Koplow Law Firm

Mr. Koplow's practice concentrates on impaired driving and serious vehicular crime cases, drawing on experience as both a former prosecutor and a defense attorney.

Prior Experience

• Former DUI prosecutor with the Maricopa County Attorney's Office
• Worked in the Vehicular Crimes Unit, handling serious driving-related criminal cases
• Former in-house counsel for a major insurance company (Farmer's Insurance), defending civil lawsuits arising from vehicular accidents

This mix of criminal prosecution and civil defense experience provides a broad perspective on DUI and vehicular crime matters.

Focus and Qualifications

• Practice focused on DUI and vehicular crimes, including misdemeanor DUI, felony DUI, aggravated DUI, vehicular homicide, vehicular assault, endangerment, and related offenses.
• Regularly reviews new case law, scientific literature, and legal treatises involving DUI and forensic evidence.
• Maintains a network of experts, including:
• Forensic toxicologists
• Accident reconstructionists
• Biomechanical engineers
• Ophthalmologists

These experts may be engaged when needed to help analyze and challenge the prosecution's evidence.

Awards and Honors

According to the firm's published information, recognitions include:

• Outstanding Contribution to DUI Defense Award – Arizona Attorneys for Criminal Justice (AACJ), 2015
• President's Commendation – AACJ, for work in *State v. Diaz*, where a statute used to seize blood without a warrant was successfully challenged (opinion issued January 18, 2019)
• Southwest Super Lawyers – selected for multiple years (2019–2025)

Professional Memberships and Committees

• Member, National College of DUI Defense
• Member, Arizona Attorneys for Criminal Justice
• Member, National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
• Legislative Committee Member, AACJ (2018–present)
• Member, Felony Defense Review Committee, Maricopa County Superior Court (2016–present)

Teaching, Training, and Publications

• Frequently invited to train other attorneys in Arizona and other states on DUI and vehicular crimes defense.
• Author of "Challenging Blood Alcohol Measurements" in Aspatore Publishing's treatise *Defending Vehicular Homicide Cases* (2015 edition).

Defense Philosophy

• Views DUI cases as examples of good people caught on one of their worst days.
• Emphasizes:
• Exposing flaws in forensic testing and data
• Protecting constitutional rights
• Exploring whether there is a legal way out rather than assuming a conviction
• Preparing each case as if it will go to trial, even when a negotiated resolution is likely
• Aims to help clients protect their liberty, restore their dignity, and move forward after charges.

For details about how this background may apply to a specific situation, potential clients are encouraged to contact the firm directly.

• Misdemeanor DUI
• Felony and aggravated DUI
• Drug DUI (including marijuana and prescription drugs)
• Vehicular crimes, such as:
• Vehicular assault
• Vehicular manslaughter
• Endangerment and other serious traffic-related offenses
• Drug crimes, including possession, distribution, manufacturing, trafficking, and related federal charges
• Driver's license and DUI-related suspensions and implied-consent issues

Approach to Defense

• Led by former DUI prosecutor Lawrence Koplow, who previously worked in the Maricopa County Attorney's Office Vehicular Crimes Unit.
• Defense strategies emphasize:
• Challenging forensic evidence and blood-alcohol testing
• Examining field sobriety tests and roadside conditions
• Identifying constitutional violations and procedural errors
• Working with forensic experts such as toxicologists, accident reconstructionists, biomechanical engineers, and ophthalmologists when appropriate
• Every case is prepared as if it may go to trial, whether or not a trial ultimately occurs.

How Representation Works

• The firm provides direct representation by Lawrence Koplow rather than delegating cases to junior associates.
• Clients can expect:
• One-on-one communication with the attorney handling the case
• A tailored defense strategy based on the specific facts and evidence
• Clear explanations of options, risks, and potential consequences

Consultations and Meeting Options

• Consultations are free.
• The firm offers virtual meetings, allowing representation of clients anywhere in Arizona.
• The practice is designed to respond quickly after an arrest, when evidence is most accessible and options are widest.

For fastest help after an arrest, calling the firm is recommended.

Office Location

• Address:

2501 N. 7th Street, Suite #120 Phoenix, AZ 85006

The office is centrally located in Phoenix. Map and driving directions are available on the website's Contact page.

Service Area

• Based in Phoenix, Arizona
• Represents clients throughout Arizona, including Phoenix, Scottsdale, and the rest of Maricopa County

Availability and Consultations

• Consultations are free.
• The firm offers virtual meetings so clients can work with the attorney from anywhere in Arizona.
• The practice describes itself as available 24/7 for people facing DUI, drug, or vehicular crime charges.

If you have been arrested or charged and need specific advice on your situation, call (602) 560-7837 or use the contact form on the website.

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