In the Beginning…the Lawyer Created the Opening Statement.

This is not a line from Genesis, but rather the bible of all attorneys.  My opening statement provides the first impression of your case and shapes the impressions of the jury.  An opening statement forecasts to the jury the evidence they will see and hear during the trial and allows the jury to know what to expect and to be able to understand the evidence when it is presented.

Here are some of the things I will do in my opening statement –

1.  Tell a compelling story

2.  Present some of the facts in a decisive and persuasive manner

3.  Connect with the jurors

4.  Explain our side briefly, but convincingly

It is one of the traits that has put me in good stead in California criminal courtrooms for decades.  I have honed my opening statement skills through time and practice and will bring that expertise to bear in defending YOU!  My name is William Chestnut.  If you are looking for strong, honest criminal defense please call me at (408) 298-6990.

It’s as Old as Adam and Eve.

Domestic violence is even more prevalent in the United States and the state of California these days.  Accusations can ruin a man’s life.  When charges of domestic violence are brought up against you, your attorney must evaluate the police report of the incident and will then formulate their defense.  You will need steady, experienced representation for this.

Here are just some of the questions that need to be asked –

1.  What did you tell police about the incident initially?

2.  Were there any witnesses to your alleged violence?

3.  What was your emotional state when questioned after the arrest?

4.  Are there visible signs of a struggle?

5.  Were you or the accuser under the influence?

These and others are part of the many questions that need to be addressed for your successful defense.  In the San Jose area and the state of California the right choice for a domestic violence defense attorney may very well be William Chestnut.  Bill has decades of experience and you should probably give him a call right away at (408) 298-6990.