CDH Law, PLLC - Syracuse, NY

Assertive Courtroom Advocacy at CDH Law, PLLC in Syracuse

Facing serious criminal charges, going through a contentious family breakdown, or coping with a life-altering accident requires an advocate who will fight aggressively for your future. Located at 211 Tompkins Street in Syracuse, CDH Law, PLLC (Carden Dotzler Hammond) is a respected, veteran-owned law practice known throughout Onondaga County for fearless courtroom advocacy and strategic precision. Founded by former prosecutors Clifton C. Carden III, Matthew D. Dotzler, and J. David Hammond, the firm brings invaluable prosecutorial insight to every case. The firm gained national prominence for its pivotal role in successfully exonerating wrongfully convicted individuals, demonstrating their relentless dedication to justice. When you need to find an attorney or hire a lawyer in Syracuse who will stand between you and the power of the state or an uncooperative insurance company, CDH Law provides the trial-tested representation you deserve.

Tenacious Criminal Defense Lawyers and DWI Protection

Because the attorneys at CDH Law are former prosecutors, they know exactly how the government builds cases, where weaknesses hide in police reports, and how to attack flawed evidence. As aggressive criminal defense lawyers, the firm defends clients facing misdemeanor, felony, and federal offenses, including:

• Driving while intoxicated (DWI/DWAI) defense, challenging chemical breath tests, roadside checkpoints, and license suspensions;
• Drug crime defense lawyers handling possession, distribution, and federal conspiracy charges;
• Violent crime defense lawyers defending against assault, robbery, domestic violence, manslaughter, and homicide allegations;
• Theft and burglary defense lawyers protecting against petit larceny, grand larceny, and shoplifting charges;
• Traffic ticket lawyers defending commercial driver licenses (CDL) and resolving speeding citations.

Dedicated Divorce Lawyers and Family Law Counsel

Navigating the dissolution of a marriage or a dispute over parental rights demands sharp legal strategy and heartfelt compassion. Serving as experienced divorce lawyers, the firm assists individuals through high-conflict contested divorces, financial disclosures, and the equitable distribution of marital property. The firm investigates hidden marital assets and secures appropriate spousal support. In family court, their child custody lawyers advocate fiercely for parental decision-making authority and practical visitation schedules, while their child support lawyers guarantee calculations adhere to statutory standards. The firm also assists victims of domestic violence in obtaining emergency orders of protection.

Aggressive Personal Injury and Accident Injury Representation

For individuals injured due to the negligence of others, CDH Law serves as formidable accident and injury advocates. The firm takes on complex claims involving car accident injuries, commercial truck collisions, catastrophic construction site accidents under New York Labor Law, medical malpractice, and wrongful death lawsuits. The firm collaborates with medical specialists, accident reconstructionists, and private investigators to construct undeniable claims that maximize financial recovery for pain, suffering, medical bills, and lost earnings.

Schedule a Free Consultation with CDH Law in Syracuse

With an emphasis on veteran discipline, direct client communication, and full bilingual representation in English and Spanish, CDH Law provides unmatched legal support. If you need an attorney who will tirelessly defend your freedom or financial well-being, contact CDH Law today to schedule a free, confidential initial consultation.