William Franklin Nimmo

William Franklin Nimmo

4.7
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 48 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Escondido, CA 92025, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

1835A South Centre City Parkway, #282, Escondido, CA 92025, CA

About William

Biography

Practice Areas

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Practice Area

Criminal Defense 100%

General Criminal Defense: I handle serious and major cases only. If you are innocent or highly overcharged, I will consider taking your case.

48 years

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 48 years

State: California

Acquired: 1977

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

William F. Nimmo APC

1835A South Centre City Parkway, #282, Escondido, CA 92025, CA, 92025

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William Franklin Nimmo's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.7 /5.0

7 Client Reviews

William Franklin Nimmo's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse William. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Robert Gaglione

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have worked with Bill Nimmo and seen him in trial on several occasions over the years. He is without question one of the best trial lawyers I have ever seen!"

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Matthew Terry

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have had the privilege of working with this outstanding lawyer on a couple cases. Wow… A true master of preparation. Bill Nimmo dissects every minute detail of his client’s case. Mastery of preparation and mastery of communication. I can only aspire to come close. I am simply unable to fully express my true appreciation for the example he sets as a true, battle-tested trial lawyer. A United States Marine, through and through; a scholar and a gladiator, all in one. Thank you for demonstrating the highest of standards. Full, unqualified endorsement."

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Richard Muir

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known and worked with Bill Nimmo for the past twenty years. Bill is an outstanding attorney who fights hard for all his clients, achieving excellent results on his cases. He is not the least bit intimidated by judges, DA's or difficult facts; he considers it a challenge to stand between his client and the often-times unmerciful "system" trying to grind up his clients. I would highly recommend Bill to anyone facing criminal charges; he will obtain the best possible outcome for you. Richard Muir"

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Andrew Limberg

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Bill Nimmo is a pillar of San Diego's legal community. I've been in trial with Bill and can attest to his abilities as one of the best litigators in Southern California. A master of his craft, Bill is a preeminent defense attorney who can be trusted to obtain the best possible result for his clients."

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Raymond Gomez

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I am a practicing lawyer, so I know what I am talking about. Bill Nimmo is an extremely competent criminal defense attorney with many years of experience. He is well-regarded by his peers, and has a reputation as the kind of lawyer you want on your side. I recommend Bill Nimmo without reservation. Raymond G. Gomez"

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Marc Applbaum

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Nimmo's reputation as one of the finest criminal defense attorneys in San Diego is spot on. He has tried and won numerous difficult cases over the years. He is a tireless worker and extremely intelligent. Bill is honest and is a gentleman. His history and reputation precedes him. I highly endorse Mr. Nimmo."

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Jennifer Holden

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Bill has a strong reputation and is highly regarded by our firm."

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Vincent LaBarbera

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 25

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Bill is a skilled trial attorney, great lawyer and a gentleman. I have known Bill for more than 15 years. We worked together over many months in a complex and complicated multi defendant criminal defense case. I would not hesitate to rely on him for advice or to bring him in on a case requiring special expertise."

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Knut Johnson

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Bill and I worked on a difficult murder case together. He was always prepared, well organized, and did a great job defending his client. His zest for defending his clients shows in the excellant results he obtains."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2017

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Top Criminal Lawyers - Murder Manslaughter Category, San Diego Magazine

2014

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

Top Criminal Lawyers, San Diego Magazine

2013

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2011

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2010

Top Criminal Lawyers, San Diego Daily Transcript

2010

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2009

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2008

Top Criminal Lawyers, San Diego Daily Transcript

1999

"Directors Award for Excellence,", San Diego Criminal Defense Bar Association

1992

"Trial Lawyer of the Year", San Diego Criminal Defense Bar Association

Work Experience

1986 - 2017

Attorney and owner, William F Nimmo APC

1981 - 1983

Defense Attorney, Defenders, Inc. (Non Profit)

1979 - 1981

Assistant District Attorney, Bernalillo County District Attorney's Office, Albuquerque, New Mexico

Associations

1983 - Present

Criminal Defense Lawyers Club

1983 - Present

San Diego County Bar Association

1981 - Present

Criminal Defense Bar Association of San Diego

Education

1977

Loyola Law School, Loyola Marymount University

JD - Juris Doctor

1973

California State University, Northridge

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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