3 Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Washington, DC

“David Benowitz has dedicated 28 years of experience to representing clients and focusing on thorough and vigorous advocacy. He completed his J.D. at The George Washington University Law School and his B.A. at the University of Pennsylvania. David Benowitz is a Board-Certified Criminal Trial Advocate by the National Board of Trial Advocacy. David Benowitz is committed to providing the highest level of service at affordable prices. He is also skilled in handling warrants and traffic cases, such as charges for speeding tickets and reckless driving. He serves as a faculty member at Harvard Law School’s Trial Advocacy Workshop and Georgetown Law School’s NITA Building Trial Skills Seminar. He has also been featured on national television discussing high-profile cases. David Benowitz is a well-experienced lawyer with a successful track record of fighting for his clients.”

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“Christopher J. Mutimer earned his undergraduate degree at American University and graduated Magna Cum Laude. He completed his Juris Doctor at the Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law. Mutimer has extensive experience handling numerous jury trials and bench trials in the District of Columbia. He has managed many criminal cases, including minor crimes, serious crimes, and DUI cases. Christopher J. Mutimer specializes in criminal defense, handling cases ranging from misdemeanors and felonies to DUI/DWI offenses and civil protection orders. His practice also extends to federal criminal law and grand jury witness representation. Mutimer is known for his aggressive advocacy and deep commitment to his clients. At Scrofano Law, he and his team are dedicated to achieving a favorable outcome in every case they handle and will work tirelessly until your case reaches a positive resolution.”

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“Sweta Patel is a criminal defense attorney and partner at Bruckheim & Patel, LLC. She earned her Juris Doctor from St. Thomas University School of Law in Miami, Florida, and began her legal career as an assistant public defender in Florida. She specializes in criminal defense, DUI/DWI, and family law. Her extensive experience includes representing clients in complex cases involving serious felonies such as attempted murder, sexual assault, gun possession, drug trafficking, burglary, robbery, and DUI/DWI offenses. Sweta has conducted over 200 depositions, filed more than 500 motions, and handled countless hearings. She has also secured the dismissal of over 400 cases through thorough mitigation, motion practice, or aggressive and skillful litigation at trial. She has managed over 5,000 cases from arraignment through appeal when necessary. Bruckheim & Patel’s experienced litigators offer a unique perspective on each case. They provide free consultations and high-quality legal representation.”

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