Powerful, aggressive advocates for you.

As one of the premier criminal defense firms in the St. Louis area, we are known for zealously and aggressively representing our clients’ interests in federal, state and local courts. We guide our clients and their families through the torturous criminal court process; advise them so they can make smart, informed decisions along the way; and vigorously fight for them to get the best possible resolution to their case.

If you are being investigated for a crime, have criminal charges pending, or are in need of assistance with post-conviction matters like appeals or probation revocations, we can help. Initial consultations are free.

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What We Do

  • Federal crimes and investigations

  • Missouri and Illinois state felony, probation, juvenile, and misdemeanor prosecutions

  • State and federal appeals

  • Municipal offenses, including DUI/DWI and traffic

  • Criminal record expungements

“I recommend their services to anyone in need of a good attorney, the team that they have is amazing and works very hard to get the job done. Thanks to them I can have my freedom and take care of my family.”

— Gerald L.