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Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 30 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Bio: Mr. Gurovich is an alumni of the University of California at Los Angeles and Loyola Law School, where he emphasized the study of constitutional and criminal law. Upon graduating law school and passing the California BAR Examination in 1995, Mr. Gu...

Rating: 8.1

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 33 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Review: "Mr. Kaloyanides is a very caring and dedicated attorney. He will research and prepare your case like no other attorney would. He cares about his clients and you feel extremely well represented."

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Criminal Defense Lawyers in California

Criminal defense lawyers represent clients at every stage of a criminal case: investigation, arrest, arraignment, plea bargaining, trial, and appeal. They assess evidence, protect constitutional rights, negotiate reduced charges or sentences, cross-examine witnesses, raise defenses, file motions, and advocate to minimize penalties or obtain acquittals.

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Criminal Defense

Criminal defense lawyers represent clients at every stage of a criminal case: investigation, arrest, arraignment, plea bargaining, trial, and appeal. They assess evidence, protect constitutional rights, negotiate reduced charges or sentences, cross-examine witnesses, raise defenses, file motions, and advocate to minimize penalties or obtain acquittals.

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 5 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, DUI & DWI and more

Bio: Los Angeles Criminal Defense Attorney – Kelmansky Law Kelmansky Law is a Los Angeles–based boutique criminal defense firm providing strategic, personalized, and cost-effective representation. Clients work directly with attorney Yuliya Kelmansky—no...

Rating: 7.0

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 6 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence

Bio: I come to work everyday so that I can make a difference in someone's life. My passion is helping others. I provide criminal defense and DUI defense representation. Outside of my law practice, I operate two non-profits that serve the homeless commu...

Rating: 7.3

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 8 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury

Review: "In my opinion, when it comes to legal representation it’s hard to find someone who legitimately cares. I didn’t have that issue with Courtney. She was there every step of the way. There were times I asked a little more than what was expected of he..."

Rating: 7.1

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 29 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Juvenile, DUI & DWI and more

Bio: I am an experienced criminal defense trial attorney who will give you honest, professional and straight forward answers. I handle all felony and misdemeanors matters including: Drug cases (possession, sales and transportation), Theft and burglary ...

Rating: 7.9

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Review: "Evan George got a dv case completely dropped. The D.A. had already sent out subpoenas and was threatening 3years probation, 30 days incarceration or community service, parenting classes as well as anger management and fines. Almost willing to take..."

Rating: 7.8

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 8 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Litigation

Review: "I consulted Attorney Zach Skidelsky for advice regarding a dispute with a home contractor over a swimming pool installation at our new home. From the initial consultation, Zach was incredibly helpful. He listened patiently to my concerns and clear..."

Rating: 6.8

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family

Bio: I help people accused of committing crimes. As founder of Not Guilty Law, Attorney Nate Gjesdal delivers personalized legal representation for clients fighting criminal charges throughout Orange County, Riverside County, San Bernardino County, and...

Rating: 7.3

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 40 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Review: "If you’re looking for a really smart, proven Lawyer that can cut through the red tape that comes along with legal matters, you want Araceli Ramirez in your corner. Her experience from both sides of the bench, as a Judge Pro Tempore and an Attorney..."

Rating: 6.8

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Immigration

Review: "My name is Ismael I was a victim of an injustice in Vallejo where I committed a mistake that entrapped me into a situation that severed my immigration process for long years without any remedy available for me, it was an impossible case to solve, ..."

Rating: 7.9

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 9 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family

Bio: Born and raised in Santa Cruz, I returned home after law school to serve my community as a Deputy Public Defender with the Santa Cruz Public Defender’s Office (formerly Biggam, Christensen, and Minsloff). For more than six years, I appeared in cou...

Rating: 6.8

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Appeals

Review: "I had a legal issue in the past. My public defense attorney at the time suggested we accept a felony and hope to plea down. Instead, I got in touch with Mr. Oberto. I have an entirely clean record thanks to him. Could not be more appreciative."

Rating: 8.3

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 49 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Appeals

Bio: I have been handling criminal, business and litigation cases for over thirty years. I have handled thousandsof these cases and know the law, the courts, and thegovernment agencies. I am one of the relatively few lawyers to have actually argued a c...

Rating: 7.7

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 30 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Bio: Since 1995, Eric Schweitzer has been representing countless clients throughout California in a wide range of criminal charges. From first-time DUIs to third felony convictions, the Fresno criminal defense attorney from Schweitzer & Davidian is an ...

Rating: 7.7

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 41 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Violent Crime, Sex Crime and more

Bio: The Law Office of John Karas has OVER 3 Decades of EXPERIENCE providing vigorous, effective and high-quality representation (with an individualized touch) to thousands of clients in both Criminal and Civil matters. If you need aggressive represent...

Rating: 7.7

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 37 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Litigation

Bio: One of the nation’s top trial lawyers, Wayne Gross has been selected to serve as lead trial counsel by companies, executives, and celebrities in their highest-stakes litigation matters. He has been repeatedly selected for inclusion in The Best Law...

Rating: 10

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Immigration

Bio: Personal, amable, accesible y amistoso, no se oyen a menudo cuando se describe a un bufete de abogados. Esta es precisamente la razón por la cual Lutin Law Group fue fundado. Nosotros somos un bufete de inmigración y de defensa criminal suficiente...

Rating: 7.7

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 31 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Litigation, DUI & DWI and more

Bio: Glendale attorney Sarkis Jacob Babachanian offers clients efficient, cost-effective legal solutions inside and outside of the courtroom. Over 26 years of law practice experience qualify Mr. Babachanian to professionally handle cases in these pract...

Rating: 10

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 34 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Litigation

Review: "It's an open and shut case. She's the best around and has the record to prove it. Professional, reliable, and her wit and candor would certainly intimidate any of the opposition, though I fear there may be no such thing these days (opposition). Th..."

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