Finding yourself smack dab in the middle of a difficult and stressful legal situation is enough to take a toll on pretty much anyone out there, but the good news is that finding the right criminal lawyer can make all the difference in the world. If you’re anything like most people then you’ll find that after hearing that you’re under investigation for a crime, you just don’t know what to do. After all, is there any one thing that you should definitely be doing? The answer is that getting the help of a lawyer as early on as possible just might be the thing that makes all the difference in the world.

So now that we’ve established that you’ll need a lawyer right out of the gate, what should you be looking for? Does it make sense to just call the first person you can find? Should you spend some time searching around? It’s a tricky thing for people that have found themselves in this type of situation, to be sure, but in today’s post the team at the Law Offices of Robert J. DeGroot has a few tips on what to keep your eye out for. If you’re in the middle of just such a situation, keep reading to learn more.

What to Look For in a Criminal Lawyer

Experience

As with many things in life, experience is crucial. It stands to reason then that finding a criminal lawyer who has plenty of experience will be in your best interest. After all, each previous experience that that lawyer has had was a learning opportunity. At the end of the day, the more experience a lawyer has, the more he or she will be able to offer the best possible advice for your specific situation.

At the Law Offices of Robert J. DeGroot, our founding attorney has nearly five decades of experience. Since 1972, Robert DeGroot has been helping his clients when times get tough. When you need someone who has the experience necessary to provide you with the most tenacious defense possible, look no further. Because experience is crucial, this is one of the most important qualities the law firm you’re considering should have. If you need a criminal lawyer in New Jersey, we’re the team for you. If you’re from a different part of the country, be sure to inquire about the experience that the lawyer you are considering brings to the table.

Integrity

It’s also important to work with a team who has integrity. Of course this is something that law firms gain a reputation for over time and if you can find someone who has plenty of experience then you’ll likely also find that their reputation precedes them.

That’s why you’ll find that each member of our team–from associates to paralegals–operates with the highest possible level of integrity. We’ll do our part behind the scenes to put the facts together for your case and unravel all of the information to come up with the best possible defense. As you are probably well aware, many cases have a number of moving parts; our team prides itself on being the one that can distill all of that information down into something that’s easy for you to understand. We take pride in our exceptional level of communication and in doing right by our clients at every turn.

A quick look at our reviews will show you that we have a long standing record of doing right by our clients no matter the situation.

Professionalism

We touched on this above just a bit, but professionalism is another quality that any good criminal lawyer will have. After all, you don’t want to have to deal with a lawyer who is disorganized, uninterested, or dishonest, do you? At the Law Offices of Robert J. DeGroot, we make professionalism our top priority. As a well-organized team, we keep track of all of the paperwork that comes alongside of your case.

We also work behind the scenes to come up with a plan of attack that makes sense for your specific situation. No matter the situation, you can rest assured that we always have your best interests at heart and that we’re working to secure a positive resolution for you. Each member of our team makes your situation our top priority.

One thing that many people worry about is being kept in the loop, but the good news is that our law firm will keep you apprised of what’s going on throughout the entire process. With professionalism as one of our top priorities, you’ll always know what’s going on in your case.

Choose an Experienced New Jersey Criminal Lawyer

At the end of the day, sometimes it’s best to simply speak with the lawyer that you are considering. Fortunately we proudly offer a confidential consultation that will allow you to see if we are a good fit for one another. No matter the situation, we can help. Our law firm specializes in white collar crimes, so if you have been accused of bank fraud, tax evasion, or even mortgage fraud, look no further to get the help you need.

With nearly fifty years of experience, Robert J. DeGroot is the criminal lawyer you can count on to get the job done the right way. Feel free to take a look around on our website to learn more about what you can expect from us or contact us today to schedule your consultation.