Criminal Law
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When you’re facing criminal charges, it’s critical to have an experienced and committed attorney on your side. The State and Federal Governments have vast resources to pursue criminal convictions, and you deserve a legal team that will match that intensity with skill, preparation, and unwavering advocacy.
A criminal conviction can impact every part of your life—your employment, financial stability, reputation, and even your personal relationships. It can also lead to long-term consequences, such as increased insurance premiums, court-ordered programs, and disruptions to your daily routine.
At SW&L Attorneys, our criminal defense team is based in Fargo and licensed to practice in North Dakota, Minnesota, and Federal Courts in both states. We represent clients in all types of criminal matters—from infractions and misdemeanors to the most serious felony charges.
We are dedicated to protecting your rights, guiding you through the legal process, and fighting for the best possible outcome. When your future is at stake, we provide the experience, clarity, and commitment you need. Our firm has represented individuals for an array of criminal charges. Many of the cases we represent clients with include: alcohol violations, assault & battery, disorderly conduct, drug charges, DUI/DWI, probation violation, robbery, burglary, & theft, white collar crimes, gun rights, sealing of criminal records, and more.
Our Criminal Law Attorneys
Jesse Lange provided exceptional representation for a family member with favorable results. Jesse was always available for questions and kept us informed along the way. He truly cares about his clients. I highly recommend Jesse.
I had an excellent experience working with Adam Justinger. He was so knowledgeable and made me feel confident and secure in the process from the first conversation with him. He was on top of everything and communicated and explained everything thoroughly throughout the case. I would recommend over and over again.
My boyfriend needed a crimal justice lawyer and we searched and called a lot of places but after much research decided to go with Justinger from SW&L. He was absolutely incredible. Answered all of our questions, was available even after business hours. I cannot say enough good things about Adam. The best part, he got our case dismissed. If you’re looking for a criminal justice lawyer I would highly recommend Adam!
Writing this review after an excellent experience with SW&L Attorneys. Having attorneys with both Minnesota AND North Dakota experience was especially helpful in my case. After reaching out to a few different potential representatives, the professional and responsiveness of SW&L’s firm was by far the reason I committed to working with them. My Attorney is Adam J and he has made it clear that I am important, a priority, and is very aware of my situation. His knowledge of who is who, what laws are what, and how the process would work from start to finish truly helped. Yes, the fees are expected, but there is no way I’d be able to represent myself! After another attorney’s office didn’t respond to me, another made contact but no follow-through, and after a preliminary discussion with Adam (the only firm who actively had a discussion, proactively), I knew that this was my best opportunity for a level-headed, realistic, and honest representative. We had phone discussions, SW&L was able to acquire what they needed from the law enforcement side of the aisle, I was able to appoint counsel to attend hearing on my behalf if I was not able, and now am complete with that was agreed upon. If ever I were in a similar bind (I won’t be, don’t worry Adam!), I would highly suggest SW&L. Professional, respectful, understanding, and successful in meeting my needs and expectations. 10/10.