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A Certified Criminal Law Specialist With More Than 30 Years of Experience

If you have been arrested or are under investigation for a crime, you may feel overwhelmed with uncertainty. What is going to happen next? How long will you have to live with this stress? How much will your defense cost? How is your life going to change?

At the criminal defense law firm of Mesirow & Fink in San Jose, California, defense lawyer Charles Mesirow can ease your anxiety and answer your questions in a free, confidential consultation. Whether this is your first drunk driving offense or you are facing a third strike for a violent crime, we can help. We handle virtually all misdemeanor and felony cases in state or federal court. Contact our San Jose law office now.

After an arrest, time is of the essence. Early intervention by an experienced attorney could change the course of your case and might even result in getting your charges dropped or reduced. A defense attorney may be able to save your driver's license or protect your professional license. Your defense attorney will always work to minimize the negative consequences of a conviction for a drug crime, sex crime, assault, or theft charge.

The experience and ability of your criminal defense attorney can have a direct bearing on the outcome of your case. Mr. Mesirow has been certified in criminal law by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization since 1977. A former senior prosecutor for the Santa Clara County District Attorney's Office, he has more than 35 years of experience handling felony and misdemeanor cases in California. You can feel confident that your case is being handled thoroughly, aggressively and appropriately.

Direction When You Don't Know Where to Turn

Few people understand how the criminal justice system works or know all of their legal rights. We carefully explain every step to you, including your options. Then together we will develop a strategy geared toward minimizing possible negative consequences such as jail time, loss of employment, sex offender registration, or loss of immigration status.

Contact a Criminal Defense Attorney at Mesirow & Fink