The Law Offices of Paul D. Petruzzi, P.A. was established in January 1999 when attorney Paul D. Petruzzi opened his own criminal defense practice, building on his experience from working with another firm. Today, we are a boutique criminal defense law firm that successfully defends individuals and corporations facing federal or state law enforcement matters.
Our team of dedicated criminal defense attorneys, investigators, and certified paralegals brings decades of combined experience litigating federal criminal cases across the United States and state criminal cases throughout the country. With the expertise, compassion, and commitment that has earned us recognition as one of the best criminal defense law firms, we provide comprehensive representation in both trial and appellate proceedings.
Experience is Essential For Your Criminal Defense
Not every lawyer or law firm is qualified to handle criminal cases in criminal court. Criminal charges threaten freedom and disrupt family, business, and professional affairs like no other type of case, making hiring law firms with years of experience in federal and state criminal court essential.
Since beginning his federal practice as a defense lawyer nearly 30 years ago, Mr. Petruzzi has dedicated his career to criminal defense. The firm's ultimate goal is to thoroughly and successfully defend our clients with professionalism and respect.
While the firm's criminal defense practice includes trials, appeals, and post-conviction litigation, the team also handles a variety of other sub-specialty matters related to criminal practice, including the following:
- Criminal and civil forfeitures
- Sentence reductions
- Cooperation agreements
- Prison consulting and litigation
- Administrative proceedings
The members of the firm are passionate about advocating for our clients. No matter the differences between every case and charge, this team always meets clients' legal challenges.
Our firm regularly represents clients in complex federal criminal matters, including federal investigations, drug trafficking, white-collar investigations, and appellate and post-conviction proceedings.
Our Approach to Criminal Defense
- Early investigation and case analysis
- Trial-ready defense strategies
- Negotiation when appropriate
- Post-conviction and appellate support
- Criminal investigations and grand jury representation
- Federal and state criminal defense representation
Courts and Jurisdictions We Practice In
- State courts nationwide
- Federal district courts
- Federal appellate courts
- Nationwide federal matters
