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I live in San Diego. In my spare time, I enjoy many hobbies including writing (see my published "Blind Mule Book" that deals with drug smuggling, available for purchase on the web, gardening of exotic fruits and vegetables, wine and mead making, and Latin percussion. I also love camping in the backcountry of San Diego and world travel, especially to Latin America.
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1901 First Avenue #138, San Diego, CA, 92101
108 Client Reviews
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Posted by Ted | May 20, 2014 | Criminal Defense
Very happy Russell Babcock got my case dismissed.
I am very grateful for the representation provided to me by Russell Babcock. I went to San Diego on vacation with some friends to get away from a brutal Rocky Mountain winter. On our second day there one person in our group brought drugs with him to the beach and decided to help himself to a pocket i...
Posted by anonymous | April 08, 2014 | Criminal Defense
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MY SON WAS ARRESTED IN 2011 DUE TO A DRUG TUNNEL CASE. THE CASE WAS VERY COMPLICATED WE DIDNT HAVE ANY IDEA OF WHAT TO DO THEN WE CONTACT MR. BABCOCK'S FIRM. MR. BABCOK AND MR. MARDOCK WERE VERY COMPREHENSIVE AND SENSITIVE WITH ME AND MY FAMILY. THEY WHERE ALWAYS THERE WHEN WE HAD A QUESTION ABOUT AN...
Posted by anonymous | March 24, 2014 | Criminal Defense
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MR. BABCOCK AND MR. MARDOCK HELP MY RELATIVE. THEY BOTH KNOW HOW TO DO THIR JOB AND ALWAYS TRY THEIR BEST. MY RELATIVE WAS INVOLVED IN A DRUG CONSPIRACY FACING A MINIMUM OF 10 YRS IN PRISON & THEY HELP HIM ALOT AND INTEAD HE RECEIVED 36 MONTHS WICH IS NOTHING COMPARE TO WHAT THE GOVT WAS TRING TO GIV...
Posted by Robert | December 27, 2013 | Criminal Defense
I am back with my family and free because of Mr. Babcock's efforts.
I had an unfortunate incident of which, I need the assistance of a competent and trustworthy attorney. Finding the right attorney is like finding a needle in the hay stack but I was lucky. Mr. Babcock was referred to my family and at the time I had little choice. Just by luck or whatever, I got Mr...
Posted by anonymous | December 03, 2013
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I highly recommend the lawyers Russell and Ryan. They were always aware of my needs. They always answered all my questions quickly. I honestly felt I had someone to support me and to defend me. I not only felt their interest on a professional level but also on a personal level. They are people with g...
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Russell and I worked together on a difficult bank robbery case and he was able to secure a fantastic deal for his client. He works hard, is very committed, and he is a terrific lawyer."
"Unquestionably competent, consistently conscientious, endlessly hardworking, always helpful, and highly dedicated, it is well-known this exceptional lawyer is an excellent trial attorney who is a tremendous asset to the Defense Bar community. Any person in need who hires this superb attorney will know he or she is in capable hands. For a number of positive reasons, I am honored to endorse Mr. Babcock."
"Russell is an exceptional criminal defense attorney whose reputation speaks for itself. Highly recommended lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Babcock is an excellent attorney. I have had the opportunity to view him in trial as an opposing counsel. Attorney Babcock was aggressive, prepared and a strong advocate for his client. He ultimately prevailed in the matter in which we were opposed. Attorney Babcock is very knowledgeable of the law. His experience as a former prosecutor combined with years of experience as a criminal defense attorney makes him one of the best attorneys in San Diego County. I recommend him without reservation."
"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 go to Russ for advice in many cases. He has incredible experience and is highly intelligent. Prosecutors know they have their hands full when Russ is involved. Great lawyer."
"Russell is a very hard worker and an intelligent advocate. I have watched him at trials and he develops a great rapport with the jury. He is very skilled and a great lawyer. I recommend him highly."
"I endorse russell's work. i have known him for over 25 years and once worked with him in the anchorage, alaska city prosecutor's office. he is intelligent, hard-working and cares a great deal about each of his clients."
"I fully endorse this lawyer's work. Russell Babcock is a fellow criminal defense lawyer in the community with whom I have known and worked together for nearly 25 years. He is a "lawyer's lawyer," dedicated to getting results and satisfying his clients. Russ works 24/7 and has also obtained recognition by his peers, having received the "Super Lawyer" award for 2008 and 2009. We continue to associate on countless criminal matters, thereby giving our respective clients the benefit of our team approach to strategize legal issues, facts and circumstances."
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Client's Choice, Avvo
2009
Super Lawyer (top 5% of lawyers), Super Lawyers
2008
Super Lawyer (Top 5% of lawyers), Super Lawyers
2007
Kudos (Acquittal in First Degree Murder Case, San Diego Criminal Defense Bar Association
2004
Kudos (Acquittal in Largest Maritime Drug Case), San Diego Criminal Defense Bar Association
1998
Appellate Attorney of the Year (Reversal of Life Case), San Diego Criminal Defense Bar Association
1995
Certified Criminal Law Specialist, State Bar of California
1981
Top 15% of Law School Class, University of California, Davis
1978
Top University Student Rhetoric/Communication, University of California, Davis
1977
Phi Beta Kappa (top 1% of class), University of California, Davis
1990 - Present
Owner, Law Office of Russell S. Babcock
1991 - 1992
Special Prosecutor, District Attorney's Office
1988 - 1990
Attorney, Rosner and Law
1987 - 1988
Supervising Assistant Attorney General, Attorney General's Office
1982 - 1987
Assistant District Attorney, District Attorney's Office
1982 - 1982
Deputy District Attorney, District Attorney's Office
2007 - Present
Moot Court Judge, FinalsUniversity of San Dego School of Law
1994 - Present
Sixth Circuit Court of AppealsPracticing Attorney
1994 - Present
United States District Court Southern District of MIchiganPracticing Attorney
1991 - Present
California Public Defenders AssociationMember
1991 - Present
California Appellate Defense CounselMember
1991 - Present
Criminal Justice Act (CJA Panel)Member
1991 - Present
Ninth Circuit Court of AppealsPracticing Attorney
1991 - Present
United States District Court for the Southern District of CaliforniaPracticing Attorney
1998 - 2000
William Enright Inn of CourtBarrister
Acquittal all charges, including murder
Client acquitted of all charges
Life Sentence reversed on appeal, defendant freed
1981
Juris Doctor
1978
A.B.
2000
State of Education for Children in Cuba
2016
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