Experienced
If there is a criminal matter, Renee Hessling has handled it. Everything from traffic stops gone awry, petty thefts to white collar crime, and homicides.
Personalized Service
We take the time to understand the client’s specific situation and tailor our strategy accordingly, offering individual attention and support.
Proven Results
Litigating in the courtroom is a special skillset, as is negotiating for the best results. Renee has received “Not Guilty” verdicts on homicides, attempted homicide, gang, assault, theft, and robbery cases.
ABOUT US
Assertive. Accomplished. Empathetic.
As a veteran defense attorney, Renee Hessling approaches every case with assertiveness, experience, and deep empathy. She firmly believes that every individual deserves a strong advocate—someone who not only understands the law but also genuinely listens, communicates openly, and stands firm in their corner. Renee’s role is to protect your rights, ensure your voice is heard, and guide you through the legal process with honesty and respect. Whether you’re facing a complex legal challenge or seeking clarity in uncertain times, she is here to fight for you with skill, integrity, and compassion.
PRACTICE AREAS
What We Cover
Criminal defense can cover a wide spectrum of crimes, from traffic offenses to complex federal crimes like fraud, money laundering, or homicide. Learn more about some of the practice areas we cover.
Homicides
Homicide is the act of one person killing another, which can be criminal, justified, or excused depending on the circumstances and intent involved.
White Collar Crimes
White collar crime involves non-violent, financially motivated offenses committed by individuals or organizations, typically in business or government, such as fraud, embezzlement, or insider trading.
Fraud
Fraud is the deliberate deception or misrepresentation intended to secure unlawful gain or cause loss to another person, often involving money, property, or services.
Assault and Battery
Assault is the threat or attempt to cause harm, while battery is the actual physical contact or harm inflicted on another person without consent.
Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault
Domestic violence is abuse within intimate or family relationships; sexual assault involves any non-consensual sexual act, both aiming to exert power, control, or cause harm..
Drug Related Offense
Drug-related offenses involve the illegal possession, distribution, manufacture, or trafficking of controlled substances, often regulated by federal and state laws with varying penalties.
Gang Crime
Gang crime refers to illegal activities committed by or for criminal gangs, including violence, drug trafficking, and intimidation, often to assert control or gain profit.
Prostitution
Prostitution is the exchange of sexual services for money or goods, often regulated or criminalized depending on local laws and circumstances surrounding consent and exploitation.
Robberies/ Burglaries
Robbery is the unlawful taking of property from a person through force, intimidation, or threat of violence, distinguishing it from theft by involving direct confrontation.
WHO WE ARE
Veteran Criminal Defense Attorney
- Experience
If there is a criminal matter, Renee Hessling has handled it. Everything from traffic stops gone awry, petty thefts to white collar crime, and special circumstance homicides, Renee Hessling has done it. To be truly qualified, experience is required. With over a decade of experience, Renee Hessling has taken dozens and dozens of cases to jury trial. These cases include domestic violence, D.U.I’s, thefts, robbery, gang cases, juvenile matters, sexual assault, molestation, homicide and assault. There is nothing she hasn’t handled; there is nothing she can’t handle. - Results
Nothing is more serious, nothing is more frightening, and nothing creates more anxiety than facing criminal charges. That is why results matter. Renee Hessling is always focused on how to get the best results. The goal is always how to get the charges dismissed, but it can also mean preventing charges from even being filed. Renee Hessling understands these goals and works with her clients to achieve them. Litigating in the courtroom is a special skillset, as is negotiating for the best results. Renee Hessling has mastered both. She has received “Not Guilty” verdicts on homicides, attempted homicide, gang cases, assault cases, theft cases, and robbery cases. - Reputation
Reputation is simply the biproduct of hard work and professionalism. For an attorney, nothing matters more than reputation. It means the judge will listen, and it means the Prosecutor will respect. Reputation is a tool used by good lawyers to achieve the desired results. Renee Hessling has an impeccable reputation for being an aggressive, professional and effective advocate.
TEAM
Your Legal Advocates
We fiercely protect clients’ rights, challenge the prosecution’s case, and strive to achieve the most just outcome through skillful, strategic representation on your behalf.
Renee M. Hessling
Principal Attorney