Jon Martin Pettis's Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | April 24, 2021 | Hired Attorney

Better of with a public defender

I retained Jon for my first (and only) DUI back in 2010. It was clear there was nothing outside of the standard arraignment he could do, but I had an important meeting on the day of my court date, so I figured, at the very least he could appear on my behalf. At the time of hiring his services, he was... at a pretty well-known legal firm and a week after paying cash for his services, he let me know they went out of business and he would be working from home. Not a big deal considering he assured me everything would be handled properly. Days before my court date and on my actual court date, there was no communication despite leaving him voicemails for a call-back. I just had a gut feeling something was wrong, so I happened to checked the San Diego warrant site and my name appeared. I called him immediately to which he replied that he got court cases mixed up and failed to show. He did request the bench warrant to be revoked successfully, but created undue stress (and he was not cheap). I met him on the re-scheduled court date to make sure he would appear. After signing some documents, I had to ask what my probation details were (you'd figure he'd offer that without asking). I made sure he went through security and went home. I honestly feel I would have received the same stipulations of the DUI arrest with a public defender, minus the bench warrant for failure to appear and high cost tag. Regardless of it being over 10 years since I had to deal with Jon, I will never forget his unprofessionalism. Go elsewhere with your money.

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Posted by Laura | March 30, 2012

greatest dui lawyer

I was facing my third DUI in four years. I was sure I was going to jail for a long time. I hired Jon and he found flaws in the police conduct that led to the case being dismissed. He saved my job, my family and almost my life. Thanks!

Posted by Laura | March 30, 2012

incredible lawyer

I was facing my third DUI in four years. I was sure I was foing to jail for a long time. Jon poured over the police reports and found a way to challenge the arrest and got all the evidence suppressed. The case was dismised and he saved my job, my family and almost my life. Thank you!

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David Ruyle

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 16

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"I endorse this lawyer. He is well versed in criminal law, personable and loves a challenge."

Robert Carter

DUI and DWI lawyer | Oct 16

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"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Pettis is a great lawyer and wonderful human being. When it comes to DUI & DWI law, he is my go to guy."

Hector Tamayo

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 24

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"Few if any possess the knowledge and skill set needed to tenaciously defend a DUI that Jon Pettis has He is a skilled negotiator and aggressive trial attorney. His knowledge of the science and intricacies of DUI cases are second to none."

Mark Clay

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 21

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"I highly endorse Mr. Pettis. Truly exceptional and caring attorney who gets great results in representing clients! I want all people with legal problems to contact him first."

D. Michael Phillips

DUI and DWI lawyer | May 20

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"I endorse this lawyer. If you have a family member who is facing a DUI charge, you can't go wrong with Mr. Pettis. With a practice focused on DUI defense, he shows his committment to his clients to get the best result possible."

Jill Rogers

Unknown lawyer | Apr 03

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"I endorse this lawyer for always putting the clients needs first."

Mark Murad

Unknown lawyer | Feb 26

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"I endorse this lawyer."

Guy Levy

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 30

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"I endorse this lawyer."

Corey Wlodarczyk

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 28

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"Jon is one of the most knowledgeable DUI attorneys I have ever met. One of the first people I go to when I seek advice, and for good reason. He will aggressively advocate for all of his clients using his wealth of experience and knowledge."

Sharon Anderson

Unknown lawyer | Nov 24

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"I endorse this lawyer."

Douglas Borthwick

DUI and DWI lawyer | Nov 10

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"I endorse this lawyer."

James Shields

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 21

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"I endorse this lawyer with no reservation. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community. Very hardworking and diligent. Consistently achieves superior results. Advice is always practical and on point. I recommend to anyone looking for an attorney who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of clients and achieving the most favorable result possible.I endorse this lawyer.I endorse this lawyer."

Zaki Ali

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jun 17

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"Jon is a talented and skilled lawyer. A true advocate for his clients. I endorse this lawyer.I endorse this lawyer."

Sean Cleary

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jun 11

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"I endorse this lawyer. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community."

John VanDervoort

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jun 06

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"Jon has more endorsements from fellow lawyers than any other lawyer I know. Ive been a dui lawyer 42 years and he IS one of the finest and I recommend him."

Daryl Thompson

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 04

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"I endorse this lawyer."

Martin Schmidt

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 01

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"Jon is a highly experienced DUi attorney who is not afraid to take on even the toughest DUI cases. I endorse this lawyer."

James Dicks

DUI and DWI lawyer | Nov 29

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"This attorney works very hard for the clients and keeps up with the law by attending legal seminars to assist them in this regard. I endorse this attorney."