Why You Should Hire a Private Defense Attorney
Posted on Aug 17, 2015 3:22pm PDT
By law, you do have the right to retain legal counsel if you have been
accused of a
crime. If you are unable to afford a private defense lawyer, you may be entitled
to a public defender by the court. For those that are unsure of how to
seek an attorney or believe that all legal representation is made equal,
the use of a public defender may not raise any eyebrows. When your legal
rights are on the line, you need to be positive that you are using every
weapon in your arsenal for your freedom- and this means hiring a lawyer
that you know is dedicated to your case, no matter what the cost.
Benefits of Private Defense Lawyers
Public defenders serve an invaluable role in the criminal justice system.
Everyone deserves important criminal defense, and public defenders are
able to ensure that those unable to afford an attorney maintain this legal
right. However, working as a public defender means that there are some
important limitations that a private criminal defense lawyer may not have
to deal with, and this can make a drastic difference in the outcome of
your case.
Public defenders:
- Carry a large case load that reduces the amount of time they spend on each client
- May be unable to meet with their client before court due to their hectic schedule
- Are only able to help you with your criminal case, not any other legal concerns
- Are assigned to your case and you must use the one appointed to you
Quite simply, retaining private defense is one of the best ways you can
ensure the best possible outcome for your case. When you work with Longwell
Lawyers, you know that you have dedicated defense from the beginning to
the end, with a large wealth of resources that we can use to help reduce
or eliminate the charges you may be facing. Additionally, we are committed
to providing your case with the care and attention that it needs to be
successful, working with you the entire time. Take advantage of our law
firm by speaking with our team in a free consultation.