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

Klinedinst PC

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 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Compassion

Posted by Harvey | October 09, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Expungement

Top-tier lawyer

Stacey is an outstanding attorney who expertly handled my record expungement with unparalleled professionalism and precision, seamlessly navigating every legal complexity to deliver a flawless outcome. Her exceptional skill was matched by her genuine compassion; she took the time to listen to my conc...erns, provided clear and insightful advice, and made a daunting process feel approachable and manageable. Despite her all-business approach when tackling the case, Stacey consistently treated me with respect and care, ensuring I felt valued and supported throughout. If you have the opportunity to work with this remarkable professional, I highly recommend her services without hesitation.

Posted by Ray | June 08, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Outstanding lawyer!

Stacey is a professional, committed lawyer who was a absolute light in a dark times for me. She helped me avoid some serious penalties and fought for me like a family member. I can’t recommend her enough and am so grateful for her assistance. She goes above and beyond for her clients and is the best ...in the business bar none. Can’t recommend her enough!

Posted by Jake | November 18, 2022 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Stacey is a fantastic lawyer!

Stacey is an exceptional lawyer who I would highly recommend! She was my lawyer for my DUI case and she was extremely effective with both the court and dmv getting multiple charges dismissed, very professional, very timely and truely cared about me and was always there for me when I needed her. Thank... you Stacey!

Posted by Kate | July 07, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Could not have asked for better representation!

Words cannot express how grateful we are to have had Ms. Kartchner represent my son. My 14 year old son had a severe lack of judgement and was charged with multiple felonies. We were completely overwhelmed! But Ms. Karchner was extremely professional and incredibly kind and understanding. She never o...nce judged our family and treated us with the highest level of respect. We were grateful that she took the time to explain all of the legal proceedings and jargon that we were not able to understand and she thoroughly and completely explained our rights and responsibilities so that dealing with the court system was less intimidating. She went out of her way to set up meetings, visit our son in juvenile hall multiple times and prepare a case that would give him a just sentence. She was present at every single court hearing (arriving early and sitting with our family the entire time) and, despite having some serious charges against him, she was able to get some charges dropped and others reduced. This resulted in our son having the opportunity to start over with a clean slate once probation is complete. Ms. Kartchner is incredibly attentive and never once made us feel like we were a bother despite several phone calls initiated by us with yet another question. Even though we are certain that we were not her only client, it certainly felt like it. She is professional but has a great demeanor which instantly made us feel relaxed and ready to tackle the issue at hand. We would have never imagined that we would have needed a defense attorney but we are infinitely lucky that we had Ms. Kartchner as ours. We could not recommend her more strongly! With an established and award-winning career, she truly is the best in San Diego. (We didn't find out how established she was in the community until AFTER she handled our case. However, we are not surprised that she has an impressive reputation).

Posted by Christina | June 07, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

More than just a Lawyer

Stacey did more for my son & our family, than we EVER expected or inclined to expect from a lawyer. Stacey went way above & beyond our expectations of her job description of lawyer, she not only got my son on home arrest,( when the DA wanted to give him 10yrs w/ no possibility of parole, among a list... of other things ) my son has NO RECORD of anykind, a pillar to his community & is working on his career. No matter which way my son chose to go, pleading out or going to trial, she had my sons back, like he was her own son. She even treated my husband, myself & the rest of my family, as if we were apart of hers. She was available to me 24/7 ready to be there for an emotional, stressed out mom, to comfort, console & answer any questions needed. With No Hesitation! She Always made me feel confident that all would workout! That she was going to take what was necessary to get my son back home with his family., I fully recommend Stacey to Anyone who ever needs a Criminal Lawyer! She is Definitely our families from here on out!! THANK YOU SO MUCH STACEY ! Could NEVER repay or express the gratitude we have for what you've done for our son & our family! GODBLESS

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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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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

law

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Univ of Utah

undergraduate

Publications

2012

2009

San Diego Daily Transcript Best Young Attorneys 2009
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