Alan Spears

Alan Spears

5.0
Rating: 7.4

Licensed for 50 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at San Diego, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

www.AlanSpears.com, s/v Por Qui No, San Diego, CA

About Alan

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Criminal Defense 100%

Federal and State Criminal Defense International Criminal Defense

50 years | 1,000 cases

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 120 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 50 years

State: California

Acquired: 1975

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Nebraska for 41 years

State: Nebraska

Acquired: 1984

Administrative Suspension

No misconduct found

Location

Alan E. Spears, Esq.

www.AlanSpears.com, s/v Por Qui No, San Diego, CA, 92109

Alan E. Spears, Esq.

P.O. Box 1220, Lake Arrowhead, CA, 92321

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Alan Spears's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

5 Client Reviews

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Posted by Derek | April 16, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Federal Charges

I was facing serious federal charges and was my first time being in any kind of trouble with the law. I was introduced to Mr. Spears through a retainer with Seyb Law Group in Tustin, CA. He was able to work with the U.S. Attorney on a plea agreement. I was facing 7 years, but Mr. Spears got the most ...serious charges dropped and I was only facing a possession-only charge. I ended up getting 24 months, but without Mr. Spears' help, it could have been much, much worse. Thank you, Mr. Spears and Kathleen for everything.

Posted by anonymous | July 14, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Alan Spears

The combination of Alan and Kathleen are incredible. He's always prepared, professional and takes the time to get to know you, your case and articulates all possible outcomes along with the probabilities. 1st Class all of the way. Highly Recommended. I've worked with him and known him for over 10... years.

Posted by Mariah | December 17, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

He's The Man for Criminal Cases!

Alan and Kathleen were awesome! He's an hands on attorney and explained everything thoroughly throughout the entire court process. He and Kathleen returned all calls promptly, and they were very empathetic. Alan knows his stuff! His prices were very reasonable, and the outcome was well worth it. The ...system is not kind to young black men, but Alan got my son minimal time.

Posted by Brenda | August 21, 2015 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

BEST ATTORNEY! !!!!

Mr. Spears and Kathleen are the GREATEST TEAM. They care about you and your family. Their HONEST, AND COMPASSIONATE. If your seeking legal service, MR. ALAN SPEARS IS FOR YOU.

Posted by meagan | October 19, 2013

Loved him!

Alan saved me big time! I had a DUI and blew a .11 and he got me down to a wet reckless. I was very nervous but he took care of all of it and made me feel super comfortable. His assistant Kathleen is fantastic! They make a great team. He's really funny to talk to aside from being an awesome lawyer!

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Alan Spears's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Alan. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Jon Pettis

Unknown lawyer | Apr 12

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"If I were facing the death penalty, I'd call Alan."

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Daniel Smith

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 15

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Where do I start? Alan is a extraordinary lawyer in so many ways. His presence in court is dominating and captivating. His knowledge of the law is only matched by his ability to recall it all in the heat of battle. This man has tried more capital cases than most "trial lawyers" have tried any type of case. I have tried a case with a co-defendant and he was remarkable. I cannot give him the kind of credit he deserves. The Captain is a true lawyer that legends are made of."

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Jon Pettis

DUI and DWI lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.4 (Very Good)

Honors

N/A

Certificate of Appreciation for Pro Tem Judicial Service, San Bernardino Superior Court

Associations

2022 - Present

International Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

The People of the State of California

Highly Successful Capital Murder Trial Lawyer

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Education

1975

California Southern LS

Juris Doctor

1971

Western State University College of Law

Bachelor of Science in Law

1969

San Bernardino Valley College

Associate of Arts

Publications

1996

Landfall Legalese: The Caribbean Customs and Immigration Protocols

1996

Drug Testing Drug Testing Laws Pertaining to Mariners

1995

Landfall Legalese: The Pacific Customs and Immigration Protocols

Languages

English

Cantonese

Spanish

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