Testimonials

  • I couldn’t recommend Ryan enough.
    I had a great experience with Ryan Huffman. He was friendly, knowledgeable, organized, and always on top of my case. I felt very secure in his ability to handle the case throughout, and the outcome was what we hoped for. I couldn’t recommend Ryan enough.

    - C.P.

  • Words cannot express the amount of appreciation, gratitude, and respect that I have for the Nesci and St. Louis team.

    I highly recommend Nesci & St. Louis to anyone who is searching for a knowledgeable, experienced, and assertive attorney. Mr. Joe St. Louis worked extremely diligently and fought for me to get me the best results! Joe's background in the field constantly amazed me, not to mention the knowledge of the Nesci & St. Louis team as a whole. It was humbling to see the cohesiveness between all of the attorneys at the firm. I can truly say that I entered their office devastated by my situation but can now continue my life and career happily with a successfully won case. This experience was both life changing and life saving! Words cannot express the amount of appreciation, gratitude, and respect that I have for the Nesci and St. Louis team!

    - Cerina

  • I was truly in awe of these talents and am giving Joe my highest recommendation and gratitude for his representation.

    Joe St Louis recently represented me in a serious matter and obtained the best outcome possible in a very bad situation. Joe was referred to me by a top Phoenix firm, and the referral proved well founded. Joe and his staff, though extremely busy, were very responsive and they went out of their way on several occasions to deal with matters peripheral to the case yet important to me. At critical points in the case, when I was under extreme emotional stress, I would be reassured by Joe in a phone call or in person in court as he transferred his confidence and broader perspective to me and redirected my thinking in a more productive direction. Joe's in-depth knowledge of the law and years of experience aside, what most impressed me was Joe's humanity and depth of interpersonal rapport as he addressed the court on my behalf as to my intense remorse and contrition for my actions. He demonstrated an understanding of how personal issues of long standing impacted my thinking and behavior. Joe is a fine attorney with a broad range of experience from years of practice, but he is exceptional in his humanity and connection with his client. I was truly in awe of these talents and am giving Joe my highest recommendation and gratitude for his representation.

    - Richard 

  • Very knowledgeable and trustworthy
    I had just been arrested and charged for speeding and an super extreme DUI & thought my life was over. I had hit rock bottom and couldn't find the way up. After talking with Ryan he gave me the true breakdown of my case and more importantly gave an honest review of my chances of fighting this. He did not try to sell me on fake hope but gave honest knowledgeable feedback. Through his hard work and dedication to my case it became clear he knew what he was doing & there was indeed a light at the end of the tunnel. He not only got the charges dismissed but continued to lend advise even after the fact. I couldn't speak any higher of him or the staff at Nesci & St. Louis. Everyone there made you feel welcome and secure from the moment you walked in till the moment you left. Wonderful people and wonderful attorneys.

    - Avvo Review- Former Client

  • Five stars aren't nearly enough.
    You always hope you'll never need an attorney, but when your life hits rock bottom and just keeps piling on, you need someone who is truly in your corner. Details aside, I did a bit of research online and eventually settled on calling Nesci and St. Louis and eventually met with Mr. Huffman. The day of my consultation, number one, he LISTENED to me...REALLY listened. He was confident he could help me, and while he made no guarantees, he assured me he would do his very best to get the most favorable result possible. Though this was just the first step, I left his office feeling more confident than I had in quite a while, and I knew that this was the "right" attorney to handle my case. Throughout the process, Mr. Huffman and his paralegal kept me informed every step of the way, answering every one of my questions patiently and completely. Fast forward several more months, to the conclusion of my case--and a much more favorable outcome than I could have imagined, "thank you" wasn't, and never will be, nearly enough. Court proceedings are never fun, and an unknown outcome can drive one's stress level up sky high, but Mr. Huffman and his staff are completely dedicated to their clients and will fight tooth and nail to get you the very best results possible. Five stars aren't nearly enough.

    - Kimberly M.

  • The Best at What He Does.
    You always hope you'll never need an attorney, but when your life hits rock bottom and just keeps piling on, you need someone who is truly in your corner. I won't go into the details of my case, but suffice to say I was climbing up from the lowest point in my life after having been arrested and almost losing my job, managing to salvage said job and slowly coming back from the brink, only to be knocked down again when COVID restrictions lifted and my pandemic-delayed case was making its way through the system when I found out I would be facing (additional) jail time as a portion of the punishment the city attorney was seeking. Panicking, I did a bit of research online and eventually settled on calling Nesci and St. Louis and eventually met with Mr. Huffman. The day of my consultation, number one, he LISTENED to me...REALLY listened. He was confident he could help me, and while he made no guarantees, he assured me he would do his very best to get the most favorable result possible. Though this was just the first step, I left his office feeling more confident than I had in quite a while, and I knew that this was the "right" attorney to handle my case. Throughout the negotiation process with the city attorney assigned to my case, Mr. Huffman and his paralegal kept me informed every step of the way, answering every one of my questions patiently and completely. Fast forward several more months, when I received a phone call outlining my plea offer to include no additional jail time, tears of joy were the only thanks I could offer, and a "thank you" wasn't, and never will be, nearly enough. Criminal charges are never fun, and an unknown outcome can drive one's stress level up sky high, but Mr. Huffman and his staff are completely dedicated to their clients and will fight tooth and nail to get you the very best results possible. Five stars isn't nearly enough.

    - Avvo Review- Former Client

  • Outstanding Attorney Joe
    I was charged with a DUI in October and knew I needed the best defense attorney in Tucson, so I spoke with a friend who retired after forty years as an officer with the Tucson Police Department and he said that Joseph St. Louis of the firm of Nesci and St. Louis is the most respected anywhere in Arizona. I called Joe that day and within two days I had an appointment with him. During the few minutes I waited to see Joe at his office, I was able to peruse the many distinguished awards he has received along with his impressive academic history as well as his numerous admirable professional positions. From my first meeting with Joe, I knew I was in excellent hands in his handling my case. Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, numerous hearings were postponed by the court, but Joe, thorough his impeccable research and highly qualified support from related professionals in the field of DUI defense, was always fully prepared to defend me and he did. He kept me fully updated with my case through detailed emails and phone calls. Recently, Joe was able to get my DUI charge changed to a reckless driving plea and I am currently fulfilling the court-required steps to end my case. In addition, Joe St. Louis has an outstanding staff of highly-qualified legal experts, including Clarissa Goar, his legal assistant. I highly recommend Joe St. Louis to anyone who is in need of the finest DUI or criminal attorney anywhere.

    - Avvo Review, Former Client

  • 10 Stars

    I would give Joe 10 stars if it was possible. Joe represented me and was successful in obtaining a full dismissal of my case. From my very first meeting with Joe, he highlighted the potential flaws in the state's case and those exact flaws ultimately led to my dismissal 16 months later. I found Joe to be extremely professional, honest, knowledgeable, hard-working, and responsive. His years of experience really shine in the courtroom and I could tell the judges respected him. I feel so lucky that someone recommended Joe to me and give my absolute highest recommendation of Joe to anybody that may need help.

    - Avvo Review, Former Client

  • Excellent Thorough Defense - Successful in this Case!
    I contracted Joe through (at the time) Nesci & St. Louis in 2017. Mr. Nesci has since retired, but Joe was always handling the case. Although their fee is higher than most, the saying "you get what you pay for" is applicable. Joe did a magnificent job of case research, preparation, filing motions and, importantly, listening. Although in this case, it appeared the prosecutor should dismiss the case, he was determined to go to trial so we finally went to trial in early 2020. After one day of prosecutor's witnesses testifying, and Joe tactfully and thoroughly shredding their testimony, the prosecutor dropped all charges. The case was unusual and Joe can't guarantee that you're going to win, but what I can guarantee on his behalf is that you will get the most thorough defense possible. Very pleased with his work ethic and organization.

    - Avvo Review, Former Client

  • Hopefully, we will never be in this situation again, but if we are, I would definitely call Joe. I recommended him without reservation.
    I got Joe's number from a family friend and called late at night, as I had just learned that my son had been arrested at a nearby university on marijuana-related charges. I am on a different coast and was very nervous and stressed and in a panic. Much to my surprise and relief, my call was returned in minutes. Mr. St. Louis immediately reassured me. He explained the process to me in great detail, and he knew exactly what to do. Being on the East Coast, this was very reassuring. I deferred to him on every decision, and he was right every step of the way. Though the process was lengthy, he encouraged patience, and in the end, it paid off. My son was initially charged with two felonies. They were reduced and later dropped altogether. Also, there were no surprise charges. We could not ask for a better outcome. Hopefully, we will never be in this situation again, but if we are, I would definitely call Joe. I recommended him without reservation.

    - Avvo Review, Former Client

  • Don't take your chances with another attorney - hire Mr. St Louis and know you will be taken care of.
    Joe represented me for an Extreme DUI (.16+) case which lasted several years. The first thing he said to me was that he and his firm love to battle, and they were right! For a case that lasted almost four years, Joe and his team stood by my side the entire time and spent hundreds of hours litigating my case. Other lawyers might advise against going to trial, but the courtroom is where Mr. St Louis thrives. Put him in front of a judge and jury and you will clearly see why he is the best. Despite all the state's evidence, he expertly dissected their case and persuaded the jury to return not-guilty verdicts on all counts! His staff is incredibly knowledgeable and always available if you have questions about your case. Don't take your chances with another attorney - hire Mr. St Louis and know you will be taken care of.

    - Anonymous

  • I will forever be indebted to Mr. St. Louis he is an Amazing Trial Lawyer he literally saved my life...
    From the moment I walked in, I felt a sense of relief. From the way the staff was so courteous and professional to my consultation with Mr. St. Louis. St. Louis was so very knowledgeable and open to all his ideas and concerns. I will forever be indebted to Mr. St. Louis he is an Amazing Trial Lawyer he literally saved my life... I will forever appreciate my 2nd chance at life. Thank you also to Mrs. Mata her caring words and concern were PRICELESS...

    - Avvo Review, Former Client

  • If you EVER need representation, these are the guys you want on YOUR side!!!
    Superb! If you EVER need representation, these are the guys you want on YOUR side!!!

    - Megan Torrie

  • Though it seemed the evidence was overwhelmingly against me, Mr. St. Louis took the case and fought valiantly on multiple fronts.
    I found myself in a regrettable situation -- one which I will NEVER repeat -- charged with DUI. Though it seemed the evidence was overwhelmingly against me, Mr. St. Louis took the case and fought valiantly on multiple fronts. He clearly has a firm understanding of the law and uses it wisely. In court, he was always professional, astute, courteous, and (in my opinion) very well-liked throughout the system, including judges on down. Without reservation, I highly recommend Joe St. Louis!

    - Avvo Review, Former Client

  • What at 1st seemed like an inevitable guilty verdict, eventually resulted in the dismissal of the case by the judge.
    Joe represented my 21-year-old daughter in the fight of her life against the state of AZ after she was the driver of a car that crashed down an embankment with a passenger onboard. During the course of the year-long defense that followed, Joe's knowledge of the law, and of the specific people representing the prosecution, proved valuable beyond words. What at 1st seemed like an inevitable guilty verdict, eventually resulted in the dismissal of the case by the judge. Joe's preparation, relentlessness, and savvy demeanor during the evidentiary hearing, all contributed to a result beyond our wildest expectations. Anyone finding themselves in the unfortunate position of requiring legal defense for a DUI charge would be well served (and worth every penny) to engage the services of Mr. St. Louis. Our daughter can now get on with the life she deserves thanks to Joe and his team.

    - Avvo Review, Former Client

  • My case was dismissed a few months ago and I am forever grateful! Joe helped me get a second chance
    When I was arrested for a DUI I thought my life was over. I had a few consultations with other lawyers, but none of them seemed interested in my case or really acted like they cared. When I first met Joe he was very sympathetic and understanding and assured me that my life wasn't over and that I had he could build a great case for me. He was very honest and upfront about everything from day one. Not only was Joe amazing, his staff was also understanding and prompt to respond to any questions I had about my case. Joe was able to get my all my charges dismissed and get my driving record expunged. My case was dismissed a few months ago and I am forever grateful! Joe helped me get a second chance and I will NEVER make the mistake to drink and drive ever again. If anyone is looking for a great DUI lawyer I would recommend him!! He's the one you want defending you!

    - Avvo Review, Former Client

  • Joseph St. Louis is simply the best defense lawyer in Tucson!
    Joseph St. Louis is simply the best defense lawyer in Tucson, he is extremely honest and works hard to make sure that you're the best interest is his priority! In 2012 I made a dumb choice and all other attorneys were telling me that I will do 6 to 12 years and didn't give me any reasons to believe that they could help me so I called Nesci and St. Louis that they said to come in and let's figure out a strategy to help you. .... I felt safe hiring them and didn't stress after that..... Mr. St. Louis managed to get me 1 years sentenced and upon my release I overpaid and they sent me the difference of a few hundred dollars which I didn't even expect... I strongly recommend their law firm.

    - Yelp Review, Former Client

  • Jim Nesci is a renowned national expert in the field of DWI offense.
    Jim Nesci is a renowned national expert in the field of DWI offense. I have had the privilege of watching him both at work and teaching. If there are 10 top, top, top people in the country doing this stuff, Jim is in that group. Adam Perlmutter.

    - Anonymous