Philip Leo Gagnon Jr

To my discredit, I've engaged Philip for a DUI arrest on more than one occasion. I was facing a felony conviction with mandated prison time and thanks to Philip I will be serving a sentence of less than a year in home confinement. Philip treats you like your case is the most important one in San Di...ego and you are his most important client. He's a miracle worker - brilliant, fierce, honest and always a consummate professional. He is an absolute expert in the field of DUI criminal defense.

I do not casually say that Philip is the best. I met with other highly rated lawyers in SD, I have talked with others about their experience, and (most importantly) I have seen Philip's skill and dedication first hand. It is important to note, that some DUI lawyers do not even go to court themselv...es, and some do not personally handle your case. Really, the court just wants you to roll over and admit guilt, so they can move on to convicting others. If you want a lawyer that will FIGHT for you, please take my advice and choose Philip Gagnon. My story: I was arrested, taken in, and let the Police trick me into giving a blood sample (big mistake!). The BAC came back as a 0.24, which is very bad (and wrong!). Because of this BAC, I was given no mercy in the court system. Philip initially won the Motion to Suppress (ruling that the Police unlawfully arrested me), but a 3 judge panel later overturned it. Philip stuck with me, and fought by my side the whole time. We eventually went to trial. Even though I had no prior arrests or convictions, I was guilty in everyone's eyes from the moment I stepped into the court room. The prosecuting attorney let Philip know that my case was a slum dunk for him. He was 100% certain that I would be convicted on both counts. Philip worked with me to calm my nerves so that we could present a sharp and accurate defense. After 3 hard days of trial, we got word that Philip hung the jury (11-1 against me). Guess what, our wonderful justice system decided to take me to trial again! Philip was Mr. Johnny on the spot, always showing up on time and prepared for everything the court put me through. In the second trial, the judge was even MORE difficult to work with. Even though the prosecuting attorney stepped up his game against me, Philip fought tooth and nail. The result: Philip hung the jury again (this time 8-4 against me, even better!). Philip then worked to get my charge reduced down to a traffic violation. Well done! I am so happy I chose Philip Gagnon, and I would do it again in a heartbeat.

I have done business with Philip as a bail bondsman, President of a soccer gaming league and as an Attorney for a family member. He has always been an Attorney that I could trust in taking care of my clients in a very professional manner but mostly he defends his clients with a fervor that you don't ...see in many Attorneys.

I hired Mr Gagnon from reading reviews and was the best decision I've ever made. he's an expert in DUI cases and really knows everything there is to know and then some which in my case may be arresting officers look like morons. he's a very busy attorney but he will give you 110% effort and he's amaz...ing. don't waste time looking for another one you want Philip Gagnon.

Mr. Gagnon is not only an amazing lawyer to work with professionally, he is also a fantastic mentor. I was pulled over for and arrested for a DUI while I worked for him (ironic, I know). I followed the advice I learned from him, all of which is conveniently on the back of his business card. To make a... long story short, his advice and expertise kept me from being prosecuted. Philip is a great guy too. He goes out of his way for his clients. He treated me the same way he treats any of his clients, with prompt, respectful, knowledgable guidance and legal support. If you are anywhere near the San Diego area, THIS IS THE DUI GUY TO HIRE!!!!