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If you have been acused of a crime in Ventura County, put this former prosecutor to work for you. Since 1996, Mr. Pinnell has served his community as an attorney in the criminal justice system. He has served his clients as both a defense attorney and as a county prosecutor. Mr. Pinnell's extensive experience includes the successful resolution of criminal cases ranging from Misdemeanors to Capital Murder. Including, among others, Driving Under the Influence, Crimes Against Property, Crimes Against Persons, Domestic Violence, Drug Offenses, Sex Crimes, Expungements/Certificates of Rehabilitation, and Juvenile Crimes.
Unlike civil law, where money is at stake, criminal law puts your most precious asset at risk, your freedom! Put John Pinnell's experience and skill to work for you
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Acquired: 1996
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199 W. Hillcrest Dr, Thousand Oaks, CA, 91360-7892
543 Country Club Drive, Suite B516, Simi Valley, CA, 93065
18 Client Reviews
Showing 6 - 10 of 12 reviews | Case Results
Posted by Rachel | November 28, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Ethics & Professional Responsibility
Excellent attorney, couldn’t be happier!
I had an legal issue that needed to be dealt with in a very delicate way so as not to jeopardize my professional licensure, and while I was very anxious about the outcome of my case, John Pinnel was very reassuring, informed me how he thought best to strategize my case and once I gave him the go ahea...
Posted by Donald | October 31, 2019 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Outstanding
Mr. John Pinnell was outstanding in helping resolve an old court issue that I had, He was quick to respond to my questions. absolutely above & beyond my expectations! Thank-You
Posted by anonymous | September 06, 2019 | Hired Attorney
So grateful!
Thank you John for always being there for me. Even when you’re out of the office, you’re so easy to reach. You’ve eased the nerves of me and my loved ones. Thank you for getting me the best outcome possible.
Posted by Hunter | August 22, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Would definitely use again!
John was the best attorney he worked with me all through out my long and made sure when I couldn’t be there he showed up for me. He was very flexible with me and very professional. I would highly recommend him to anyone of my family and friends and would definitely use him again. Got my case dismisse...
Posted by anonymous | June 19, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Excellent Attorney!
I hired John Pinnell after dealing with a Nocuffs attorney who dragged my case out for approximately 11 months. By the time I was able to find John, I was traumatized and sick of having my court case postponed due to the nocuffs attorneys lack of ability to handle my case. Once John took over, h...
"John is a brilliant attorney! I enjoy watching him work his way through the system to find the best way out for his clients!"
"John is a great guy and a great lawyer. I suspect it was his military training which makes him such a fierce adversary in the courtroom. Without being overly aggressive, John is not afraid of the the DA and has no fear of going to trial when warranted. I have known John for over 2 decades and I endorse this lawyer."
Criminal defense lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
2020
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Thousand Oak, Three Best Rated
2013 - Present
Owner, Law Office of John A. Pinnell
2008 - 2013
Deputy District Attorney, Office of the District Attorney, County of Ventura, CA
1998 - 2008
Owner, Law Office of John A. Pinnell
1996 - 1998
Attorney, Law Office of Richard Loftus
1982 - 1990
Avionics Technician, U.S. Navy
1996 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
Dismissed
Jury refuses Death Penalty citing lack of evidence of Defendant's direct involvement in killing.
1995
JD - Juris Doctor
1990
BS - Bachelor of Science
2019
Jury Selection
2019
California Evidence Code
2010
Driving Under the Influence Defenses
2004
Homicide Defense
1997
Driving Under the Influence Defenses
English