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    Daniel Brant Schultz

    Daniel Brant Schultz

    5.03 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 27 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "He did more then I expected got me a felony gun charge 3 related felony cultivation and turn the gun charge into misdemeanor possession of ammunition. Then the felony cultivation into misdemeanor. Was looking at felony 2 years probation with time..."
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    William Howard Safford

    William Howard Safford

    5.03 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, Speeding & Traffic Ticket
    Bio: William Safford graduated from Capital Law School, Columbus, Ohio, in 2009. While living in Columbus, he worked for three years with the Franklin County Public Defender, helping with felony trials and appeals. Prior to attending law school, he wor...
    Rating:  6.5
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    Michael Francis Brown

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    Michael Francis Brown

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    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 32 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Litigation and more
    Rating:  8.1
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    Tracy Y. Toledo

    Tracy Y. Toledo

    4.517 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 31 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Divorce & Separation and more
    Bio: I have been a Trial Attorney for more than 22 years focusing my practice on personal injury, family law and criminal defense. I pride myself on getting to know my clients and their needs. I am a strong advocate for my clients and believe in keepin...
    Rating:  7.4
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    Nuha Abusamra

    Nuha Abusamra

    5.02 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 8 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "This was a once in a lifetime mistake on my part . An having a public defender like Nuha was an absolute god send. In my opinion she went above and beyond what was expected. An I would absolutely hire her again and again. Thank you so very much.. "
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    Sherif Fathy

    Sherif Fathy

    5.02 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Debt Settlement, Bankruptcy & Debt and more
    Review: "I and many of my friends and family have used Sherif Fathy for various legal services. He is very responsive and an excellent communicator. He will work with you until your issue is satisfactorily resolved. All my friends and family that I have re..."
    Rating:  6.5
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    Harout A Messrelian

    Harout A Messrelian

    5.02 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Employment & Labor
    Review: "Definitely worth it ! Mr. Messrelian was very honest and respectful. He took the time to explain everything to my husband and me. He made us feel comfortable with the matter and was extremely reliable in every sense. Very affordable and got the jo..."
    Rating:  6.8
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    Stuart Goldfarb

    Stuart Goldfarb

    3.76 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 61 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Mr Stuart Goldforb is an amazing attorney who believes in the definition of the word law. My husband was accused of four count of murder and with the knowledge determination of Mr Goldforb my husband is now a free man. Great job Mr Goldforb your o..."
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    Jonathan Terrence Pickett

    Jonathan Terrence Pickett

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "My case was back dated almost 2 years, which got very frustrating for me. There were many continuances, due to covid, and some I think were strategic. He charges a very fair rate (for misdemeanor crimes at least). In my opinion he is a very good l..."
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    David Shane Tango Fujimoto

    David Shane Tango Fujimoto

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Mr. Fujimoto will go above & beyond to defend his clients. Having him as your public defender is just as good as hiring private counsel. It is evident that he is passionate about his job and he really cares about his clients and goes out of his wa..."
    Rating:  6.7
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    James Raymond Homola

    James Raymond Homola

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    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 51 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Federal Crime
    Review: "Dedicated, thoughtful, resourceful and wise are just a few of the words that I would use to describe this humble attorney. He represented my sister who was wrongfully charged with murdering her baby. The case was dismissed in prelim, a legal mirac..."
    Rating:  6.5
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    Conrad John Barrington

    Conrad John Barrington

    3.76 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 22 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Conrad is very good with handling big DUI related cases. I was charged falsely with child endangerment, assault on a police officer and I did not go to jail. Very profession at all times. really seems to light up the courthouse when onsite. great ..."
    Rating:  7.3
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    Richard Elia Nahigian

    Richard Elia Nahigian

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 56 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, General Practice
    Review: "Richard Nahigian came very highly recommended to me via other lawyers in the same field of a different type as well as word of mouth. His experience in Los Angeles alone is vast and is he is revered in other states as well. The odds were so agains..."
    Rating:  6.7
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    Ira Sheldon Chester

    Ira Sheldon Chester

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 46 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
    Review: "I have known Ira Chester Esq. for over 30 years as personal friend. Then came a time when I needed his professional services. I was arrested on four felony counts with a firearm. I was employed by Los Angles Airport Police as a Traffic Enforcement..."
    Rating:  6.7
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    John Thomas Burke

    John Thomas Burke

    4.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 31 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury
    Review: "Mr. Burke was very helpful with my case. He made sure he followed through with everything and he was able to secure the results he claimed he could from the outset. Overall I think that Mr. Burke was a great choice for representation and I would r..."
    Rating:  7.7
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    Abel Galvan

    Abel Galvan

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 31 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Speeding and Traffic Ticket
    Review: "I have been a client of Mr. Ticket for over 15 years now, and I have only positive reviews of his staff and the attorneys that represent his firm! This past speeding ticket that I had, I contacted Mr. Mehdy (Super Smart and a sense of humor), and ..."
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    Edward Charles Sada

    Edward Charles Sada

    4.33 reviews Attention
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 58 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "He has been amazing. He’s kept me in good grace and is straight to the point. I love you Mr SADA! Thank you for being a huge help in my life!!!"
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    Brian H Getz

    Brian H Getz

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    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 46 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Rating:  8.6
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    Albert Perez Jr

    Albert Perez Jr

    5.02 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 34 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Litigation
    Review: "Albert Perez Jr. has helped us in numerous cases including a family law case. We are very please with his immediate responses to questions and concerns we have had regarding our cases. We have been more than satisfied with services he's provided a..."
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    Michael Jason Munoz

    Michael Jason Munoz

    4.69 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family
    Review: "Michael takes the time to talk to you;he offers free consultations while others charge. He is caring, and knowledgeable. Michael also explains every little detail about your case in a language you can understand and not just in lawyer talk. He is ..."
    Rating:  6.6
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