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Nicholas Chukwuemeka Okorocha
also known as Nicholas C. Okorocha, Nick Okorocha
About Nicholas
Biography
Nicholas C. Okorocha is a graduate of UC Berkeley and Pepperdine University School of Law, and has over 15 years of experience defending clients charged with a wide variety of crimes, including murder, robbery, burglary, domestic violence, drug sales, DUI, and more.
He has handled hundreds of misdemeanor and felony cases, consistently achieving outstanding results.
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Licensed in California for 19 years
State: California
Acquired: 2006
No misconduct found
Location
Nicholas C. Okorocha, Attorney
117 E. Colorado Blvd, Suite 465, Pasadena, CA, 91105
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Nicholas Chukwuemeka Okorocha's Reviews
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Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Criminal Defense
Posted by Vanessa | July 02, 2013 | Criminal Defense
Nicholas Okarocha saved my loved one.
I'm so glad to have had found Nick. He was able to get the case dropped for a family member who was looking at a 6 year prison sentence for 2nd DUI accident with GBI. I was able to see Nick in action at Long Beach Court and he was brilliant. I'm beyond greatful for his representation. He charged a v...
Nicholas Chukwuemeka Okorocha's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. I am so impressed with Nick. He is an intelligent, incredibly skilled lawyer who is compassionate and so utterly sharp. I consider him a friend and someone I respect beyond words. His clients are blessed to have him!"
"Mr. Okorocha is a fantastic criminal defense attorney. I highly recommend him."
"Nick is a great attorney and friend. He is well respected in the legal community. I endorse this lawyer."
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"Nick is smart and diligent, two qualities you want in a lawyer. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse Nicholas. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"Mr. Okorocha is highly skilled, passionate and knowledgeable. He is an asset to the legal community. I endorse this lawyer."
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"Nick is an exceptional attorney, a strong advocate and a fantastic trial lawyer. He has shown me, over the years, to be a lawyer who other prosecutors fear."
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"I proudly endorse this lawyer. Attorney Okorocha is well respected both in his own legal community and here within our Avvo community. If you are in need of an excellent speeding/traffic ticket lawyer, please do not hesitate to call him."
"I highly endorse and recommend this lawyer. Nick is a fearless, tireless, and an overall amazing lawyer and a zealous advocate for his clients. I am greatly impressed with Nick's skills, passion, compassion and commitment."
"Nicholas is a great guy and gets along with everybody in the courtroom: judges, prosecutors and clerks. He is a sharp attorney and earnest in his defense. I thoroughly endorse Nicholas."
"I endorse this lawyer. Very good with the Judge and juries."
"Nick is not called "Not-Guilty Nick" for nothing. Nick is a fighter, and he has earned respect amongst his peers. He is a true professional, an advocate, and an attorney other attorneys strive to emulate."
"Nick is a fantastic trial lawyer in the area of criminal defense. He's full of energy, constantly in court, and is also one heck of a nice guy. He always has a good word to say, but when he gets on the record and the jury's in the room, he's all business. I am proud to call Nick a colleague, and I would have no hesitation bringing him into a very heavy case (murder, rape, trafficking) as co-counsel. Nick's feet are on the ground, but he hits the ground running. You won't do wrong with Nick in your corner. Period."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Nick is very knowledgeable about the law and a zealous advocate for his clients. He's been one of the most helpful and compassionate people I've met. He is insightful and full of knowledge about the law that he is willing to share. I frequently go to Nick for advice on how to handle cases and trial. If you are are being represented by Nick you are in good hands."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Okorocha is a dedicated, hard-working, knowledgable advocate with a reputation for being a fierce fighter. His clients should feel safe in his hands -- he won't "bleed and plead" -- to the contrary, he will fight far more strongly than anyone expects. And he is incredibly helpful and willing to share his knowledge and mentor other attorneys."
"Nick is a great lawyer with an equally great personality who goes the extra mile for his clients in defending their rights. I highly recommend him."
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Experience
Honors
2009
Board Member, The Private Defenders
2008
Member, The Private Defenders
2008
Founding Member, The Private Defenders
2001
Vice President, Black Law Students Association
1999
Graduation with Honors, University of California, Berkeley
Work Experience
2006 - Present
Attorney, Nicholas C. Okorocha, Attorney
Associations
2008 - Present
The Private DefendersBoard Member
2007 - Present
Los Angeles County Bar AssociationMember
2006 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
Sample of Legal Cases
People v. Jose S.
Not Guilty verdicts on all counts at jury trial.
People v. Willie H.
Defendant acquitted of murder, and convicted instead of voluntary manslaughter.
People v. D. K.
Defendant acquitted by jury of 1st Degree Murder and was released.
People v. Dean N.
Felony DUI+GBI case dismissed by judge at preliminary hearing.
People v. Albert B.
Defendant found NOT GUILTY of Murder.
People v. Ricky F.
Dismissal
People v. Nathan I.
Case Dismissed
People v. Vasquez
Hung Jury 9 to 3 in favor of Not Guilty
Education
2006
Pepperdine University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
N/A
University of California - Berkeley
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2019
The Private Defenders of California, Inc.
Jury Trial Training
Publications
2009
Languages
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Meaning of Hold Agency AWS. Orange County Repository case#21wf1240?
19 Dec 2021
Q&A
Can I file domestic abuse, and? Sexual assault charges still if the incident occurred Mothers Day 2020?
13 Dec 2021
Q&A
Will I have to go to court if the person who threatened me gets arrested?
16 Dec 2021