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Ezekiel E. Cortez

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Ezekiel E. Cortez
5.0 star rating
The FINEST federal defense and representation PERIOD!
- a Federal Crime client
5.0 star rating
The Best attorney to have in your corner !!!
- Cindy M, a Investment Fraud client

9.5

Superb

10
Experience 4.5 star rating
Industry Recognition 3.5 star rating
Professional Conduct 5.0 star rating

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Overview

Practice Areas
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  • 60% Federal Crime
    29 years
  • 25% White Collar Crime
  • 15% Securities / Investment Fraud

Fees and Payment Types

Fees

Free Consultation (60 minutes)

Payment types

Cash, Check

Contact Information
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  • 619-237-0309
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  • Ezekiel E. Cortez
    1010 Second Avenue Suite 1850
    San Diego, CA 92101
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Languages Spoken
  • French
  • Spanish

About Me

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Ezekiel E. Cortez is a Board Certified Criminal Law Specialist, California State Bar Board of Legal Specialization after passing the federal specialist... more

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5.0 star rating 3 reviews
5 star rating

“The FINEST federal defense and representation PERIOD!”

Posted by: a Federal Crime client, 2009-06-04 over 2 years ago.

Client Review: From the moment Attorney Cortez accepted my case (over a weekend) he worked tirelessly, regardless of buisness hours or holiday schedules, first to... more
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“The Best attorney to have in your corner !!!”

Posted by: Cindy M, 2010-03-11 almost 2 years ago.

Client Review: Tireless, efficient, capable and professional are just a few words I would use to discribe what Zeke brings to the legal system. My case was handled... more
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Peer Endorsements

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4 endorsements

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Natalie Prescott

Mr. Cortez is an outstanding lawyer. I have personally observed his work on many occasions and during my work at the federal court. He is a highly... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Natalie Prescott , San Diego (CA), Almost 2 years ago
Oleg Cross

I highly endorse the work of Mr. Ezekiel Cortez. Mr. Cortez is a dean of the federal defense bar. He is highly respected by fellow members of the... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Oleg Cross , San Diego (CA), Almost 2 years ago
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Résumé

 

License

28 years since Ezekiel E. Cortez was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
California Active 1984 11/07/2011
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Work Experience
Position Duration
Professor at Moscow University 2005–2006
Professor at San Diego State University 2004–2005
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Education
School Major Degree Graduated
University of San Diego School of Law Law JD - Juris Doctor 1983
California State University, San Diego Political Science BA - Bachelor of Arts 1980

Awards
Award Name Granting Organization Date
San Diego Super Lawyers Super Lawyers 2010
Best Lawyers in America Best Lawyers 2010
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Associations
Position Association Name Duration
Member La Raza Lawyers Association of California 1998-present
Member Lawyers Club of San Diego 1997-present
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Portfolio

Contribution
Reputation Level 6
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Guides: 1 Legal Guide
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Publications
Article Publication Date
Various Articles Encyclopedia of American Civil Liberties 2009
Federal Defense Manual," Federal Defenders of San Diego, 1985

Speaking Engagements
Presentation Name Conference Date
Trial Techniques Institute of Criminal Defense Advocacy 2010
The U S Constitution - A Live Demonstration Constitution Week 2009

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