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    Kenneth A. Reed

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    Kenneth A. Reed

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    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 37 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "I was referred to him because of his professionalism and expertise in Federal criminal matters. My husband was charged with a federal white collar crime. Mr. Reed handled my husbands case like a pro he worked with all his knowledge was able to get..."
    Rating:  6.8
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    Barry Melton

    Barry Melton

    5.03 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 43 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, General Practice
    Review: "From the very start Mr. Melton was very considerate and provided excellent guidance on the subject covered. He expressed a real concern and interest in a favorable resolution for my case. He is very knowledgeable in the area and professional at al..."
    Rating:  7.6
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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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    Stephen Anthony Varga

    Stephen Anthony Varga

    5.02 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 45 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
    Bio: Stephen A. Varga graduated from Stanford University with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. After Stanford, he pursued his law degree at Loyola Law School in Los Angeles, California. Mr. Varga is licensed to practice law in the State of California ...
    Rating:  7.8
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    Joshua Tobias Hershon

    Joshua Tobias Hershon

    4.312 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Child Custody and more
    Bio: Hello, I fight for all of my clients as if they were family, and I am proud to say that other lawyers from all over San Diego County have hired me for themselves and for their family members. One of the things that I believe sets our firm apart is...
    Rating:  9.0
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    Alonzo Jarvis Gradford

    Alonzo Jarvis Gradford

    4.415 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "A few months back I got into some trouble when I was referred to Alonzo. I was facing three charges, needless to say Mr Gradford was able to get the two most serious charges dropped & the third reduced from a DUI to a dry reckless. At first I felt..."
    Rating:  7.8
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    Vanessa Amalia Munos

    Vanessa Amalia Munos

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 23 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Violent Crime and more
    Bio: I am an aggressive, highly experienced criminal defense attorney. Very experienced in defending DUI and DMV matters, domestic violence cases, all crimes of violence, sex offenses and drug offenses. I am here to defend your rights and help you seek...
    Rating:  8.2
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    Ryan D Kerns

    Ryan D Kerns

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Entertainment, DUI & DWI and more
    Review: "I recommend that everybody contact Ryan if you need legal help, even if just for a consultation. I got in trouble with the law, and I didn't think there was any hope, but he worked tirelessly, and was able to secure a great deal for me from the DA..."
    Rating:  8.3
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    Babak Bobby Farahan

    Babak Bobby Farahan

    5.07 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Probably the best lawyer Ive ever dealt with. I had an embezzlement charge and a Felony Conspiracy to commit a crime charge, and Bob was able to get my embezzlement charge dropped, and was able to bring my felony charge down to a misdemeanor in th..."
    Rating:  7.7
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    Ronald A. Cabanayan

    Ronald A. Cabanayan

    5.06 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence
    Bio: At the Law Office of Ronald A. Cabanayan, you will have a dedicated ally by your side to stand up for your rights. You can't take criminal charges lightly. We work to reduce or eliminate the charges against you so you can go back to living your li...
    Rating:  8.3
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    Martha Jane Carlton-Magana

    Martha Jane Carlton-Magana

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 49 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
    Bio: No one in Stanislaus County has more experience, or had more success as criminal defense attorney. I've represented hundreds of individuals charged with every kind of criminal defense. I’ve defended each one aggressively, passionately, knowledgeab...
    Rating:  8.3
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    Jeffrey L. Decker

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    Jeffrey L. Decker

    5.05 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, DUI & DWI and more
    Bio: After a long career in Law Enforcement, where I supervised many special units and read thousands of police reports, I became an attorney with a unique background. Sometimes its whats missing in reports that count the most.
    Rating:  7.3
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    Robert Gary Cummings

    Robert Gary Cummings

    4.721 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 26 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Litigation, Family and more
    Bio: Robert Cummings was raised in a highly competitive environment. He grew up fighting: on the football field, on the wrestling matt, and in the karate dojo. He was also fiercely competitive in several other sports, including baseball, soccer, tennis...
    Rating:  7.5
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    Bradley Lawrence Sorrentino

    Bradley Lawrence Sorrentino

    5.015 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 9 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Car Accidents, Personal Injury and more
    Bio: Attorney Sorrentino, or Brad as he prefers to be called, is an experienced, energetic, and passionate lawyer who is dedicated to working tirelessly to solve your legal issue. Brad prides himself on his ability to relate to his clients' problem, hi...
    Rating:  8.9
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    Timothy Brian Rien

    Timothy Brian Rien

    3.97 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 48 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, White Collar Crime, DUI & DWI
    Review: "I hired Tim for defense in very serious criminal charges I was accused of. Tim worked tirelessly on my behalf. He was thorough, always available and understood that there was a huge amount of emotion involved in my case and handled that part of it..."
    Rating:  8.8
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    Adam Francis Doyle

    Adam Francis Doyle

    5.02 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, Drug Crime and more
    Bio: If you’re facing federal charges, you need to protect your future with a lawyer who will be with you every step of the way. I’ve spent years inside the federal courthouse fighting for clients just like you. I intentionally take on a limited number...
    Rating:  7.6
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    Jessica Dumas

    Jessica Dumas

    5.06 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket
    Review: "Jessica represented me in a manner that was highly exceptional, she is truly a blessing to me and my family. She handled my situation swiftly, and knew exactly which actions to implement. I would definitely suggest everyone who reads this message ..."
    Rating:  7.3
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    Negeen Mirreghabie

    Negeen Mirreghabie

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Entertainment, Business and more
    Bio: Ms. Mirreghabie is a tenacious, diligent, and attentive California-admitted attorney equipped with a profound work ethic and sharp business acumen. Her zeal is best evidenced by her attaining, at the top of each of her classes and within a cumulat...
    Rating:  9.4
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    Ilean Reineri Baltodano

    Ilean Reineri Baltodano

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 29 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Mrs. Baltidano was my husbands PD for a criminal case he had. He was given 19 years but she faught his case & beat it. She was trustworthy, kept us informed with everything & told us straight up the pros & cons even if it wasn't good to our ears. ..."
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    Bruce Martin Margolin

    Bruce Martin Margolin

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 59 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Business and more
    Bio: His firm, The Law Offices of Bruce M. Margolin, Esq., began in 1967. Initially, Margolin dedicated his practice to helping individuals fight marijuana charges, which were quite serious at the time, even for minor offenses. He supports the legaliza...
    Rating:  8.7
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    Paul Anthony Suppa

    Paul Anthony Suppa

    5.04 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 25 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Bio: Dear Prospective Client, I understand that you are looking for help for yourself and/or loved ones. I honor that obligation and promise my best efforts to resolve your crisis favorably. I begin negotiations with dismissal in mind on the charges fi...
    Rating:  7.5
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