Criminal Law
A criminal charge is the most serious legal problem an individual can face. It is a threat to liberty, reputation, and employability. Firm attorneys defend our clients with the skill, experience, and the passionate focus called for by this unique danger. We have won not-guilty verdicts for clients facing all manner of accusations in both the state and federal courts, from embezzlement and rape to currency smuggling and attempted murder. Likewise, firm attorneys have assisted clients in avoiding criminal charges, and in obtaining reduction in charges or penalties. Whatever the situation confronting a client, firm attorneys work to indentify and then achieve the best and most appropriate resolution. Firm attorneys have defended clients against the following charges:
- Operating Under the Influence of Intoxicating Alcohol (Drunk Driving)
- Larceny/Theft
- Embezzlement
- Currency smuggling
- Fraud
- Assault
- Battery
- Firearms Possession
- Possession or Distribution of Narcotics
- Rape/Attempted rape
- “Date Rape”
- Indecent Assault and Battery
- Armed Assault/Robbery
- Kidnapping
- Manslaughter
- Murder or Attempted Murder
Practice Group Chair: Edward W. Wayland, ewayland@pkjlaw.com
