Stephen Eugene Hoffman

Stephen Eugene Hoffman

also known as Steve Hoffman

5.0
Rating: 7.7

Licensed for 20 years

Civil rights Lawyer at San Diego, CA
Practice Areas: Civil Rights, Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice

1320 Columbia Street, Suite 200, San Diego, CA

About Stephen

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 20 years

State: California

Acquired: 2005

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Steve Hoffman

1320 Columbia Street, Suite 200, San Diego, CA, 92101

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Stephen Eugene Hoffman's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

7 Client Reviews

5 star (7)
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Posted by Peter | July 30, 2015 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Great Advice!!

I called to get help with a BS open container charge, and Steve suggested I contest it myself bc it was only a $280 fine. He spent plenty of time with me on the phone and gave me all the steps to take, and a lot of advice on how to contest the ticket, and even cross-examine the cop. I came away ple...asantly surprised at how nice Steve was, and how helpful, especially considering it was just a free phone consultation (Steve wasn't making any money from it). Would highly recommend!

Posted by Savannah | November 27, 2014

Reliable & efficent lawyer, I HIGHLY recommend.

I really needed legal help last minute and Steve was referred to me by a great friend. Steve was there for me every step of the way. He kept me in the loop and frequently checked in with me. He responds very quickly to my emails and resolved the case as fast as he could. I highly recommend him for an...y legal issues and will most definitely be using him again if I ever need legal representation! Thanks again Steve and I apologize for the delay in review. You are the best!!!

Posted by Lynn | October 26, 2014

Excellent legal and business advice

My decision to retain Steve to advise me on my business startup has definitely been a great one. Steve explains everything thoroughly and makes sure I understand every step in the process. Steve has advised me on formation, contracts, liability issues, and shareholder and employee matters. What is be...st of all is that he actually has had experience starting businesses on his own, so he has provided me with both excellent legal and business advice. I highly recommend him.

Posted by Dave | August 11, 2012

Misdemeanor Reckless Reduced to Infraction. THANK YOU!!!!

Well, this was my first ever need for a real lawyer other than a minor traffic ticket. Boy was I freaking out. I was losing sleep and fearful of jail and thinking the worst. After doing lots of research about my situation. I started looking for an attorney. I kept getting the runaround from a...tty's who didn't want to take a misdemeanor case due to the lack of $$$ and prob because they can make a ton more off the plethora of DUI clients out there. Anyway, Steve gave me plenty of time and answered all my questions during the first phone call, and again at the in person consultation. I had no worries about him showing up in court for me since his office is a stone's throw away from the downtown courthouse. He kept me reasonably informed along the way. With as much as I was obsessing over the situation, I prob had unreasonable expectations over the amount of correspondence I'd be receiving. Nevertheless, everything went according to plan, I was offered a great plea deal based on the facts of the case. I definitely would recommend Steve to anyone needing legal representation. He does lots of different kinds of law, and has VERY fair pricing. Definitely worth a consultation. You won't be sorry. Thanks again Steve, you really helped me through a tough time and I'm SO HAPPY to be able to get on with my life now! Thanks so much!

Posted by Daniel | July 6, 2011

A+ Job -- Exactly What I Needed

I needed a traffic attorney who could rectify a bench warrant for an unpaid traffic ticket which turned into a misdemeanor. Before retaining Steve, I consulted with two other possible attorneys. The first attorney seemed intelligent, but I couldn't trust him as he sounded as though he only cared ab...out completing a transaction, not to mention charging an exorbitant fee of $750. The second attorney seemed trust worthy, however, he didn't sound competent enough to rectify my warrant/misdemeanor in the best case scenario for me. Then after consulting with Steve, I realized he was the right choice as he met my criteria on trustworthiness, competency and like-ability. Not only did he charge a fair fee which was a fraction of the amount requested by the first attorny, but also he was professional, looked out for my best interests and achieved the desired outcome of reducing the misdemeanor to a minor traffic infraction. He performed great work and took good care of his client. I can't say you would receive all this from a larger commercialized traffic attorney firm with fancy slogans plastered all over the internet. I am taking the time to write this review as my way of saying thanks and a job well done to Steve.

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Stephen Eugene Hoffman's Lawyer Endorsements

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John Burke

Car accident lawyer | Mar 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Steve Hoffman is incredibly talented and above all cares about his clients. I have dealt with Steve on many occasions and never cease to be impressed by his abilities. I endorse this lawyer."

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Daniel Gilleon

Trucking accident lawyer | Oct 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Steve Hoffman is the only trucking accident lawyer I know that understands the insides of the trucking business (and could drive any truck on the road). He knows trucking backwards and forwards so there's no reason to go to anybody else."

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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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Ramona Hallam

Contracts and agreements lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Mr. Hoffman is professional, always polite, and gets things done promptly. I was opposing counsel on a case with him. He is very thorough and principled. I would definitely recommend him to a person seeking legal help."

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John Burke

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Daniel Gilleon

Litigation lawyer

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Ramona Hallam

Personal injury lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.7 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2005 - Present

Attorney, Law Office of Steve Hoffman

Associations

2015 - Present

American Association for Justice, Interstate Trucking Litigation Group

2014 - Present

American Association for Justice

2012 - Present

Consumer Attorneys of San Diego

2006 - Present

San Diego County Bar Association

Education

1992

Pepperdine University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1987

University of Miami

BBA

Languages

English

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