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A criminal defense lawyer specializes in criminal law and fighting for your freedom while also protecting your constitutional rights when you are accused of a crime. They help you to understand the legal process while working to get your case dismissed, an acquittal at trial, or a favorable plea bargain.
Hiring a criminal defense lawyer is one of the most important things you can do when you are accused of a crime. Hiring a knowledgeable lawyer with experience winning criminal cases in a courtroom can result in your freedom or receiving a reduced sentence. Criminal defense lawyer Lauren Wimmer has extensive experience in the courtroom defending those who have been charged with misdemeanors and felonies. She has years of experience in the criminal justice system and will work to get charges reduced, block evidence, keep you out of jail while awaiting trial, and beat your case.
There are several benefits to hiring a criminal defense lawyer. First and foremost, you can ensure that someone is on your side fighting to protect your Constitutional rights to a fair trial. Additionally, hiring a criminal defense lawyer of your choice allows you to work with someone who will meet your needs. You may prefer to hire a solo practitioner or someone who works in a small-sized firm that has time to focus on your case without having to handle multiple other cases. Conversely, you might choose to hire a medium-sized firm that specializes in criminal law and has extensive resources to fight your case.
It is also advantageous to hire a criminal defense attorney with experience in the courthouse where your case is pending. While it is true that all courts in Pennsylvania must adhere to the same state laws, there are local rules that may differ for courts in different areas of the state. Lawyers in the area also know prosecutors and law enforcement and will have knowledge of strategies and the way they are in court. When you are accused of a crime in Philadelphia, you should hire a Philadelphia criminal defense lawyer who is familiar with local rules and procedures.
Putting in the time and effort to find a great criminal defense attorney will help put you in the best possible light when you are in front of the judge. Finding the right lawyer can seem like an intimidating task, especially while dealing with the stress of knowing the importance of doing so. However, beginning with a simple online search can jumpstart your defense.
To begin the process of finding a criminal defense lawyer in Philadelphia, you should turn to the internet. A simple search such as “Philly criminal defense lawyer” will return ads and websites for lawyers and firms that specialize in criminal law. Additionally, the Pennsylvania Bar Association and the Philadelphia Bar Association provide ample information on criminal defense lawyers in the area. The Philadelphia Bar Association website provides referral services in which you enter your zip code, the type of issue for which you need assistance, your contact information, and the option to have an attorney contact you. The Pennsylvania Bar Association website similarly allows you to enter contact information for a lawyer referral.
Aside from the internet, personal connections could be useful to you. Someone you know may be working for a lawyer or may have worked for a lawyer previously. They could recommend an experienced criminal defense lawyer even if they worked in a different area of law.
When you first contact a criminal defense lawyer, you will likely schedule your initial consultation. During this consultation, the lawyer will review the facts of your case and the charges and determine whether they will take the case. While the lawyer is evaluating you and your case, you should come to the meeting prepared to do the same. Adequate preparation ensures you are making the right decision in hiring or not hiring an attorney.
Before your initial consultation, you should list the questions you have about your case and the lawyer’s background that makes him or her qualified to take your case. Additionally, it is important to understand what the fees are for the lawyer’s services and how you can pay. Some other important questions to ask the lawyer who may represent you include:
Something else to consider is your comfort with the lawyer. While a lawyer may have glowing reviews and multiple recommendations, your case is more likely to be successful if you are working with someone with whom you feel comfortable being open and honest. You should trust your attorney with your information, and your attorney should trust that you will not withhold information. Your lawyer should include you in every decision and ask for your opinion and concerns throughout the entire process. Additionally, your lawyer should help to explain the process in a way that makes it easy for you to understand. A lack of trust in your lawyer's abilities or a lack of consideration for you as a person and not just another case will hinder the fight against your case.
If you’ve been arrested or charged with a crime in Philadelphia, do not wait to contact a criminal defense lawyer. Attorney Lauren A. Wimmer has experience representing those that have been charged with felonies and misdemeanors in Philadelphia. Through her years as a judicial law clerk in the Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas, Criminal Trial Division, Lauren A. Wimmer has developed an understanding of the criminal justice system and the strategies and tactics prosecutors may employ to send you to jail. Her knowledge of criminal law and desire to protect your rights and fight for your freedom makes her an advocate you want in your corner when you’ve been accused of a crime.
If you need a criminal defense lawyer you can trust, schedule your consultation by calling 215-712-1212 or visiting our website today.
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