Serious Charges Require Serious Advocacy
If you are facing a felony charge – even if it is murder – I have the skills and experience to defend you. At my firm, you are a person, not just a client. Criminal defense representation is all I do.
Serious Charges Require Serious Advocacy
If you are facing a felony charge – even if it is murder – I have the skills and experience to defend you. At my firm, you are a person, not just a client.
Aggressively Protecting Clients Across Connecticut For More Than 20 Years
My Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
I defend clients on charges ranging from DUI, drug offenses and assault to kidnapping, rape and domestic violence.
Federal Crimes
I represent clients facing federal-level crimes such as drug trafficking, fraud, racketeering and related charges.
Manslaughter And Murder
I provide in-depth investigation of the evidence against you to reach the best possible resolution to your charges.
Bringing Calm To Your Legal Crisis
Your life can change dramatically if you are convicted of a serious felony. You may face a long prison sentence, the loss of rights, including gun possession, and post-conviction consequences that make getting a job or renting a place to live a challenge. You and your family may be feeling a lot of difficult emotions and fear what the future is going to bring if you lose your criminal case in court.
While no one can make your situation just “go away,” I can help you defend yourself. I’m Sebastian DeSantis, founder of DeSantis Law Firm. I don’t just talk to you about the law; I listen to your side of the story. My goal as your lawyer is to get to the bottom of your charges and construct a robust defense to counter the prosecution’s version of events. I view my clients as ordinary people caught in a tough situation, and it’s my job to help you face your case with courage and clear eyes about what you can expect to happen.
Well Equipped To Represent You
Connecticut defense lawyers are not interchangeable. I bring a lot to the table that can help you reach the best outcome for your case – whether that results in all charges being dropped, an acquittal, a plea deal or reduced charges.
I have over 20 years of experience as an attorney and have handled thousands of criminal cases in state, federal and tribal courts. I have represented clients on trial for murder as well as those charged with DUIs and misdemeanors. I’ve handled appeals in state court as well as in the Second Circuit Court of Appeals at the federal level. I’ve been board-certified in criminal trial advocacy by the National Board of Trial Advocacy since 2006. Only a handful of Connecticut attorneys can claim this credential. Since 2013, I’ve been selected annually to the Top 100 Criminal Trial Lawyers list established by The National Trial Lawyers organization. In 2021, I was named to the Super Lawyers list by my peers.
Beyond my own experience and achievements, I have built a network of relationships with expert witnesses, including psychiatrists, social workers, psychologists, who can help provide crucial context to the facts of your case. These relationships can make a significant impact on how a judge or jury may view your situation.
Call 860-406-8569 To Get The Help You Need
I created DeSantis Law Firm because I believe every person deserves the best defense possible, regardless of the criminal charges they are facing. I will keep you and your family updated on your case at every step of the way. To get started building your strongest possible defense, call my office in New Haven at 860-406-8569 or send me an email through the intake form on this site. I also accept consultations in New London by appointment.
Trust your case and your freedom to a board-certified criminal trial advocate.