Premier Defense Group is a highly specialized national law firm focused exclusively on defending individuals accused of sex crimes, particularly those involving alleged child victims. Founded and led by Attorney Tom Pavlinic, the firm stands out for its dedicated, team-based approach and over 30 years of experience exclusively in this complex and high-stakes area of criminal law.
The firm utilizes a collaborative “team approach,” combining the expertise of seasoned criminal defense lawyers licensed across multiple states to build powerful, multi-jurisdictional defense strategies. With a successful track record of defending clients in 14 states and military courts, Premier Defense Group is uniquely equipped to handle the severe challenges presented by sex crime allegations, including false accusations, prosecutorial tactics, and intricate evidentiary hearings.
Services Offered
- Criminal defense for sex crime allegations
- Sex crimes defense law
- Trial representation
- Defense against sexual abuse charges
- Defense against child molestation accusations
- Defense against sexual assault charges
- Pre-charge intervention and investigation
- Case dismissal strategies
- Plea bargain negotiation
- Not-guilty verdict representation at trial
- Pre-trial investigations including private investigation
- Depositions
- Taint hearings
- Military court defense
- Appellate representation
- Expungement of indicated reports of child sexual abuse
The firm represents clients nationally, with services extending across 14 states and military jurisdictions. Lead attorney Tom Pavlinic is licensed in Maryland and works alongside local counsel in other states, ensuring comprehensive and jurisdictionally knowledgeable defense for each case.
