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also known as The Law Offices of Troy D. Holan
Attorney Troy D. Holan focuses on aggressive representation with a strong emphasis on client goals and satisfaction. If you have been accused of a crime, contact now for a free, no pressure case evaluation.
Troy is a sole practitioner who has worked thousands of cases all over San Diego County. Troy is available 7 days a week to discuss your situation, including after hours and weekends. While being charged with a crime is scary, finding your defense attorney should not. Let Troy walk you through the process, discuss your goals, and collaborate together with a plan of attack moving forward.
Troy believes open communication is the corner of any attorney-client relationship. Troy is committed to fighting for you and holding the prosecution to the highest burden in all of the criminal courts: Beyond a Reasonable Doubt.
Prior to private practice, Troy began his career working as a government defense attorney for the Public Defender in the County of San Diego. After gaining multiple years of experience, Troy understands how to approach a variety of cases. No case is too big or too small when your future is at stake. Troy routinely argues cases at jury trial and in other creative ways to fight for your innocence. Once you decide to put your trust in Troy, you instantly become a part of the defense team.
Troy offers competitive rates based on the belief that everyone should have equal access to highly qualified and experienced defense attorneys. Troy strives to fight first and foremost for YOU as his client while also upholding the integrity of our criminal justice system.
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501 W Broadway, Suite 800, San Diego, CA, 92101
14 Client Reviews
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Posted by Jose | March 30, 2022 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Legal Ninja, professional lawyer through and through
This review was a long time coming and took me a lot longer to write than it should have. When I first reached out to The Kavinoky Law firm, I was desperate for help and wary of lawyers. Since I was looking at a DUI charge, I wanted to make sure that if I was getting a lawyer to fight for me, they wo...
Posted by Jamie | March 18, 2022 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Money well spent!
I called the Kavinosky Law Firm after my DUI. I was worried because there were so many factors and unknowns that could have made the outcome very challenging for me. Troy Holan was professional and helped me through the process every step of the way. He was able to get a few stipulations of my senten...
Posted by Justin | February 18, 2020 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Fantastic Lawyer
After I got arrested for a DUI I called many lawyers but Troy was the one that really stood out to me above all the rest. During my first phone call to him he spent 45 minutes answering all my questions and gave me very detailed insight on possible outcomes. I felt like I was already a client of his ...
Posted by anonymous | July 29, 2019 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Great Lawyer
I had my first DUI and didn’t know what to do I contacted a couple different lawyers before Troy and he was the obvious choice for me. He was a straight shooter and had a great plan in place for my case. I was really impressed with his work ethic and was able to get off with a wet and reckless. I hig...
Posted by Craig | April 10, 2019 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Sensational defense attorney! If you are in trouble or think you may be dont wait give him a call now.
Simply put, Mr. Troy D. Holan was remarkable in helping me navigate a very difficult time. After securing his services for help with my DUI case, he walked me through the entire process, explaining the path forward and the potential outcomes. Mr. Holan provided Excellent communication/feedback/guidan...
"Troy is an excellent attorney who connects with his clients to ensure they feel fought for and cared about throughout criminal representation. He leaves no stone unturned in order to obtain the best result for his clients. His genuine care and compassion for his work and clients is apparent, both inside and outside the courtroom."
"If you’re looking for a trusted and experienced criminal defense lawyer, Troy is the one. He is smart, talented and a force to be reckoned with in trial. He is known as a master negotiator, outstanding writer and persuasive advocate for all of his clients. He is well liked and respected by Judges, prosecutors, defense panel and his clients, alike. Most importantly, he is honest, kind and patient. I highly recommend him!"
"Troy is a strong and passionate criminal defense attorney. He knows how to settle a case and how to take one to trial. He is the type of attorney that has his client's best interest at heart. There are few attorneys that have compassion for their clients like Troy."
"Troy was extremely helpful in advising me on complicated traffic issues. He is not only patient, but informative. While I only practice in Michigan, anyone who gets in trouble in SD will be referred to Troy!"
"Troy Holan is a great attorney. I have worked with Troy at his former law firm and I have known him personally for years. He is a talented, intelligent, and zealous advocate. Troy cares deeply about each and every client, and he always puts his clients' interests above his own. Troy is an extremely skilled litigator, and he obtains amazing results for his clients. I would highly recommend Troy to anyone looking for a criminal defense attorney."
"Troy is intelligent, experienced and dedicated to his clients. He is twice is good and works twice as hard as the vast majority of other attorneys. I highly recommend him."
"I endorse Troy Holan because he is diligent, dependable, and honest. His determination and commitment to justice make him a rising star in the San Diego legal community."
"I've seen Troy in action from his stint at the Public Defender's Office. He is a passionate, intelligent advocate for clients. It's always a pleasure seeing him around the courthouse and in action."
"Attorney Troy Derek Holan is a powerful advocate for his clients. He is always prepared and very successful in the courtroom. The client who trusts his case to Troy makes a wise decision, and I highly recommend his work."
"I wholeheartedly endorse Troy. He is meticulous in his preparation and flexible and quick on his feet. he truly cares about his clients and works tirelessly to ensure the best possible results for them. Anyone with Troy on his/her team would be well-served."
"The determination that Troy shows while representing his clients is lacking in our field. He takes a personalized approach and continually makes effective strategic decisions. His thorough approach to each case shocks unprepared prosecutors and impresses the judges that he appears in front of. Troy is on my short list of trusted attorneys."
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2024
San Diego Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2023
Best DUI Lawyer in Oceanside, Expertise
2023
San Diego Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2022
San Diego Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2021
Southern California Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2020
Best DUI Lawyers in San Diego, Expertise
2020
Top Contributor, Avvo
2019
Top Contributor, Avvo
2018
Top Contributor, Avvo
2018
Client's Choice, Avvo
2017
Top Contributor, Avvo
2014
Scholarship Recipient, Lloyd Ellis Griffin
2014
Trial Practice - Top Grade, California Western SOL
2021 - Present
Managing Attorney, The Kavinoky Law Firm
2016 - 2021
Owner, Law Offices of Troy D. Holan
2014 - 2016
Deputy Public Defender, Office Of The Public Defender
2017 - Present
United States District Court for the Southern District of CaliforniaAdmitted to Practice
2017 - Present
Community Law Project, California Western SOLVolunteer Attorney
2014 - Present
San Diego County Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2014 - Present
American Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2014 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaAdmitted to Practice
2014 - Present
California Public Defenders AssociationAttorney Member
3 years informal probation with only a court fine
Misdemeanor DUI (no injury) with informal probation.
Dismissed after evidence excluded; arrest record sealed.
Misdemeanor "wet" reckless with only mandatory court terms.
Plead guilty to misdemeanor DUI (no injury)
Dismissed.
2 infractions
Plea to misdemeanor, credit for time served, no additional requirements.
Dismissal under PC1203.4
Dismissed
Misdemeanor probation
1 case dismissed, plea to lower charge w/ option to reduce to infraction, no jail time
2014
JD - Juris Doctor
2009
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2019
2017
Knowing Your Rights
2016
Anatomy of a Criminal Case
2018
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