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Posted by Sonja | July 07, 2014 | Criminal Defense

Hire him!

I was charged with a misdemeanor DUI in March 2013. After several meetings in court, waiting 7 months for BAC results, and the police officer not showing for the MVD hearing, my case was dismissed. But only temporarily. 10 days before the 1 year anniversary that would have let me off the hook entirel...y, they "found" my blood results and the case was reopened. Lucky me. Fortunately, I still had Aaron Black as my attorney. He answered all the questions I'd had a year before, again, as we started from scratch and my fears renewed. The judge was lenient and did not give me any additional jail time beyond the 2 hours I had served the night of the arrest, but Aaron was ready to argue on my behalf to try to get minimal jail time. After my final court hearing I was still reeling and felt overwhelmed with all I still had to do. Aaron was still there, even after that final court hearing, providing an itemized list to keep me on track. And then, as the letters of all the penalty requirements poured in, I was shocked to learn I'd received 46 hours of alcohol classes, which seemed rediculous for a first offense. I contacted Aaron and he agreed. He immediately contacted the the screening company on my behalf, and got them to correct a mistake they had made. In the end, I received only the minimum penalties. I don't know how anyone can navigate this confusing and terrifying process without the help of a great attorney, and I was lucky enough to choose one. I'd highly recommend Aaron to anyone going through this! He was available anytime to answer my questions, quick to respond, and aggressive in his pursuit for any information that would improve your chances of a successful outcome.

Posted by anonymous | June 28, 2014 | DUI & DWI

Super Extreme DUI plead to an Extreme DUI

I was arrested for a Super Extreme DUI after a single vehicle accident, and I thank God no one was injured. I was processed and released, and preliminary BAC indicated was a .170. I later learned that my BAC was over .20 making it a Super Extreme DUI, I was facing enhanced jail term and hefty fines. ... I had never experienced anything like this before in my life. The following day was the worst, my car was wrecked and I was going to jail. Knowing that I could not properly defend myself in court, I began looking for an attorney. I found two attorneys that had very good reviews on the internet, and scheduled my first free consultation. I walked into a very plush looking office and saw three females I believed to be paralegals. My consultation was scheduled at a certain time and I arrived 15 minutes early. I walked into the conference room sat down and looked at the paperwork that was handed to me to fill out. Upon reading the documents, I noticed the free consultation was for 15 minutes, and anything over 15 minutes I would be charged 250.00 dollars. So I waited for the attorney, the appointment time came and went and I waited another 15 minutes, and still no attorney. So I changed my mind about this attorney and left the office. I called Attorney Aaron Black after leaving, and scheduled an appointment with him the following day. I walked into his office, and I felt as If I'd known him for a long time as he made my wife and I feel very comfortable. I sat down and discussed my case with Mr. Black and he assured me he would do everything he could to help me on my case, and that he did. Mr. Black was always available for my telephone calls and promptly returned my email or text messages. Mr. Black kept me informed on the case status, and was always well prepared in answering all of my questions via text and email. Mr. Black advised me to get the alcohol screening done, and I'm glad I did as many others had their screening done after their time in jail. Mr. Black was able to drop the Super Extreme DUI to a Extreme DUI, saving me jail time and court fines. I feel that Mr. Black not only provided me with outstanding and professional service, and feel that I've gained a friend. So if you ever need a professional and competent criminal Attorney hire Aaron Black, he's the best... My court case is now over, and Mr. Black asked me to contact him if I had any other issues or questions. He's assisted me with MVD, and told me he would continue to answer any questions I may have and would continue to assist me with MVD. Mr. Black has gone the extra mile for me. Thank you Aaron Black....

Posted by anonymous | June 27, 2014 | DUI & DWI

Don't Look Any Further...Hire Aaron Black!

Having never been in trouble with the law before, I found myself to be completely terrified and distraught when I was pulled over and arrested for DUI and consequently charged with an Extreme DUI. At the time I didn’t realize what severe consequences this would bring to me until I went onto the inte...rnet to do some research and found that I would have to serve significant jail time, as well as pay large fines and have an ignition interlock installed on my car for 1 year plus other possible penalties. I immediately made the decision to hire an attorney, so I spent the entire weekend thereafter researching criminal defense/DUI attorney’s online. Luckily through AVVO, I found Aaron Black. I was extremely impressed with all of the positive reviews written about Aaron and not just because of the fact that he had an excellent track record of helping people to get reductions in charges, but because of his positive attitude, his availability and his communication. I would have to say that this was the best possible decision I could have made and I would recommend Aaron to represent anyone who finds themselves in a situation such as I did. Aaron returned my call within five minutes of me first reaching out to him and even offered to meet with me on New Year’s Day. Upon meeting him, he was extremely pleasant and professional. He had information prepared for me and laid out the most likely outcome in my case being very direct and honest. He never once pressured me into hiring him, though I decided to hire him on the spot. From the moment he took my case, he took a huge burden off my shoulders by representing me at all court appearances, as well as my MVD hearing. This was extremely helpful as I never had to take any time off of work until the day of my trial. He remained in constant communication any time there was any news. He responded immediately to texts and emails and never once gave me any false hopes. He recommended I do my alcohol screening well in advance, which helped me to avoid having to get SR22 insurance when I pled guilty at the MVD. I even completed all 36 hours of alcohol classes prior to my trial. Despite Aaron trying to negotiate my charges down to a regular DUI, the prosecutor did not offer me a plea agreement. Aaron recommended we take the case to trial as we did have a defense. He recommended and hired an excellent criminalist to help him make the argument and review all my records. He came to trial thoroughly prepared, having interviewed everyone involved in the case. He was extremely likeable in court to the jury and the judge and his skill in the courtroom far surpassed the prosecutor. He discussed with me all the possible outcomes of the case and together we decided to admit to the lesser charge in order to build credibility. The outcome was that I was found not guilty of Extreme DUI. We still have to go to sentencing, but the likelihood is that I’ll only have to spend one day in tent city rather than 9 unless Aaron is able to negotiate time served since I spent a few hours in the local jail after my arrest. After this, I’ll only have to attend Traffic Survival School, install an interlock for 6 months and begin to move on with my life. If you ever find yourself in this situation, I would strongly recommend you hire Aaron Black as your attorney.

Posted by anonymous | May 29, 2014 | DUI & DWI

Outstanding Attorney!

Aaron pursued my DUI case aggressively and was able to reduce the charges from an Extreme DUI with an aggravated sentence and home detention to a regular DUI with reduced jail time and fines. During a very trying time Aaron was always responsive to my questions and kept me informed throughout the ca...se. During one of my DUI classes i was speaking to others about there experiences with attorneys and I am convinced that I had the best representation possible. Aaron even contacted me after my jail time just to make sure everything went smoothly. This really impressed me as the case was over. I highly recommend Aaron to anyone in need of an attorney.

Posted by anonymous | May 27, 2014 | Criminal Defense

Great Lawyer Calm, Honest and very accessible 24 x 7

Aaron did an outstanding job with the defense of my case. From the first time I met with him he was open, honest, sometimes brutal honest laying out the laws, then getting down to the facts of the case. I was facing over a dozen charges ranging from DUI, reckless operations and multiple other misd...emeanors. I met with Aaron the day after I had my accident where he remained calm taking notes through out our session and explaining to me the lengthy process and how he would handle the case for each step of this process. From that point forward, Aaron responded to emails, text messages and phone calls on a 7 x 24 level which was so important to me. While I was on east coast time and he was on PST, I would send an email asking a few question on the case and process and within an hour i had a detailed response regardless of time or day of week!!! He made what was one of the most stress full times of my life bearable. He handled everything throughout the process. I had friends that had a single DUI charge and paid over $20K to lawyers only to get a DUI conviction without a plea or reduced charges. Because of my employment arrangement and need to travel it was critical for me that Aaron handled everything keeping me informed, and even assisting me with my employer writing a letter explaining charges and plea agreement to ensure no issues with my employment. Throughout the case, Aaron always laid out all of the options and possibilities that may be ahead. I wasn't worried because Aaron kept me informed throughout the case. In the end Aaron not only handled everything in a professional well informed manner but he worked endless hours gaining the facts and bringing the charges down to a reckless operation with all other charges being dropped! I cannot say enough about the outcome but even more so the professional manner that Aaron handled the case and kept me informed of all aspects every step of the way and possible outcomes and options.

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