Defense & Mitigation
Building a Strong Defense and Presenting the Full Picture
A Clean Record Can Open the Door to a Fresh Start.
A criminal case is about more than the charge itself. The circumstances surrounding an alleged offense, the government's evidence, and the individual facing prosecution can all be critical to the outcome.
Carmichael Ellis & Brock develops defense strategies tailored to the facts of each case while identifying the circumstances that may mitigate the potential consequences for our clients. Our attorneys examine the government's evidence, investigate potential defenses, and work to ensure that the court understands the full picture.
Whether a case involves a constitutional violation, a challenge to the government's evidence, or the need for a comprehensive sentencing mitigation package, experienced representation can make a significant difference.
Building Your Defense
Our attorneys evaluate the government's case from every angle and identify potential legal and factual defenses.
Depending on the circumstances, this may include:
- Search and seizure challenges
- Miranda violations
- Entrapment
- Government coercion
- Self-defense
- Rule 29 motions
- Violations of the right to counsel
- Challenges to the government's evidence
- Other constitutional and procedural defenses
Our existing practice-area materials specifically identify these types of defenses and emphasize the importance of examining whether constitutional protections were violated
Sentencing Mitigation
When a case reaches sentencing, the court must consider the nature and circumstances of the offense as well as the history and characteristics of the defendant.
A strong mitigation presentation can help the court understand who you are as a person—not simply one moment in time.
Carmichael Ellis & Brock prepares comprehensive mitigation packages that take into account both the circumstances of the case and the individual characteristics of the client.
Federal Sentencing
Federal sentencing requires careful attention to the Federal Sentencing Guidelines as well as the factors set out in 18 U.S.C. § 3553(a).
Our federal criminal defense practice emphasizes the importance of understanding the Guidelines and accurately evaluating the potential sentencing range.
Our attorneys work to develop a sentencing strategy that addresses both the applicable law and the individual circumstances of the client.