A conviction on even a misdemeanor charge can have serious consequences: prison or jail, fines, and probation are only some of the penalties involved in a criminal matter. When the felony or misdemeanor involves a sex crime, white collar crime, crime of domestic violence, violent crime, or a weapons charge, the penalties can be very severe.
People facing serious criminal charges need experienced, aggressive and specialized representation. At The Law Offices of Howard A. Snader, I provide expert defense for clients in the Phoenix area and throughout Arizona.
Criminal Defense Lawyer in Phoenix
Before becoming a Phoenix criminal defense attorney, I served as a deputy county attorney for Maricopa County. My work as a prosecutor taught me how the government prepares its investigations and prepares for both trials and plea negotiations. Working as a felony prosecutor I learned how to defend cases, especially weak cases. Since 1989, I have limited my specialized practice to criminal law. I have and will continue to use what I learned as a government attorney to help my clients.
For personal attention and experienced criminal law representation from a board-certified criminal defense expert in the Phoenix area, contact The Law Office of Howard A. Snader. Call 480-559-8218 for a phone consultation today.
A Criminal Law Specialist
Since 1995, Arizona's Board of Legal Specialization has recognized my expertise and accomplishment as a criminal defense lawyer by certifying me as an expert and criminal law specialist. As of 2011, I am one of approximately 100 attorneys in Arizona specifically certified as an expert in criminal law. When I first became certified as an expert in criminal law, my application required that I prove the following:
• Be licensed to practice law for at least 5 years (7 years for criminal certification)
• Have 4 years of practice in the specialty field
• Devote the equivalent of 50% of a full-time law practice in the specialty field
• Handle a specific number of cases in the specialty field
• Demonstrate integrity, professionalism and a high degree of competence in the specialty field
• Receive favorable peer review from attorneys, judges or other professionals in the specialty field
• Pass a written examination
The application, test, and peer review took 18 months. My certification must be renewed every 5 years.
To date, I have personally defended thousands of clients. I have litigated approximately 100 jury trials. I have successfully defended thousands of clients in all criminal cases from minor misdemeanors to homicide. My specialized criminal defense practice includes defending clients charged with felonies and misdemeanors including, but not limited, to the following:
- Domestic violence
- Drug crimes
- Assault and aggravated assault
- Sex crimes
- Sexual exploitation of a minor
- DUI (drunk driving)
- Theft and burglary
- Dangerous and violent crimes
- Other criminal offenses
When the stakes are high, people facing serious criminal charges deserve the very best defense possible. As a board-certified expert in criminal law, I have a successful record as a Phoenix criminal defense lawyer and I will put my experience to work for you.
Contact a Phoenix Criminal Defense Attorney Today
Call 480-559-8218 or contact me online for an initial consultation to discuss your criminal law matter.
