With many decades of combined legal experience, the Flagstaff criminal defense attorneys at AZ Defenders include former state, county, and city prosecutors—including one with felony prosecution trial experience—who have successfully represented thousands of people in Northern Arizona, including Flagstaff residents. 

Our highly motivated and dedicated legal counsel are ready to use their extensive investigative abilities and comprehensive trial litigation experience to fight for your best interests.Our office is available to take your call at any time, any day of the week, at (480) 456-6400. You can also use our online contact form to reach a Flagstaff criminal defense attorney near you and schedule a free consultation.

Experienced Representation & Personalized Service

Choosing an experienced criminal defense lawyer in Flagstaff is essential to pursuing a positive outcome for your case. Our team of Flagstaff criminal attorneys are well-respected members of the Arizona legal community.

Our founding attorney, Craig Rosenstein, is the former president and current member of the Arizona Attorneys for Criminal Justice as well as a board-certified DUI law specialist. Our managing attorney Jonathan Goebel is also a board-certified DUI law specialist, giving AZ Defenders two of the only five board-certified DUI law specialists in all of Arizona.

In addition, we have three attorneys—Vicki Lopez, Rachelle Ferraro, and Craig Penrod—who are board-certified criminal law specialists, a designation held by fewer than 1% of lawyers in Arizona.

Is It Worth It to Hire a Criminal Defense Attorney?

When you are facing criminal charges, hiring an experienced attorney can be one of the most important decisions of your life. A qualified Flagstaff criminal defense attorney does more than represent you in court—they protect your constitutional rights, evaluate the specific case against you, and fight to achieve the best possible outcome.

While public defenders serve an important role in the justice system, they often carry heavy caseloads that limit the time they can devote to each case. When you hire a private criminal defense attorney from AZ Defenders, you gain an advocate who can work closely with you, conduct a thorough investigation, and build a defense tailored to your circumstances. An experienced attorney can also identify violations of your rights that may lead to reduced charges or a dismissal.

At AZ Defenders, our legal team helps clients make informed decisions at every stage of their case. We fight hard to protect your best interests from start to finish.

Defending a Broad Spectrum of Criminal Charges in Flagstaff

AZ Defenders’ strong legal team serves clients facing a range of charges in Northern Arizona. Here is a representative listing of types of criminal cases we have defended for our clients:

What You Can Expect From Our Criminal Defense Law Firm

At AZ Defenders’ Flagstaff law office, we understand that facing criminal charges and the potentially serious consequences can be unsettling and frustrating. When you hire us, our skilled criminal defense attorneys will handle every detail of your defense. When AZ Defenders is representing you, you can expect:

  • Direct access to your Flagstaff criminal defense lawyer with white-glove service and personal attention you deserve.
  • A thorough, in-depth review of the case against you to identify the areas of weakness that can be exploited for your defense.
  • Access to critical resources, including forensic investigators, private crime scene investigators, and other professional resources to present evidence to counter testimony from the prosecution’s expert witnesses.
  • A full review of laboratory results, lab processes, past and current lab procedure violations, or errors in the chain of custody of evidence.
  • A review of police conduct to identify rights violations and misconduct.
  • Contacting and interviewing witnesses to support your defense.

A good criminal defense attorney should also send you a copy of the discovery so you can review the evidence yourself. Our attorneys draft all relevant documents, obtain discovery, and complete a thorough case investigation and legal analysis. Open communication, competence, and professionalism are traits you should expect from any criminal defense law firm.

The Flagstaff attorneys and staff at AZ Defenders take their duty to the clients they represent very seriously and treat all clients facing criminal charges with respect and compassion. 

Call our Flagstaff criminal defense attorneys today if you are facing criminal charges or are currently under investigation in a criminal case. Never agree to an interview with law enforcement without speaking with an experienced attorney.

Building a Strong Attorney-Client Relationship

A successful defense starts with a strong attorney-client relationship. At AZ Defenders, we work closely with every client to understand their unique situation, answer their questions, and keep them informed throughout the legal process. Your attorney will return your calls, provide regular updates, and ensure you can make informed decisions about your case.

We believe a law firm’s reputation is built on how it treats its clients. That is why our Flagstaff criminal defense attorneys offer personalized attention, proactive communication, and clear fee structures from the very first free consultation. Whether you are dealing with a minor legal issue or facing serious criminal charges, you can expect our firm to treat your matter with the dedication it deserves.

Contact a Premier Flagstaff Criminal Defense Lawyer to Protect Your Legal Rights

If you or someone you love has been accused or charged with a crime, contact our Flagstaff criminal defense lawyers at AZ Defenders for a free consultation today. Your legal services will be in the hands of experienced trial lawyers who you can trust to fight hard on your behalf from start to finish.

Call our criminal defense team today at (480) 456-6400. Or, if you prefer, contact us online to discuss your specific case circumstances with an experienced criminal defense attorney.

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