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Experienced Trial LawyersWe are not afraid to go to trial for our clients.
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Client AdvocateWe want to help people in difficult situations and be their voice.
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30+ Years of Combined Legal ExperienceWe have extensive Criminal Defense experience.
Glastonbury Criminal Defense Lawyers
Little is as disturbing or life changing as being accused of a crime. Whether it is a state misdemeanor or a federal felony, your life suddenly becomes stressful, uncertain, and damaged by the loss of your reputation an d the possibility of harsh criminal penalties. You may also be facing the loss of your job or career, professional license, government asset forfeiture, and a future marred by a permanent criminal record.
At Paetzold Law Group, we understand what you are going through. Our legal team deals with these situations every day as we work tenaciously to uphold our clients’ rights and seek optimum results in state and federal courts.
Attorney William Paetzold is a skilled and proven trial lawyer who has been in practice since 1990. He and his daughter Attorney Haley Paetzold, work together on behalf of those who are being criminally investigated or have been arrested or charged in Glastonbury and the Connecticut counties of Hartford, Middlesex, New Haven, Tolland, and Windham.
With decades of experience and five-star reviews on Avvo, recognition as a Super Lawyer, and consistent referrals by satisfied clients, Mr. Paetzold brings impressive qualifications to your case. He and Ms. Paetzold offer free initial consultations, virtual consultations, and Spanish-language services, and are available 24/7 for advice and guidance.
Contact Paetzold Law Group at (860) 356-3805 or online to schedule a free case review with a Glastonbury criminal defense attorney. Hablamos español.
Our Criminal Defense Practice Areas
Our Legal Services in Connecticut
Our team exclusively handles criminal matters which has given us extensive knowledge, skills, and resources which benefit you. Mr. Paetzold is a former Public Defender as well as a former criminalist at the Connecticut State Police Forensic Science Laboratory.
His training and background in forensic science are distinct advantages in cases involving digital evidence. He has conducted cases in Connecticut’s Appellate and Supreme Courts as well as in complex cases before federal courts.
We routinely handle cases involving misdemeanors, including drug possession, domestic violence, DUI, and restraining orders. Additionally, we handle allegations of violent crimes, such as robbery, sexual assault, weapons-related offenses, and murder as well as complex federal white-collar crimes, drug distribution, manufacture, and trafficking, and federal gun charges.
No case is too challenging or complicated for our legal team who will conduct an intensive investigation into your arrest and charges. We will prepare your case for trial to put you in the strongest position for an optimum outcome as we work to expose any weaknesses or flaws in the allegations against you.
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In criminal defense, your case may be resolved through negotiations with the prosecutor for reduced charges or sentencing or at trial before a judge and/or jury. Our team prepares for all contingencies and will advise you of your options and case progress every step of the way.
It is important to remember that you are innocent until proven guilty and the burden of proof lies with the prosecution. We take every case to heart and are committed to providing you with the highest standards of legal representation in your fight within the criminal justice system.
Discuss your case with a Glastonbury criminal defense lawyer today. Call Paetzold Law Group at (860) 356-3805 or send us an email on our contact form.
Client Reviews
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"I had a great experience"
These are great people and I'm very thankful.
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"Phenomenal representation all around."
Highly recommend to anyone in the area.
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"He actually cares about who he is helping"
He actually cares about who he is helping and I appreciate him.
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"I would recommend him to anyone!"
William Paetzold represented me on DUI that should have been a second and got it down to a first.
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"Bill Paetzold is a "good man" I was told this by someone who had worked with him."
He is knowledgeable and astute while being kind and "down to earth" Bill will explain the whole legal process as well as the terminology in a manner a lay person can understand.
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"I was represented by Bill Paetzold, and I couldn’t have asked for a better attorney!"
He fights for his clients passionately and things worked out for me as I hope they will for you. I’ve never written a review in my life, but I’ve had an experience worth sharing!
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"Accurate, Confident, Trustworthy, Fair and an Impeccable lawyer."
Mr. Paetzold is a remarkable lawyer with years of expierence and knowledge that are unmatched.
- Michelle C.