Jay K Temple

Jay was awesome from the very start of my MIP case. He clearly outlined both the position I was currently in as well as what he might be able to do to help. Jay was able to elevate the case from a infraction to a misdemeanor and then reduced the charges to a much lesser non alcohol related offense, eventually getting it expunged. Throughout the entire process Jay was nothing but attentive, professional, and patient as he would continually update me on the progress of my case and explain elements of it / my options that were initially unclear. On top of all of that he is genuinely a really nice guy, and has the memory of an elephant. I simply can't recommend his services enough, he turned an awful experience into a manageable one.

Jay came highly recommended by another lawyer I knew as someone who could help my friend with getting his California driver's license reinstated. We were both immediately sure that Jay was the right guy, and our first impressions were correct. Jay kept us up to date all the way to the successful conclusion of my friend getting his license back, after literally years of trying. Jay went all the way to the Attorney General's office to win a decision for my friend. I had been trying to help my friend for years myself, and we were ready to give up. Jay quoted a reasonable fee that covered everything, and never asked for more even though there was more work involved than originally thought. My friend's checkered past left him with a very poor opinion of lawyers, until Jay. We both can't say enough about how highly we regard Jay, and absolutely recommend him if you need a lawyer you can trust.

My multiple DUI case was out of state. My court battle was with the state of Michigan. All the other California lawyers would touch my case. Mr Jay Temple won my driver license back. I am a 5 time DUI offender. He won. Mr Jay Temple took my case all the way to Sacramento California to Attourney General's office. You will find no better Lawyer in San Diego. When he says he is going to do something, he does. Mr Temple keeps you informed of every detail. I say he is a Super Lawyer Donald Wilberger Jamul California December 2017

Mr. Temple was very professional throughout. From the onset of my case he made great recommendations for a bail bondsman and a well respected psychologist. Our initial consultation resulted in me retaining Mr. Temple as my counsel without question due to his approachable demeanor and apparent knowledge of the law. His efforts allowed me to settle my case in a very discreet way while keeping any anxiety or uncertainty to an absolute minimum. I ultimately made a "plea" deal that exceeded our expectation for the best possible deal. He is obviously well known and respected in the courts and by prosecutors. I would highly recommend Jay Temple.

I worked with Jay on a couple of cases when he was with Domenic Lombardo. Jay is concerned about your case and will call you every day with updates. He learned from a great guy and is now out there doing it himself. He can help you. I had 2 cases against me that were totally BS. Jay was instrumental on having the DA drop the cases. No trial, nothing. Case closed. Highly recommend.

I have had to use Jay a few times, and while that's never an ideal situation, there is nobody I would more strongly recommend. As soon as I reached out to him for help, he immediately explained the process and told me exactly what he was going to do to help me. Some attorney's will promise you everything and not be able to follow through. Jay doesn't sugarcoat things and only tell you what you want to hear. He explained all possible outcomes and told me exactly what to expect from not only our side, but the other side as well. Even when the odds seemed completely stacked against me, Jay worked tirelessly on my case, and was able to poke plenty of holes in the opposition's claims and let the truth come out in the courtroom. He was always available for me whether it was day, night, or weekend (and even while he was on vacation). His demeanor in the courtroom was OUTSTANDING and he was always prepared to handle anything that was thrown his way. I would hope that nobody ever has to go through what I went through, but if you ever do, there is nobody else I would recommend other than Jay.

To keep it long story short I will give you the Cliff Notes version of what you did for me. I was facing two felony counts and most likely losing my job and career due to these charges. I was given Jay's name by a trusted family friend who is also a prominent lawyer here in San Diego. Jay was very thorough with my case and explored every avenue that was available to me. After meeting with Jay just once I felt comfortable with his knowledge and knew he would research my charges thoroughly. He ended up getting the felony charges dropped to a misdemeanor and I am still employed with my career job that I was certain was history. I would recommend Jay to anyone. You can count on him to represent you in a professional manner and provide you with the best scenarios for the charges you are facing. He's honest, knowledgeable, and an overall good person.

I had been arrested for allegedly commiting two felony charges and I tasked myself with finding the best criminal defense. I had contacted a couple lawyers and did not feel confident about my case until I spoke with Jay Temple. He is extremely educated and experienced with criminal defense in California, especially San Diego, with a track record to prove. I witnessed his passion and determination to get me the best outcome while making sure I was aware and understood all possibile options. Jay Temple was able to reduced the two alleged felonies to one misdemeanor. With this outcome Jay Temple saved my life by protecting my educational pursuits, career path and ultimately my freedom. Jay Temple is hands down the best criminal defense attorney in San Diego to retain. I have and will continue to recommend contacting Jay Temple for legal advice and counsel. -Dave

I was charged with a misdemeanor offence during a sporting event about a year ago. While I consulted with him he gave me a number ways plea, that I never would have known even with "Googling" law information for a month, we decided on the best course of action. He explained these things to me with patience because they were complicated but smart. Then he stood up for me in court as I was needed at work and then he called me right away to let me know that the outcome was favorable because he was able to talk to the prosecutor. The misdemeanor became an infraction. He then contacted me a year later to inform me that he would take the necessary steps to have the infraction dismissed for no additional fee. He is very good and I recommend him strongly.

Jay was incredible! I received an MIP and had no idea what I was doing so I knew I needed help and I ended up finding his name online. After talking to him, I could tell he knew exactly how to go about fighting the case and had great confidence he could help me out so I hired him. That was the best decision I could have made because he ended up getting my whole case dropped. He was very professional and knew what he was doing. I would definitely recommend him!

This is my second post for Jay. I can't say enough about what peace of mind I had, just knowing he knew I was in jail and in need of help. My failmily had paid top dollar for my legal defense a number of years ago, which I ended up serving 8 month out of 14 years they were asking for. In need of help again but nowhere close to being able to afford my original councel. I was referred to Jay. Whom I hired and was blow away by how hard he worked to gain every edge. Ultimately, find errors in my original sentence and presenting me as a person in need not just a docket number. I was reinstated to my probation. Then taking it upon himself to file prop 47 paperwork which reduced all my feelings to mistameanors and closing my case. Making yet another stupid mistake, winding back in jail with no support or means of getting it. Jay found out, planed on being there bur due to sercimstances beyond his control he was not able to. He did call his contacts in the Public Defenders office on my behalf and assured I would receive the best deal possibland so I did. Out of jail that day, thanks all to Jay. Thanks for all you have done

I relocated from New Orleans, LA to San Diego, CA and went to a local tavern to have a few beers, except that the low IQ bartender misdiagnosed and asserted her minute level of authority in grandly overstating my blood alcohol content. Literally, annoyed, I proceed towards the door to walk out of the tavern. As I go to push the bar door open, mind you, this is an old antique looking door, the bar door closer device on top becomes unhooked, so as the door swings open and I go to grab it, right before it hits the wall, the glass, (non-compliant to CA penal code) shatters all over my right hand and blood is everywhere. All over the ground. Cuts deep on my thumb, fingers, and top of right hand. I close the door and proceed to take 4 steps away from the initial shock of what just occurred only to have several members of the bar staff shouting obscenities, vulgarities, and threatening me in a non-professional manner. Fearful from their threats and for my own hand injury, and safety, I decide it is best to start running. I run thinking 1 block away would be good, only to find 2 members of the bar staff chasing me on foot. Eventually, almost 1 mile away, the police arrive and charge me with aggravated vandalism with 'intent' to damage the bar property, which over a certain monetary value, qualifies for a felony charge. They then proceed to take me to a nearby clinic where I get in an ambulance and am transported to University Medical Center. After 5 stitches, several hours later I go home. I proceed to look for a defense attorney for hire and found Jay online. At first glance of his picture's demeanor, my intuition told me he was more or less a straight shooter. We then agreed to meet in person for the first time to discuss the incident and compensatory fees for his services. Knowing now what I didn't know then, the professionalism, high personalized level of communication, walking a client through the steps, options throughout certain points of the case and due process, I certainly feel the value was there from a cost-effective standpoint and also the genuineness of not only his words, but his actions as well. Simply put: there is no substitute for quality. Anyways, Jay and I devised a plan well before the court date, to attend AA meetings regularly, take an anger management class, and do some community service, which I ended up doing at a lifeguard station and the San Diego Food Bank. My initiative and sincerity in the process, in terms of believing my innocence coupled with Jay's proactive plan understanding that this was a random incident that could've happened to literally anyone, in the end paid off. Turns out the bartender ended up being the bar owner's wife and because the bar owner felt I had disrespected his wife, although I felt the precise opposite, he wanted me to be charged and went out of his way to make this happen. After he responded through email to not only my attorney Jay, but to the city, as well, his 'True Colors' were revealed. In the end, after all was said and done, Jay got the initial felony charge, reduced to a misdemeanor, then reduced to an infraction, the equivalent of a traffic ticket. I paid a fine and the equivalent of restitution to the city. After the winding journey over the past 7 months, I am honestly thankful and very satisfied with the final outcome and I feel as though I have made a friend out of the entire process. Thank You Jay!

I had an issue where a Neighbor claimed I had damaged his car by keying it, He filed a Citizen's Arrest for Vandalism with the Sheriff's Department. Looked at reviews on line and saw Jay was highly recommended. Met with Jay and the meeting was an awesome experience. He went over his costs which were very reasonable and a payment plan. He made a very upset and nervous Man leave feeling positive and relaxed. Jay kept in touch with me with every step he was taking never leaving me in the dark. A Month after my citation I received a letter from the Sheriff they had a lack of evidence and the Vandalism citation was voided. Jay worked out a new amount owed but he did not stop helping me. The same day I received a notice from the Court I was being sued in Small Claims by my neighbor. This is not Jay's Field but he kept after the Sheriff and DA to make sure no charge had been filed and even though he could not represent me in the Courtroom he was there to listen in and give me advice of I lost. I won but even still Jay wanted me to keep him informed if anything new came up My first time I have ever needed a Lawyer and Jay was awesome and I would HIGHLY recommend him to anyone needing Him. Great Lawyer, even a Greater Human Being and found out He rarely loses cases

I would hire Jay again and would also recommend him to anyone I know. Educated and advised me on the entire process. Very knowledgeable and trustworthy. He was able to terminate my probation and dismiss my theft charge. Jay is best lawyer I'm glad i hired him.

Jay Temple is the best lawyer I have worked with. He has an outstanding work ethic. Jay is very responsive and goes out of his way to help his clients. He took the time to do research for my 13-year-old case and was able to offer multiple solutions, including trying to change my misdemeanor charge to another misdemeanor which would help my concurrent immigration case. He even hired a private detective to find old police reports and wrote a letter that I used for immigration. Jay is very passionate about his work and really cares about clients. He certainly exceeded my expectations and I highly recommend him.