Richard D Huffman II

Richard D Huffman II

3.7
Rating: 1.0

Licensed for 33 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Del Mar, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Appeals, Administrative Law ... +2 more

2658 Del Mar Heights Road, Suite 220, Del Mar, CA

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2017
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Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 33 years

State: California

Acquired: 1992

Disbarred

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2017

Location

Law Offices of Richard D. Huffman II

2658 Del Mar Heights Road, Suite 220, Del Mar, CA, 92014

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Richard D Huffman II's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

3.7 /5.0

6 Client Reviews

5 star (4)
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1 star (2)

Posted by William | October 30, 2015 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Beware of a crook

Richard is a fraud and crook. I have contacted Richard D. Huffman when my friend gave me his phone number and set up a meeting. It was in the Starbucks in Mission Valley which I did not questioned due to my friends references. It was a big mistake. I have hired Richard for a lawsuit against my landlo...rd and his new management company that were trying to evict me from apartment where I have voiced my opinions and complained about miserable services. He took all my personal info, my credit card info - and then just 'disappeared'. He charged my credit card $ 1250.00 which was not allowed and he is keeping all my document even though I have requested several times by several ways their immediate return. He did absolutely nothing and let us (with my wife) hanging in time of big distress and need. He went into hiding - his business office address on his website is a fake for already many months, his other address on business card is a P.O. box in small dinky place on Del Mar Heights Rd., he does not have any team or colleagues, he is just lone predator trying to rip of anybody who come near since his courier is in the shambles. My case is not the first one, so beware!

Posted by Lupe | September 2, 2013

Great, out of 10 attorneys he was the one we like, very understand

He response in a timely matter, explains the Law language in simple words. Will try to help out people like us that are in hardship financial in a way that would be best for both.

Posted by Pauline | November 19, 2012

HIgh Regard

I have known Mr. Huffman for approximately ten years. As a sworn investigator, I collaborated with him on numerous cases and observed his diligence, professionalism and successes often. When I incurred physical injury, due to no fault of my own, Mr. Huffman was the obvious choice to represent me in m...y personal injury suit. I'm confident in the fact that I'm in very capable hands. I am happy with the development of the suit and the great effort put forth by Mr. Huffman.

Posted by David | November 6, 2012

Mr. Huffman has been a huge help for our company!

For over a year Richard Huffman has been assisting our company with all of our legal issues. He has handled everything from athlete endorsements to our collections issues. He has even helped us draft letters of intent with European companies. We can call him at any time to take care of any problem, a...nd we really appreciate the help.

Posted by Frederick | October 26, 2012

Saved our business!

We were in dire straits: we were running our business from a location that was not properly zoned for what we were otherwise licensed to do. It was an administrative problem, and Mr Huffman resolved it for us, quickly, quietly, and without disrupting out business. We are VERY happy with the result/

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Richard D Huffman II's Lawyer Endorsements

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Elizabeth Bumer

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 25

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"He does a great job and cares about his clients."

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John O'Brien

Administrative law lawyer | May 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. A brilliant and highly respected attorney in the legal community."

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Brad Micklin

Administrative law lawyer | Jan 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Richard Huffman is an experienced attorney whose participation and comments in Avvo show his commitment to serving clients as well as his level of experience. He is an excellent attorney that I recommend wholeheartedly."

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James Dicks

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"This attorney works very hard for the clients and keeps up with the law by attending legal seminars to assist them in this regard. I endorse this attorney."

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Victor Orsatti

Criminal defense lawyer | May 08

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have known Richard Huffman for over 15 years. I first worked with him when he was a deputy district attorney. He was always tough but fair. Recently I have had the pleasure of working with attorney Huffman on the defense side. He has made the transition from prosecutor to defense attorney seamlessly. Moreover the breadth and depth of his legal knowledge is very impressive. I wholeheartedly recommend Richard Huffman. He is one of San Diego's finest lawyers."

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Paul Neuharth

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 01

Relationship: Other

"I have known Mr. Huffman for almost 30 years, we went to law school together, worked on opposite sides prior to his retirement from the District Attorneys office and have had co-defendant cases together since then. He is honest, reliable, conscientious and does very good work for his clients. I am very happy to provide him with this endorsement and to continue working with him."

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Kenan Gultekin

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 24

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Richard Huffman is a great lawyer with a wide variety of experience. I worked against him when he was a prosecutor and worked with him when he became a defense attorney. He always fights for his clients and gets good results. You are in good hands."

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Genevieve Jones-Wright

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 13

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer wholeheartedly. He is a top notch attorney with years of experience under his belt. He is ethical and passionate. What more could you ask for?"

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Stacey Kartchner

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  1.0 (Extreme Caution)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2017.

Disbarment issued in CA, 2017

updated on 09/14/2017

Disbarment is the most serious penalty for a lawyer. If this attorney is currently practicing law, you should contact the California State Bar to understand the reasons for disbarment.

Discipline with Actual Suspension issued in CA, 2015

updated on 01/13/2016

This sanction means the attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

Public reproval with/duties issued in CA, 2013

updated on 01/08/2014

A 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.

Honors

2005

Dedicated Service Award, San Diego County District Attorney's Office--Juvenile Division

2001

Distinguished Service, San Diego County Youth Court Program

1999

Distinguished Service Award--Youth Court, San Diego County District Attorney's Office

1995

"Trial Dog" Award, San Diego District Attorney's Office--East County Branch

Work Experience

1993 - 2010

Deputy District Attorney, San Diego County District Attorney's Office

Associations

2012 - Present

San Diego County Bar Association

Appellate Court Committee

2012 - Present

California Appellate Defense Counsel

Member

2011 - Present

Appellate Defenders, Inc.

Panel Attorney

2011 - Present

San Diego County Bar Association

Business Law Section

1994 - 2001

San Diego County Youth Court Program

Executive Director

Sample of Legal Cases

Operation Weed & Seed: Auto Theft Ring

Multiple prison sentences

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Education

1989

University of San Diego School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1984

University of San Diego

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2013

MCLE Training Presentation

The Other Side: Working with the Prosecution

2000

ABA National Youth Court Conference

Establishing and Maintaining a Youth Court Program

1999

National Youth and Peer Court Conference

Establishing and maintaining a peer court program

1999

Insurance Fraud Training Seminar-Monterey CA

Investigation and Prosecution of Automotive Repair Fraud

1997

California Bureau of Automotive Repair

Investigation and Prosecution of Auto Repair Fraud

Publications

2007

146 Cal.App. 4th 518 People v. Superior Court (Edwards)

Languages

Spanish

Activity

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