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About Dallas Federal Criminal Defense Attorney John Teakell<\/h1>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t
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<\/span><\/span>About Dallas Federal Criminal Defense Attorney John Teakell<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Teakell career timeline\">\n\n <!-- TABS -->\n <nav class=\"timeline-tabs\" role=\"tablist\" aria-label=\"Career eras\">\n <button class=\"timeline-tab is-active\" role=\"tab\" aria-selected=\"true\" data-panel=\"1\">Prosecutor Origins<\/button>\n <button class=\"timeline-tab\" role=\"tab\" aria-selected=\"false\" data-panel=\"2\">Federal Powerhouse<\/button>\n <button class=\"timeline-tab\" role=\"tab\" aria-selected=\"false\" data-panel=\"3\">Securities Enforcer<\/button>\n <button class=\"timeline-tab\" role=\"tab\" aria-selected=\"false\" data-panel=\"4\">Defense Champion<\/button>\n <button class=\"timeline-tab\" role=\"tab\" aria-selected=\"false\" data-panel=\"5\">Criminal Practice Mastery<\/button>\n <\/nav>\n\n <!-- CONTENT -->\n <div class=\"timeline-content\">\n\n <!-- 1 -->\n <article class=\"timeline-panel is-active\" id=\"panel-1\" role=\"tabpanel\">\n <div class=\"panel-era\">District Attorney's Office (1984\u20131998)<\/div>\n <h2 class=\"panel-headline\">Prosecutor Origins<\/h2>\n <p>John R. Teakell began his legal career on the front lines of criminal prosecution, serving as an Assistant District Attorney in Dallas County. Over more than a decade at the DA's office, he tried cases ranging from misdemeanors to capital felonies \u2014 building the courtroom instincts that still define his practice today.<\/p>\n <p>As a career prosecutor, John handled thousands of matters: violent crimes, narcotics cases, white collar fraud, and homicide. He learned how prosecutors think, how they build their cases, and \u2014 just as importantly \u2014 where those cases break down under pressure.<\/p>\n <p>During this era, John earned a reputation for meticulous case preparation, jury savvy, and a calm, methodical courtroom presence. He worked alongside judges, detectives, and fellow prosecutors who continue to respect him across the Texas legal community.<\/p>\n <p>The foundation he laid in those early years \u2014 thousands of hours in front of juries, behind the evidence, and across the negotiating table \u2014 is still the backbone of every defense he builds today.<\/p>\n <a class=\"panel-cta\" href=\"\/texas-criminal-defense\">See Texas Criminal Defense<\/a>\n <\/article>\n\n <!-- 2 -->\n <article class=\"timeline-panel\" id=\"panel-2\" role=\"tabpanel\">\n <div class=\"panel-era\">Assistant U.S. Attorney \u2014 Federal Prosecution<\/div>\n <h2 class=\"panel-headline\">Federal Powerhouse<\/h2>\n <p>After establishing himself as a state prosecutor, John moved to the federal arena as an Assistant United States Attorney \u2014 where the cases were larger, the stakes higher, and the opposition sharper.<\/p>\n <p>As an AUSA, John prosecuted complex federal offenses including large-scale drug conspiracies, wire and mail fraud, money laundering, and multi-jurisdictional white collar schemes. Federal practice demands a different skill set: Title III wiretaps, grand jury procedure, the Federal Sentencing Guidelines, and close coordination with agencies like the FBI, DEA, IRS, and Secret Service.<\/p>\n <p>John built consistent wins in that environment. He knows how federal cases get charged, what AUSAs are told to prioritize, how agents construct their investigations \u2014 and most importantly, where the weaknesses hide.<\/p>\n <p>Today, when John walks into federal court on behalf of a client, he isn't guessing at the government's playbook. He helped write it.<\/p>\n <a class=\"panel-cta\" href=\"\/federal-crimes\">See Federal Criminal Defense<\/a>\n <\/article>\n\n <!-- 3 -->\n <article class=\"timeline-panel\" id=\"panel-3\" role=\"tabpanel\">\n <div class=\"panel-era\">Securities & Exchange Commission<\/div>\n <h2 class=\"panel-headline\">Securities Enforcer<\/h2>\n <p>John carried his prosecutorial expertise into one of the most technically demanding arenas in law: SEC enforcement. As a Senior Trial Counsel for the Securities and Exchange Commission, he investigated and litigated cases involving securities fraud, insider trading, market manipulation, Ponzi schemes, and complex accounting fraud.<\/p>\n <p>SEC matters aren't won on instinct alone. They require fluency in federal securities regulations, financial forensics, and the intricate machinery of public and private markets. John mastered that environment \u2014 running parallel proceedings alongside the Department of Justice, negotiating with in-house counsel at major firms, and litigating against some of the most sophisticated defense bars in the country.<\/p>\n <p>That experience makes him a rare find on the defense side. When clients face SEC subpoenas, Wells notices, parallel criminal investigations, or civil enforcement actions, John understands not just the law but the culture, the leverage points, and the strategic decisions agency staff are weighing behind the scenes.<\/p>\n <a class=\"panel-cta\" href=\"\/sec-defense\">See SEC Defense<\/a>\n <\/article>\n\n <!-- 4 -->\n <article class=\"timeline-panel\" id=\"panel-4\" role=\"tabpanel\">\n <div class=\"panel-era\">Criminal Defense Practice<\/div>\n <h2 class=\"panel-headline\">Defense Champion<\/h2>\n <p>When John transitioned to criminal defense, he brought something few attorneys can credibly claim: decades of experience prosecuting the exact types of cases he now defends.<\/p>\n <p>He knows what prosecutors look for when they evaluate a case. He knows which arguments judges take seriously and which ones they tune out. He knows how investigations are built \u2014 and therefore where they can be challenged. That perspective is the single biggest asset a defendant can have on their side of the table.<\/p>\n <p>John's clients consistently describe the same experience: a calm, direct advocate who takes the time to walk them through every phase, every decision, every possible outcome. He doesn't overpromise. He prepares. And when a case needs to be tried, he tries it \u2014 with everything he has.<\/p>\n <p>He has earned respect from fellow defense attorneys, prosecutors, and judges across state and federal courts \u2014 a quiet reputation that opens doors and creates leverage his clients feel in every negotiation and every hearing.<\/p>\n <a class=\"panel-cta\" href=\"\/case-results\">View Case Results<\/a>\n <\/article>\n\n <!-- 5 -->\n <article class=\"timeline-panel\" id=\"panel-5\" role=\"tabpanel\">\n <div class=\"panel-era\">Full-Spectrum Representation<\/div>\n <h2 class=\"panel-headline\">Criminal Practice Mastery<\/h2>\n <p>John's practice spans the full spectrum of federal and state criminal defense, with particular depth in the complex financial, securities, and technology-driven cases that define modern federal prosecution. There is no case too complex for John \u2014 he has handled matters ranging from misdemeanors all the way up to federal death penalty cases.<\/p>\n <p>He represents clients facing:<\/p>\n <ul>\n <li><strong>White Collar Crimes<\/strong> \u2014 fraud, embezzlement, tax offenses, money laundering, and healthcare fraud<\/li>\n <li><strong>SEC & Securities Matters<\/strong> \u2014 enforcement actions, insider trading, Ponzi schemes, and parallel criminal proceedings<\/li>\n <li><strong>Computer Crimes<\/strong> \u2014 cyber fraud, unauthorized access, identity theft, and federal offenses under the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act<\/li>\n <li><strong>Drug Offenses<\/strong> \u2014 federal trafficking, conspiracy, and state narcotics cases<\/li>\n <li><strong>Violent Crimes<\/strong> \u2014 assault, weapons charges, and homicide<\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p>What distinguishes his practice isn't just the breadth of experience \u2014 it's the integrity behind it. John Teakell is known for his attention to detail, a trait that is most important when evaluating the facts of a case and building a defense strategy. He is a compassionate advocate who will take the time to explain every fact, phase, and process as he leads clients through what is often the most difficult time of their lives.<\/p>\n <p>Clients hire John because they want someone who will tell them the truth, prepare like their life depends on it, and fight with everything he has.<\/p>\n <a class=\"panel-cta\" href=\"\/contact\">Schedule a Consultation<\/a>\n <\/article>\n\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n<script>\n (function () {\n var tabs = document.querySelectorAll('.timeline-tab');\n var panels = document.querySelectorAll('.timeline-panel');\n\n function switchTo(id) {\n tabs.forEach(function (t) {\n var on = t.dataset.panel === id;\n t.classList.toggle('is-active', on);\n t.setAttribute('aria-selected', on ? 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INTRO \/ BACKGROUND ============ -->\n<section class=\"section-intro\" aria-labelledby=\"intro-h1\">\n <span class=\"eyebrow\">From Small Town Oklahoma to Dallas's Premier Federal Defense Attorney<\/span>\n <h1 id=\"intro-h1\">John R. Teakell's Background<\/h1>\n <p>John R. Teakell has years of experience as a federal prosecutor and defense attorney. He has received numerous honors for his work and has been highlighted by prestigious publications for his wins on federal cases.<\/p>\n <p>John has a focused criminal law and securities background with over 20 years of court room experience. He has a thorough knowledge of both federal and state crimes and both federal and state court systems. He has handled thousands of cases ranging from misdemeanors to federal death penalty cases. There is no case too complex for John. During his time as a criminal defense attorney, he has not only obtained impeccable results but has also gained respect from fellow defense attorneys and prosecutors as well as many of the judges in both the state and federal courts. He has focused his practice on white collar crimes, SEC matters, computer crimes, drug crimes, and violent crimes.<\/p>\n <p>John is known for his ability for attention to detail. That type of trait is most important when evaluating facts of the case and coming up with a defense strategy. He is a compassionate person who will take the time to explain all the facts, phases, and processes as he leads you through this time.<\/p>\n <p>John Teakell proves to be a man of integrity who will use his experience and knowledge to fight in your defense.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<!-- ============ 2. AREAS OF EXPERTISE ============ -->\n<section class=\"section-expertise\" aria-labelledby=\"expertise-h2\">\n <span class=\"eyebrow\">The TeakellLaw Advantage<\/span>\n <h2 id=\"expertise-h2\">Federal Criminal Defense Practice Areas<\/h2>\n <div class=\"expertise-grid\">\n <article class=\"expertise-card\">\n <h3>White Collar Crimes<\/h3>\n <p>Fraud, embezzlement, tax offenses, healthcare fraud, and money laundering. John's years as a federal prosecutor give him a unique insider view of how these cases are built \u2014 and where they break.<\/p>\n <\/article>\n <article class=\"expertise-card\">\n <h3>SEC & Securities Defense<\/h3>\n <p>SEC enforcement actions, insider trading, Ponzi schemes, and parallel criminal proceedings. As a former SEC Senior Trial Counsel, John knows the agency's playbook from the inside.<\/p>\n <\/article>\n <article class=\"expertise-card\">\n <h3>Computer Crimes<\/h3>\n <p>Cyber fraud, unauthorized access, identity theft, and federal offenses under the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act. Modern federal cases demand modern defense strategy.<\/p>\n <\/article>\n <article class=\"expertise-card\">\n <h3>Federal Criminal Defense<\/h3>\n <p>Drug trafficking, conspiracy, violent crimes, and federal death penalty cases. Decades of Assistant U.S. Attorney experience, now on your side of the courtroom.<\/p>\n <\/article>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n<!-- ============ 3. WHY CHOOSE + CONSULTATION FORM ============ -->\n<section class=\"section-why\" aria-labelledby=\"why-h2\">\n <div class=\"why-text\">\n <span class=\"eyebrow\">Award-Winning Federal Criminal Defense Attorney<\/span>\n <h2 id=\"why-h2\">Why Choose John Teakell?<\/h2>\n <p>John R. Teakell has years of experience as a federal prosecutor and defense attorney. He has received numerous honors for his work and has been highlighted by prestigious publications for his wins on federal cases.<\/p>\n <p>John has a focused criminal law and securities background with over 20 years of court room experience. He has a thorough knowledge of both federal and state crimes and both federal and state court systems. He has handled thousands of cases ranging from misdemeanors to federal death penalty cases.<\/p>\n <p>There is no case too complex for John. During his time as a criminal defense attorney, he has not only obtained impeccable results but has also gained respect from fellow defense attorneys and prosecutors as well as many of the judges in both the state and federal courts.<\/p>\n <p>John is known for his attention to detail \u2014 a trait that is most important when evaluating facts of the case and coming up with a defense strategy. 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CASE RESULTS ============ -->\n<section class=\"section-results\" aria-labelledby=\"results-h2\">\n <span class=\"eyebrow\">Client Resources<\/span>\n <h2 id=\"results-h2\">Federal Defense Case Results<\/h2>\n <p>Each year, John R. Teakell handles hundreds of complex federal and white-collar cases. The featured results below are not exceptions \u2014 they reflect the level of success John consistently achieves for his clients. While only a few are highlighted here, they are representative of the strong outcomes John delivers year after year.<\/p>\n <div class=\"case-grid\">\n <a class=\"case-card\" href=\"\/case-results\/2025\"><div class=\"label\">Featured Cases<\/div><div class=\"year\">2025<\/div><\/a>\n <a class=\"case-card\" href=\"\/case-results\/2024\"><div class=\"label\">Featured Cases<\/div><div class=\"year\">2024<\/div><\/a>\n <a class=\"case-card\" href=\"\/case-results\/2023\"><div class=\"label\">Featured Cases<\/div><div class=\"year\">2023<\/div><\/a>\n <a class=\"case-card\" href=\"\/case-results\/2022\"><div class=\"label\">Featured Cases<\/div><div class=\"year\">2022<\/div><\/a>\n <a class=\"case-card\" href=\"\/case-results\/2021\"><div class=\"label\">Featured Cases<\/div><div class=\"year\">2021<\/div><\/a>\n <a class=\"case-card\" href=\"\/case-results\/2020\"><div class=\"label\">Featured Cases<\/div><div class=\"year\">2020<\/div><\/a>\n <a class=\"case-card\" href=\"\/case-results\/2019\"><div class=\"label\">Featured Cases<\/div><div class=\"year\">2019<\/div><\/a>\n <a class=\"case-card\" href=\"\/case-results\/2018\"><div class=\"label\">Featured Cases<\/div><div class=\"year\">2018<\/div><\/a>\n <\/div>\n <a class=\"btn-gold\" href=\"\/case-results\">All Case Results<\/a>\n<\/section>\n<!-- ============ 5. LOCATIONS + MAP ============ -->\n<section class=\"section-locations\" aria-labelledby=\"locations-h2\">\n <span class=\"eyebrow\">TeakellLaw Serving Clients Near You<\/span>\n <h2 id=\"locations-h2\">Federal Criminal Defense Locations<\/h2>\n <p class=\"intro-text\">John R. Teakell is licensed in Texas and represents clients in federal cases nationwide, with a primary focus on the Northern District of Texas. From Dallas and Fort Worth to Houston, Austin, and beyond, John serves clients facing federal criminal charges wherever the case takes him.<\/p>\n <!-- =========================================================\n MAP \u2014 Dallas, pinned on the office.\n This uses Google Maps' no-API-key embed (output=embed),\n which drops a marker on the queried address automatically.\n If you have a Google Maps Embed API key, you can swap the\n src for the official \"Place\" embed for more styling control.\n ========================================================= -->\n <div class=\"map-wrap\">\n <iframe\n title=\"Law Office of John R. 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He will listen to you and give you his honest opinion on what needs to be done. If it wasn't for him I don't know where I would be today.<\/blockquote>\n <div class=\"stars\">★ ★ ★ ★ ★<\/div>\n <figcaption><cite>— Terri Marler<span class=\"src\">Google Review<\/span><\/cite><\/figcaption>\n <\/figure>\n\n <figure class=\"review-slide\">\n <blockquote>When our family found ourselves in a very difficult situation, we were fortunate to have John Teakell step in and take over my son's case. From the very beginning, the difference was remarkable \u2014 responsive, professional, and genuinely invested.<\/blockquote>\n <div class=\"stars\">★ ★ ★ ★ ★<\/div>\n <figcaption><cite>— Linda Walls<span class=\"src\">Google Review<\/span><\/cite><\/figcaption>\n <\/figure>\n\n <figure class=\"review-slide\">\n <blockquote>I can't thank John enough for his outstanding work on my case. He was instrumental in getting me a deferred sentence and significantly reducing my overall sentence. His expertise made a tremendous difference in my life.<\/blockquote>\n <div class=\"stars\">★ ★ ★ ★ ★<\/div>\n <figcaption><cite>— Alicia Calhoun Lee<span class=\"src\">Google Review · Local Guide<\/span><\/cite><\/figcaption>\n <\/figure>\n\n <figure class=\"review-slide\">\n <blockquote>Great, great, superb attorney \u2014 knowledgeable in many different aspects, and patient. It can be scary going through such a process, but if you come across Mr. Teakell, it will be worth it that you found him.<\/blockquote>\n <div class=\"stars\">★ ★ ★ ★ ★<\/div>\n <figcaption><cite>— Chan Hint<span class=\"src\">Google Review<\/span><\/cite><\/figcaption>\n <\/figure>\n\n <figure class=\"review-slide\">\n <blockquote>Mr. John Teakell represented my brother in a federal case. My family and I are forever grateful to him \u2014 words cannot express our gratitude. He is an outstanding, incredible lawyer: compassionate, diligent, and understanding.<\/blockquote>\n <div class=\"stars\">★ ★ ★ ★ ★<\/div>\n <figcaption><cite>— Florence M.<span class=\"src\">Google Review<\/span><\/cite><\/figcaption>\n <\/figure>\n\n <figure class=\"review-slide\">\n <blockquote>The toughest case, and you gave us the best outcome. Now we can have our family together again. I know someone out there may need to hear this \u2014 John fought for us when it mattered most.<\/blockquote>\n <div class=\"stars\">★ ★ ★ ★ ★<\/div>\n <figcaption><cite>— Viviana Luna<span class=\"src\">Google Review<\/span><\/cite><\/figcaption>\n <\/figure>\n\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"review-nav\">\n <button class=\"review-arrow\" id=\"review-prev\" aria-label=\"Previous review\">‹<\/button>\n <div class=\"review-dots\" id=\"review-dots\" role=\"tablist\"><\/div>\n <button class=\"review-arrow\" id=\"review-next\" aria-label=\"Next review\">›<\/button>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"reviews-cta\">\n <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/4AiATdkzuRaFcc3B7\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read all 30 reviews on Google →<\/a>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n<script>\n(function () {\n var track = document.getElementById('review-track');\n if (!track) return;\n var slides = Array.prototype.slice.call(track.querySelectorAll('.review-slide'));\n var dotsWrap = document.getElementById('review-dots');\n var i = 0, timer;\n\n slides.forEach(function (_, n) {\n var b = document.createElement('button');\n b.setAttribute('role', 'tab');\n b.setAttribute('aria-label', 'Review ' + (n + 1));\n if (n === 0) b.className = 'is-active';\n b.addEventListener('click', function () { go(n); reset(); });\n dotsWrap.appendChild(b);\n });\n var dots = Array.prototype.slice.call(dotsWrap.children);\n\n function go(n) {\n slides[i].classList.remove('is-active');\n dots[i].classList.remove('is-active');\n i = (n + slides.length) % slides.length;\n slides[i].classList.add('is-active');\n dots[i].classList.add('is-active');\n }\n function next() { go(i + 1); }\n function reset() { clearInterval(timer); timer = setInterval(next, 6000); }\n\n document.getElementById('review-next').addEventListener('click', function () { next(); reset(); });\n document.getElementById('review-prev').addEventListener('click', function () { go(i - 1); reset(); });\n reset();\n})();\n<\/script>\n<\/body>\n<\/html>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-2af9c3b elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"2af9c3b\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-429dff8\" data-id=\"429dff8\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-inner-section elementor-element elementor-element-835be79 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"835be79\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{"background_background":"gradient"}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-50 elementor-inner-column elementor-element elementor-element-a152f5a\" data-id=\"a152f5a\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1685bc9 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"1685bc9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Featured<\/span>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d66dc8b elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"d66dc8b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">John Teakell featured in the bestselling \u201cCup of Coffee\u201d series<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-cca8dab elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"cca8dab\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h5 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">A Cup Of Coffee With 10 Of The Top Criminal Defense Attorneys In The United States: Valuable insights you should know if you are accused of a crime<\/h5>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-aa5bd22 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"aa5bd22\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>John R. Teakell co-authored the book on Criminal Defense titled \u201cA Cup of Coffee With 10 Of The Top Criminal Defense Attorneys In The United States\u201d, the book offers useful and relevant information about what happens if you are charged with a crime.<\/p><p>Mr. Teakell is also a frequent commenter in local and national media on the criminal justice system and high profile cases.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-50 elementor-inner-column elementor-element elementor-element-ae7acd9\" data-id=\"ae7acd9\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c14537f elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"c14537f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" 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