Syracuse Criminal Defense Law Firm
If you are entangled in a legal problem for the first time, the anxiety can be overwhelming. Why not turn to our highly skilled attorneys who will help you navigate the complexities of the legal system and put you at ease? Our track record of successful outcomes will give you confidence. You can rely on the fact that once you become our client we will support you every inch of the way.
At CDH Law PLLC we are well-prepared to protect your rights and minimize your risk. We have superior negotiating skills. Depending on the circumstances of your particular case, we may be able to have your charges dropped entirely or help you plea bargain to a lesser charge. We are always on your side, working diligently to protect your interests.
Our criminal defense attorneys always assume that you are innocent until proven guilty and will use legal tactics that have proven successful in past cases. We will do everything possible to get you acquitted. In cases where the evidence weighs heavily against you, we will use our negotiating skills to get your charges reduced.
Our criminal defense team routinely handles offenses such as:
- Unlawful Possession of Marijuana
- Petit Larceny (e.g. Shoplifting)
- Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle (driving without a valid license, or with a suspended or revoked license)
- Reckless Driving
- Harassment (typically involving physical altercation that does not result in physical injury).
- Assault
- Resisting Arrest
Carden Dotzler Hammond, PLLC has multiple areas of specialization. Our practice areas include:
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If you are searching for an outstanding law firm in Onondaga County and the surrounding counties of Central New York, you should take a careful look at Carden Dotzler Hammond, PLLC. Our veteran owned and operated practice has a well-earned reputation for compassionate and efficient service as well as for powerful legal counsel. We have excellent Google and Avvo reviews, and two of us have been designated Super Lawyers.
Carden Dotzler Hammond, PLLC is here for you in what may seem like your darkest hour. Our dedicated attorneys are well-trained and experienced and we have a track record of satisfied clients. Just take a look at our testimonials and you will see how trustworthy and effective we really are. Instead of worrying, give us a call or fill in one of the contact forms on our website. Consulting with us may be the best decision you ever make.
A founding member of CDH Law and the firm’s Managing Partner, Mr. Carden leads the family law and divorce practice group. His no-nonsense, results-oriented approach to his practice has garnered a cult-like following from his clients.
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Mr. Dotzler is a founding partner of Carden Dotzler Hammond, PLLC. He concentrates his practice on criminal defense, DWI defense and traffic defense.
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Mr. Hammond is a former military trial and appellate lawyer with over a decade of experience fighting for service members and their families. He served nine years and two combat tours as an active duty US Army officer before joining CDH Law.
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Brian is an associate at CDH Law, where he leads the firm’s estate planning practice and is a key player in its criminal defense practice.
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Joshua Gillette is a civil litigator with expertise in plaintiff's medical malpractice, catastrophic injury and personal injury cases. Before he represented plaintiffs he spend nearly a decade defending physicians and other healthcare professionals against malpractice
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Karen Balman serves as CDH Law’s mitigation specialist. A Central New York native, Karen graduated from LeMoyne College with a bachelor of arts degree in sociology and holds a Master of Social Work at Syracuse University.
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Often, our clients need professional investigation to support a complex criminal defense or divorce case. CDH Law is proud to partner with Mr. Brown and 1st Choice Private Investigations L.L.C. for its investigative needs.
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Dan is a retired Onondaga County Deputy Sheriff and a licensed private investigator. CDH Law proudly partners with Dan and Intrigue Investigations when clients need investigations to support their case, whether it is defending against a complex criminal prosecution or
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Brandon is a paralegal for our Vehicle and Traffic Practice. He is knowledgeable in the Vehicle and Traffic Law and if you are a client with a traffic ticket or dealing with a DWI charge, you will frequently encounter his smooth and calm demeanor.
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Elyssa is CDH Law’s Criminal Law Paralegal Specialist. She graduated from college at Syracuse University and is preparing to attend law school. She works with all of our criminal defense clients in the management of their cases.
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100 Madison Street Tower 1, Floor 12
Syracuse, NY 13202