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Anonymous
27 Apr, 2017
Always available to answer questions. Our grandson backed into and off-duty police officer and we so wanted our grandson to not have a felony conviction. He was diligent in gathering evidence to make this happen. He was able to work to well with prosecutors for a good outcome. The judge said he had not seen a deal like this before.
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Anonymous
27 Apr, 2017
I was charged with prostitution. I have been in this country a long time, but even a deferred adjudication on this case would have made me deportable. I was terrified that I would be separated from my family. Nathaniel understood how serious this case was to me and worked very hard on it. He was always available to meet and answer my questions. He worked hard on my case and ended up getting me a pre-trial intervention, which has no immigration consequences and means my case will be dismissed. I did not have to plead guilty. The judge told me that my lawyer had done an excellent job and that this was the best thing possible.
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Anonymous
14 Apr, 2017
I hired Mr. Pitoniak fairly late into my case, because I was getting fed up with the lawyer I hired originally. Best thing I could have ever done for myself. My previous and original lawyer did not care about my well being or best interests. I am a licensed medical professional who developed a substance abuse problem, and suffered legal consequences as a result. Despite my addiction, I always upheld strong moral values in all other aspects of my life. Not only did Nathaniel literally help save my life by convincing me to seek the treatment I didn't realize I needed to stay alive, but he also took time to study my case very thoroughly so that he could represent me so remarkably before the judge. He did such a fantastic job, and is viewed very respectably in the courtroom, that the judge decided to grant a deferred adjudication- something that was initially rejected by the prosecution. Had I stayed with my original lawyer that I hired before I hired Nathaniel, I would have never been so fortunate, nor would I have had a chance at staying sober to this day. Nathaniel was extremely on top of everything every step of the way, and never let anything slip through the cracks. He is an extremely passionate, sharp, and determined lawyer who genuinely cares about his work and his clients' well-being.
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Charles
07 Apr, 2017
Needed an defense attorney due to a sting operation in Houston. I was from out of town and had many questions about if I would be going to jail, fined, etc. Nathaniel took my calls every time and assured me he would work to get me the best outcome. He was consistent in keeping me abreast of what is going on and what the next process would be. He was also at every court date and he told the judge every time that he was my representation. In the end he got me a pretrial diversion and this can be removed from my record. Better than I could of ever asked for.
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Anonymous
14 Mar, 2017
When my husband and father of our baby got arrested, I was really worried that he would get deported. I chose Nathaniel to represent him because he seemed to care and to have a lot of experience. He told us what to expect without promising anything and knew what evidence was needed to help our case. He presented our case and seemed to be friendly with the prosecutors and court people, who dismissed my husband's case. Anybody looking for a lawyer should hire Nathaniel. My husband and I are truly grateful for all of his help.
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Anonymous
09 Mar, 2017
My son made a bad decision in a moment of anger and was arrested over it. He admitted to doing it and I was worried what impact his case would have on his future. Nathaniel never promised any results to me, but it was clear that he knew exactly what the prosecutors would be looking for to justify a dismissal, and got to work quickly on the file before court, e-mailing the prosecutors with evidence and stopping by to chat with them to show what actually happened. He was able to show the whole story of the circumstances leading to my son's arrest, and the prosecutor dismissed his case on the first setting. I recommend Nathaniel Pitoniak to anyone looking to hire a criminal defense lawyer.
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Anonymous
02 Mar, 2017
I was on felony probation when I picked up a misdemeanor case. I was worried about the effect the misdemeanor might have on my probation--whether they would revoke my probation and send me to prison. Nathaniel gave me clear directions on how to collect evidence and what to expect, and was able to get my case dismissed after he discussed my case with the prosecutor. His fee was very reasonable. I recommend Nathaniel to anybody looking for a criminal defense lawyer
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Anonymous
01 Mar, 2017
I had never been arrested before and was frightened about the prospect of going to jail. The prosecutor's office's policy was that I was not eligible for a deferred adjudication, so the case would have stayed on my record forever, preventing me from ever getting a good job. I was very worried during this process, but Nathaniel always made himself available to speak with me and put me at ease. Nathaniel worked hard to show the prosecutors what kind of person I was and worked with the people who knew me to prepare the necessary evidence. Nathaniel was able to get me a three-month pre-trial intervention, which is basically a three month reset after which my case is dismissed and I can get it expunged. Although I did not have to plead guilty, when we went before the judge he told me that this is a very rare and good deal and said my lawyer had done a good job. I recommend Nathaniel to anyone seeking a criminal defense lawyer.
I cannot thank Mr. Pitoniak enough for pretty much saving my young life from being labelled a criminal. It is because of him I will be able to put all of this behind me for the rest of my life. Not only a great attorney, but a great man.
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Dee
24 Feb, 2017
I am fifty five years old, had a clear criminal history, and was charged with a Felony Assault case. I was scared--my job was on the line. I was also afraid of the possibility of going to prison. I hired Nathaniel and he started work quickly. During his investigation, he discovered evidence proving my innocence. He brought this to the attention of the prosecutors who happily dismissed my case. I think it was helpful that he talked to all the people who knew me to guide them through how to prepare an affidavit for my case. My case was dismissed on his first appearance because of all the work he did out of court.
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Miah
26 Jan, 2017
I had no criminal record and I was facing serious immigration consequences if I plead guilty to the crime I was charged with. Nathaniel Pitoniak promised he would do his best for me and worked heard to gather evidence proving what kind of person I was.This case was very important to me because it had serious immigration consequences for me and my family. If I had plead guilty to the crime I was charge with. I would have faced deportation, even if I had taken a deferred adjudication.Nathaniel was able to persuade the prosecutors to grant me pre trial intervention,which was protected my immigration status. I recommend Nathaniel Pitoniak to anyone who wants a hard working and effective criminal defence attorney.
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