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    Meghan M Behrens

    Meghan M Behrens

    5.03 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Violent Crime and more
    Bio: With 13 years of criminal defense experience, I am the best lawyer to fight for your rights. If you've been charged with a crime, call me for a free consultation. Quality representation at an affordable rate.
    Rating:  7.5
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    John B Steinhart

    John B Steinhart

    5.03 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Workers Compensation, Appeals and more
    Review: "I was pulled over for an OWI some months ago and hired John Steinhart as my legal representation. My professional license and career has been a challenged by this. My family life has been in a similar situation. John as my legal representation has..."
    Rating:  8.1
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    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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    Robert William Tiangco

    Robert William Tiangco

    5.03 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 30 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
    Bio: Robert W. Tiangco is an aggressive attorney with over 15 years experience specializing in criminal defense. Mr. Tiangco has a high level of proficiency in criminal defense, extensive litigation of complex cases with notable esteemed character and ...
    Rating:  6.8
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    Adrienne Harbottle

    Adrienne Harbottle

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Divorce & Separation
    Bio: Criminal Attorney who can help you navigate the court process in an honest and understanding way. Also, handles uncontested divorces. Available for the following courts: San Luis Obispo County, Santa Maria, Santa Barbara, Lompoc, Fresno, Visalia a...
    Rating:  6.5
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    Laura Ruth Vavakin

    Laura Ruth Vavakin

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "She got me out of jail on a case that would of sent me to prison for 27 years, Worked hard on the DA and Judge and never gave up on me. She is a fighter and iam glad she was my lawyer."
    Rating:  6.7
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    Darold Myles Shirwo

    Darold Myles Shirwo

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 45 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, General Practice, Civil Rights
    Bio: I have been practicing for over 40 years primarily in cirminal law and have done 100's of jury trials and over a thousand non-jury trials including serious felonies (murder, etc.), , habeas, expungements, etc. and practice mainly in the San Fernan...
    Rating:  6.6
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    Christopher Raymond Logan

    Christopher Raymond Logan

    4.45 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Christopher Logan has handled some cases for me that have turned out better than I expected. Not only is he comfortable to talk to but he's nice to look at too. Thus man knows the law and is quick with making sure your voice is heard. I believe he..."
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    Steven Allan Whitworth

    Steven Allan Whitworth

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    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence, Sex Crime and more
    Bio: District Attorneys are in the business of prosecution. Because of this, you should hire an attorney who has always been in the business of defending individual's rightsunder Constitution of the United States. One of my personal goals as your attor...
    Rating:  5.3
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    Addie Louise Young

    Addie Louise Young

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    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Rating:  8.6
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    Michelle J. Cameron-Hunsaker

    Michelle J. Cameron-Hunsaker

    3.69 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Bio: I am licensed to practice law in the State of California and in the federal court system. I graduated from California Midland College of Law with a Juris Doctor and magna cum laude from Northern Arizona University with a Bachelor of Science in His...
    Rating:  6.8
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    Torrence Lee Howell

    Torrence Lee Howell

    4.69 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 30 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Business
    Bio: Torrence L. Howell has been in private practice for 20 years, focusing on Family Law and Business Law matters. Howell has an undergraduate degree in Accounting and MBA. Torrence L. Howell practices in the Courts for the counties of San Bernardino,...
    Rating:  7.4
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    James Dalrymple

    James Dalrymple

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 5 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Juvenile, Guardianship and more
    Bio: I am a criminal defense attorney practicing in San Joaquin County. I also represent children and parents in Juvenile Dependency Court (CPS proceedings) Our firm mainly practices in Criminal Defense and C.P.S. defense. Our office defends both juven...
    Rating:  6.0
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    Anthony James Crawford

    Anthony James Crawford

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 43 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Mr. Crawford helped me out tremendously. He is one of the most intelligent and informed people I've ever met. An awesome attorney too. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for legal counsel."
    Rating:  6.7
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    Josh David Hillemeier

    Josh David Hillemeier

    5.02 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Expungement
    Review: "I highly recommend Josh D. Hillemeir. He handled my case seamlessly and his expertise, straightforwardness and honesty resulted in a positive outcome."
    Rating:  6.3
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    Kenneth Matthew Foley

    Kenneth Matthew Foley

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 51 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "I first came to ken foley many years ago on a suspected burglary case. After everything was said and done 6 felony’s and 2 mistaminors were all all dropped and I was presumed innocent."
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    David Joseph Larkin

    David Joseph Larkin

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 45 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and more
    Review: "Unfortunately I have had to seek David's assistance for two different matters. In each matter David took over and in a few weeks I received the great news that he had obtained a not guilty - in both of my matters! If you find yourself in the need ..."
    Rating:  7.6
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    Patanisha Ena Davis-Jenkins

    Patanisha Ena Davis-Jenkins

    4.04 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Estate Planning and more
    Review: "True enough, Patanisha exceeded our expectations. Very classy, honest and sincere. We felt the connection the first time we met her. She made us feel like a family. Thank you Patanisha! You are a blessing!!!!"
    Rating:  8.2
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    Theodore Walter Cassman

    Theodore Walter Cassman

    Not yet reviewedReview Theodore
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 44 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Government, Constitutional
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    Joseph Michael Tysel

    Joseph Michael Tysel

    5.02 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 35 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Car Accidents, Immigration and more
    Review: "Hello Joseph Tysel, i wanted to let you know how much i appreciate you. The moment i hired you, you immediately started working on my case. The main thing i like best of is that you care for your clients and you genuinely do. Your attentiveness is..."
    Rating:  6.5
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    Jonathan James Kissel

    Jonathan James Kissel

    4.08 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 47 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "How many people can say that they got to sit at Comedy Central Comedy Club to be an audience member in what other people paid to see AS A FORM OF COMMUNITY SERVICE FOR CRIMINAL CHARGES??? Umm… I really feel like I am the only one who can confid..."
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