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Criminal Defense · Civil Litigation · Phoenix & Maricopa County
Legal Team Overview

The Nova Law Group Team

When you call Nova Law Group, you reach a person quickly. That matters more than most people realize, because the decisions that shape a criminal case, whether to talk to a detective, whether to ask about diversion before arraignment, what to do about a court date next week, often have to be made in the first few days.

Ryan Tait, founder of Nova Law Group
Founder

Ryan Tait

Ryan Tait founded Nova Law Group after prosecuting felonies for the Maricopa County Attorney’s Office. He took more cases to trial than any attorney in his bureau, and he left because the bullies were too often the government.

J.D., UCLA School of LawFormer Maricopa County felony prosecutorAV Preeminent (Martindale-Hubbell, 2024)
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Meet our professional team

The people on your file

Sydney Oshinski
Senior Associate Attorney

Sydney Oshinski

Chicago-born bilingual criminal defense attorney. Chicago-Kent College of Law, cum laude. Internship in Mexico City and a clerkship with the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office before joining Nova.

She came to this firm to protect constitutional rights, and to try cases, not farm them out.

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Alexis Brooks
Of Counsel

Alexis Brooks

Senior criminal defense trial attorney. Ranked top 10 in her law school class and graduated magna cum laude. Interned for both the prosecution and the defense before committing to this side.

Driven by empathy and results. She takes the constitutional rights of her clients personally.

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Montsie Guzman
Senior Paralegal

Montsie Guzman

Paralegal for the criminal defense team. Pre-law degree in Criminal Justice. Deep experience in immigration law and criminal defense; the two often collide in Maricopa County.

She takes on the hard files and keeps the case moving so the lawyers can try it.

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Donovan Snipes
Paralegal

Donovan Snipes

Paralegal at Nova Law Group. The person who keeps the file tight (records, dates, discovery) so nothing slips before court.

Clients reach him when they need an update. He makes sure the team has what it needs to fight.

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Ethan Oshinski
Legal Assistant

Ethan Oshinski

Legal assistant at Nova Law Group. First voice a lot of families hear after an arrest: intake, scheduling, and getting a lawyer on the file fast.

The goal is simple: nobody sits in the dark waiting for Monday.

How your case is matched

The right lawyer on your file, not the first one who answered

You reach a person

When you call Nova Law Group, you reach a person quickly.

Your case is matched

Your case is then assigned to the attorney whose experience best fits it. A felony drug case, a domestic violence allegation, a professional license matter, and a contract dispute call for different backgrounds, and we would rather put the right lawyer on your file than the first one who happened to answer.

You know who and why

You will be told who is handling your case and why.

Where we practice

Courts across Maricopa County

Our attorneys practice in Maricopa County Superior Court, the county justice courts, and municipal courts across Phoenix, Mesa, Scottsdale, Glendale, Chandler, Tempe, Gilbert, and Peoria. We keep the practice focused on criminal defense, along with orders of protection, professional license defense, and contract litigation.

Maricopa County Superior CourtCounty justice courts PhoenixMesaScottsdaleGlendaleChandlerTempeGilbertPeoria

Nova Law Group was formerly known as Tait & Hall.

Client reviews

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!”

Local G.Google
★★★★★

“Sydney was extremely thorough regarding every single detail of my criminal case… it ultimately resulted in a clear and powerful win for my case.”

Avvo clientAvvo
★★★★★

“They fought tirelessly for my case and helped me achieve a favorable outcome. Exceptional service and results.”

K.C.Yelp
★★★★★

“The firm provided me with the most professional legal representation possible. Mr. Ryan Tait patiently explained… beyond my expectations.”

Joe K.Google
★★★★★

“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.”

Kristie G.Yelp
★★★★★

“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.”

Tina W.Google
★★★★★

“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.”

Oscar C.Yelp
★★★★★

“…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.”

Jarrod B.Google
★★★★★

“Helpful and clear direction in a time of uncertainty. Highly recommended.”

Daniel K.Google
★★★★★

“Ryan Tait was amazing and really helpful. I would recommend him.”

Alen S.Google
★★★★★

“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.”

Jenna H.Google
★★★★★

“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.”

Nate G.Google
★★★★★

“Spectacular representation! Sydney was very compassionate, diligent and professional. I can’t recommend enough.”

Jesus L.Google
★★★★★

“…Ryan and his team are kind, understanding, and very good listeners. Each member of his team was well educated, knowledgable and very professional.”

John N.Google
★★★★★

“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…”

Bruce K.Google
★★★★★

“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.”

C. S.Google
★★★★★

“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!”

Qian C.Google
★★★★★

“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…”

Christopher N.Google
★★★★★

“These guys are great!! They did a great job on my case, super consistent and helpful. Definitely will recommend them to anyone.”

Whitney G.Google
★★★★★

“Excellent lawyers… and their honesty, and they helped me even though I do not live in Arizona.”

Juan R.Google, translated from Spanish

Past results do not guarantee a similar outcome.

Reseñas de clientes

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!”

Local G.Google
★★★★★

“Sydney fue sumamente minuciosa con cada detalle de mi caso penal… al final, eso resultó en una victoria clara y contundente para mi caso.”

Cliente de AvvoAvvo
★★★★★

“Lucharon incansablemente por mi caso y me ayudaron a lograr un resultado favorable. Servicio y resultados excepcionales.”

K.C.Yelp
★★★★★

“La firma me brindó la representación legal más profesional posible. El Sr. Ryan Tait me explicó con paciencia… más allá de mis expectativas.”

Joe K.Google
★★★★★

“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.”

Kristie G.Yelp
★★★★★

“¡Dios mío, nuestro abogado Ryan Tait fue increíble! Cumple lo que dice que va a hacer. Un abogado muy paciente… Hace milagros.”

Tina W.Google
★★★★★

“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.”

Oscar C.Yelp
★★★★★

“…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.”

Jarrod B.Google
★★★★★

“Orientación útil y clara en un momento de incertidumbre. Muy recomendables.”

Daniel K.Google
★★★★★

“Ryan Tait fue increíble y de gran ayuda. Lo recomendaría.”

Alen S.Google
★★★★★

“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.”

Jenna H.Google
★★★★★

“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.”

Nate G.Google
★★★★★

“¡Representación espectacular! Sydney fue muy compasiva, diligente y profesional. No puedo recomendarla lo suficiente.”

Jesus L.Google
★★★★★

“…Ryan y su equipo son amables, comprensivos y saben escuchar. Cada miembro de su equipo demostró estar bien preparado, con conocimiento y gran profesionalismo.”

John N.Google
★★★★★

“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…”

Bruce K.Google
★★★★★

“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.”

C. S.Google
★★★★★

“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!”

Qian C.Google
★★★★★

“Muy buenos en lo que hacen… siempre estuvieron al tanto de todo; casi no tuve que hacer nada, ellos se encargaron de todo…”

Christopher N.Google
★★★★★

“¡Son excelentes! Hicieron un gran trabajo en mi caso, muy constantes y serviciales. Sin duda los recomendaré a cualquiera.”

Whitney G.Google
★★★★★

“Excelentes abogados… y su honestidad y eso que me ayudaron que yo no vivo en Arizona”

Juan R.Google, en español original

Los resultados anteriores no garantizan un resultado similar.

Not sure who to talk to?

You do not need to choose

Not sure who you should talk to? You do not need to choose. Call (480) 405-6767 or request a confidential consultation, tell us what is going on, and we will match your case to the right attorney. Consultations are free, and nothing you tell us obligates you to hire us.

RecognitionReconocimientos

Awards and ratingsPremios y calificaciones

  • Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent 2024
  • Phoenix Magazine Top Lawyer 2023
  • NACDA Nation’s Premier Top Ten Ranking 2023
  • The National Trial Lawyers Top 100
  • The National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40
  • Super Lawyers Rising Stars, Sydney Oshinski
  • Avvo Rating 10.0 Top Attorney, Ryan Tait
  • NACDA Nation’s Premier Top Ten Ranking 2022
  • Avvo client reviews, Ryan Tait
  • Avvo Clients’ Choice Award, Sydney Oshinski
  • Avvo client reviews, Sydney Oshinski
  • Avvo client reviews, Alexis Brooks
  • Avvo Clients’ Choice Award 2017, Ryan Tait

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.