Practice Limited to Self-Defense Cases

Emma K. Wittmann is a Criminal Defense Attorney at The Attorneys For Freedom Law Firm, where her practice is devoted exclusively to representing individuals involved in self-defense incidents. A seasoned Arizona criminal defense attorney, Emma has built her career defending clients accused of misdemeanor and serious felony offenses in both state and federal courts. Today, she applies that extensive criminal defense experience exclusively to protecting responsible citizens who have lawfully defended themselves or others.

Emma attended Arizona State University, where she earned a Bachelors Degree in Business Law. Emma also attended the Arizona State University Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law, where she earned her Juris Doctorate Degree. Her lifelong ties to Arizona, combined with years of defending clients throughout the state, give her a deep understanding of Arizona’s courts, communities, and legal landscape.

Emma has represented hundreds of clients throughout Arizona in a wide variety of criminal matters. Her practice has included everything from DUI and drug offenses to violent crimes, firearms cases, white-collar offenses, and homicide-related prosecutions. She has successfully guided clients through every stage of the criminal justice process, from investigation through trial preparation and resolution, while appearing in courts across Arizona and in federal court. Emma has also represented clients in self-defense cases across the nation through Pro Hac Vice representation.

This broad criminal defense background provides Emma with a unique perspective when defending self-defense cases. She understands how prosecutors evaluate violent crime allegations, how law enforcement conducts investigations, and how to build compelling defenses rooted in constitutional protections and the facts surrounding a client’s lawful use of force. Whether a client is facing allegations arising from a defensive shooting or another justified use of force, Emma is committed to providing strategic advocacy and unwavering representation.

Emma’s commitment to defending constitutional freedoms extends beyond the courtroom. During law school, she concentrated much of her legal research on the criminal law and constitutional principles that safeguard individual liberties. She also developed her courtroom advocacy through Trial Advocacy and spent two years as a Law Clerk and Arizona Rule 38 Certified Limited Practice Student with The Attorneys For Freedom Law Firm. Working alongside the firm’s attorneys, she drafted motions, prepared cases, and attended court proceedings, experiences that solidified her passion for criminal defense and ultimately led her to begin her legal career with the firm.

Emma is proud to be part of a law firm whose mission is dedicated exclusively to defending individuals who lawfully exercise their right to self-defense. She is committed to providing every client with skilled advocacy, compassionate guidance, and an unwavering dedication to protecting their freedom.

EXPERIENCE

Criminal Defense – Civil Rights Restoration Cases, Misdemeanor and Aggravated Driving Under the Influence, Reckless Driving, Driving on Suspended License, Possession of Narcotic Drugs, Narcotic Drugs for Sale, Federal Firearms Trafficking, Aggravated Assault, Domestic Violence, Violation of Order of Protection, Disorderly Conduct, Gun Crimes, Probation Violations, Manslaughter, Conspiracy, Solicitation, White Collar Crimes, Fraud, Theft of Property, Theft of Identity, Robbery, Sex Crimes, Kidnapping, Endangerment, Felony Flight, Resisting Arrest, Embezzlement, Forgery.

ADMISSIONS

State Bar of Arizona
United States District Court, District of Arizona

EDUCATION

Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law, Arizona State University. J.D., Law
Arizona State University – Bachelor of Arts in Business Law.