Shoshuen Chiu

Shoshuen Chiu

also known as Ariel Chiu

5.0
Rating: 8.9

Licensed for 10 years

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

600 W Broadway Ste 700, San Diego, CA

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 10 years

State: California

Acquired: 2015

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Law Offices of Shoshuen Chiu

600 W Broadway Ste 700, San Diego, CA, 92101-3370

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Shoshuen Chiu's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

8 Client Reviews

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Posted by Steve | July 16, 2017 | Hired Attorney

Beyond the call of duty

Ariel was both the most thorough and thoughtful attorney. She was intently dedicated and her empathy was amazing!

Posted by David | July 14, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Beat my dui

I got my DUI earlier this year coming out of angels stadium in Orange county .My car got towed and I spend a night in jail ,at the time i was lost and didnt know what to do . Thats when i decided to reach out for help and gave a few calls to different lawyers . About a week after the incident I came ...across Ariel. We met and she told me that she could help me so I gave it a shot and I'm glad I did! From the start Ariel kept me updated and answered my texts or calls on the spot. She handled all the paperwork to keep me driving and gave in instructions on what to do if i wanted a good outcome. I knew my case was gonna be hard to beat because of my crimminal background and There was a even time when I felt like giving up because I knew I had drank that day and i was fighting the inevitable. But Ariel gave me hope and convinced me to keep fighting it,which I did . Ariel was right and she knows her stuff because she helped me get out of the bad situation I was in .She is a true courtroom superstar because Thanks to her I beat my dui!All my friends are amazed I beat the case and my family didn't have to suffer for my actions.Ariel is a true blessing in my life because she helped me when I needed it the most . I can now continue with my life and focus on the good stuff!.

Posted by anonymous | June 28, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

DUI

Since day one Ariel has made me feel ten times better about my case. She even took the time to explain in detail the entire process and what I have to do on my end to ensure that my priorities are met. Any questions I have, she is able to answer without a problem and on top of it, makes the complicat...ed legal talk not seem so bad. I have not had to attend a court date, which is extremely convenient, up until the final charges and Ariel always follows up after each appearance. She and her partner are the ones you want to hire! Thank you Ariel and Thomas!

Posted by anonymous | June 06, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Above and beyond

My husband and I hired Ariel to defend me against my daughter's accusation of abuse. She was sincere and patient with us. It is very hard to have to admit that your daughter hates you but Ariel made us feel comfortable talking about the incident. We can't thank her enough for contantly being there... to answer our questions. She was able to help me avoid a record and I feel very lucky for having her there for us. Thanks Ariel!

Posted by anonymous | June 06, 2017 | Hired Attorney

Highly recommend for anyone that needs representation

The first contact I made to Ariel was on weekend. She went out of her way to meet me anyway although I'm sure she had better plans for her weekend than to meet to discuss my case. Since that moment I know she was my attorney. I was frightened & uninformed about my situation and she was there to no...t only give me step by step scenarios as to what to expect, but I knew she was a very caring person. She continued to give me 110 percent of her attention when ever I had a question, she responded to me in a timely matter. I am forever greatful to her for being there for me every step of the way. She is a true professional & now I consider her my friend as well.

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Mark Rowe

Violent crime lawyer | Apr 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Shoshuen Chiu is a powerful advocate for her clients. She is always prepared and very successful in the courtroom. The client who trusts his case to Shoshuen makes a wise decision, and I highly recommend her work."

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Troy Holan

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I wholeheartedly endorse Ariel Chiu. She is a brilliant legal mind and a tireless worker for her clients. Ms. Chiu's passion to provide superior advocacy for her clients is fantastic to see from such a young, talented attorney. Ms. Chiu has a very bright future in the legal community and any client would be lucky to have Ms. Chiu in his or her corner."

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Nicholas Gurney

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 24

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Ariel Chiu is a truly sharp legal mind. Her dedication to clients is limitless. I endorse Ariel because the accused deserve nothing but the best representation--Ariel delivers."

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Edwin Schwartz

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Chiu is persuasive, smart, hardworking, and talented. As a graduate of the Gerry Spence Trial Lawyer’s College, she is also confident and fearless in the courtroom. I highly recommend Ms. Chiu!"

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Wei-Hua Wang

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 02

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Ariel is an absolutely amazing attorney. Not only does she possess the necessary legal skills and knowledge, but she combines that with her unyielding tenacity in court. Put that together with her genuine concern for her clients, and you have an unparalleled criminal defense attorney. If I, or someone in my family, ever need a defense attorney, Ariel will be the person I call. I have no reservations at all about endorsing Ariel. Any client would be lucky to have Ariel by their side!"

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Robert Linton

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Arial and I attended the elite Trial Lawyers College together offered by legendary defense lawyer Gerry Spence. Arial was a star of our program, competing with lawyers twice her age. She is exactly the kind of lawyer I would want on my side--and at my side--if wrongfully accused of a crime or in need of representation. She is not only a gifted and skillful advocate, but also a compassionate human being with great character and integrity. And Don't let her youthfulness fool you. She's the kind of lawyer Gerry Spence says he most feared in a courtroom."

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Hector Leija

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Chiu takes the time to understand her clients' needs, while meeting her clients' expectations."

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Ernest Lee

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Shoshuen Chiu, or 'Ariel' as I know her, is a young attorney I have known for over a year. I have had the opportunity to work with her on several matters with complex legal issues and I have found her to be super-smart with a keen legal mind. She is made for a lawyer. I have been an attorney for 15 years and I have never found a smarter young attorney. In addition, she is one of the best legal writers I have met, and that is saying a lot. And she is as nice as they get, which is not always the case with one with such a great talent. Because of the foregoing, I heartily endorse attorney Shoshuen, 'Ariel' Chiu."

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Experience

Rating:  8.9 (Excellent)

Associations

2015 - Present

San Diego Chinese Attorneys Association

Board Member

Education

2016

Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College

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California Western SOL

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Univ of California San Diego

Languages

Mandarin

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