Questions people ask us first

You can be polite and still decline to answer questions. Say that you want to speak with a lawyer, then stop talking. Anything you say can be used in the case, including what you say to explain.

We meet in our office or by video. We go through the charging papers, ask what happened, and tell you what we see: the next court dates, the risks, and the choices you'll have.

We quote a fee in writing after the first meeting, based on the charge and the court. The quote says what it covers and what it doesn't, such as expert witnesses or a trial.

For some dates, yes. For others we may be able to appear for you. We tell you which dates need you, and one of us is there for all of them.

Call us. We can find out where they're held, when the bail hearing is and what's needed for release. Ask them not to talk about the case on jail phones; those calls are recorded.

Often. Many dismissed charges, acquittals and some convictions can be removed from public court records after a waiting period. Bring what you have, even an old case number.

Yes. Daniel Osei handles our federal investigations and charges.

Elena Marquez does, and can meet with you and your family in Spanish.