Stacey A Kartchner

Stacey A Kartchner

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 22 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at San Diego, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

501 W Broadway, Ste. 1100, San Diego, CA

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 22 years

State: California

Acquired: 2003

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Location

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501 W Broadway, Ste. 1100, San Diego, CA, 92101

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Stacey A Kartchner's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

36 Client Reviews

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Showing 6 - 10 of 12 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Danielle | January 17, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Felony DUI

Criminal Defense Lawyer Stacey Kartchner did an amazing job with my Felony DUI case. She was able to get my Felony conviction reduced to a misdemeanor and also have it expunged. It was all done in one court session. Stacey was very proficient in gathering all the information she needed. She was not o...nly proficient she worked quickly in my case and it did not drag out for me. Attorney Kartchner helped me get my life back in order. I would highly recommend her to anyone who needs a great criminal defense attorney!

Posted by Bill | March 20, 2018 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Never felt better

I was arrested for a DUI in July. Ms. Kartchner was recommended to me by another lawyer. Upon the initial consult, I was impressed with her professionalism, as well as the fact she was quite personable. Throughout the entire "ordeal" she kept in constant communication with me, and I never worried tha...t she would do anything except the best for me, and that is what happened. I would recommend her to anyone who was in a situation where a criminal defense attorney was required. On a scale of 1-10 for handling my case, I would have to give her a minimum of 12!

Posted by Daniel Glowatz | September 25, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Thank You

Stacey represented me all the way from Wyoming. I used to live in San Diego and I still had a warrant that was over 15 years old. I hired Stacey on word of mouth not knowing her. All I can say it was the best decision I ever made. She has helped me get my freedom back and was extremely professional a...nd always kept her word. She did everything I asked and always kept me informed. Stacey will always be my go to person if I ever need any law services in San Diego again. All I can say is "She Exceeds Expectations"

Posted by John | May 03, 2015 | Criminal Defense

Recommend Stacey Kartchner

Our adult son with a history of drug use and mental illness was arrested instead of being taken to the hospital when suffering from a psychotic break because the Carlsbad police claimed they could not justify a 5150 hold. I found Stacey through a network of other attorneys. She handled the criminal... side of my son's case and brought in Mr. Stan Jones, who has a background defending those with mental illness. Their expertise combined with my own preparation in providing them with documents to strengthen my son's case resulted in no case being filed with the Vista Court. Working with Ms. Kartchner was very easy. She kept me informed of the procedures regarding this case and ultimately the satisfactory result. I would recommend Stacey Kartchner wholeheartedly and without reservation. I would work with her again immediately if needed.

Posted by Jacob | December 02, 2014 | DUI & DWI

Outstanding Attorney - Stacey Kartchner, Highly Recommended

I highly recommend attorney, Stacey Kartchner! Her legal expertise and overall professionalism and dedication to me was second to none! She guided me every step of the way and exceeded all my expectations. I have worked with Stacey on two separate occasions and was very happy with both results. In th...e first instance, Stacey was able to lower my DUI fees substantially (thousands of $). In the second instance, Stacey got my "minor in possession" (alcohol) lowered from a misdemeanor to an infraction. I'm incredibly thankful for all of Stacey's hard work and would recommend her to anyone!

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Stacey A Kartchner's Lawyer Endorsements

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Somair Alam

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Stacey is an exceptional criminal defense attorney whose reputation speaks for itself. Recommended with complete confidence."

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Elizabeth Missakian

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. Stacey Kartchner is honest, ethical, and a truly spectacular attorney. She is a zealous advocate and very effective in court as well as brief-writing."

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Domenic Lombardo

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Stacey is well known in the San Diego legal community. She not only works extremely hard for her clients, she is deeply involved in issues facing the criminal defense bar. I have worked with her for the last couple of years on an executive committee of a criminal defense organization and her boundless energy, organizational skills, and commitment to “the cause” has been inspiring to me. I endorse her."

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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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Michael Shemtoub

Administrative law lawyer | Sep 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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!"

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Thomas Kenny

Unknown lawyer | Feb 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Richard Huffman

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 05

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. She does an excellent, thorough job representing her clients."

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Daniel Greene

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Stacey is a fabulous attorney. She is hardworking, diligent and compassionate. She is highly regarded by her peers and by the courts. I know her to work extremely hard on all of her cases. Her clients are very fortunate to have her on their side! I would recommend Stacey Kartchner without hesitation to any potential client."

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Justin White

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Stacey is a wonderful lawyer. She is responsive, dedicated and very hard working. I would recommend her without hesitation to anyone with a criminal matter."

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Kurt Hermansen

Criminal defense lawyer

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Domenic Lombardo

Criminal defense lawyer

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Daniel Greene

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2021

Service Award, Criminal Defense Bar Association

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2020

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2017

Special Board of Directors Award, Board of Directors of Federal Defenders of San Diego/Appellate Defenders of San Diego

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2014

2014 Top Attorney Award, San Diego Daily Transcript

2013

2013 Top Attorney Award, San Diego Daily Transcript

2012

Service Award, Criminal Defense Lawyer's Club

2009

2009 Top Young Attorney Award, San Diego Daily Transcript

2002

Pro Bono Honors Award, California Western School of Law

Work Experience

2009 - Present

Partner, Law Office of Stacey A. Kartchner

2003 - 2009

Associate, Grimes & Warwick

Associations

2020 - Present

San Diego County Bar Association

Board of Directors

2020 - Present

Lawyers Club of San Diego

Co-Chair, Community Services Committee

2020 - Present

United States District Court for the Southern District of California

Chairperson, Material Witness Advisory Committee

2019 - Present

San Diego County Bar Association

Legal Ethics Committee Member

2011 - Present

Accessity (formerly ACCION San Diego)

Board Member

2007 - Present

Criminal Defense Lawyers Club

Executive Director

2007 - Present

Criminal Defense Bar Association/Criminal Defense Lawyer's Club

Newsletter Editor

2003 - Present

San Diego County Bar Association

Member

2020 - 2020

Criminal Defense Lawyer's Club

President

2017 - 2021

Criminal Defense Lawyers Club

Executive Committee

2013 - 2014

Criminal Defense Bar Association

President

2011 - 2014

Community Corrections Partnership

Private Bar Liaison

2010 - 2014

California Attorneys for Criminal Justice

Member

2009 - 2013

Lawyer's Club of San Diego

Newsletter Editorial Board Member

2009 - 2013

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2009 - 2014

Criminal Defense Bar Association

Board Member

Education

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California Western SOL

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Univ of Utah

undergraduate

Publications

2012

2009

San Diego Daily Transcript Best Young Attorneys 2009
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