‍‍The preliminary hearing is a vital opportunity to challenge the prosecution’s evidence. The firm uses this stage to test witness credibility, uncover flawed police work, and force the government to show its hand. A well-prepared preliminary hearing may result in cases being dismissed or charges reduced long before trial. The firm brings courtroom experience and strategic questioning to every hearing, treating it not as a formality but as a crucial part of your defense. The firm's approach helps clients understand the strength of the case against them and creates early leverage in negotiating or preparing for trial.

‍You should never be tried twice for the same offense. The firm vigilantly monitors cases for double jeopardy violations and files motions to prevent re-prosecution. Whether charges are refiled after dismissal or arise from the same set of facts, the firm protects your rights under the U.S. Constitution and D.C. laws. We also advise clients during plea negotiations and trial strategy to preserve double jeopardy protections for any future legal proceedings.

‍‍Pretrial motions are powerful tools that shape your defense. The firm files motions to suppress evidence, dismiss charges, compel discovery, and assert constitutional violations. These motions can cripple the prosecution’s case or win it before it starts. The firm can identify legal weaknesses and aggressively litigating them to protect your rights and narrow the issues at trial.

‍‍The firm demands full transparency from the prosecution. The firm aggressively pursues discovery, which is the evidence the government plans to use against you, and challenges any failure to turn over critical information. Whether it’s bodycam footage, lab reports, or witness statements, the firm ensures your defense is never blindsided. The firm also files pretrial motions to suppress illegally obtained evidence, dismiss improper charges, and expose constitutional violations. These pretrial strategies often shape the outcome of a case. You’ll have a legal advocate who knows how to use the pretrial process to your advantage.

‍Not every case goes to trial, but every plea deal must be approached with precision. The firm advises clients on the risks and benefits of every plea offer, ensuring they fully understand their rights and options. The firm negotiates from a position of strength, built on deep case investigation and legal analysis. If a guilty plea is in your best interest, the firm fights for favorable terms such as reduced charges, alternative sentencing, or treatment-based diversion. If the deal isn’t right, we’re always ready to go to trial.

‍‍Being tried alongside co-defendants or on multiple charges can be unfair. The firm fights to sever cases when joinder would prejudice your defense. The firm will argue for separate trials and use joint proceedings strategically. The firm will protect your right to a fair trial by ensuring the courtroom isn't stacked against you from the start.

The firm treats every trial as a battle for your freedom. The firm knows how to pick juries, cross-examine witnesses, and deliver compelling closing arguments. The firm personally crafts each defense strategy to the facts, the law, and the jury. Whether the charge is a misdemeanor or a serious felony, you’ll have a defense with courtroom grit.

‍‍Jury instructions frame how jurors interpret your case. The firm advocates for instructions that clearly state the government’s burden, your presumption of innocence, and every available defense. Improper instructions can lead to wrongful convictions. The firm fights to ensure the jury hears only accurate, fair, and balanced guidance. When necessary, the firm preserves objections to fight on appeal if your rights were misrepresented.

‍‍A conviction does not mean the fight is over. At sentencing, the firm advocates for leniency through powerful mitigation evidence, expert testimony, and persuasive arguments tailored to your personal history. The firm pushes for alternatives to incarceration whenever possible, including probation, treatment, community service, or diversion programs. The firm humanizes clients in the eyes of the court and use every legal tool to reduce or avoid time behind bars.