Pima County Criminal Lawyers

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).

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!

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...

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...

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...

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...

James E. Novak of The Law Office of James E. Novak, PLLC, is an experienced DUI & Criminal Defense Attorney. He serves clients in Tempe, Mesa, Gilbert, Chandler, Scottsdale, and Phoenix AZ. James Novak defends those facing felony or misdemeanor charges and provides both pretrial and trial services. In addition to his hands on experience and proven success in criminal and DUI defense, Attorney James E.Novak, is the author of three free Arizona Winning Strategy Defense Books, and hundreds of impaired driving and criminal defense articles on his website, blog, and the web. ...

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...

Former Prosecutor familiar with all courts in the Phoenix Metropolitan area.

Board Certified Criminal Law Specialist and highest rated by Martindale-Hubbell.

Born and raised in Phoenix Arizona.

A proven winner in trial, Aaron J. Reed advocates for his clients with outstanding results and top level customer service. Aaron dedicates 100% of his practice to defending people that cannot defend themselves, and has done so even before becoming a licensed attorney. Criminal defense has always been his passion, and his clients are best served because of it. Aaron has had numerous outright jury trial acquittals (not guilty on all charges) in major felony cases, including sexual assault, kidnapping, sale or transportation of narcotic drugs and felony possession of narcotic drugs. Aaron also is unique...

I am an experienced attorney, eager to help clients in cases involving Criminal Law, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence, and Bankruptcy.

I graduated from the Western New England University School of Law. I am an active member of the State Bar of Arizona's Criminal Justice Section and I volunteer with the United Way, providing legal advice to the Valley’s homeless.

I provide personal attention, thoughtful guidance, and will help you through every step of your case. Call today!

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...

Jess A. Lorona is a partner at Lorona Mead, PLC, and has been practicing law for over 38 years. He is also a Judge Pro Tem for the Maricopa County Justice Courts and Salt River Pima Maricopa Indian Community Tribal Court.

Mr. Garvey now focuses his efforts in the field of Criminal Law and DUI Law, both Misdemeanor, and minor and major Felony Litigation. Ryan has been practicing for nearly two decades and has won numerous state and national legal awards for the high degree of customer service he provides to his clients and as well for the high degree of skill level and success he brings to each and every case he undertakes.

Arizona's Super Lawyers, the National Trial Lawyers: Top 100, and one of Arizona’s Outstanding Lawyers are only several of the distinguished accolades Bret Royle has been awarded as a Phoenix based criminal defense and DUI attorney. However, before he began praciting law, Bret attended the University of Miami School of Law. After graduation from law school, Bret joined an Arizona criminal defense firm, where he gained valuable experience in numerous areas of the law. He proceeded to open his own firm in 2011, where he focused on DUI and criminal defense, gaining a reputation as one of the more successful...

Omer Gurion is a Criminal Law Specialist certified by the State Bar of Arizona, Board of Legal Specialization. Omer is a highly skilled attorney who brings his talent, his work ethic and his passion to each case he handles. When Omer takes on a case, his clients reap the benefit of his considerable knowledge, experience and intense personal investment in obtaining the best possible outcome in their case. He graduated from Arizona State University with a B.S. in Political Science magna cum laude and continued to law school at the Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law. Omer has handled numerous...

Attorney Armando Nava, sole owner of The Nava Law Firm, PLLC, is a licensed Arizona and Federal District Court attorney specializing in criminal and DUI defense. As a board member of Arizona Attorneys for Criminal Justice, he advocates for reform and passionately defends his clients with a personalized approach. Mr. Nava established his firm after working in a large firm to ensure every client receives individualized attention and robust defense. Raised in El Paso, Texas, inspired by his father's role as a police officer, Mr. Nava pursued a career in criminal justice. He earned his degree from Texas A&M University and...

Criminal Defense Attorney in Phoenix, AZ

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.

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...

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...

Sean Forrester, the managing criminal attorney at the Lerner and Rowe Law Group, has made a career advocating for the rights of the citizen accused. Mr. Forrester has handled a wide variety of minor and major felony cases, ranging from misdemeanor DUI to first-degree murder.

Mr. Forrester is tireless in his dedication to seek justice on behalf of his clients. He understands the complex legal issues facing those charged with a criminal offense, and has the knowledge to explore and present the best defense possible.

Additionally, his experience includes being part of a trial team that obtained over $11 million dollars for...

Jacob Smets, was born in Chandler, AZ to blue collar parents. Jake's most prominent quality is a hard work ethic, a principle he learned from his folks. Jake graduated early from Northern Arizona University with two Bachelor of Science degrees in American Political Studies and History with a minor in global studies. Both degrees were earned while playing on the college hockey team, the NAU Ice Jacks.

Upon graduating from NAU, Jake worked in sales and technology for six months before attending the University of South Dakota School of Law in Vermillion, SD. Throughout law school, Jake was active in...

A Minnesota native and graduate of the prestigious William Mitchell College of Law in St. Paul, John worked as an Assistant City Attorney for the city of Windom immediately after passing the bar. During his four-year term, he handled a variety of different cases and honed his legal and courtroom skills. In 1996, he visited Arizona and decided to make it his home. He has never looked back. From 1996 to 1998 he was Deputy County Attorney for the Maricopa County, Major Crimes and Vehicular Crimes Bureau. During his tenure with the County Attorney’s Office he saw first-hand the impact...

Education Arizona State University (B.A.), Chapman University School of Law (J.D.) Expertise Brad Rideout is the lead attorney at Rideout Law Group in Scottsdale, Arizona. Specializing in Family Law, Criminal Defense Law, and Juvenile Law, Brad has built a solid reputation as a trusted Scottsdale attorney. Reputable media outlets such as AP News, The Washington Post, and ABC 15 have acknowledged his legal expertise, with further recognition from publications like In Touch Weekly and People magazine. After laying a foundational understanding of law at Arizona State University, Brad pursued advanced legal studies at Chapman University School of Law. Here, he sharpened his expertise, particularly...

Hallam Law Group is an experienced felony trial law firm with an outstanding history of working in criminal courtrooms throughout Arizona. Our law firm offers quality legal counsel in various areas of law including: assault, felony DUI, robbery, domestic violence, sexual abuse, felony shoplifting and many more. Hallam has steered through over a thousand criminal cases and some high-level felonies such as sex crimes, and homicides. Contact our skilled attorneys for a free consultation.

Given an AV® Preeminent™ rating by Martindale-Hubbell®, Attorney Joshua Davidson is an avid protector of the criminally accused in Phoenix, Arizona. As a member of the National College for DUI Defense, he is highly qualified in defending those accused of drunk driving. Attorney Joshua Davidson’s experience as a former prosecutor has enabled him to anticipate actions taken by the other side, and take that knowledge into account when creating solid case strategies on behalf of his clients.

Offering free case consultations, it is his desire to aggressively defend the rights of residents throughout Phoenix without causing a huge financial...

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....

Law Offices Michael E Ziton PC is a Trusted and Established Litigation Law Firm. Michael Ziton is a Practicing Member of the Arizona Bar for 25 Years. You Need a Winning Lawyer on Your Side. Michael Ziton is Nationally Recognized as a Top 100 Trial Lawyer in America.

Michael Ziton Lawyer admitted to the Arizona Bar in 1992. Michael Ziton established his criminal defense practice in 2001 to protect the rights of the accused. With more than 80 jury trials, Michael Ziton has tremendous experience in the courtroom. It is important to have an attorney that knows the...

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...

Tucson criminal defense Attorney Michael Pittman founded Your Arizona Lawyer with the goal of providing comprehensive legal advice and a professional ear for those who are facing stressful legal issues. He knows how important it is that all of his clients feel well taken care of, no matter what they are facing. In addition, his firm will never treat you are another number or offer a cookie cutter strategy. Your case isn’t one-sized-fits-all so you should never have a defense solution that isn’t tailored to your needs. Michael Pittman will do everything possible, including putting his considerable insights and experience...

I was a police officer and detective for 15 years before becoming a felony and DUI prosecutor. For several years I prosecuted both felony offenses and misdemeanor and aggravated DUI's with the Maricopa County Attorney's Office. I have been practicing exclusively criminal and DUI defense for the last fifteen years. During that time, I have successfully defended people charged with DUI, Aggravated DUI, marijuana and drug possession, marijuana and drug sales,domestic violence, robbery, burglary, sex offenses, weapons offenses, manslaughter and homicide. I have negotiated favorable resolutions, have fought to have cases dismissed and have conducted a...

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...

Myles Schneider became a licensed attorney in Arizona and Minnesota because of his undeniable will to fight for your case. He has proven this will to fight in proudly contributing to the United States of America by serving in the Army’s 82nd Airborne Division. After his time in the army, Myles followed his business intuition and attended the University of Illinois at Chicago where he secured a degree in corporate finance. However, during his devoted time at UIC, Myles attended and graduated from the ever so established Chicago Board of Trade Commodity Institute.
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Got a Ticket? Charged with DUI? Call Yako Law at (480) 426-8200 for a FREE Consultation. At Yako Law, we specialize in Traffic Ticket, DUI, & Felony defense throughout every county in Arizona. Yako Law provides each case with personalized attention and aggressive representation at an affordable rate and exceptional results. Regardless of how minuscule you might think a charge is, it’s essential to have an aggressive criminal defense attorney review your case. We focus specifically on cannabis law & licensing, handling speeding tickets, camera tickets, DUI, driving while intoxicated, driving with a suspended license, driving with no insurance, failure...

Richard is a Phoenix Criminal Defense attorney who practices all over the state of Arizona. As a former deputy public defender, Richard saw the need for affordable private representation from lawyers who are honest and regularly communicate with their clients.

Focused on Family, Probate, Bankruptcy & Debt, Business Law. Jonathan S. Collins received his undergraduate degree from Arizona State University and then his law degree from the University of Tulsa College of Law. He was a visiting student at the Arizona State University Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law for his last semester of law school. Jonathan has been a member, in good standing, of the State Bar of Arizona since 2003. He is also licensed to practice law before all Federal Courts of the State of Arizona. Jon has been a law clerk for a...

With over 15 years of proven legal service, Attorney David Moore believes all people deserve quality representation, no matter how severe their charges. Whether you were arrested for something as simple as marijuana possession or you face severe charges involving child sex abuse, Moore Advocacy Group is here for you. Mr. Moore has earned a reputation as a compassionate, capable Scottsdale criminal defense lawyer focused on fighting for his clients’ best possible outcomes. You do not have to face the charges on your own. Call Moore Advocacy Group today for a free consultation about your case.

Criminal attorney Virginia L. Crews has practiced law for well over a decade. An experienced trial attorney and Justice of the Peace pro tem, Ms. Crews has participated in an extensive variety of criminal trials, civil trials and appellate oral arguments. Additionally, given her educational background in Biology, has utilized her scientific training in a few very complex cases. She brings experience, efficiency and expertise as a Partner to the Law Offices of Shawn B. Hamp and their clients.

Mr. Thornley is a successful trial attorney in Phoenix Arizona. He spent years working for a large corporate defense firm. His current focus is representation of Commercial Creditor clients in recovering and mitigating loss on purchase agreements and lease contracts. Pursuing Counts of Replevin and domestication of foreign judgments when necessary. Mr. Thornley has also held an active Real Estate License since 2013. He has been party to millions in purchases and sales. He has extensive experience in real estate transactions and has the expertise to know where and when problems may arise. Mr. Thornley has earned a reputation for...