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Criminal Defense Attorneys in Chatham County

We Handle Cases in Chatham County State, Superior & Recorder's Court

Being charged with a crime can be a terrifying experience. Regardless of the specific circumstances – whether you made a mistake, were falsely accused, or had a just cause for your actions – you need a legal team that is willing to fight to protect your rights and freedom. Schneider Lerch, LLC handles cases all across Chatham County including Pooler, Port Wentworth, Savannah, Tybee Island, Thunderbolt, Garden City and Bloomingdale.

At Schneider Lerch, LLC, we have helped thousands of clients to successfully fight against their charges. Our Chatham County criminal defense lawyers have over four decades of combined experience creating powerful defense strategies that have helped our clients to get their charges significantly reduced or dropped altogether. We have an impressive track record of winning many jury trials, and we are confident that we have what it takes to help you achieve your legal goals.

To work with a team that has a winning mindset, contact Schneider Lerch, LLCat (912) 417-5008now. Your initial consultation is free. 

Cases We Take On

Our criminal defense lawyer has an extensive background handling all types of cases. From misdemeanors to felonies, you can trust our firm to provide a reliable defense plan to help you overturn your charges.

Cases we regularly handle include:

  • Bond hearings
  • BUI
  • Drug charges
  • DUI
  • Federal crimes
  • Felonies
  • Fraud crimes
  • Gun crimes
  • Misdemeanors
  • Obstruction
  • Sex crimes
  • Theft crimes
  • Traffic offenses
  • Violent crimes
  • White collar crimes

What to Do When You’re Under Arrest

If the police detain you or place you under arrest, you should exercise your Constitutional right to remain silent until you have the chance to speak with an attorney. Even if you don’t have anything to hide, it is still a good idea to not say anything to the police until your lawyer is present. The reason for this is because what you say can actually incriminate you.

We’ve witnessed too many situations where an individual decides to talk to the police on their own, only to have their words twisted and used against them in court. Remember, no matter how nice the police seem, they aren’t paid to have your best interests in mind. Their job is to get to the bottom of a crime. And unfortunately, many officers use deceptive tactics to get you to confess to committing a crime. Let our skilled criminal defense attorney do the talking for you.

⚖️ Confident & Results-Focused

Proven Results. Thousands of Times Over.

Our top priority is to devise customized legal strategies that are tailored to the unique legal needs of our clients, no matter how simple or complicated their situations, might be.

  • Reduced to Reckless Driving Superior Court: DUI - Failure to Exercise Due Care
  • Dismissed Superior Court: Possession of a Schedule II Controlled Substance
  • Dismissed State Court: Obstruction of an Officer
  • Dismissed Municipal Court: No Tag
  • Reduced to Reckless Driving State Court: DUI (Roadblock)
  • Dismissed Municipal Court: Stalking (2 Counts) Domestic Violence
Choose a Team You Can Trust We Are Ready to Help

At Schneider Lerch, LLC, you have an entire legal team on your side when dealing with serious criminal matters. We are ready to help you obtain the best possible outcome in your case.

Do All Criminal Cases Go to Trial?

Many people are surprised to learn that most criminal cases do not make it to the trial phase. Several cases reach an early conclusion through a plea bargain. Even better, some charges are dismissed because the prosecution realizes they do not have enough evidence to convict the individual.

Knowing how to proceed with your case can be extremely challenging. However, with our experienced legal team on your side, we can help you make an informed decision. We are skilled at negotiating with prosecution attorneys to get them to drop our client’s charges. In some scenarios, we may recommend that you accept a plea bargain. Other situations will necessitate fighting your charges in court.

Call Us Today

Working with our Chatham County criminal defense attorneys could be the difference between a long-term prison sentence and getting your case dismissed. We are dedicated to working tirelessly to fight for the favorable outcome that you need.

Call (912) 417-5008 now to discuss the right path forward. 

Results Come With the Right Experience

Reasons to Hire Schneider Lerch, LLC
  • Misdemeanor & Felony Charges
    No matter high how the stakes may be, there is nothing that our defense attorneys cannot handle.
  • Former Prosecutor
    Working as a prosecutor gave Attorney Schneider valuable insight into how to develop and prosecute cases.
  • Trial Attorneys
    Our seasoned attorneys have handled thousands of trials. Their knowledge and experience have proven to be successful in the courtroom.
  • Over 40 Years of Combined Experience
    With many years of dedicated criminal law experience, our attorneys know the main concerns many people have when they're in this situation.

We're Ready to Fight For You

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Real Client Experiences

See How We Have Helped Our Clients

At Schneider Lerch, LLC, your satisfaction is our priority! See for yourself what our clients have to say about working with us.

    “Amazing Representation.”
    I contacted Ms. Lerch along with several other firms and attorneys when my husband was wrongfully charged and denied bond. She was the only person to return my calls. She went right to work and had my husband home within a week. I would highly recommend her to anyone in need of representation. We love Ms. Lerch. Fair pticing as well.
    Cohlmeyer Family
    “Absolutely Amazing”
    “Being out of state they always kept me informed on everything that was going on with my case and were very quick to respond back if I had any questions or concerns.”
    Kendall T.
    “If you need an attorney, Courtney is your girl! She’s great!”
    Courtney really helped me out with my speeding ticket! She’s amazing, if you need an attorney call her! I would give her 10 stars if I could.
    Lindsay
    “Went above and beyond”
    A “bad” mistake on our part could have put us in a very bad situation and could have also ruined our business reputation. He not only helped us clear our charges but his caring demeanor assured us we had the best attorney. We not only consider Cris as our family attorney, we now consider him a wonderful friend.
    Past Client
    “Extremely Professional”
    We would like to thank you for everything that you and your staff have done for our family. The situation we were faced with was something we could never have imagined and felt extremely lost with nowhere to turn. After our conversation and then meeting with you and Shannon for the first time, Matthew and I walked out of your office feeling 100% safe and confident that you would do everything in your power to give us the best chance in overcoming this unfortunate situation. You and your staff have gone above and beyond our expectations. You have Matthew a second chance to start over and allow him to continue with his studies and become an adult. I cannot say enough about your staff. Shannon, Carli, and Natalie, always made us feel like we were your only client. The attention that they gave us was something I would have never expected. They were always understanding, courteous, and very professional. I had to learn that this process takes time and your staff was always available to help me understand and to ensure our confidence. If anyone we know, is faced with a situation that you can help with, we will give your firm the highest recommendation possible. I can honestly say that Shannon, Carli, Natalie, and yourself are angels from heaven that were sent to us in our most desperate time of need. We thank you from the bottom of our hearts
    Past Client
    “Went above my expectations”
    "Each person I spoke with was able to answer my questions. I did not know what to anticipate, as I had never needed to use an attorney in the past; however, they did go above my expectations. I cannot praise Carli enough. She was patient, non-judgmental, efficient, and able to answer any question I had. As I live out of town and was very nervous and naïve about all of this, I could not have received any better representation."
    Past Client
    “Everyone was extremely friendly, supportive and helpful”
    I didn't have any doubts or concerns that Schneider Lerch, LLC couldn't help me. Thank you from the bottom of my heart! I appreciate all the hard work!
    Past Client
    “She really helped me out when I was facing serious charges. ”
    “She really helped me out when I was facing serious charges. ”
    Anna Bella