Federal Criminal Charges: Indiana Defense Attorneys
If you have been charged with a federal crime, it is important that you have an attorney who has considerable knowledge of the federal court system. Many criminal defense attorneys practice almost exclusively handling state criminal charges and have limited experience in federal cases.
Federal criminal charges are significantly different than state charges. The sentencing guidelines are different, the rules of evidence are different and the prosecutors are different. If you are facing federal criminal charges, you want an attorney who has extensive experience in federal criminal cases.
If you are facing a federal charge in Lake County, Porter County or the surrounding areas of northwest Indiana, you can find the experienced legal representation you need by contacting attorneys P. Jeffrey Schlesinger and Charles E. Stewart, Jr. in Merrillville, Indiana.* Attorneys Schlesinger and Stewart both graduated from Valparaiso University School of Law and have practiced locally since that time handling numerous federal criminal charges.
Attorneys Schlesinger and Stewart handle all federal criminal charges, including:
- Drug charges: trafficking, smuggling, manufacture, conspiracy, and others
- White Collar Crimes: fraud, embezzlement, mortgage fraud
- RICO and criminal conspiracy charges
- Violent crimes and weapons offenses
If you need to speak with attorneys Schlesinger and Stewart, they are pleased to offer a free consultation to discuss your case. To schedule your appointment, call 219-682-1038. For toll-free assistance, call 877-244-2087.
Experienced Negotiators and Trial Lawyers
Attorneys Schlesinger and Stewart each have more than 30 years of legal experience. They each have considerable trial experience and appellate experience representing individuals before state and federal trial courts, appellate courts, and the Indiana and United States Supreme Courts. They can handle all state and federal criminal charges from simple traffic violations to murder charges. The variety of their criminal practices allows them to make creative arguments when necessary on simple or serious criminal allegations.
Aggressive Defense Attorneys
Attorneys Schlesinger and Stewart each have reputations as tough criminal defense attorneys who aggressively protect their clients' rights. As dedicated legal advocates, attorneys Schlesinger and Stewart provide a vigorous defense for each client they represent. They negotiate with a firm resolve and prepare meticulously for the possibility of trial.
Contact an Attorney
If you are under investigation for a federal offense, think you are under federal investigation or have been charged with a federal crime, contact attorneys Schlesinger and Stewart.
* P. Jeffrey Schlesinger and Charles E. Stewart, Jr. are not partners, but work out of the same office space in Merrillville, Indiana.






