St. Louis Criminal Defense Attorney
Experience ▪ Knowledge ▪ Reputation
At the Saint Louis office of Craig Lawton Kessler, Attorney at Law, we have 25 years of experience providing aggressive criminal defense for clients facing a variety of charges, from DWI/DUI to serious felonies across Missouri.
With extensive jury trial experience and positive results in seventy-five percent of our cases, we know what it takes to get the best results possible for clients in the courtroom and in pre-trial negotiations with prosecutors.
Our Clients Are A Testament To Our Success
We are well known for our courtroom success.
We number among our clients employees in the criminal justice system that have run afoul of the law, such as police officers, sheriffs and court clerks. We are trusted by people within the system to represent them when they are in trouble.
We represent clients charged with offenses including:
- Drug offenses (marijuana or cocaine possession, manufacture, transportation and distribution)
- Property crimes (Theft, burglary, armed robbery)
- Racketeering
- Fraud
- Embezzlement
- Extortion
- Violent crimes (Murder, homicide, manslaughter)
- Weapons charges
- Sex crimes
- Internet crimes
- Post conviction offenses (Parole violations and probation violations)
First things, first.
Those charged with criminal offenses can face severe penalties, such as jail time, heavy fines, and a permanent criminal record.
If you have been incarcerated, our first step is to arrange for your release from custody, if possible. We have helped thousands of people through this process.
Our next step is to develop a winning criminal defense strategy for you. Sometimes, that means working out a favorable arrangement with the authorities. For others, it means a trial and an all out fight to protect your civil rights.
Whenever possible, we try to obtain S.I.S. or Suspended Imposition of Sentence in connection with both criminal misdemeanor and felony cases. This situation typically has the defendant being placed on probation, usually with particular conditions.
S.I.S. is generally the best type of disposition a defendant can hope for in a criminal case -short of the matter's outright dismissal. The practical effect of S.I.S. in a felony case is that the matter becomes closed to future employers, unless the defendant is going to work in child care or with the elderly.
When your freedom is at stake it is important to choose a lawyer with the experience and knowledge to handle your case. For experienced, aggressive criminal defense counsel in Missouri or Arizona, contact Craig Lawton Kessler, Attorney at Law, to schedule a free, initial consultation.
Craig Lawton Kessler, Attorney at Law
103 South Meramec Avenue
St. Louis, MO 63105-1711
Phone: 314-725-0700
Fax: 314-725-4603
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