Facing a criminal case is a particularly trying situation, whether it involves police custody, a voluntary interview, being placed under formal investigation, a fast-track trial, or a summons before the Criminal Court. In this context, choosing a criminal lawyer who can act quickly and effectively is essential to protect your rights and build a defense strategy tailored to your situation.
The CARREZ Law Firm assists individuals, professionals, business leaders, and victims facing criminal proceedings in Nice and throughout France. Thanks to its experience in criminal matters, the firm acts with rigour, humanity, and responsiveness to ensure the best possible defense for each client.
Whether you are presumed innocent, accused of a criminal offence or a serious crime, a victim of assault, or involved in a judicial investigation, Maître CARREZ takes your future, your interests, and the human stakes of your case to heart. Every criminal case requires a thorough study of the facts, evidence, procedure, and personal background to ensure a solid and strategic criminal defense.
Criminal law is a complex field that requires in-depth knowledge of the Criminal Code, criminal procedure, and the functioning of judicial courts. From the first interactions with police services, an investigating judge, or the public prosecutor, the decisions made can have significant consequences for your freedom, family life, professional activity, or reputation.
The role of a criminal defense lawyer is to assist, advise, and defend you at every stage of criminal proceedings. The CARREZ Law Firm handles cases in general criminal law as well as business criminal law, international criminal law, and disputes related to economic and financial offences.
Retaining a specialised criminal lawyer allows you to:
Maître CARREZ strives to establish a relationship of trust with each client to ensure clear, transparent, and confidential communication throughout the procedure.
Every criminal procedure is unique. Behind each case, there are significant human, family, professional, and financial stakes. The firm implements a personalised defense strategy adapted to the nature of the offence, the jurisdiction concerned, and the client’s objectives.
Maître CARREZ handles a wide range of criminal matters, including:
We also provide criminal defense in complex procedures requiring in-depth technical expertise, particularly in international criminal law, extradition, European arrest warrants, and organised crime.
In all these situations, Maître CARREZ strives to defend the rights of his clients with determination, efficiency, and humanity. The objective is to identify any procedural flaws, examine evidence, prepare for hearings, and build a solid legal argument before the competent courts.
Police custody or a voluntary interview often constitutes a decisive moment in criminal proceedings. The initial statements made to investigators can have significant consequences for the rest of the case.
The CARREZ Law Firm acts quickly to assist individuals placed in police custody or summoned as part of criminal proceedings. The lawyer ensures compliance with the client’s fundamental rights, access to the file when possible, and preparation for interviews.
In the event of a fast-track trial, responsiveness is essential. This rapid procedure leaves little time to organise an effective defense. Maître CARREZ immediately reviews the case elements to prepare an adapted strategy and represent his client before the Criminal Court.
We also represent clients in proceedings before the investigating judge , applications for release, appeals and requests for sentence adjustments.
Reliable Response from an Experienced Lawyer within 48 hours
Maître CARREZ’s firm offers an innovative online legal consultation service.
Do you have a legal problem? You can call the firm or send your question by email. A lawyer from the firm will then draft a legal opinion on your situation and the possible procedural steps.
This service saves you from having to travel to the firm if an appointment is not necessary or if the volume of documents to be communicated does not require it.
The time saving is considerable for both parties. As a result, the consultation is less expensive for the client wishing to obtain a clear and quick answer, more or less detailed according to their choice.
Phone Consultation: this will be invoiced at a flat rate upon your prior agreement for an amount of €30 including VAT.
Written Consultation: this will be invoiced at €180 including VAT and may, after client agreement, incur additional charges depending on the specifics of the question asked and the research required.
Criminal law also concerns victims who have suffered physical, psychological, or financial harm. Being a victim of an offence can have significant consequences on personal, family, and professional life.
The CARREZ Law Firm assists victims to:
We work to establish liability and demonstrate the consequences of the offence in order to obtain compensation that reflects the victim’s situation.
Maître CARREZ acts for both individuals and businesses facing criminal proceedings or complex criminal litigation.
In the context of business criminal law, the firm assists executives, companies, and professionals in procedures related to:
The firm also provides legal advice to anticipate certain criminal risks and protect the interests of professionals facing significant judicial challenges.
Legal Emergency: Contact the Firm for an Immediate Appointment
The CARREZ Law Firm attaches particular importance to the quality of support offered to each client. Criminal proceedings can be long, stressful, and complex. In this context, it is essential to be assisted bya lawyer who is available, attentive and fully committed to your case.
Each case benefits from:
We ensure clear and regular communication so that each client can understand the stakes of their case, the stages of the procedure, and the available options.
The fees of a criminal defense lawyer vary according to several criteria such as the complexity of the case, the jurisdiction concerned, the time devoted to the matter, or the type of procedure initiated.
The CARREZ Law Firm ensures transparency regarding the terms of engagement and the lawyer’s fees applicable to the case. A consultation with a lawyer enables you to:
In criminal matters, the firm only accepts legal aid (aide juridictionnelle) when acting on behalf of a victim. This can be discussed directly with the firm.
Choosing a criminal lawyer is about more than selecting a legal professional. It means entrusting your defense, your reputation, sometimes your freedom and your future to a firm capable of understanding the human and judicial stakes of the case.
Maître CARREZ provides his clients with:
The firm represents its clients before the competent courts, defending their interests with determination and efficiency.
Have you been summoned to appear before a criminal court? Are you under investigation, in police custody or under formal investigation? Are you a victim of an offence and wish to be assisted in your legal proceedings?
Maître CARREZ acts quickly to advise you, defend your interests, and ensure your representation before the competent courts.
Each situation deserves a precise analysis and an adapted strategy. An initial discussion will allow us to study your case, answer your questions, and define the actions to be taken to ensure your criminal defense.
It is recommended to contact a lawyer as soon as you are contacted by the police or investigators or upon receiving a summons. Acting quickly allows you to better prepare your defence and limit certain procedural risks.
Yes. A lawyer’s assistance is essential during police custody. The lawyer can attend interviews, verify that your rights are respected, and advise you on the strategy to adopt.
Yes. The CARREZ Law Firm acts both for people under investigation or prosecution and for victims of criminal offences.
A fast-track trial requires a quick reaction. It is important to be assisted immediately to prepare your defense and analyse possible options before the hearing.
Yes. Exchanges between a lawyer and their client are protected by professional secrecy.
Yes, provided the firm agrees to act in the area concerned. This information must be confirmed directly with the CARREZ Law Firm.
Fees depend notably on the nature of the case, its complexity, and the time required to handle the matter. The terms are specified during the initial discussion.
The CARREZ Law Firm can handle many types of criminal cases: violence, road traffic offences, drugs, fraud, breach of trust, financial offences, or cases before the Criminal Court and the Assize Court.
