Criminal Defense Attorney in Chatham County

We Handle Cases in Chatham County State, Superior & Recorder's Court

Being charged with a crime can be a terrifying experience. Regardless of the specific circumstances – whether you made a mistake, were falsely accused, or had a just cause for your actions – you need a legal team that is willing to fight to protect your rights and freedom. The Lerch Law Firm handles cases all across Chatham County including Pooler, Port Wentworth, Savannah, Tybee Island, Thunderbolt, Garden City and Bloomingdale.

At The Lerch Law Firm, we have helped thousands of clients to successfully fight against their charges. Our Chatham County criminal defense lawyer has over a decade of experience creating powerful defense strategies that have helped our clients to get their charges significantly reduced or dropped altogether. We have an impressive track record of winning many jury trials, and we are confident that we have what it takes to help you achieve your legal goals.

To work with a team that has a winning mindset, contact The Lerch Law Firm at (912) 417-5008 now. Your initial consultation is free.

Cases We Take On

Our criminal defense lawyer has an extensive background handling all types of cases. From misdemeanors to felonies, you can trust our firm to provide a reliable defense plan to help you overturn your charges.

Cases we regularly handle include:

• Bond hearings

• BUI

• Drug charges

• DUI

• Federal crimes

• Felonies

• Fraud crimes

• Gun crimes

• Misdemeanors

• Obstruction

• Sex crimes

• Theft crimes

• Traffic offenses

• Violent crimes

• White collar crimes

What to Do When You’re Under Arrest

If the police detain you or place you under arrest, you should exercise your Constitutional right to remain silent until you have the chance to speak with an attorney. Even if you don’t have anything to hide, it is still a good idea to not say anything to the police until your lawyer is present. The reason for this is because what you say can actually incriminate you.

We’ve witnessed too many situations where an individual decides to talk to the police on their own, only to have their words twisted and used against them in court. Remember, no matter how nice the police seem, they aren’t paid to have your best interests in mind. Their job is to get to the bottom of a crime. And unfortunately, many officers use deceptive tactics to get you to confess to committing a crime. Let our skilled criminal defense attorney do the talking for you.

Do All Criminal Cases Go to Trial?

Many people are surprised to learn that most criminal cases do not make it to the trial phase. Several cases reach an early conclusion through a plea bargain. Even better, some charges are dismissed because the prosecution realizes they do not have enough evidence to convict the individual.

Knowing how to proceed with your case can be extremely challenging. However, with our experienced legal team on your side, we can help you make an informed decision. We are skilled at negotiating with prosecution attorneys to get them to drop our client’s charges. In some scenarios, we may recommend that you accept a plea bargain. Other situations will necessitate fighting your charges in court.

Call Us Today

Working with our Chatham County criminal defense attorney could be the difference between a long-term prison sentence and getting your case dismissed. We are dedicated to working tirelessly to fight for the favorable outcome that you need.

Call (912) 417-5008 now to discuss the right path forward.