William G Koreman | Hollywood Criminal Lawyer

I would have to say that in representing juveniles, I derive the most satisfaction. Many parents have come back to thank me for, paraphrasing their words, scaring their kid straight. I try to impress upon the child that he or she is at a crossroads and give them a visual of where each path will take them.

I find that responsiveness has played a large role in building my practice. Also, I have found that being a sole practitioner has worked to my advantage as it's more of a "hands on" representation. I also have made myself available on weekends and evenings because people have to work for a living and my regular business hours also may be their regular business hours.

Clients should look for a lawyer that they feel comfortable with; who is knowledgable and who's fees are not too high or too low. That should act as a trigger that something isn't right.

Local knowledge is extremely important in my representation in a case. First, it is important because going before the same judges time and time again, you establish a good track record, which also benefits the client.

Free consultations are mainly to get to know the client, the case and establish, realistically, what can be done.

In a free phone conversation it is important that the client know the charges lodged against him, who the judge on the case is and when the next court appearance/arraignment is scheduled for.

The difference between myself and some of my peers is that I'm the guy. By that I mean I am the guy they meet with, I am the guy that stands beside them in Court, and I am the guy that sees each case to a successful conclusion.

Outside of the office I enjoy physical activities - that's how I blow off some steam and keep myself focused.

I enjoy attending local charitable fundraisers that assist with people in the community.

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• A case that comes to mind is a colonel of the United States Armed Forces, established war hero and professor at a local university. He had done much for his country and made a definite impact on society in general. This man had an addiction to alcohol which he clearly could not conquer on his own. He was arrested various times as a result. He was facing a long prison term, which I knew would be devastating to him and his family. I knew it was essential that I convince the prosecutor, his supervisor and ultimately the judge that this man needed an in-depth, in-house drug program, which he successfully completed.

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