Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Danbury, CT

15 firms listed · 8 in Danbury · 2 open 24/7 · 3 open weekends · 13 rated 4.5+

Data verified October 26, 2026

Thibodeau Beadnell Law Group

Thibodeau Beadnell Law Group

4.9 107 reviews
“They made the entire process feel smooth and stress-free, took the time to explain all the documents, and made sure I felt comfortable and confident every step of the way.”
Connecticut Bar since 2014Free consultationSince 2023
52 North St
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Black's Law Group

Black's Law Group

5.0 42 reviews
“His thoroughness in looking for issues and fighting for the best results ended with positive outcomes.”
Open 24 hoursSince 2023
7 National Pl
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Hoekenga Machado & Lyon

Hoekenga Machado & Lyon

4.6 33 reviews
“She was highly recommended to me and I would highly recommend her to anyone in need of counsel.”
Free consultationSince 2006
193 Main St
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Peter Buzaid Law Office

Peter Buzaid Law Office

4.4 4 reviews
“Peter Buzaid knows his stuff and will get the best possible result in the smallest amount of time.”
Since 2016
59 Main St
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Jowdy & Jowdy

Jowdy & Jowdy

4.7 17 reviews
“They were great in handling a motor vehicle ticket for me back in September 2025.”
Since 2000
67 West St
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Grispin & Chan

Grispin & Chan

5.0 1 review
“If you are looking for a law practice that truly works for their clients best interest than look no further and call Grispin & Chan.”
Connecticut Bar since 1993Since 2014
44 North St
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The 15 firms listed for Danbury, CT defend criminal charges for people. What each states about the offenses it takes and the courts it appears in comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.

Area overview: Danbury, CT

8 of the 15 firms we list are based in Danbury; the other 7 serve Danbury from towns including Carmel Hamlet, NY (11 mi), Brewster, NY (5 mi) and New Fairfield (5 mi). The firms on this page are rated from 4.1 to 5.0 across 635 reviews; 6 have 50 or more reviews and 13 are rated 4.5 or higher. 2 are open around the clock and 3 are open on weekends. The practice areas the firms on this page list most often on their websites are personal injury (5), family law (4), criminal defense (3), real estate law (3) and civil litigation (2). 1 has a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 11 websites of the firms on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1999. 2 offer urgent consultations and 4 offer a free initial consultation. We have a website on file for all 15 of the firms on this page; 10 publish a contact page and 7 list a public email. We count these figures across the firms on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the firm before you book a consultation.

Are criminal law firms listed for Danbury open on Saturdays or Sundays?

3 of the 15 firms on this page list hours on a Saturday or a Sunday. Arrests keep no office hours, so the more useful question is whether a firm answers its phone for a custody call at night. Ask that directly when you call, and ask who picks up.

Law Offices of Richard D. Arconti

Law Offices of Richard D. Arconti

5.0 7 reviews
“Rich Arconti and his staff did a great job!”
Free phone consultationNo fee unless you winConnecticut Bar since 1977Serves Danbury, CT, surrounding areasSince 2008
68 North St
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S.B. Nickse Law Offices

S.B. Nickse Law Offices

5.0 1 review
“I am so happy to have Stephanie Nicksy on my side, I have never met any one before being so kind and helpful.”
Serves ConnecticutSince 2018
83 Wooster Hts Rd #125
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Christopher York

Christopher York

4.9 59 reviews
“I appreciated the attention and care given to my case and would highly recommend his services.”
Free phone consultationNew York Bar since 1984Serves Patterson, Kent +4BBB A+Since 2017
Brewster, NY · 5 mi from Danbury
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The Law Office of Keith R. Murphy

The Law Office of Keith R. Murphy

4.9 52 reviews
“He helped me through a difficult situation and represented me in court with great care.”
Open 24 hoursSince 2010
Carmel Hamlet, NY · 11 mi from Danbury
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Law Offices of Joseph J. Tock

Law Offices of Joseph J. Tock

4.9 91 reviews
“If you want someone to go above and beyond with your case and provide life saving counseling this is the firm.”
Since 1999
Mahopac, NY · 13 mi from Danbury
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Law Offices Of Joshua D. Martin

Law Offices Of Joshua D. Martin

4.9 52 reviews
“I highly recommend attorney Josh Martin, who guided me through a difficult and overwhelming situation with exceptional knowledge and professionalism.”
Free consultationSince 2019
Carmel Hamlet, NY · 11 mi from Danbury
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Moots Pellegrini

Moots Pellegrini

5.0 15 reviews
“The team is attentive and timely in reaching back to you and go out of there way in every aspect.”
Free consultationNo fee unless you winSince 1983
New Milford, CT · 13 mi from Danbury
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Smithlaw

Smithlaw

5.0 5 reviews
“Both attorney Rich Smith and Christina DeFeo are very knowledge and just a pleasure to work with.”
Since 1993
New Fairfield, CT · 5 mi from Danbury
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The Law Office of Joseph J. Fonseca

The Law Office of Joseph J. Fonseca

4.1 3 reviews
“I finally have such hope after finally speaking to a very knowledgeable lawyer where my previous lawyers were nasty rude & made my situation worse.”
Since 2014
Carmel Hamlet, NY · 11 mi from Danbury
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