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Diane Therese Letarte
About Diane
Biography
Criminal Defense attorney mostly in the area of Post-Conviction law helping inmates.
This includes Lifer Parole Hearings and Appeals from the Board of Parole Hearings across 35 State Prison in all of California..
French Canadian Snowbird from Montreal that landed in San Diego in 1979 and never left Beautiful city of San Diego!
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Licensed in California for 28 years
State: California
Acquired: 1997
No misconduct found
Licensed in District of Columbia for 27 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 1998
No misconduct found
Licensed in Florida for 27 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1998
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Diane Therese Letarte
1080 Park Blvd Unit 1008, San Diego, CA, 92101
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Advocacy (29)
Case Results (28)
Recommendation (20)
Practice Area Knowledge (13)
Professionalism (11)
Responsiveness (8)
Communication Style (5)
Staff & Support (5)
Compassion (4)
Character & Conduct (3)
Cost of Services (3)
General Knowledge (3)
Free Consultations (1)
Payment Plans (1)
Trustworthiness (1)
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Posted by Joseph | November 21, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Administrative Law
Diane the Fighting Attorney
I hired Diane Letarte twice. She help motivate me and she gave a lot of insight as to what traps and tricks the board uses. I believe there is no better attorney for board hearings.
Posted by anonymous | May 21, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Job well done
My husband and I can’t thank Ms. Letarte enough for doing such a wonderful job representing at my husband’s Board of Parole Hearing. Her level of professionalism and knowledge of the process is beyond measure. We couldn’t be more pleased. Thank you, Ms. Letarte. Warmest regards, J & T L.
Posted by KimberlyWhite | February 23, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
A million Thank You's
My husband had a life sentence and after 40 years of being locked up and denied parole several times, I contacted Attorney LeTarte. Her and her staff went above and beyond to help my husband. First there was a suitability hearing and he was found suitable....but then the Governor said no. I contacted...
Posted by S.F. | April 05, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Great Lifer Attorney
We retained Ms. Letarte a few years ago for my husband's parole board hearing. After carefully reviewing my husband's case it was decided to waive his initial hearing in order to be better prepared. It was great advice, my husband was able to complete additional self help courses and gain employment ...
Posted by Nelwyn | November 10, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Thank You
My husband is granted parole because of Diane Letarte and staff. She prepared my husband for the parole board hearing and gave him confidence that parole could happen to him. . My husband told me that when she came to visit for his preparation for the board hearing , she went over his last board hear...
Diane Therese Letarte's Lawyer Endorsements
"I had the pleasure of working with Diane when I was a new attorney in California. She was an inspiring mentor and remarkable lawyer. Her passion for justice and for her clients is truly one of a kind. Lawyers have a bad reputation for being money hungry, but Diane is the polar opposite of this stereotype - putting "the cause" as number one, and being willing to sacrifice everything for her clients. If only all lawyers could be as dedicated, passionate, and selfless as Diane."
"This attorney works very hard for the client and keeps up with the law by attending legal seminars to assist them in this regard. I endorse this attorney."
"Your resume speaks for itself and I consider you a valuable member of the attorney community. I would recommend you to anyone and everyone who needs your services. I whole heartedly endorse this lawyer!"
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Letarte has dedicated her career to assisting a population within our community that needs zealous advocacy. A true professional."
"I work under the guidance of Ms. Letarte in the area of parole suitability hearings. I gravitated to her because of her extensive knowledge and experience in the field. Her bright personality and honesty is refreshing, making her one of my favorite attorneys to work with."
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Experience
Honors
2013
Attorney of the Month, Attorney Journal
2012
Judge Pro tem Contribution, Judge Advocates Association
2000
Distinguished Service Award, San Diego Volunteer Lawyer Program
N/A
Service Award, North County Bar Association
Work Experience
1998 - Present
Attorney - Owner, Law Office of Diane T. Letarte
2002 - 2002
Internship, Vista Public Defender's Office
Associations
2000 - Present
San Diego Bar AssociationMember
1999 - Present
North County Bar AssociationMember
Lawyers Club of San Diego (North County chapter)
Former President
2005 - 2006
Lawyers Club of San Diego (North County chapter)President
Sample of Legal Cases
In re Bolton 40 Cal.App 5th 611 (2019)
The Lassen County Superior Court is directed to vacate petitioner's 91-year state prison term for his juvenile offenses and to hold a sentencing hearing on his juvenile and adult convictions consistent with the Opinion
Fitz v. NCR Corp., 118 Cal. App. 4th 702. (2004)
Employee Procedural win impacting ALL NCR California employee.
Education
2011
Walden University
MS - Master of Science
2002
University of San Diego School of Law
LL.M - Master of Laws
1996
Thomas Jefferson School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1991
University of Redlands
MBA - Master of Business Administration
1979
Florida Atlantic University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2011
TIME WARNER - Studio
Marsy's Law and its Impact
2011
LIFER FAIR
LIFER SEMINAR - Prison
2011
California Central Appellate Seminar CCAP
Lifer Parole Hearing - Making a record
2010
Families of the Incarcerated at LA Church
Lifer Parole Hearings - free Seminar
Publications
2011
Private informal tips document
Tips for inmate
Languages
French
Spanish
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can a judge make mean sarcastic remarks during a sentencing?
03 Dec 2020
Q&A
I am an ex-felon ? Can I own a pellet/BB gun
21 Feb 2019
Q&A
I got my first ever traffic ticket for making an illegal u-turn and don't know if this will affect my insurance or what to do?
19 Mar 2013