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Garrett Tanji Ogata
also known as Law Offices of Garrett T. Ogata, Law Offices of Garrett Ogata
About Garrett
Biography
I began my legal career as a law clerk for Judge Michael Douglas in Clark County, Nevada. My firm focuses on DUI defense, criminal defense, and personal injury. I am licensed to practice law in Nevada, California and Utah. My firm takes pride in fighting for our clients and communicating with them through all stages of their case.
Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
DUI and DWI
50%
26 years
Criminal Defense
15%
26 years
Domestic Violence
10%
26 years
Expungement
10%
26 years
Fees and Rates
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Licensed in Nevada for 25 years
State: Nevada
Acquired: 2000
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2023
Licensed in California for 25 years
State: California
Acquired: 2000
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2024
Licensed in Utah for 26 years
State: Utah
Acquired: 1999
Location
The Law Office of Garrett T. Ogata
2880 W Sahara Ave, Las Vegas, NV, 89102
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Case Results (93)
Advocacy (53)
Recommendation (37)
Professionalism (35)
Practice Area Knowledge (20)
Communication Style (19)
General Knowledge (17)
Responsiveness (17)
Character & Conduct (15)
Cost of Services (13)
Staff & Support (13)
Compassion (10)
Trustworthiness (10)
Punctuality (4)
Free Consultations (2)
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Posted by Delescia | April 07, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Great lawyer
He was very professional and quick. Finding the right lawyer was important to me because my career and reputation was on the line so I was very careful with research when it came to finding the right lawyer. When I first spoke with him I know he was who I was going with. He is very knowledgeable in h...
Posted by Garrett | February 11, 2020 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Second Chance
The 12th day of August, 2016 is a day I’ll never forget… I was involved in an accident, after having left a birthday get- together for a friend in which alcohol was consumed. I was initially charged with a misdemeanor DUI and failure to maintain travel lane. About a week before I was supposed to...
Posted by Dwight | February 01, 2020 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Mr. Ogata, the best
Mr. Ogata , is the best attorney in defending a person with a DUI. He will go to court as many times as it takes to get your charges lowered and fines reduced. I highly recommend him as an attorney.
Posted by James | February 18, 2019 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
The Samurai lawyer!
i want to thank Garrett Ogata and his staff for helping me get through a couple very tough DUI charges. One in 2015 after I was falsely charged under very sketchy circumstances. We took it to trial where Garrett totally destroyed a career prosecutor in a dazzling display of court room prowess. The re...
Posted by Dustin | February 01, 2019 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Dropped DUI
Garrett helped me through my dui case. He got it dropped and helped me through my difficult time. He was professional throughout along with his wonderful staff. If you got a problem Garrett will hell you no doubt about it.
Garrett Tanji Ogata's Lawyer Endorsements
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"Garrett is one of the premier criminal attorneys in this city. I often go to him for advice on how to handle various cases. I strongly recommend him."
Alexandra Gonzalez-Waddington
Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 14
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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"I have known Mr. Ogata for many years. As a former prosecutor, I have also been opposing counsel against him on several occasions. Garrett is always well prepared, has great knowledge of the law and fights endlessly for his clients. He is a tremendous asset to the criminal defense bar."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Garrett has set himself apart as one of Las Vegas' preeminent DUI defense lawyers. Garrett's experience, knowledge and dedication is second to none. Anyone charged with driving under the influence should call Garrett."
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Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2024.
Public reproval with/duties issued in CA, 2024
updated on 09/27/2024A censure or reprimand issued by the Supreme Court or the State Bar Court that is not a matter of public record unless imposed after the initiation of formal disciplinary proceedings. No period of suspension is imposed. The reproval may be imposed with duties or conditions.
Reprimanded issued in NV, 2023
updated on 10/13/2023This means the attorney did something wrong, but the Bar did not suspend the lawyer. Typically in this case the lawyer's poor behavior is exposed to the public in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.
Reprimanded issued in NV, 2021
updated on 05/23/2022This means the attorney did something wrong, but the Bar did not suspend the lawyer. Typically in this case the lawyer's poor behavior is exposed to the public in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.
Honors
2016
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2015
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2014
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
Work Experience
2002 - Present
Principal, The Law Office of Garrett T. Ogata
1997 - 1999
Clerk, Eighth Judicial District, Clark County, Nevada
Associations
2011 - Present
National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana LawsMember
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Member
National Association of Criminal Defense College
Member
American Trial Lawyers Association
Member
Nevada Trial Lawyers Association
Member
Clark County Bar Association
Member
State Bar of Nevada
Member
Las Vegas DUI Center
Co-founder
State Bar of California
Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Felony DUI - Substantial Bodily Harm
Reckless Driving and Reckless Driving. No prison. No Jail if client stays out of trouble and completes requirements.
Sexual Assault and Open Gross Lewdness
Jury Trial - NOT GUILTY On All Counts
Education
2008
La Pier & Associates
Instructor
1996
University of Maryland School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
N/A
California State University
Undergraduate
Speaking Engagements
2014
Law Day
Criminal Law
2013
Know Your Rights and How to Handle Police Encounters
Know Your Rights
Publications
2014
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What Cheap Lawyers Don't Want You To Know
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
My son was charges with POSS TO SELL SCH I/II, FLNTRZPM/GHB,(1ST?
16 May 2018
Q&A
If a state chooses not to extradite you and you get released from jail what happens next time you get pulled over
30 Jan 2015
Q&A
25 year old warrant
19 Sep 2014
Legal Guides
Video Legal Guide
Standardized Field Sobriety Test
10 Jul 2013
Video Legal Guide
Domestic Battery
05 Jul 2013
Video Legal Guide
Personal Injury Las
05 Jul 2013