E.H
I highly recommend Scott Simmons and Susan Lawson at Lawson & Simmons for anyone facing serious criminal charges. My situation stemmed from a significant miscommunication that unfortunately escalated, with the potential for severe long-term consequences.
From the start, Scott was exceptionally honest, realistic, and empathetic when appropriate. He never sugarcoated things or encouraged outcomes that weren’t virtually certain, even when they seemed probable. At first, this caution felt frustrating to me as a client hoping for reassurance, but I came to deeply appreciate it—it’s a professional approach that minimizes risk, manages expectations, and protects everyone involved.
What really stood out was the genuine care, compassion, and lack of judgment shown by both Scott and Susan Lawson. They clearly understand that people don’t end up in these situations for no reason and refrained entirely from petty character judgments. Instead, they focused on the full context and treated me with dignity and respect throughout. After I was sent to mental health court for a competency evaluation—an emotionally draining experience—Scott personally called me afterward just to check in and make sure I was okay. That small gesture meant a lot. I also felt comfortable opening up to Susan about a deeply personal piece of jewelry I wear and its meaning to me; she was incredibly receptive, empathetic, and kind in her response, which helped me feel truly supported.
Scott listened carefully, explained every option clearly, and kept me informed throughout the process with prompt and thorough communication. Susan was warm, professional, and consistently supportive in our interactions. She even took the initiative to extend a related civil matter, allowing crucial time for discovery—which turned out to be huge for strengthening the criminal case.
Scott worked diligently with the assistant state attorney to demonstrate the complete absence of criminal intent and effectively advocated for mental health considerations. Through his persistent, strategic efforts—and input from those involved—he secured an outstanding resolution: a withhold of adjudication, a short period of community service hours, a mental health evaluation, and an anger management course. This leaves me eligible for record sealing and potentially even expungement—far better than what could have been decades in prison.
I’m truly grateful for Scott’s expertise, integrity, and steady guidance, as well as Susan Lawson’s warmth, empathy, proactive advocacy, and genuine support. They treated me like a person in a difficult situation, not just a case. If you need a criminal defense team who will fight hard while showing real compassion and understanding, Scott Simmons and Susan Lawson at Lawson & Simmons are the right choice. Five stars!
