About Nova Law Group
NOWNova Law Group, PLLCFORMERLYTait & Hall
Nova Law Group is a Maricopa County criminal defense firm. We represent people who have been arrested, charged, or told they are under investigation in Phoenix, Mesa, Scottsdale, Glendale, Chandler, Tempe, Gilbert, Peoria, Surprise, and the justice courts and city courts across the county.
A Great Team With a Trial-Ready Culture
Most people who find this page did not plan to need a lawyer. Something happened, and now there is a court date, a police report, and a lot of uncertainty about what comes next. The purpose of this page is to tell you who we are and how we work, so you can decide whether to pick up the phone.
Criminal defense firm
Phoenix, Mesa, Scottsdale, Glendale, Chandler, Tempe, Gilbert, Peoria, Surprise
Tait & Hall
The name changed. The lawyers, the courtrooms, and the way we handle cases did not.
Built to try cases
Preparing a case as though it is going to trial
A real conversation with a lawyer
Not a screening call with an intake clerk
Formerly Tait & Hall
Nova Law Group was previously known as Tait & Hall. If you were referred to us under that name, or you found a review that mentions it, you are in the right place. The name changed. The lawyers, the courtrooms, and the way we handle cases did not.
We are built to try cases
Roughly two percent of criminal cases in Arizona end in a trial verdict. That statistic gets used to argue that trial skill does not matter much. We think it proves the opposite.
The value of a plea offer is set by what the prosecutor believes will happen if the case does not settle. A file handled by a lawyer who has picked juries, cross-examined officers, and litigated suppression motions gets priced differently than a file handled by someone the prosecutor knows will never take it that far. Preparing a case as though it is going to trial is not posturing. It is the mechanism that produces a better outcome, whether or not you ever see a jury.
That is also why we do not treat the first offer as the answer. Suppression issues, disclosure failures, problems with how evidence was collected, questions about the stop or the search. Those get litigated before anyone talks about a resolution.
- Suppression issues
- Disclosure failures
- Problems with how evidence was collected
- Questions about the stop or the search
What we handle
Criminal defense is the core of the practice. Within that we handle DUI and extreme DUI, drug charges, domestic violence, assault and aggravated assault, theft and shoplifting, disorderly conduct and criminal damage, white collar allegations, sex offenses, homicide, federal charges, probation violations, and serious traffic and MVD matters.
Criminal defense
We also take on orders of protection and injunctions against harassment, professional license defense for people whose careers are exposed by a criminal allegation, and breach of contract litigation.
We do not do family law, and we do not take cases outside Maricopa County. Knowing the courts, the prosecutors, and the local practices in one county well is worth more to a client than being spread thin across fifteen.
What happens when you call
A real conversation with a lawyer
The consultation is free and confidential, and it is a real conversation with a lawyer rather than a screening call with an intake clerk.
A straight read on your situation
You will be asked what happened, what you have been told so far, whether you have a court date, and whether anyone has tried to interview you. You will get a straight read on what the charge means, what the realistic range of outcomes looks like, what the process will involve, and what it costs. If we think you do not need a lawyer, we will say so. If we think your situation is outside what we do well, we will say that too.
No obligation
Nothing you say in that conversation obligates you to hire us, and it stays confidential whether you do or not.
Why people hire private counsel
Arizona has capable public defenders, and some of the best trial lawyers in this state have spent their careers in that office. The difficulty is structural, not personal. A public defender in a busy county can be carrying well over a hundred open files at once. That caseload limits how much time any single case can get, no matter how good the lawyer is.
The other thing worth understanding is that high-volume private firms can produce a similar experience for a different reason. If a firm is built to move a large number of files quickly, the incentive runs toward resolving cases rather than litigating them, and a client can end up feeling like a case number in a place they are paying for.
- How many cases are you carrying?
- Who will actually appear at my hearings?
- When did you last take a case of this type to trial?
Before you decide anything
If you are trying to understand the process before you commit to hiring anyone, we wrote three guides that explain it without a sales pitch: what happens after an arrest, diversion programs that can get a case dismissed outright, and record sealing and set-asides.
Two things are worth knowing right now, whoever you hire. Do not talk to police about the allegation without a lawyer present, and do not discuss the case over a jail phone line, because those calls are recorded and prosecutors listen to them.
The people you will actually work with
Nova Law Group’s attorneys and case team work from 4455 E Camelback Rd, Suite C250, in Phoenix.
Talk to us
Call (480) 405-6767 or request a confidential consultation. If you have a court date coming up, say so when you reach us so we can prioritize the call.
Nothing on this page is a promise or guarantee about the outcome of any case. Every case turns on its own facts, and past results do not predict future outcomes. Reading this page or contacting the firm does not create an attorney-client relationship.
A Great Team With a Trial-Ready Culture
Nova Law Group is a Maricopa County criminal defense firm. We represent people who have been arrested, charged, or told they are under investigation in Phoenix, Mesa, Scottsdale, Glendale, Chandler, Tempe, Gilbert, Peoria, Surprise, and the justice courts and city courts across the county.
Most people who find this page did not plan to need a lawyer. Something happened, and now there is a court date, a police report, and a lot of uncertainty about what comes next. The purpose of this page is to tell you who we are and how we work, so you can decide whether to pick up the phone.
Formerly Tait & Hall
Nova Law Group was previously known as Tait & Hall. If you were referred to us under that name, or you found a review that mentions it, you are in the right place. The name changed. The lawyers, the courtrooms, and the way we handle cases did not.
We are built to try cases
Roughly two percent of criminal cases in Arizona end in a trial verdict. That statistic gets used to argue that trial skill does not matter much. We think it proves the opposite.
The value of a plea offer is set by what the prosecutor believes will happen if the case does not settle. A file handled by a lawyer who has picked juries, cross-examined officers, and litigated suppression motions gets priced differently than a file handled by someone the prosecutor knows will never take it that far. Preparing a case as though it is going to trial is not posturing. It is the mechanism that produces a better outcome, whether or not you ever see a jury.
That is also why we do not treat the first offer as the answer. Suppression issues, disclosure failures, problems with how evidence was collected, questions about the stop or the search. Those get litigated before anyone talks about a resolution.
What we handle
Criminal defense is the core of the practice. Within that we handle DUI and extreme DUI, drug charges, domestic violence, assault and aggravated assault, theft and shoplifting, disorderly conduct and criminal damage, white collar allegations, sex offenses, homicide, federal charges, probation violations, and serious traffic and MVD matters.
We also take on orders of protection and injunctions against harassment, professional license defense for people whose careers are exposed by a criminal allegation, and breach of contract litigation.
We do not do family law, and we do not take cases outside Maricopa County. Knowing the courts, the prosecutors, and the local practices in one county well is worth more to a client than being spread thin across fifteen.
What happens when you call
The consultation is free and confidential, and it is a real conversation with a lawyer rather than a screening call with an intake clerk.
You will be asked what happened, what you have been told so far, whether you have a court date, and whether anyone has tried to interview you. You will get a straight read on what the charge means, what the realistic range of outcomes looks like, what the process will involve, and what it costs. If we think you do not need a lawyer, we will say so. If we think your situation is outside what we do well, we will say that too.
Nothing you say in that conversation obligates you to hire us, and it stays confidential whether you do or not.
Why people hire private counsel
Arizona has capable public defenders, and some of the best trial lawyers in this state have spent their careers in that office. The difficulty is structural, not personal. A public defender in a busy county can be carrying well over a hundred open files at once. That caseload limits how much time any single case can get, no matter how good the lawyer is.
The other thing worth understanding is that high-volume private firms can produce a similar experience for a different reason. If a firm is built to move a large number of files quickly, the incentive runs toward resolving cases rather than litigating them, and a client can end up feeling like a case number in a place they are paying for.
The question to ask any lawyer you interview is simple: how many cases are you carrying, who will actually appear at my hearings, and when did you last take a case of this type to trial.
Before you decide anything
If you are trying to understand the process before you commit to hiring anyone, we wrote three guides that explain it without a sales pitch: what happens after an arrest, diversion programs that can get a case dismissed outright, and record sealing and set-asides.
Two things are worth knowing right now, whoever you hire. Do not talk to police about the allegation without a lawyer present, and do not discuss the case over a jail phone line, because those calls are recorded and prosecutors listen to them.
Talk to us
Call (480) 405-6767 or request a confidential consultation. If you have a court date coming up, say so when you reach us so we can prioritize the call.
Nothing on this page is a promise or guarantee about the outcome of any case. Every case turns on its own facts, and past results do not predict future outcomes. Reading this page or contacting the firm does not create an attorney-client relationship.
Our Attorneys
Hear What Our Clients Say
From our Google reviews, plus Yelp and Avvo. These are clients’ own words, reproduced from our review profiles.
“These guys are the best attorneys in all of Arizona. It is definitely the most professional group of lawyers… I recommend this firm!”
“Sydney was extremely thorough regarding every single detail of my criminal case… it ultimately resulted in a clear and powerful win for my case.”
“They fought tirelessly for my case and helped me achieve a favorable outcome. Exceptional service and results.”
“The firm provided me with the most professional legal representation possible. Mr. Ryan Tait patiently explained… beyond my expectations.”
“The best law firm that I have ever dealt with. The amount of passion & commitment that they dedicated for my case… truly what separated them from other law firms.”
“Oh my goodness, our lawyer Ryan Tait was amazing. He does what he says he’s going to do. A very patient lawyer… He’s a miracle worker.”
“I was being charged with a few felony counts and facing a few years in prison… I made the best choice of my life calling this law firm.”
“…they reached out to one of their attorneys and confirmed my suspicions; I’ve been worried this whole time about criminal charges, they put my fears to rest. HIGHLY recommend them.”
“Helpful and clear direction in a time of uncertainty. Highly recommended.”
“Ryan Tait was amazing and really helpful. I would recommend him.”
“If you’re looking for a law group that truly cares about you and makes a difficult situation less stressful, these are your people… Alexis was my lawyer, and she was truly heaven-sent.”
“Alexis Brooks was my lawyer… She was extremely professional yet down to earth and always made me feel at ease and confident in my case. I would definitely recommend her for anyone that needs an excellent defense attorney.”
“Spectacular representation! Sydney was very compassionate, diligent and professional. I can’t recommend enough.”
“…Ryan and his team are kind, understanding, and very good listeners. Each member of his team was well educated, knowledgable and very professional.”
“We hired Mr. Tait to handle a legal affair for a member of our family. It was a complex criminal case that required over two years of work! Through the entire effort, Mr. Tait kept us informed…”
“My family hired Ryan Tait to fight for my family member… He went over all the pros and cons. He answered all our questions and calls. He knows what he is doing.”
“Ryan is absolutely awesome and professional. He gave me all detailed advice I needed. He is nice and patient. I definitely recommend Ryan and his law firm!”
“Very good at what they do… they were always on top of everything didn’t really have to do much they took care of everything…”
“These guys are great!! They did a great job on my case, super consistent and helpful. Definitely will recommend them to anyone.”
“Excellent lawyers… and their honesty, and they helped me even though I do not live in Arizona.”
Past results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
Lo que dicen nuestros clientes
De nuestras reseñas en Google, además de Yelp y Avvo. Son las palabras de nuestros clientes, tomadas de nuestros perfiles de reseñas y traducidas del inglés.
“Son los mejores abogados de todo Arizona. Sin duda es el grupo de abogados más profesional… ¡Recomiendo esta firma!”
“Sydney fue sumamente minuciosa con cada detalle de mi caso penal… al final, eso resultó en una victoria clara y contundente para mi caso.”
“Lucharon incansablemente por mi caso y me ayudaron a lograr un resultado favorable. Servicio y resultados excepcionales.”
“La firma me brindó la representación legal más profesional posible. El Sr. Ryan Tait me explicó con paciencia… más allá de mis expectativas.”
“La mejor firma de abogados con la que he tratado. La pasión y el compromiso que dedicaron a mi caso… es lo que realmente los distinguió de otras firmas.”
“¡Dios mío, nuestro abogado Ryan Tait fue increíble! Cumple lo que dice que va a hacer. Un abogado muy paciente… Hace milagros.”
“Me acusaban de varios cargos por delitos graves y me enfrentaba a unos años de prisión… Tomé la mejor decisión de mi vida al llamar a esta firma.”
“…se comunicaron con uno de sus abogados y confirmaron mis sospechas; había estado preocupado todo este tiempo por posibles cargos penales, y calmaron mis temores. Los recomiendo MUCHÍSIMO.”
“Orientación útil y clara en un momento de incertidumbre. Muy recomendables.”
“Ryan Tait fue increíble y de gran ayuda. Lo recomendaría.”
“Si busca un despacho que de verdad se preocupe por usted y haga que una situación difícil sea menos estresante, esta es su gente… Alexis fue mi abogada, y fue una verdadera bendición.”
“Alexis Brooks fue mi abogada… Fue sumamente profesional y a la vez sencilla, y siempre me hizo sentir tranquilo y seguro con mi caso. Sin duda la recomendaría a cualquiera que necesite una excelente abogada defensora.”
“¡Representación espectacular! Sydney fue muy compasiva, diligente y profesional. No puedo recomendarla lo suficiente.”
“…Ryan y su equipo son amables, comprensivos y saben escuchar. Cada miembro de su equipo demostró estar bien preparado, con conocimiento y gran profesionalismo.”
“Contratamos al Sr. Tait para encargarse de un asunto legal de un miembro de nuestra familia. Fue un caso penal complejo que requirió más de dos años de trabajo. Durante todo el proceso, el Sr. Tait nos mantuvo informados…”
“Mi familia contrató a Ryan Tait para luchar por un familiar… Nos explicó todos los pros y los contras. Respondió todas nuestras preguntas y llamadas. Sabe lo que hace.”
“Ryan es absolutamente increíble y profesional. Me dio todos los consejos detallados que necesitaba. Es amable y paciente. ¡Sin duda recomiendo a Ryan y a su bufete!”
“Muy buenos en lo que hacen… siempre estuvieron al tanto de todo; casi no tuve que hacer nada, ellos se encargaron de todo…”
“¡Son excelentes! Hicieron un gran trabajo en mi caso, muy constantes y serviciales. Sin duda los recomendaré a cualquiera.”
“Excelentes abogados… y su honestidad y eso que me ayudaron que yo no vivo en Arizona”
Los resultados anteriores no garantizan un resultado similar.
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RecognitionReconocimientos
Awards and ratingsPremios y calificaciones
Awards and ratings reflect the standards of the organizations that issue them. They do not predict the outcome of any case.Los premios y las calificaciones reflejan los criterios de las organizaciones que los otorgan. No predicen el resultado de ningún caso.