We are a full-service law firm focused on criminal defense. James also provides representation in record expungement, sentence modification, probation violations, driving privilege restoration, and related matters. James has been in practice for 18 years and served both as a deputy prosecutor and a defense attorney. See what others are saying about us in our Google Reviews below!

Wendy Sweeney
Wendy Sweeney
16:55 23 Jun 23
So far so good!
Summer
Summer
08:08 30 Apr 23
vicki jones
vicki jones
20:02 07 Feb 23
Always responded to my questions in a polite & positive mannerWas very helpful in helping me understand the processWould definitely recommend him & use his services again if I ever needed any legal help
Anna Briant
Anna Briant
14:17 06 Feb 23
James Metzger is amazing attorney, i luckily had gotten him as public defender and i couldnt have asked for better service. professional and non-judgemental. i highly recommend to anyone with criminal issues
danial armentrout
danial armentrout
01:32 24 Jan 23
Very professional and efficient! I would highly recommend him to family and friends.
Zachary Johnson
Zachary Johnson
01:53 21 Jan 23
My case was weird and had some problems but mr Metzger came though in a big way and I thank him for his services I would recommend anyone to give him a call he's straight forward and knowledgeable and dependable
Latoya Family
Latoya Family
14:16 31 Jul 21
I do not live in state. I had to hire a lawyer for a custody issue and not only did he take my consult on the spot, my matter was resolved within a matter of days. The advice he gave me, was in the best interest of my child because I would have done differently.
Roberto Torrellas
Roberto Torrellas
23:25 21 Jul 20
Fantastic service I recommend the lawyer James works hard to help you in any way he can. My family and I are very happy with your service and being able to help us to continue with my future. Thank you very much James, we are very happy for the good service you gave us, I would have no words to explain your service. Thanks again for everything!! God bless you always.
debby long
debby long
17:01 11 May 20
Mr Metzger was great. He provided a great service to my son Zachary at a much better value than other attorneys. He arrived at court on time and prepared to defend and support my son and the positive outcome of work release was because of him
Ty Fouse
Ty Fouse
06:41 12 Dec 19
Great Service and very knowledgeable. Excellent defense.
Tiffany Kates
Tiffany Kates
19:11 26 Aug 19
Unfortunately, I had to retain a attorney for forfeiture. Luckily, I retained James. He was insightful, professional and understanding of the stress this process brings on clients. I definitely would recommend Mr. Metzger to anyone facing legal challenges.
Charles Alexander
Charles Alexander
23:09 22 Aug 19
James was excellent with service and knowledge! I had a complex situation and he found the "needle in the haystack" that cleared me and enabled me to proceed in life proactively. If there is any opportunity to enhance your life or loved ones for the better, James is your man. He will communicate a game plan, relay consequences of options and proceed as requested. Excellent lawyer, he's a positive life changing professional if the opportunity is there! He's your man!!
Lauren Iversen
Lauren Iversen
22:45 07 Jun 19
James was very courteous, answered all my questions in a timely manner, and overall was an excellent help in my case! I highly recommend him!!
kimberly mcfadden
kimberly mcfadden
18:37 08 Apr 19
James is a excellent attorney. I highly recommend
Porsha Alexander
Porsha Alexander
16:30 20 Aug 18
great guy gets the job done !!!
Terry P
Terry P
22:12 08 May 18
I enjoyed working with James. He was very professional, knowledgeable, and able to put the law into terms I could understand. The cost of his services was more than fair, and my outcome from my case was positive. If I ever find that I need a attorney again, James will definitely be the first person I call!
Kayla Newport
Kayla Newport
03:44 02 Feb 18
James is a very professional and down to earth guy. I felt at ease and confident James could handle any scenerio they sent our way. Thanks a million!
Matt Baker
Matt Baker
06:09 09 Dec 17
James is knowledgeable, professional, and follows through. Would retain again for any reason.
Heather Lotempio
Heather Lotempio
19:47 27 Jan 17
James is the superhero knowledge genius to show you the way to go when everyone else has you running in circles. He can get the thing done for you. He's a great person to have on your side. His daughter is surprisingly super cute. 😂 And James has a good sense of humor. He's the whole package.
See All Reviews
js_loader

  Most cases are not won with a Perry Mason type moment in front of a dozen stunned jurors sitting in a packed courtroom; far from it.  Indeed, less than ten percent of cases ever go to trial at all.  Most often it is the behind the scenes skill set of an experienced and well-versed attorney that make the difference.  Skills such as being able to ascertain all of the facts in the case through proper use of legal tools such as depositions and other discovery, researching and understanding exactly how the law applies to those facts once ascertained, proper filing and arguing appropriate motions to the court such as motions to suppress evidence, being able to evaluate your opponent’s position and likely strategy, identifying the intangibles in a case including evaluation of how a witness might be perceived by a court regardless of her testimony, and the ability to harness these skills to artfully negotiate with your opponent are often what leads to a favorable outcome for the client.   These are all skills I have honed for nearly two decades.