The Law Offices of Erica J. Suter, LLC is a distinguished legal practice specializing in post-conviction and appellate criminal defense, widely recognized for its dedication to justice and exoneration work. Led by a director of the Innocence Project Clinic, the firm stands out for its deep involvement in high-profile innocence litigation and its academic contributions to criminal defense reform.
Erica J. Suter brings over a decade of experience as a former Assistant Public Defender and Professor of the Practice, focusing on strategic advocacy for clients serving life sentences or lengthy terms. The firm is particularly noted for representing individuals in wrongful conviction cases, leveraging scientific and social science research, and providing extensive training on issues like coercive interrogations and unreliable eyewitness identifications. Her work has resulted in significant relief for numerous clients, including exonerations and sentence reductions.
Services Offered
- Criminal defense appeals
- Post-conviction relief
- Innocence litigation
- Collateral review
- DNA testing advocacy
- Strategic legal arguments incorporating scientific research
- Representation in cases involving coercive interrogation and unreliable eyewitness identification
- Advocacy for juvenile sentencing reform
- Training and education for legal professionals on post-conviction issues
The firm’s principal is admitted to practice in Maryland, DC, and the U.S. District Court for the District of Maryland, and has been honored with multiple awards, including selection as a Super Lawyer and one of the National Asian Pacific American Bar Association’s Best Lawyers Under 40. Though currently not accepting private cases due to her role with the Innocence Project Clinic, her extensive background informs the firm’s respected position in criminal justice advocacy.
