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The Importance of Hiring a Lawyer
Our state and federal constitutions provide for an extensive amount of individual rights that are too often overlooked or flat out ignored. It is imperative you hire a lawyer, but not just any lawyer, a lawyer you trust will stand up for your rights, and assert your standpoint on the facts of a case.
Being investigated or charged with a criminal offense may be one of the most frightening experiences in your life. Whether it’s a misdemeanor criminal mischief or a felony gun charge, finding yourself in the judicial system is a scary place to be alone.
Nobody likes jail. That’s the point, you’re not going to be well or fair or even like a human being. From the moment you become a suspect to that final hour of closing arguments, you will be treated like a criminal and presumed guilty by your government, employers, landlords, and even most of your friends. According to this NBC News article, 2015 was a record year for criminal exonerations. That means more people who were previously convicted of a crime were found to be INNOCENT either through science or some other newly discovered evidence, than any other year before that. While this is a great development, it should scare the hell out of you. Many, many people are going to prison for something they didn’t do. There is absolutely no excuse for that to happen, ever.
Criminal Defense Attorney
Types of Cases We Handle
Facing criminal charges, especially if it is your first alleged offense, is a scary, frustrating, and embarrassing situation. Without an experienced criminal defense lawyer on your side, you could end up getting convicted and serving a lengthy jail or prison sentence. Fortunately, you have a right to one to defend yourself and clear your name.
- A Loved One Arrested
- Assault
- Bicycle Accidents
- Boating While Intoxicated
- Burglary
- Car Accidents
- Criminal Defense
- Criminal Mischief
- Driver's License Issues
- Driving While Intoxicated
- Drug Crimes
- Drug Possession
- DWI Defense
- Evading Arrest
- Expunctions & Non-Disclosures
- Felonies
- Gun Charges
- Motorcycle Accidents
- Pedestrian Accidents
- Personal Injury
- Probation Violation
- Theft Crimes
- Trespassing
- Truck Accidents
- Wrongful Death
A Word from Our Clients
Take a Look at Real Testimonials
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"Straightforward and to the point."Will won’t beat around the bush. Straightforward and to the point.R.R. on Facebook
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"Absolutely recommend!!!"Will AND Olivia are both amazing. They will work hard for you and are very detail-oriented and actually care about their clients. Will recommended me to a drug and alcohol treatment center and have been sober ever since (2 + years). I probably wouldn’t be where I am if it weren’t for will and Olivia. Thank y’all again for y'alls hard work a dedication! Absolutely recommend!!! Treatment center: BRC RecoveryAaron T.
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"He helped me take care of my case and I could not be happier."I had charges filed on me and had no idea what I was going to do. I contacted Will Mitchell’s law office and immediately felt better. Will talked to me on the phone and told me what to expect for the next 4 months. Everything he said was on point. He helped me take care of my case and I could not be happier. I highly recommend Will and his team.T.H. on Google
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"Will has saved my life!"Will has saved my life! I was moving to Virginia on a probation transfer to be with my fiancé and because of Will I was able to make it happen, he responded to all my calls when I was freaking out and assured me exactly what he could do which made me calm plus he did exactly what he said he would, you don’t understand how much I appreciate you, Will!Haden H.
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"I would recommend Will Mitchell to anyone in my situation."Five star rating. Very professional. I would recommend Will Mitchell to anyone in my situation.Patricia
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"I could not be happier."Thank you Will!!! I had charges filed on me and didn’t know were to turn. I contacted Will and he immediately set me mind at ease. He took a lot of time explaining each and every step that he would take to help me. Everything he told me from our first phone call was spot on. I would have paid more than his quote had I known he and his office staff were going to be this great. I highly recommend Will and have done so to my friends and family. I could not be happier.T.T. on Yelp
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"Working with you made the process go smoothly."It was a long, long road, but working with you made the process go smoothly. You and Olivia really helped to reduce the stress around having to deal with an event like this.P.O.
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"I can't say enough amazing things about Will Mitchell."I can't say enough amazing things about Will Mitchell. My case was dismissed (I didn't think we had a shot) and now just signed a petition for it to be removed for good. I'm typically a little over-amped with my thoughts in general, and he was very responsive and always had calming things to say! I felt I could reach him regarding any little question, and he was always happy to help. I'm still blown away that he was able to get the DWI dismissed, and now off my record. He's a fantastic lawyer, and I'm so happy I chose him!Alissa H.
Austin Criminal Defense Attorney Fighting
At The Law Office of Will Mitchell, we have more than 18 years of experience handling a wide variety of serious and complex criminal cases throughout Central Texas. Our Austin criminal defense attorney has taken many cases to trial in order to get his clients’ charges/penalties reduced or their entire case dismissed.
You have a right to a jury trial, a right to any defense, a right to cross examine every witness in person, and a right to subpoena any witness necessary to further your case. Further, the law states you are presumed innocent at every stage, unless the government proves beyond all reasonable doubt that you are guilty. This means you do not have to say a word at any point if you do not wish to, and that silence cannot be used against you.
You really do not have to provide any evidence at a trial, and that cannot be used against you. The burden to prove guilt rests solely with the government, and that burden never shifts, never. Yet, with the hundreds of jurors and potential jurors I have spoken with during criminal voir dires, a disturbingly high percentage feel they need to hear from the citizen accused before they can find him or her Not Guilty. And those are just the ones that admit it.
Think about this, when was the last time you saw someone in the back of a police car and thought, “I wonder what that innocent person is doing?” I bet every person who reads this sees that individual in the back of a patrol car and says the exact opposite. We don’t believe cops make mistakes. This prevalence is a result of the law enforcement bias that exists in our media and politics. The fact is that law enforcement officers are human beings like us, and they make mistakes, or they act serious under pressure, or they simply don’t care. I am not anti-law enforcement. I am against unconstitutional behavior by law enforcement, and I am also against any of my clients going to jail. Get me on your side, let me fight for your rights and expose any unlawful police behavior.
If you or a loved one has been arrested, contact The Law Office of Will Mitchell today at (512) 858-8611 and schedule a free consultation. Serving people in Austin and Central Texas.
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Builds a Relationship with Each Client from the Start
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Easily Accessible for Clients to Reach Out
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Significant Trial Experience to Both Juries & Judges
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A Compassionate & Tireless Fighter
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Strives to Get the Best & Most Personalized Outcome
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Exclusively Focused on Criminal Defense for Over 18 Years