Marcus Edward DeBose

Marcus Edward DeBose

4.9
Rating: 8.5

Licensed for 24 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at San Diego, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence ... +2 more

2820 Camino Del Río, S., San Diego, CA

About Marcus

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 35%

25 years | 2,200 cases

35%
DUI and DWI 25%

25 years | 1,500 cases

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 24 years

State: California

Acquired: 2001

Active

No misconduct found

Location

TEGNELIA & DEBOSE, APC

2820 Camino Del Río, S., San Diego, CA, 92101

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Marcus Edward DeBose's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

29 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | August 04, 2017 | Hired Attorney

Best Lawyer!!!

Marcus is compassionate, honesty, kind and professional. He answered every phone call, email and any question I had. He listened, provided empathy and very good advice. Marcus helped make an unpleasant situation as brief and painless as possible and was on top of everything that needed to be done. ...I highly recommend Marcus for your legal needs.

Posted by Jack | February 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney

The best in the business

Marcus has helped me and my friends with everything legal for the past 10 years. He's the one to call when you need the best.

Posted by Kellye | March 01, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Saved me from multiple felony charges

The Ertz law group Marcus specifily was the one who managed my case. I found him online by a stoke of luck and he fought to save me multiple felonies since our first phone consultation . I had never been in trouble before and somehow was at the wrong place wrong time wrong people and ended up with a ...lot of potential felonies. Luckily I found Marcus , He was awesome I was facing multiple serious felonies and up to 10-15 years in prison and he got me off on one misdemeanor conviction no jail time summery probation which he later helped me get expunged. So I now have a clean record again. Thank u again much love

Posted by anonymous | May 24, 2015 | Criminal Defense

I only trust the Ertz Law Group.......

I met Abby Ertz and Marcus DeBose through a word of mouth referral in 2011. The referral obviously wasn't for no reason at all... most people don't hire an attorney unless they need one. Unfortunately I had gotten myself into a situation that could easily have brought me felony charges. I was terrifi...ed! Who wouldn't be? The moment I walked into The Ertz Law Group, they made me feel comfortable and secure. I had no problem being completely honest with them, no matter how much it hurt to say things out loud. I instantly felt that they were no longer strangers, and after the first office visit, I felt like I had known them forever! Abby and Marcus are compassionate, attentive, knowledgeable, and extremely personable. I felt at the moment of meeting them, that I could trust them with my life and my freedom. The Ertz Law Group goes above and beyond general attorney/client relationship. It's obvious that they genuinely care, and will do whatever it takes to keep you safe. My case ended up great and I avoided all felony charges and jail time. It's like it never even happened. And the best part of the relationship I've built with Abby and Marcus, is that sometimes I call them just to say hi, and they always make time to answer and see how my life is going. The Ertz Law Group will be with me for life!!!!!!! Not saying I will be in trouble with the law for the rest of my life, but I find comfort in having The Ertz Law Group behind me, no matter what happens! I will continue to recommend them to anyone I meet, no matter how big or small your problem may be, they will be there for you! With all the love and respect in my heart, THANK YOU Ertz Law Group! J.C. San Diego

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Marcus Edward DeBose's Lawyer Endorsements

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Ryan Carlson

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Marcus is a very skilled and aggressive advocate for his clients and I have absolutely no reservations recommending him to anyone in need of a very fair and competent criminal defense attorney."

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Michael Macneil

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 08

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Sousa

Criminal defense lawyer | May 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Marcus for years and I refer to him anyone who needs a criminal defense attorney. I consistently hear from those I referred that Marcus did a great job for them. If Marcus can't help you, he probably knows someone who can, so he is a great first point of contact."

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Ryan Tegnelia

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Marcus for many years and he is one of the most thoroughly prepared, and thus effective, advocates in town. I would highly recommend Mr. Debose to anyone charged with a crime."

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Abby Ertz

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Marcus E. DeBose has been my business partner since April 1, 2009. He is a fantastic lawyer and has been an incredible mentor. His desire to help others is unmatched and his passion for the law is inspiring. I 100% endorse Marcus for any criminal matter you may have."

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James Dicks

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Joubin Sedgh

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Evan Braunstein

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Criminal defense lawyer

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Michael Macneil

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Ryan Tegnelia

Criminal defense lawyer

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Evan Braunstein

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Experience

Rating:  8.5 (Excellent)

Honors

2021

Client's Choice, Avvo

2017

Client's Choice, Avvo

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Partner, Tegnelia & DeBose

2009 - 2016

Partner, Marketing Director, Senior Felony Litigator, The Ertz Law Group

2005 - 2009

Trial Attorney, Pacific Law Center, San Diego, Ca

2001 - 2005

Associate Attorney, Solare & Associates

Associations

2014 - Present

San Diego Criminal Defense Bar Association

Member

2001 - Present

State Bar of California

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Felony DUI

All charges reduced to misdemeanors, probation. Client permitted to remain in Navy, GI Benefits maintained.

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Education

2001

University of San Diego School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1998

University of Virginia

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2018

California Association of Public Retirement Systems

Felony Forfeiture

Publications

2015

Website Blog Hit and Run Penalty

2015

2014

Attorney Blog new tro lawyer page

Languages

English

Spanish

Activity

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