Law Office of William Conwell
122 Third Street
Lakeport, CA 95453
(707) 263-8220
williamconwell@earthlink.net
williamconwell-DUIDefense.com
EXPERIENCE
I limit my practice to criminal defense and DUI defense in Lake County. This allows me to focus my entire legal practice on one area of the law in one county. I have defended people in criminal defense since June 9, 2003. In Lake County, I have worked as a contract public defender in the Clearlake Superior Court defending people charged with serious felonies since July 2008. I also work as a private criminal defense/DUI defense attorney in Lake County. I go to many criminal defense seminars to ensure that I’m constantly up to date on the law and utilizing the most effective strategies.
PHILOSOPHY
The first step I take in defending a person is to interview them and find out their side of the story. The reason I offer free initial consultations is that way the client can form an impression about who their attorney is and what I may be able to accomplish in their case. Additionally, I offer a free initial consultation this allows the client to consult with other attorneys and choose the best attorney that fits his/her needs.
After being retained, I review the initial discovery given by the prosecution, frequently police reports. I like to go over the police report with my client to find out if they disagree with the police report. Finally, I request discovery from the prosecution and independently investigate the case either by myself or with an investigator to interview witnesses and look at the scene where everything took place. This allows me to be prepared to challenge the prosecution’s case and advise you of the strengths and the weaknesses of your case. It also allows me to negotiate from a stronger position and gives the prosecution notice that there is no such thing as a simple case.
My philosophy is to look at each case individually and determine what needs to be done, because every case is unique and each of my clients has different needs.
Professional Associations
California DUI Lawyers Association
California Public Defenders Association
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
The Private Defenders, Inc.
