If you or a loved one has been arrested, it is important to contact a lawyer who specializes in criminal law and is familiar with the jurisdiction in which you are charged. You have rights that could disappear if appropriate motions are not timely filed. Certain evidence crucial to your case may need to be preserved. Every case is different, every individual has circumstances that make their case unique. So you ask, how do I find the right lawyer?
It is important to find someone you can trust, someone who is competent, and someone who cares about your case. While you may not need a jury trial or motion to suppress, it is nice to know your lawyer has tried several cases and argued several motions.
Melissa Garten specializes in and only practices criminal law. She has been in practice for over 14 years, as a deputy public defender and deputy prosecutor, and private practice. She has tried many cases to a jury and tried several bench trials in her time as a public attorney. As a deputy prosecutor for over ten years, she spent the majority of her time working on operating while intoxicated cases. She was recognized by MADD for her outstanding service on OWI cases. Melissa implemented the Boone County Crash team, which consisted training police how to respond to serious injury crashes involving drugs and alcohol, and obtained federal funding for the team. This experience will help anyone charged with a criminal offense.
If you have been charged with a crime, do not hesitate to call!
Initial Consultation is free, evening and weekend appointments available. Phone answered 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Melissa Garten
Law Office Of Melissa Garten, LLC
85 East Cedar Street
Zionsville, IN 46077
(317) 410-7287
Melissa@lomgarten.com