Toledo Trial Litigation Attorney
Help from a Board-Certified Criminal Trial Lawyer
According to the fifth amendment, no person may be deprived of life, liberty, or property without due process of law. What that means for you, if you have been charged with a crime, is that you have the right to go through various legal procedures before a final judgment is made in your case. Many cases can be settled out of court through a plea bargain. Others may require taking the matter to court. When going before a judge and jury, it is important to have a skilled legal advocate who can present a compelling case on your behalf.
When you turn to Patituce & Associates, you can find a team of Toledo trial litigation lawyers that are committed to relentlessly fighting on your behalf, no matter what charges you are facing. With over 70 years of combined experience, our criminal defense attorneys understand the laws and procedures pertaining to your case. We are prepared to stand up against the most vigorous prosecutors and always work hard toward a favorable outcome.
Call us at (440) 771-1175 to learn more about how our legal team can protect your best interests.
The Prosecution’s Burden of Proof
In any given criminal case, an offender has been accused of violating one or more state or federal laws. In some cases, the allegations may fall under both state and federal jurisdiction. Regardless of whether a crime is being charged at the state or federal level, one thing remains constant – the prosecution team must prove that you committed the alleged offense beyond a reasonable doubt. The case they bring against the defendant must have sufficient evidence to convince a judge or jury that he or she committed the crime.
The defendant does not have to sit back and do nothing as the evidence is being presented against them but rather can choose to challenge the accusations. The defense strategy involves both identifying and attacking weaknesses in the prosecution’s arguments, as well as presenting any evidence that proves the defendant could not have committed the offense.
Prosecutors typically have many years of experience and build strong cases against the defendant. This often leads to innocent people being sentenced for a crime they did not commit. Fortunately, you do not have to fight against the prosecution alone. You have the right to legal representation. The law firm you choose to work with can make a difference in your case. You will want to hire someone who understands the legal processes and knows how to build a winning case.
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- Martha L.
Seeking representation for federal charges against my husband led me to engage with an attorney from this firm. Swiftly connected with Joe Patituce, we made the decision to enlist his services that very day, a choice we're grateful for.
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- Cora B.
Their friendly and approachable team provided unwavering support. They worked diligently to build a robust defense, ensuring my side of the story was heard and considered!!!
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- Former Client
Cate Purdum was present, attentive, always returned my calls (I had attorneys before who never call you back), answered my questions and never ignored my calls. If I ever need an attorney in the future I will definitely go back to her.
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- Roberto M.
Catherine Meehan did an amazing job. Very responsive, friendly, and obviously very good with words. She kept me out of jail and home with my kiddo. For that I can't ever repay the favor. Much appreciated hope I never need your assistance again but if so I'll definitely give you a call. Thank you again.
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- Thomas S.
I am very satisfied with Rachelle and Joe they were talking me through my whole case and when I told them I wanted a trial they agreed and said let’s go to trial with out hesitation they were very professional and I couldn’t ask for a better law firm to have my back in my court case thank you Rachelle and Joe I highly recommend them to everybody
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- Levi G.
Joe helped my brother beat a serious RICO charge. He is simply the best criminal defense lawyer out there, and provides a clear-cut path to victory. I am extremely impressed and thankful for the hard work and dedication the team at Patituce & Associates put in on this case. It feels great to come out on the winning side, and not have to sweat a thing during the whole process. I highly recommend hiring Joe and his expert staff if you ever find yourself in any legal trouble. Thank you Joe!
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So kind and helpful! Don’t know what I would’ve done without him. Joe was kind and informative throughout the whole- Maddy P.
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- Glenn G.
I engaged Joe Patituce's services for my DUI case in Rocky River, and I couldn't have made a better choice. He and his team demonstrated excellence throughout, managing my case with remarkable skill and professionalism.
Begin Developing Your Defense Today
The process of defending against your charges begins with the discovery phase. During this step, the prosecution will disclose all the evidence they have against you. When you hire our legal team, we begin by thoroughly reviewing the evidence as well as the methods used to obtain that evidence. By identifying and exposing any missing pieces in their arguments and any actions that violated your rights, we weaken their case to the point that it will not stand up during your trial.
Contact our Toledo Trial litigation lawyers today.