Christopher P. Corso, experienced Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence attorney in Scottsdale, AZ with 20 reviews
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Christopher P. Corso

17470 N. Pacesetter Way, Scottsdale, AZ

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Suffolk University Law School, JD - Juris Doctor

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Joseph

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17 Dec, 2023
Mr. Corso was an amazing lawyer. I was charged with misdemeanor of solicitation of a prostitute. The charge was embarrassing, unjust and it screams first amendment violation. However after going to court and going thru the judicial system, Mr Corsco got my case dismissed. He was reasonable on the cost and he did an amazing job. He listened to my concerns and he was always prompt on answering questions. I am not sure some people here have had a problem with him, but you cannot make everyone happy. I will highly recommend him to represent you.
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Rick

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17 Nov, 2023
I had an excellent experience with Corso Law Group. Both Megan and Chris were very knowledgeable and responsive in terms of answering any questions I had. My particular situation was one that I had expected to have to face more serious penalties than I wanted to, however Chris was able to convince the judge to allow me to enroll in a diversion program, which simply means having to take a driving class. As long as that’s completed the charge will be dropped and my driving record will remain clean. I 100% percent recommend Corso Law Group.
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Ethan

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10 Nov, 2023
Got a red light camera ticket while visiting Scottsdale. After some research online I reached out to Corso Law Group. Megan Hawkins was very helpful. She described what the laws surrounding red light camera tickets were, what their approach would look like, what the timeline would be, and then kept me informed all throughout the process. Finally, about eight months after I originally received the ticket, Corso Law Group got it dismissed. All I had to pay was the well earned attorney fee. Highly recommend.
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Knowledgeable and responsive staff who handle cases efficiently
“Both Megan and Chris were very knowledgeable and responsive in terms of answering any questions I had.”
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Ability to get charges reduced or dismissed
“Chris was able to convince the judge to allow me to enroll in a diversion program, which simply means having to take a driving class. As long as that's completed the charge will be dropped and my driving record will remain clean.”
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Strong communication and updates throughout the process
“Megan especially is incredibly knowledgeable and kind. She was super easy to deal with and I would not hesitate to hire them in the future.”
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Willing to go above and beyond for clients
“They went above and beyond to get my case resolved. Would highly recommend them! Thank you very much guys!”
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Reasonable and competitive pricing
“He was reasonable on the cost and he did an amazing job.”
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As a result of the analysis of reviews about this lawyer, no significant cons were found.

Publications

2016:
The Huffington Post, DNC Email Leak and Legal Morality
2015:
US Daily Review and Price of Business, The Law and Self Defense
2015:
US Daily Review and Price of Business, "Affluenza" is Real and the State Made a Terrible Mistake About It
2015:
US Daily Review, How to Hire a Defense Attorney
2015:
US Daily Review, Making a Murderer and the Problem of Forensics
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