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Monty Randhawa
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Biography
Monty is a highly experienced criminal defense attorney based in San Diego, California, with a proven track record of success. As a former prosecutor, he has a deep understanding of both sides of the law and has tried over 25 jury trials, making him an aggressive and zealous advocate for his clients. Monty has also worked as a supervisor in the general trial unit and has handled thousands of criminal cases, giving him a great depth of criminal law knowledge. With his extensive experience and knowledge, Monty is well-equipped to provide the best possible defense for his clients in even the most complex criminal cases.
Monty is also well versed and extremely knowledeable in handling DUI (Driving under the Influence) cases throughout San Diego County.
Monty earned several accolades during his time at the San Diego City Attorney's Office, receiving awards for employee of the quarter, employee of the month, and being promoted to acting Supervising Deputy City Attorney in the Criminal Division of the General Trial Unit. Monty was recently selected for the 2023 Super Lawyer's Rising Star award and 2023 National Top 40 Under 40 Criminal Defense award.
Monty established himself early as a trial attorney, having won numerous awards for national mock trial competitions in law school. Monty is the clear choice of counsel for any criminal misdemenaor or felony case.
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Payment Methods
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Licensed in California for 8 years
State: California
Acquired: 2017
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Randhawa Law Firm
600 W Broadway Suite 700, San Diego, CA, 92101
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Monty Randhawa's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | November 12, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Great representation!
Monty did a great job representing me in my criminal case. He is a very skilled and knowledgeable attorney.
Posted by Dave | July 07, 2022 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Highly recommended
Monty knows what he's doing! I hired Monty for a serious DUI case and he was able to get me the best deal possible considering the egregious nature of my behavior that night. Highly recommended!
Monty Randhawa's Lawyer Endorsements
"I knew Monty as a prosecutor before he went into criminal defense, and he has an excellent reputation on both sides of the aisle. He is an experienced trial attorney and anyone would be in good hands with Monty in their corner."
"Brilliant trial attorney who brings his experience and skills as a former prosecutor to advocate for his clients. I endorse this lawyer."
"I got to know Monty several years ago through mutual friends. He's been a Deputy District Attorney in San Diego for many years and we used to discuss criminal law issues and cases, and I found him to be sharp, creative and insightful when it came to dissecting criminal cases. And as a friend, I know that he is fearless and tenacious and will stop at nothing to help his friends or his clients. I strongly endorse Monty for criminal defense work, especially in San Diego County."
"I endorse Monty. He is very intelligent and a skilled trial lawyer."
Colin Rudolph
Criminal defense lawyer
Ally Keegan
Criminal defense lawyer
Experience
Honors
2023
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2023
Litigator of the Year, American Institute of Trial Lawyers
2021
Employee of the Quarter, San Diego City Attorney's Office
2019
Employee of the Month, San Diego City Attorney's Office
Work Experience
2017 - 2022
Deputy Prosecuting Attorney, San Diego City Attorney's Office
Associations
2022 - Present
Criminal Defense Bar Association of San DiegoMember
2021 - Present
California Attorney's for Criminal JusticeMember
2018 - Present
San Diego County Bar AssociationAttorney Member
Sample of Legal Cases
People v. Smith
Motion granted
Education
2016
California Western School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2012
University of California
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2020
San Diego City Attorney's Office New Deputy Training
Theft Offenses
2020
San Diego City Attorney's Office New Deputy Training
DUI Law
Publications
2022
WIX Website Host
The California Criminal Justice System
Languages
German
Hindi
Punjabi
English
Activity
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Q&A
Is there a way to get out of going to court by paying a fine?
29 Mar 2023
Q&A
Can you do a live scan if you have petty theft charges?
30 Mar 2023
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in a driving on suspended license charge courtcase, Lawyer got me community services, case:Adult traffic(is that a misdeamor?)
30 Mar 2023