Spearheaded by trial attorney Steve Rothans, our law firm represents police departments and peace officers in all aspects of civil defense, including claims arising under federal constitutional and state law. From issues pertaining to use of force, search and seizure, and supervisory liability, our police practices defense team fights vigorously in federal and state courts in the defense of local law enforcement agencies.

Our office handles a range of issues confronting public law enforcement liability, such as unlawful searches and seizures, uses of force, conditions of confinement in the public jail system, false arrest, due process, malicious prosecution, supervisory liability, Monell claims regarding allegations of unconstitutional customs, policies, and practices, and many others.

Whether your police agency is in the midst of a complex criminal investigation regarding a civil rights case, or already faced with the prospect of a complex civil rights lawsuit, Steve Rothans and our police practices team are equipped to guide local law enforcement agencies, city attorneys, and chiefs of police alike through all phases of pre-litigation, claims management, litigation, and trial.