If you are facing federal investigation or prosecution, it is important to understand significant differences between the legal process in state and federal court proceedings. Generally speaking, the stakes are much higher if you have been charged with a federal crime. In addition, while penalties vary depending on the nature of the charge, defendants typically face harsher sentencing if convicted of federal crimes.
Almost every state-level crime has a federal counterpart. As such, our Chester County Federal Crimes Lawyer can help you with cases including:
If you are under investigation or a defendant facing a federal criminal charge, rest assured we are here to help you build a robust defense. Our focus is effectively handling your case while aggressively defending you in court. Depending on your situation, we may help to:
Along with possible jail time and harsh financial penalties, a criminal record can dramatically impact your personal life and future career opportunities. However, you are not in this battle alone.
You have the right to legal representation. You deserve a federal crimes defense lawyer with the determination, experience, and resolve to fight for the best possible outcome for your case. As such, we are here to do just that and provide additional benefits for our clients, including:
As your advocate, we act in your best interests and believe this begins by building a good relationship with our clients based on trust and accessibility. Open communication, honest counsel, strategy planning, and effective decision-making enable us to work together and present a strong defense. Further, if you have questions about your case, you can expect reliable and prompt responses via phone, email, text, or in-person meetings.
As a former criminal prosecutor, attorney David McKenzie is familiar with both sides of a criminal trial. The benefits of his experience with the police, prosecutors, and judges can help build your defense. In short, he knows what you are up against and how the other side thinks, making it easier to anticipate the prosecution’s strategy.
Our law firm focuses exclusively on criminal defense. As such, we believe this makes us better at what we do. We measure our success by your success and from the client and peer recognition for our quality of service, which includes:
As defense attorneys, our role is to try to clear or mitigate the charges in a case, not to determine whether a person is guilty or not. That responsibility rests with the prosecution, who must prove ‘beyond a reasonable doubt that an accused party is guilty. To support our clients and build a strong defense, we provide the following services:
We use our defense to seek the most favorable outcome for your situation. This can range from convincing a prosecutor their case will not stand up in court or negotiating better terms, reduced charges, or sentences for our clients inside and out of court.
Finding a defense attorney that best suits your needs can be challenging. Therefore, we would advise you to research a selection of attorneys who specialize in criminal defense and have experience handling cases involving the crime you are accused of committing. For example, we manage cases involving the following:
If you are approached or contacted by a federal agent for information regarding an investigation, it is important to consider the benefits of hiring legal representation. Keep in mind; you do not have to answer any questions or say anything and always have the right to consult with an attorney.
With early intervention from our lawyers, the best possible outcome if an investigation is underway and you have not been charged is getting those charges dropped or dismissed due to lack of sufficient evidence, for example. Otherwise, we can request all contact be initiated through us, saving you undue stress and involvement during this critical stage.
If you were arrested or are facing charges, we help you understand all of the possibilities in your case and provide a straightforward evaluation of your situation. While we fight for the best outcome for you, we do not make unrealistic promises we cannot keep. Instead, we strategize around the strong and weak points of your case, so you are fully aware and prepared for the legal process in cases involving:
McKenzie Law Firm, P.C. represents people from all walks of life under investigation or facing charges in felony crimes. To learn more about your legal position at no cost or obligation, call (610) 991-7219 today.
