Why a Criminal Attorney?

Tempe Criminal Defense Attorney

When facing criminal charges, a primary question will be whether to hire a criminal attorney. Making this decision can be difficult, particularly if you do not have the full information about the gravity of your charges, what you're up against and what can be done to challenge these. Fortunately, a Tempe criminal attorney can answer your questions and address your concerns. Talking to a lawyer is an important step to take in these situations, as you will need to get more information in order to make the right decision for your particular legal matter.

It's never too early to talk to an attorney about your criminal charges, your arrest or a criminal investigation that is currently being conducted with you as a suspect. In any of these situations, a criminal attorney with experience in this field can review the matter to determine how to best protect your legal rights and avoid an escalation of the matter into a conviction and therefore serious penalties.

Help With Your Criminal Matter in Tempe

The appeal of a plea bargain may be great. You may feel that there is too much evidence against you for you to even have a glimmer of hope in avoiding a conviction, and in an attempt to avoid maximum penalties you may be tempted to accept a plea bargain offered by the prosecuting attorney. As a former prosecutor himself, James Novak understands how to assist clients in the face of serious criminal charges that seem to have only a negative outcome. He understands what the prosecution is after and how to conduct successful negotiations or aggressively defend his clients' rights in criminal court. By offering you honest, straightforward advice that applies to your particular situation, Mr. Novak can use his combined skill and experience as a Tempe criminal attorney and former prosecutor to help.

To learn more about what our law firm can do to help you, contact a Tempe criminal attorney at our offices today.