Experience that Matters

Santa Ana Criminal Attorney

When you are fighting criminal charges, the level of skill possessed by your Santa Ana criminal defense lawyer can mean the difference between a prison sentence and your freedom. It is crucial you are represented by a legal team with the experience necessary to effectively defend you in the face of even the most aggressive prosecution. Mr. Schaffer's background as the Senior Orange County Deputy District Attorney has given him an unparalleled command of criminal law and criminal defense. This also allows us the unique insight necessary to predict the actions of the prosecution and prepare your case accordingly.

Our founding attorney's nearly two decades in the District Attorney's Office has also allowed him to develop relationships and build a reputation with all District Attorney and Orange County Superior Court staff. This also broadens our ability to know the best approach to your particular case and allow us more opportunity to effectively negotiate vital issues of your case, such as reduced charges or penalties. The extensive trial experience that came out of this period in relation to serious cases, special circumstance cases, third strike cases and the gamut of criminal charges is invaluable for our client's defense.

Defending You Against Criminal Charges

Our founder's experience includes instructing police officers and other District Attorneys of the Orange County Gang Investigator's Association (2011) in how to qualify a gang. He trained Deputy DAs in all aspects of trial practice, evidence, voir dire, direct and cross examination, opening and closing and more. Many of his cases have been high profile cases and have led his impressive legal efforts to gain media attention. When you are fighting for your future, you deserve to have this level of expertise on your side.

Contact a Santa Ana criminal defense lawyer with the experience necessary to offer you the best defense when you are facing criminal charges.