Criminal Defense Attorney
New Jersey ▪ New York ▪ Washington, D.C.
The Law Offices of David T. Schlendorf handles a full array of criminal cases involving matters such as those listed below. Contact the law firm by phone or e-mail to schedule a consultation with an experienced lawyer regarding your legal rights, your options and the most promising route to a fair and favorable outcome.
- Federal felonies: Your liberty is in jeopardy if you believe you may be or have been charged with a federal crime.
- State felonies: Attorney David T. Schlendorf zealously pursues favorable outcomes for clients charged with state felonies.
- Sex crimes: Unfortunately, society often declares a person "guilty" before the criminal justice process has run its course and the truth has come out. For this reason, the earlier you have a lawyer on your side the better.
- Sex offenses against children: Whether a slight indiscretion was misinterpreted, a complaining witness has fabricated accusations or the accusation is exaggerated, the person accused of child sexual abuse has much at stake.
- Statutory rape: Sexual contact between two people becomes a criminal act when one of the parties is under the age of legal consent, even if the sexual activity involved mutual interest.
- Child pornography: Federal sentencing guidelines may mean that you can expect to face at least six years in prison if your child pornography charges result in a conviction.
- Computer crimes: You can be charged with a criminal offense if child pornography has been stored on your computer, if you are accused of making terroristic threats via the Internet, or if you allegedly committed Internet fraud such as identify theft, bank fraud and criminal wire transfers.
- Identity theft: An experienced ID theft defense attorney can protect your legal rights and make strong arguments for dismissal or reduction of state or federal fraud charges.
- White collar crimes: White collar crimes may include such offenses as mail fraud, credit card fraud, embezzlement, securities fraud, tax evasion, conspiracy, Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO) violations and financial crimes including public corruption and bribery.
- Federal drug crimes: When is the best time is to retain a lawyer regarding a federal drug charge or investigation. The simple and direct answer: immediately — as soon as you know you are under investigation or have been arrested.
- State drug crimes: If you have been charged with a state drug offense, you must act swiftly and decisively to protect your freedom, preserve your constitutional rights and turn your life around by every means available.
- Homicide: If you have been charged with murder or manslaughter, talk to an experienced homicide defense lawyer as soon as possible.
- Violent felony crimes: Timing is important in a successful violent felony crime defense case. The sooner your defense attorney is on board, the more likely your chance at a favorable outcome.
- Street gang crimes: Make no mistake. The prosecution is prepared to fight for a conviction when street gangs are involved. Public pressure in this area of the law is strong.
- Adult Web sites: production and development: Some clients of the Law Offices of David T. Schlendorf have not been charged with any criminal offense, but want to understand the criminal implications of producing, developing and maintaining adult Web sites.
There is no time to waste when you are under investigation, have been arrested or have been charged with a criminal offense. The stakes are high: your freedom, your reputation and your future are at risk. Your best chance at protecting your rights comes through the advocacy of an experienced criminal defense attorney. Contact the law firm to arrange for a mutually convenient, confidential discussion of your legal issue.
