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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)
Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Drug Crime
Posted by Fred | February 22, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Drug Crime
Garrett Ogata
I had 1 count of Possession of Controlled Substance, Marijuana a felony charge. The second charge was DUI and the third charge Failure to maintain travel lane. Mr. Ogata was very professional, kind and sympathetic. All charges were dismissed and I had a small fine and 2 classes to do. Thank you Mr...
Posted by Brian | January 22, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Drug Crime
Grateful
I had two DUIs and possession of a narcatic. I had a warrant out for me and if I did not show up for my hearing I was looking st prison time. Mr. Ogata want above and beyond to find. When he did the charges were dropped and I did not have to go to prison. Mr Ogata has helped get my life back together...
Posted by Karen | January 12, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Drug Crime
Recommendation
I highly recommend Garrett Ogata for a lawyer if you received a DUI. My son was pulled over for DUI and another time for possession of cocaine and did not shoe up for court. He had a search warrant for his arrest. Shortly after that he was arrested in another town in Las Vegas for DUI and a felony an...
Posted by Tylynn K | June 24, 2015 | Drug Crime
gotta get ogata!
I've been wanting to write this for along time now, just never got around to it. Better late than never! I hired garret ogatta when I was charged with four felonys.. Possession with intent to sell heroin, Possession with intent to sell cocaine, Conspiracy to violate the drug law (with Nevada being a ...
Posted by anonymous | March 09, 2015 | Drug Crime
Outstanding lawyer who knows what he's doing!
My fiancé hired Mr. Garrett Ogata to clear charges of obstructing a police officer in a construction zone by jay walking with possession of marijuana. He was a very good listener when my fiancé had appointments to go and speak with him and was honestly very cool to work with. I knew he was willing to...
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
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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
LawFirms.com
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