Miami Criminal Defense Attorney

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Miami Criminal Defense Attorney
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Hiring A Miami Criminal Defense Lawyer

• The decision to hire a Miami criminal defense
  lawyer weighs heavily on the minds of hundreds
  facing criminal charges. Many defendants believe
  they can go the route of self-representation when
  facing jail time. Despite the idea that criminal
  law, and its subtle nuances, are for everyone's
  professional consumption by reading law books,
  many find that practical application, long-term
  experience and knowledge of the nuances that can
  change a case's outcome are valuable knowledge
  points in the criminal judicial system. Making
  the decision to hire a Miami criminal defense
  lawyer requires that you perform extensive
  research into your case's specifics and choose
  wisely if a sentence is mandatory or highly
  likely.

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Do I Need A Miami Criminal Defense Lawyer?

•  Hiring a Miami criminal defense lawyer delivers
  the legal protection required to manage your
  legal situation in the best possible way. While
  many defendants believe they can interpret and
  apply the law on their own, working with a
  criminal defense attorney ensures you get the
  best representation possible--and estimates say
  that under one percent of the population choose
  self-representation.
• The criminal law books provide a wealth of
  information regarding laws, punishments and
  courtroom procedures, but they do not offer the
  knowledge or insight required to navigate the
  infinite factors that determine the course of a
  case. For example, a state's prosecution has the
  authority to change the course of what seems to
  be a by-the-book case. The prosecution can, and
  has, recast the particulars of a crime in a
  different light and requested substantially more
  prison time. Furthermore, sentence negotiations
  can lead to less or more time, depending on the
  situation. In addition, some cases are influenced
  by the community or media and oftentimes result
  in sentences that lean outside the "recommended"
  punishment found in the books. In these
  situations, you need an attorney who understands
  how Miami's court system works, the pressures
  common to the community and the ins and outs of
  the law.

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How Much Will My Criminal Defense Cost?

• Multiple factors determine the total cost of a
  criminal defense lawyer and a federal criminal
  defense attorney can cost more due to the
  complexity of the case and the penalties
  associated with violating federal regulations. In
  addition, an attorney's experience working on
  your type of case plays a role in pricing. There
  exist no standard legal fees for criminal cases,
  although Consumer Reports reveals that the
  average criminal case costs roughly 1,500.
• Keep in mind that the cases cited in Consumer
  Reports were for cases that only required one
  court appearance, which means that deeply
  involved cases cost more and many cost 1,000 and
  up for each day spent in court. Lawyers who
  charge hourly are beneficial for defendants who
  have cases that end quickly, although hourly fees
  can rack up fast if the case is prolonged.
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• Attorneys fees include a wide range of items.
  Document copying, subpoenas and motions, to name
  a few, each cost a specified amount.
  Consequently, the complexity of the case has a
  significant influence on total cost.

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Finding a Miami Criminal Defense Lawyer

• Finding a defense lawyer requires diligence in
  research and patience. Defendants should not just
  select the first attorney they come across during
  the search. While getting representation quickly
  can influence the longevity of your case,
  choosing the first attorney you encounter can
  have negative consequences.
• Try speaking with someone who has had the same
  legal problem. Research an attorney's average
  outcome for cases similar to yours. Visit online
  websites to read about a lawyer's experience and
  perhaps locate people who report positive
  experiences with a short list of attorneys.
  Finding a professional, courteous and effective
  Miami criminal defense lawyers only takes some
  research and investigation.

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Miami Criminal Defense Lawyer

• The team at Paul J. Donnelley, P.A. is
  experienced attorney in Miami handling both state
  and federal criminal defense. White collar crime
  lawyers all of South Florida.

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Contact Us

• Address
• Law Office of Paul J. Donnelly, P.A.
• 8101 Biscayne Boulevard Suite 311
• Miami, FL 33138
• Phone
• [phone]
• Website
• www.criminalattorneymiami.net