Law school was a process which I never want to think about again. The steps to becoming an attorney are painstaking and arduous. So am I wrong to celebrate the disbarment of former Maricopa County Attorney Andrew Thomas? Nah. Thomas … Continue reading →

Now that the dust has settled as the shocking revelations as to how the New Orleans Saints put bounties on opposing players to encourage serious injuries, serious scrutiny needs to be given as to whether Saints coaches and players committed … Continue reading →

In the wake of shocking allegations against former Penn State coach Jerry Sandusky, new issues of criminal liability have been raised against Coach Joe Paterno and other Penn State officials. It is alleged that Sandusky’s raping and sexually abusing a … Continue reading →

The recent sexual abuse scandal at Penn State, involving allegations that long time coach and defensive coordinator Jerry Sandusky abused, raped, and molested young boys came as a shock to people around Phoenix, Arizona and throughout the United States. But … Continue reading →

As a criminal defense attorney, the last place I ever want to see my clients is in prison. But with prison populations higher than ever, there are still a lot of misconceptions held by the general public. People convicted of … Continue reading →

Things didn’t go as planned for Warren Jeffs. Granted, he is a little bit “touched,” but his decision to represent himself on child sexual abuse and rape charges just landed him a life sentence in Texas’ big house. This morning … Continue reading →

After 15 years of practicing as a criminal defense attorney, I thought I’d seen it all. Enter Orlando Nembhard, charged with second degree murder, in a shooting death that occurred last winter in the parking lot of a club near … Continue reading →

If you are a resident of Phoenix, Arizona or the surrounding areas and have been charged with conspiracy, then you should seek legal counsel right away. A Phoenix criminal defense attorney with experience in defending against conspiracy charges can make … Continue reading →

At this time of year, this country celebrates its independence some 235 years ago. And with the birth of the United States came its Constitution; something that remains a pillar in the defense of criminal cases. Though the Fourth Amendment … Continue reading →

Arraignments are held in Superior Court.  At the arraignment, the court will enter a “not guilty” plea on your behalf and will ensure that you have an attorney representing you on your case.  The Court will also assign your case … Continue reading →