throughout his career. He understands how the prosecution thinks, and he will put this knowledge and experience to work for you, making him the ideal partner to help you resolve your legal...

Kina Harding is a criminal law and family law attorney at The Harding Firm. While she has built her legal career by focusing on defending the rights of others and dealing with all of “loves’ tragic side effects” – divorce, custody, parenting time, child support, and grandparent’s rights. Attorney Harding serves the legal community by volunteering with the Family Lawyer’s Assistance Project, where she provides pro bono legal advice to those in need. She serves on the Maricopa County Bar Association Board of Directors. She is also a former member of the Bench and Bar Committee, facilitating a candid...

Criminal Defense Attorney in Phoenix, AZ

Bruce Blumberg is certified as a Specialist in Criminal Law by the State Bar of Arizona. Of the 18,000 licensed attorneys in Arizona, only about 750 of them have received specialist certification, and only a handful of those are certified in the area of Criminal Law. During his tenure as a defense attorney, Bruce has represented people in many serious felony matters, including a number of death penalty cases. Bruce has a reputation within the legal community of being an honest, hardworking attorney. He has a passion for his clients and dedicates 100 percent to the defense of any client...

David A. Black is a Phoenix-based criminal defense and trial attorney. His practice includes the representation of individuals accused of crimes ranging from DUI to white collar fraud investigations. He has been named in the Best Lawyers in America 2020-2023, as well as SuperLawyers. David is AV Rated and owns a law firm located in downtown Phoenix, Arizona. He was educated at UCLA School of Law and worked as a prosecutor out of law school. He is dedicated to the aggressive defense of his clients and their rights.

Michael Kielsky joined Udall Shumway PLC in 2016.

Mr. Kielsky is a 1984 graduate of Grand Canyon University, in Phoenix, holding a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science.

For 15 years, Mr. Kielsky was employed in a variety of roles in technology, including Software Engineer, Business Analyst, and Manager of Engineering, at well-known companies in industries such as aerospace, communications, defense, finance, and technology.

In 1999, seeking new challenges, and due to his long-running interest in law, Mr. Kielsky began on a path to his second career, enrolling in law school on an academic scholarship. Even with completing law school on an accelerated...

Lee Ciccarelli is the founder of Ciccarelli Law Offices: a Litigation Law Firm focusing in Personal Injury, Criminal Defense and Family Law matters. Ciccarelli Law firm takes on tough cases and fights for clients when they need it the most. ...

Richard J. Suzuki brings a wealth of legal experience to his practice, having served as a former Maricopa Deputy County Attorney and Assistant United States Attorney, specializing in both state and federal prosecution. In addition to his prosecutorial background, Richard spent over three years at an insurance defense law firm, enhancing his understanding of accident and injury matters from a diverse perspective. With an extensive history of jury trial engagements, Richard possesses invaluable insights into courtroom dynamics. His commitment to assisting clients facing criminal and personal injury challenges is evident in his passionate advocacy. Whether individuals are grappling with serious criminal...

Kareen O'Brien joined the Stewart Law Group in 2016 and has been practicing law since 2004. She spent six years with the L.A. County District Attorney's Office in California where, as Deputy District Attorney, she was a Major Crimes Prosecutor. She prosecuted serious and violent felons, primarily those who had committed acts of domestic violence, sexual abuse, and assault. (She prosecuted and won a fraud case where Christopher Darden of the O.J. Simpson trial was defense counsel!) After leaving L.A. for Phoenix, Arizona, she became an active member of the State Bar of Arizona and later joined the Maricopa...

Alison Briggs has been with the My Arizona Lawyers since 2016. Currently, she serves as the client services manager and an attorney. Alison combines her passion for helping people with the practice of law.

Alison was born and educated in Massachusetts. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Sociology from the University Of Massachusetts- Amherst where she was the 2007 commencement speaker. Additionally, Ms. Briggs also holds a Master of Social Work degree from Salem State University. Plus, she is a Licensed Certified Social Worker (Massachusetts).

Alison has worked with children and families in many capacities since completing her...

As criminal defense lawyer Thomas Hogle fulfills many important roles during the course of a criminal case. He is responsible for defending a person who is charged with a crime. He or she speaks on the client’s behalf. We play this essential role for our clients charged with crimes in Surprise, Arizona.

A criminal defense lawyer is also responsible for talking about the status of the case and negotiating with the prosecutor regarding any particular plea bargain. A criminal defense lawyer may be able to help secure a favorable deal for the defendant that results in a reduction of charges or...

Our criminal defense team has Over 5,000 case victories and 3 Board Certified Criminal Law Specialists per the Arizona Board of Legal Specialization (the most Certified Criminal Law Specialists of ANY firm in Arizona). Criminal Charges are Serious - You Need a Highest Rated Law Firm on Your Side!

Since becoming a lawyer in 1989, Arizona Criminal Attorney and Arizona DUI Lawyer David Michael Cantor has handled many high profile cases which have been covered by the local and national news media. He has been interviewed and has appeared on Good Morning America, Anderson Cooper Live, CNN, Inside Edition, the CBS...

Robert F. Gruler is a native of Arizona and has spent his life developing relationships in the local community. The oldest of three boys, Gruler learned at an early age what it means to lead and has carried forth that tradition throughout his life. Mr. Gruler attended Brophy College Preparatory, an all-boys Jesuit high school in downtown Phoenix. While there, Gruler was a four-year letterman on the wrestling team, serving as Team Captain his Junior and Senior years. In 2004, Gruler competed and won first place in the regional tournament. At Brophy, Gruler excelled in his studies and secured...

Ray A. Ybarra Maldonado is a human rights activist, author, filmmaker, and public speaker. Born in Douglas, AZ, Ybarra Maldonado’s mother was born just a few miles to the south in the town of Agua Prieta, Sonora. As a lawyer, Ybarra Maldonado is an aggressive trial attorney who has attained not guilty verdicts for his clients in both state and federal courts. In addition to attaining not guilty verdict he has won motions to suppress evidence that have resulted in complete dismissal of cases and has attained victories at the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals. In the immigration context, his clients...

Kevin Rowe is a founder and principal of the law offices of Lerner and Rowe, P.C. and Lerner and Rowe Law Group, LLC. Over the years, Mr. Rowe has assisted tens of thousands of people in their time of grievous need achieve security, well-being and sense of peace. It is in this capacity that Mr. Rowe has been able to secure tens of millions of dollars in settlements and awards for injured victims.

Much of Mr. Rowe’s time is consumed as managing partner of the many offices of Lerner and Rowe, PC and Lerner and Rowe Law Group, LLC. Yet, Mr....