Our Philosophy
Our experienced Arizona criminal defense attorneys know effective representation begins with careful analysis of the evidence with careful analysis of the evidence and a clear strategy designed to protect the client’s rights at every stage of the process.
Our Team
Schreck Law Firm is built around experienced Arizona criminal defense attorneys dedicated to providing thoughtful, strategic representation for every client.

The firm was founded by Jerald J. Schreck, an award-winning criminal defense attorney who has practiced in Arizona for more than three decades and has tried over one hundred jury trials. Earlier in his career, he served as a supervisor at the Maricopa County Public Defender’s Office, where he led specialty court teams handling complex cases involving sex crimes, juveniles in adult court, and other serious felony matters.
In addition to his courtroom work, Mr. Schreck has taught continuing legal education courses for lawyers, law students, and criminal justice professionals throughout Arizona on topics including evidence law, Miranda rights, sentencing practices, and trial advocacy.
Together, the Schreck Law Firm provide decades of experienced representation guidance to individuals and families facing difficult legal situations.
Arizona Roots & Legacy
Schreck Law Firm is deeply rooted in the legal community of Arizona.
For decades, the firm’s leadership has practiced in Arizona courts and worked within the state’s criminal justice system. Their experience provides valuable insight into how cases move through local courts, how prosecutors approach charges, and how judges evaluate legal arguments.
When freedom and reputation are at stake, experience and results matter.
My Legal Team Arizona is deeply rooted in the legal community of Arizona.
For more than thirty years, the firm’s leadership has practiced in Arizona courts and worked within the state’s criminal justice system. This experience provides valuable insight into how cases move through local courts, how prosecutors approach charges, and how judges evaluate legal arguments.
In addition to representing clients, the firm’s attorneys have contributed to the broader legal community through teaching, training, and professional development programs for lawyers and criminal justice professionals across the state.
Before beginning his legal career, founding attorney Jerald Schreck served in the United States Marine Corps, an experience that helped shape the discipline, accountability, and commitment to preparation that define the firm today.
Those values remain central to how our attorneys approach every case. Because when freedom, reputation, and family are at stake, experience and preparation matter.
30+ Years
Focused Criminal Defense Experience
1,000+ Cases
Handled Across Complex Felony Matters
100+ Jury Trials
Trial-Tested in High-Exposure Cases
24/7 Availability
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