Gregory Charles Garrison

Gregory Charles Garrison

4.8
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 20 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at San Diego, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Violent Crime, Domestic Violence, Sex Crime

402 W Broadway, Suite 400, Emerald Plaza, San Diego, CA

About Gregory

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 30%

San Diego Criminal Defense Attorney Gregory Garrison is one of San Diego's most experienced Criminal Defense Attorneys. With over 27 years of experience as a former prosecutor and a former law enforcement officer, The Law Office of Gregory Garrison is uniquely equipped to effectively represent clients accused of all types of crimes. Mr. Garrison has handled criminal cases as both a prosecutor and a criminal defense attorney ranging from simple DUIs to complex murder cases.

21 years | 3,200 cases

30%
Violent Crime 30%

21 years | 1,350 cases

30%
Sex Crime 10%

21 years | 350 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 20 years

State: California

Acquired: 2005

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Location

Law Office of Gregory Garrison

402 W Broadway, Suite 400, Emerald Plaza, San Diego, CA, 92101

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Gregory Charles Garrison's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

39 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 8 reviews | Trustworthiness

Posted by anonymous | January 11, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

I do not recommend

Seemed confident during the initial consultation but failed to follow through after payment was received. Continued to request continuances and demonstrated a lack of regard for my needs. The case was extended to nearly a year, and I was subsequently threatened after leaving a negative review.

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Replied last January 12, 2025

This review is a fake review. This reviewer is not a current or former client of the Law Office of Gregory Garrison. Please refer to the legitimate reviews posted by actual clients.

Posted by Robab | December 06, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Best attorney ever!!

Highly recommended !!Mr Garrison is AWESOME lawyer that you can count on your difficult time with criminal cases .. My son had GREAT outcome with his felony case!!

Posted by anonymous | December 08, 2016 | Hired Attorney

Gregory Charles Garrison

Conscientious, concerned, experienced and knowledgeable. Greg has been there and back. We knew he would do a great job and he did not disappoint.

Posted by Tom | November 30, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Ten Stars for Excellence

I found Garrison on the internet, the fact that he is a former District Attorney and has extensive knowledge in that arena showed me he had what it takes for my case. Additionally, he responded to my inquiry when other Attorneys in the area I visited in person did not. He did not hesitate in coming u...p with an action plan and kept me informed of his progress at each phase. He did exactly what he said he would do for me and got the job done. That is priceless. Excellent customer service and an very skilled attorney!

Posted by Martin | October 07, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Incredibly Competent and Compassionate Attorney

I could not have chosen a better or more empathetic lawyer than Greg Garrison. From start to finish he imbued a sense of comfort and trust in me, that got me through an extremely difficult period in my life. His deep understanding of the criminal justice system enabled me to get an extremely good o...utcome to my trial. I knew that hiring a former prosecutor and a former law enforcement officer would bring about the best possible outcome for my case. I can not recommend Greg highly enough – he definitely makes the difference!

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Gregory Charles Garrison's Lawyer Endorsements

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Somair Alam

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Gregory is an exceptional criminal defense attorney whose reputation speaks for itself. Highly recommended lawyer."

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James Dicks

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Gregory Garrison is a former District Attorney who works tirelessly on each case he takes on. His ten plus years as a district attorney has given him valuable insight into the other side of criminal law. His experience and knowledge in criminal law is highly regarded by his clients who appreciate his caring and professional nature. I highly endorse this attorney."

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Peter Liss

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Gregory Garrison is a dedicated hard working attorney who gets the best results for his clients. I have seem him up close work tirelessly on behalf of a client to avoid very serious charges and consequences. Gregory keeps working until he gets the right result."

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Lindsey Mercer

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Mr. Garrison since law school. We have both worked in criminal law for the past 10 years. Mr. Garrison was a highly respected, experienced, intense prosecutor and trial attorney. It is a huge win for criminal defense in San Diego that Mr. Garrison has opened up his own law practice. His extensive experience as a prosecutor and compassionate commitment to justice will be huge assets to his clients. Mr. Garrison is a passionate, brilliant legal advocate that any client would be lucky to hire."

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Mark Greany

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Greg Garrison has experience in law enforcement, and is a former prosecutor. That experience gives him the ability to analyze cases from every perspective. Greg is well respected by prosecutors, judges, and his fellow criminal defense attorneys. I highly recommend Greg Garrison as a criminal defense attorney."

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Stephen Cline

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James Dicks

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Peter Liss

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Lindsey Mercer

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Mark Greany

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Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Honors

2015

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

2015

10 Best Client Satisfaction, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys

2014

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

2014

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2013

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

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Criminal Defense Attorney, Law Office of Gregory Garrison

2013 - Present

Panel Criminal Defense Attorney, San Diego Office of Assigned Counsel

2005 - 2014

Deputy District Attorney, Riverside County District Attorneys Office

1988 - 2005

Investigator, Law Enforcement / Police Officer

Associations

2014 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2014 - Present

San Diego Criminal Defense Bar Association

Member

2010 - Present

San Diego County Bar Association

Member

2005 - Present

State Bar of California

Member

2005 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

People v. Yalda

All charges dismissed!

People v. Reed

Felony charges dismissed!

People v. Cochran

All felony charges dismissed!

People v. Vasquez

No charges filed!

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Education

2005

University of San Diego School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2000

Regent University

MA - Masters

1997

Old Dominion University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2013

Careers in Law

Criminal Law Careers

2012

Careers in Law

Criminal Law Careers

Publications

2015

Law Office of Gregory Garrison Never Talk To The Police

2014

North County News California's Prop 47 & Unintended Consequences

2014

Law Office of Gregory Garrison How To Clean Up Your Record

Languages

English

Activity

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