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Troy Derek Holan

Criminal defense Attorney at San Diego, CA

5.0   14 reviews

also known as The Law Offices of Troy D. Holan

  • Licensed for 8 years
    State CA
    Acquired 2014
    Status
    Active No misconduct found

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

About Troy

Learn Troy’s areas of practice.

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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Reviewing a standard blood alcohol curve with a client (photo reprinted with permission of client).
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Posted by Jose | March 30, 2022
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
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 would not be taking the easy route, otherwise what's the point? If getting the charge over and done with was the goal I'd be better off saving my money and going with a public defender. So when I selected this law firm I did everything possible to verify they were invested in my case. Then at the beginning of the process, I was assigned a new lawyer, and I thought "great, I've just paid so now they'll do anything to close my case out as soon as possible and probably assigned me to a rookie lawyer". WOW, was I wrong! Enter, Troy Holan the best lawyer I've ever had the pleasure of working with. I've worked with other lawyers in the past and Troy beats them all by a mile. Troy was responsive, diligent, and tactical. He went above and beyond to help me through this difficult time in my life. When I brought forward legal avenues to pursue that I found on the internet, he didn't shy away from learning about them simply because he wasn't familiar with them. He went out of his way to research and fight for my case in and out of the courthouse. The end result? The DUI charges were dropped. Thank you so much, Troy, and the rest of the Kavinoky law firm you guys are a powerhouse!
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Posted by Jamie | March 18, 2022
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
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 sentencing dropped and I will be on my way to getting my license back soon. I highly recommend him!
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Posted by Justin | February 17, 2020
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
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 even though it was just a free phone consultation. Regarding the DUI, I was actually more worried about violating my informal probation and possible jail time than I was about the actual DUI charge. But with Troy Holan in my corner not only did the court not pursue a probation violation, he actually got the probation terminated a year early. I was very impressed. After the case I got a very thorough close-out letter summarizing the case and everything I would have to do. I would definitely recommend Troy to anyone I know.
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Posted by anonymous | July 29, 2019
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| Hired Attorney
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 highly recommend him.
Posted by Craig | April 10, 2019
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
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/guidance throughout every step of this long process. Troy outlined the things to do in order to plan for a reduced sentence in court. Mr. Holan was always straightforward, honest, patient and detailed which I admired during the process. Without making any promises and against all odds, we planned for potentially getting the DUI downgraded to a wet and reckless which he was vey confident in doing so, instead Troy diligently and remarkably obtained a dismissal do to an error made on the states behalf. I am more than grateful that I found a lawyer that made a big difference in my case. I highly recommend seeking Troy’s services should you find yourself in a similar situation, it is more than worth the peace of mind and money, which I should add was affordable. Thank you for the service Mr. Troy D. Holan.
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Posted by Albert | September 24, 2018
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| Hired Attorney
Troy is a force to be reckoned with.
Troy Holan supported me, guided me, and fought for me from day one. Troy's confidence in his understanding of the law helped me rest easy as the case was ongoing. He helped me grasp exactly what was going on at all times which gave me comfort and hope while at the same time kept me perfectly tethered in reality. Almost everything Troy predicted would happen in one way or the other, happened. In one year, I will return to the Law Offices of Troy D. Holan to get this misdemeanor expunged from my record. Thank you Mr. Holan for all you do.
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Posted by Brandon | September 10, 2018
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Unbelievable!
Troy D. Holan was an excellent attorney. Throughout my ongoing case, he was very patient with how I was managing my contribution to fulfill my court orders. Troy was very communicative on how my case was going, putting me at ease. Troy truly made it easier on me and made amazing results concluding my case! I would recommend him to anyone seeking help!
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Posted by Rebecca | July 15, 2018
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Outstanding Legal Aasistance
I live in Colorado and had a DUI in San Diego in 2012. The laser that I had previously worked with would not return my calls or emails. That’s when I searched and found Mr. Holan. I could not be happier with the attention and thoroughness that he provided me. My driver’s license was tied up in a tricky situation and there were unforeseen legal issues that I was terrified of. Mr Holan walked me through the invite process, kept me informed, and in the end, gave me a resolution that I could not be happier with. I would recommend him without hesitation to anyone and am SO grateful for his help!
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Posted by Faith | March 3, 2018
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Life saver
Troy was nothing but awesome for me. I got a dui and he helped me out of trouble. He also took the time to get to know me and direct me into a path of help outside of my dui. He truly cares. He doesn't treat you like just another case. I never had a problem getting a hold of him. I always dealt with him directly and he responded very quickly. I'd recommend him to anyone. His prices are reasonable and he does his job great. He truly got me out of a bind I was in and took care of my situation while i continued on with my work life.
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Posted by anonymous | January 9, 2018
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| Hired Attorney
Misdemeanor Charge
I had a misdemeanor charge for vandalism and Troy helped dismiss all charges. All I had to do was pay for damages and do 40 hours of community service. Very helpful and reassuring.
Posted by MikeeWudie | July 29, 2017
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Felony conviction erased
I was searching for a lawyer who could help me with my felony conviction nearly 17 years ago because I wanted to take a vacation and go to New York and Canada to see Niagara falls but I was told by a friend who just had visited there in March 2017 that he took a tour bus to Canada to see Niagara falls and the bus driver had a prior felony DUO conviction and was denied entry into Canada. That must have been embarrassing to say the least. Troy first reduced my conviction to a misdemeanor so that I could cross into Canada and just 2 days prior to me leaving San Diego, I received the documents i needed reducing the misdemeanor to expungement altogether. My wife and i were thrilled and it saved me a lot of worries and embarrassment crossing into Canada. Troy was able to completely remove my felony conviction and thanks to him, I have great memories of my wife and kids vacation to New York and Canada we can always look back on and reminiscent. I'm forever grateful to Mr Troy Holan and his hard work in getting me the results i expected and should i ever need his services again, won't hesitate to call him.
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Posted by Pat | June 28, 2017
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| Hired Attorney
A knowledgeable & caring attorney
Troy is an outstanding attorney. He was always available to answer our calls & any questions or concerns we had. He charged us a reasonable & fair price, not overly expensive. He took care of all paperwork, court appointments, etc. immediately. We never had to worry if something was taken care of. He even called ahead to remind us of court dates, etc. Since day one, he could not have been nicer or more caring at a time when our family was in full panic mode. Adding to this was his extensive knowledge of the law & our family could not have found a better attorney.
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Posted by anonymous | March 7, 2017
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| Hired Attorney
Stepped in & saved my case!
I didn't feel like my old lawyer was working hard enough for me. A friend recommended that I contact Troy Holan before I went to court. From the first phone call I felt so comfortable talking to Mr. Holan about my situation and I felt like he understood that I was really the victim in my case. I decided to hire him because he was so easy to work with. We went to court a few days later and Mr. Holan was very professional. After making my case to the other side all charges were finally dropped!! I am so glad that I went with Mr. Holan and would recommend him to any of my friends.
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Posted by Ashley | March 2, 2017
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| Hired Attorney
Perfect Fit
I have never been in a situation where I needed an attorney and frankly had no idea where to start. A friend recommended that I get in touch with Troy and it was the best decision I made. He is extremely smart and knowledgeable. He explained everything to me in a clear way, answering every question I had. Always available! Anything that I needed was taken care of because he is incredibly attentive. Reasonably priced and worth every penny. My case was won, thanks to him! At no point in the process (except the very beginning before I spoke with Troy) did I ever feel nervous. I highly recommend this attorney. Without a doubt, I will go back to him if I ever find myself needing legal advice or representation.
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Cost

Rates
  • Free Consultation 30 minutes
Payment methods
Cash, Check, Credit Card

Resume

AVVO RATING 9.4 (Superb)

Work Experience

  • Managing Attorney
  • The Kavinoky Law Firm
  • 2021 - Present
  • Owner
  • Law Offices of Troy D. Holan
  • 2016 - 2021
  • Deputy Public Defender
  • Office Of The Public Defender
  • 2014 - 2016

Education

  • California Western School of Law
  • JD - Juris Doctor
  • 2014
  • University of California - San Diego
  • BA - Bachelor of Arts
  • 2009

Legal Cases

  • Felony Theft Charge Reduced to Misdemeanor Resisting Arrest
  • 3 years informal probation with only a court fine
  • Felony DUI w/ Injury Charge Reduced to Misdemeanor DUI
  • Misdemeanor DUI (no injury) with informal probation.
  • .19 DUI Dismissed & Arrest Record Sealed
  • Dismissed after evidence excluded; arrest record sealed.
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Associations

  • United States District Court for the Southern District of California
  • Admitted to Practice
  • 2017 - Present
  • Community Law Project, California Western SOL
  • Volunteer Attorney
  • 2017 - Present
  • San Diego County Bar Association
  • Attorney Member
  • 2014 - Present
  • American Bar Association
  • Attorney Member
  • 2014 - Present
  • State Bar of California
  • Admitted to Practice
  • 2014 - Present
  • California Public Defenders Association
  • Attorney Member
  • 2014 - Present
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Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Spanish

Honors and Awards

  • Best DUI Lawyer in Oceanside
  • Expertise
  • 2023
  • San Diego Rising Star
  • Super Lawyers
  • 2022
  • Southern California Rising Star
  • Super Lawyers
  • 2021
  • Best DUI Lawyers in San Diego
  • Expertise
  • 2020
  • Top Contributor
  • Avvo
  • 2020
  • Top Contributor
  • Avvo
  • 2019
  • Top Contributor
  • Avvo
  • 2018
  • Client's Choice
  • Avvo
  • 2018
  • Top Contributor
  • Avvo
  • 2017
  • Scholarship Recipient
  • Lloyd Ellis Griffin
  • 2014
  • Trial Practice - Top Grade
  • California Western SOL
  • 2014
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Speaking Engagements

  • REACH @ UCSD
  • Knowing Your Rights
  • 2017
  • REACH @ UCSD
  • Anatomy of a Criminal Case
  • 2016

Attorney endorsements

Received (14)
Given (9)
Endorse Troy
DUI and DWI Attorney | Apr 01
Relationship: Co-worker
"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."
Criminal defense Attorney | Aug 26
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Excellent DUI lawyer."
Criminal defense Attorney | Aug 01
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"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!"
Criminal defense Attorney | Mar 29
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"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."
Unknown Attorney | Mar 15
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
Criminal defense Attorney | Mar 13
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
Speeding and traffic ticket Attorney | Nov 08
Relationship: Other
"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!"
Criminal defense Attorney | Oct 12
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"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."
Criminal defense Attorney | Aug 24
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"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."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jul 14
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"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."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jun 29
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in 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."
Criminal defense Attorney | Apr 13
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"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."
Criminal defense Attorney | Mar 20
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"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."
Criminal defense Attorney | Feb 28
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"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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San Diego Criminal defense Lawyer Troy Derek Holan
Troy Derek Holan
Criminal defense Attorney
San Diego, CA
Licensed for 8 years
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