Overview
Practice Areas
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50% DUI / DWI
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35% Criminal Defense
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5% Juvenile
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5% Violent Crime
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5% Domestic Violence
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Fees and Payment Types
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Fees
Fixed (Always)
Payment types
Cash, Check
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Contact Information
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Languages Spoken
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About Me
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Attorney Jimmy Cha grew up with a passion for criminal justice. He understands that often times, good people make poor decisions that can have adverse and... more
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References
Client Reviews
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Posted by:
Thomas,
2012-01-05
about 1 month ago.
Client Review:
I was arrested for 3rd DUI and facing 120 days minimum in county jail. Also I was looking at additional 120 days for my probation violation from my...
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Posted by:
David,
2011-12-12
2 months ago.
Client Review:
Jimmy just walked me through my 3rd D.U.I. I didn't receive any jail time. On sentencing day the judge told me, " I have never seen anyone get the...
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Peer Endorsements
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After reviewing attorney Cha's history as well as his insightful answers to questions posted on Avvo, I believe he is a trustworthy source of legal...
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Endorsement from lawyer:
Michael Gauthier
, Wauconda (IL), 2 months ago
I fully endorse this lawyer. Jimmy is a hardworking, fierce advocate for his clients. He is also highly respected in the legal community.
Endorsement from lawyer:
Steven Bloom
, Fullerton (CA), 4 months ago
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Résumé
License
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3 years since Jimmy Cha was first licensed to practice law.
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License status |
Year acquired |
Last updated by Avvo |
| California |
Active
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2008 |
02/10/2012 |
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
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Work Experience
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| Position |
Duration |
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Expert Witness at
Law Office of Jimmy Cha
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2010–present
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Attorney at
Law Office Of Jimmy Cha
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2008–present
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guest speaker at
Law Office of Jimmy Cha
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2006–present
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Mentor Parolees at
VIP Mentors
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2009–2011
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Law Clerk at
Orange County Juvenile Public Defenders Office
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2007–2007
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Attorney Investigator/Law Clerk at
Law Offices of David P. Elder
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2001–2007
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Law Clerk at
Orange County Public Defenders Office
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2006–2007
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See all 7 job entries
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Education
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| School |
Major |
Degree |
Graduated |
| Western State Univ Col |
Law |
JD - Juris Doctor with a certification in Criminal Law Studies |
2007 |
| Univ Of California At Los Angeles |
Sociology |
BA - Bachelor of Arts |
2004 |
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Awards
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| Award Name |
Granting Organization |
Date |
| Judge Takasugi Pro Bono Bar Review Scholarship |
Judge Takasugi Pro Bono Bar Review |
2008 |
| WSU Alumni Association Scholarship |
Western State University College of Law |
2007 |
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Associations
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| Position |
Association Name |
Duration |
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North Orange County Bar Association |
2011-present
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| Member |
California Public Defenders Association |
2010-present
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| Member |
California DUI Lawyers Association |
2009-present
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| Member |
State Bar of California |
2008-present
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| Member |
California Young Lawyers Association |
2008-2011
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| Member |
State Bar of California, Criminal Law Section |
2008-2011
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| Member |
Orange County Korean American Bar Association |
2009-2010
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See all 7 association entries
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Portfolio
Contribution
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Contributor Level 13
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Cases
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Outcome: Proposition 36, no jail time.
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Publications
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Speaking Engagements
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| Presentation Name |
Conference |
Date |
| gangs, courtroom behavior, and becoming better officers |
Whittier Police Department training |
2011 |
| Drugs and Gangs |
E-High One Life |
2011 |
| Guest speaker at Cal State Fullerton, Psychology 101 on drugs and gangs |
Cal State Fullerton |
2011 |
| gangs, violence, drugs, and life skills |
Los Angeles Conservation Core guest speaker |
2010 |
| gangs, drugs, and delinquent life styles |
LACES Magnet School in Los Angeles guest speaker |
2010 |
| gangs, drugs, and teenage trends |
LACES Magnet School in Los Angeles guest speaker |
2010 |
| adolescent psychosocial development and the effects of gangs, drugs, and peer pressure |
Fullerton College guest speaker |
2010 |
| gangs, violence, and the law |
UCLA Lambda Fraternity |
2009 |
| impact of gangs and the law, current gang trends, and understanding gangs |
WSU Criminal Law Association guest speaker |
2007 |
| life skills and the law |
Educational Opportunity Program Services guest speaker |
2007 |
| perils of gangs, life experiences, and consequences |
Cross Roads High School guest speaker |
2007 |
| gangs and prison |
Criminal Law Certification Program guest speaker |
2007 |
| gangs |
Cal State Fullerton Criminal Justice class guest speaker |
2007 |
| gangs and prison |
Criminal Law Externship Seminar guest speaker |
2006 |
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