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Tuesday, January 20, 2015

Finding the Best DUI Attorneys

Many people have experienced driving under the influence by having a few drinks at a party and getting into the car to head home thinking that they’re perfectly capable of getting there. When you're stopped by a police officer on the road and under the influence of alcohol, it doesn't matter if you're still perfectly fine to drive, once the cop knows you've had a few, you're in trouble.

When trouble peeks around the corner you need to find the best DUI attorney you can to avoid a hefty fine or jail time, but it's not as easy as looking a firm up online! Here are some helpful tips.

1.       Don't take the lawyer's claim for their competence - any lawyer or attorney can make that claim. They've studied the law, of course they're competent! Competently doesn't always mean they are specialized, and that's what you want.

2.      Check the attorneys record & references.  The first place to start is the State Bar of California. There you can enter in the name of any attorney and find out how long they have been practicing, and if they have any negative marks on their record.  Another place to look is Avvo.com.  Avvo is a main source online for people looking for reviews of attorneys.

3.      Make sure that the attorney you're looking to hire has the knowledge of the methods police officers use to test for drunk driving. You want them to understand every step and procedure, not just the basics! You also want to make sure they're familiar with devices that some police officers use in the field as your defense could depend on it.

4.      Any DUI attorney you seek should be familiar with the testing performed by the laboratories to determine your blood alcohol content (a measure of how 'drunk' you are). Otherwise, they're not the right attorney.

5.      In the end, just remember that NO attorney can promise you a specific result.  A criminal lawyer might tell you that they know exactly how the case is going to go the first time you two meet but that is impossible. What a good DUI attorney will be able to do however, is tell you on what they think your most likely outcome will be, and how they plan on getting that to happen. 

Sometimes we get into unwanted and unwarranted trouble so if you've been accused of driving under the influence (DUI or DWI) it might be time to look into hiring a DUI attorney for your defense. The attorneys at Netzah & Shem-Tov  will promise that they'll fight for you until all options have been exhausted. 

Contact us today to learn more about how we can help you on your DUI or DWI 818-995-4200.


Tuesday, January 6, 2015

A Guide to Finding a Good Criminal Lawyer

Finding a good criminal lawyer is imperative, no matter how innocent you may be. While it may be easy to plead your case in day-to-day life, the law is not so flexible . . . and it's far more complicated.  No matter how well you might be able to reason your story and show your innocence in a situation where a criminal charge is leveled against you, it might not matter. The lawyer will be able to do far more than you in a court of law, and you will be better off if you remain quiet and allow the attorney to represent you.
 

Get a Criminal Lawyer
Don't go alone. Find yourself a criminal lawyer who can teach you some of the language that is used in court, but remember that their livelihood is dependent on arguing in a way that cannot be refuted. They know the words and how to use them far better than you might. A good lawyer might save you from time in jail or heavy fines. From a black mark on your record or house arrest, they want to win the case, and they want to win it for you.
 
While you need their help, they can't do it without your active presence. There's a process of give-and-take that happens in the courtroom, and you can't choke up in the middle of the court. You don't want to stammer; it makes it look like you're lying! Any criminal lawyer needs you to be calm, consistent and as much at peace with yourself as you can be.

 
Finding One
If only it were as easy as picking a name out of a hat, but it isn't. Your reputation, your future and your life are at stake! You don't want to risk everything you have by going for the first name that pops in front of your name. You need to be smart about it.

 
Make sure that the lawyer you find actually cares about your case. You don't want a lawyer who's just going through the motions; you want them as invested in proving your innocence as you are! If a lawyer is concerned - and a good criminal lawyer will be - then they'll take the time to learn about you, to dig under the surface and see who you are as a person. As their client, you need to trust your lawyer in every way and throughout every step of the process.
 
Reputation Is Important
Don't be afraid to judge a lawyer on their reputation. There are countless law firms out there which produce solid lawyers ready to defend your rights in a court of law and make sure you are treated the way you deserve. Make sure to look within your state as you don't want to find the perfect lawyer only to discover they're far away. Also, a lawyer in your state will know the federal laws involved in helping you prove your innocence in court. There are countless sites out there to check up on attorneys.  The first place to start is the State Bar of California. There you can enter in the attorney and find out how long they have been practicing, and if they have any negative marks on their record.  Another place to look is Avvo.com.  Avvo is a main source for people looking for reviews of attorneys.
 
In the end, just remember that NO attorney can promise you a specific result.  The attorneys at  Netzah & Shem-Tov however, can promise that they'll fight for you until all options have been exhausted. Contact them today to learn more about representation on your criminal law case 818-995-4200. www.netshemlaw.com