Robert J. McWhirter is a distinguished criminal justice attorney specializing in federal and state criminal defense, with a profound expertise in constitutional law and DUI cases. With over 30 years of dedicated practice, he stands out for his scholarly approach, extensive trial experience, and commitment to providing personalized, strategic defense to each client.
His practice is built on a foundation of integrity, dedication, and excellence, focusing on protecting clients’ rights through meticulous case analysis and robust advocacy. Mr. McWhirter has successfully defended clients in more than 100 trials, including high-stakes matters such as death penalty cases, first-degree murder, fraud, and drug conspiracies. He is also a recognized expert in criminal immigration law and citizenship issues, having authored two publications on the subject and testified as an expert witness.
Services Offered
- Federal criminal defense (fraud, drug trafficking, white-collar crimes)
- State criminal defense (assault, theft, domestic violence, drug possession)
- DUI and DWI defense
- Constitutional law advocacy
- Appellate representation (Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, Arizona Supreme Court)
- Postconviction relief petitions
- Petitions for commutation before the Arizona Board of Commutation and Paroles
- Criminal immigration law and citizenship cases
- Trial advocacy
Mr. McWhirter represents clients in federal, state, city, and justice courts across Arizona and is fluent in handling complex legal challenges with a focus on justice and equality.
