Alisha A. Wood

Alisha A. Wood

5.0
Rating: 9.3

Licensed for 14 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at San Diego, CA
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense, Immigration ... +2 more

3990 Old Town Ave, Suite B109, San Diego, CA

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DUI and DWI 40%

11 years

40%
Federal Crime 15%

11 years

15%

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 14 years

State: California

Acquired: 2011

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Law Offices of Alisha A. Wood

3990 Old Town Ave, Suite B109, San Diego, CA, 92110

Law Offices of Alisha A. Wood

701 Palomar Airport Rd, Suite #300, Carlsbad, CA, 92011

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Alisha A. Wood's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

55 Client Reviews

Showing 11 - 15 of 21 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by anonymous | November 11, 2015 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Great lawyer

The evening after my DUI arrest I realized I am in serious trouble. Friend of mine recommended me Alisha Wood and I can say this was a great choice. Alisha and her co-worker Carmen are young energetic and super nice people and mainly, 100% professionals. They know exactly what they are doing and are ...very efficient. With speeding and having .17 BAC I was facing serious consequences including jail time, loosing my license for many months, installation of car ignition interlock device in my car for up to a year (that, I learned, includes installation, calibration and monthly rental fees) and several days of public work service. None of that happened thanks to Alisha. From the beginning they let you feel that you are in good hands, which I think is extremely important. Every meeting with Alisha and Carmen was a pleasure and in spite of discussing serious matters, the time spent in the office was enjoyable and reassuring. While I have not completed all the court requirements yet, it seems that the worst time is in the past. I ended up with 3 mo DUI program, court fee (of course) , 30 days of hard suspension and 6 mo restricted driver license (and of course RS-22 insurance for 3 years (not that bad...)). Well, it is a lesson, but looking back it could have been much worse. Mainly, during all that time I had a peace of mind , so I could focus on my family and work. Well worth the money...Thank you Alisha and Carmen!

Posted by Mario | December 23, 2014 | DUI & DWI

DUI case

I was very pleased how Alisha Wood handled my case. It was my first arrest for a DUI and it was a very stressful few days leading up to my meeting with Alisha Wood and the rest of the Casey and Wood team. I was able to explain exactly what happened to me on the evening of my incident so they could gi...ve me an accurate assessment of the potential outcomes. Due to the fact that it was my first offense and my BAC was relatively low(but still above the legal driving limit), they said that there was a possibility for a the judge to rule it down to a wet reckless charge. The key with the entire team was to be proactive on my end so if any documentation or other information was needed from me, I had to be sure to be prompt. This in turn helped them move the case along and meet court and DMV hearings. Alisha specifically put me at ease when I needed to meet in their office to give a recorded statement to my car insurance company regarding the events that led to the arrest. Alisha was there every step of the way to guide me in talking to the adjuster. The judge ruled my case to be a wet reckless. Although I still have to attend DUI classes and pay lesser court fees, I am not responsible for any community service hours. I was very pleased with the Alisha, as well as the entire team at Casey and Wood. Although, I do not wish this process on anyone, I do know that it is a reality and I would highly recommend them if I ever find a friend or family member that has made a poor decision like myself and needs an attorney. In addition, everyone on the team was prompt with me when I sent an email or called them. And they had no problems answering questions or repeating themselves when I was in doubt.

Posted by Anthony | November 24, 2014 | DUI & DWI

Very lucky to have in your corner fighting for you! Highly recommend!

So I got myself into an unfortunate situation involving drinking and driving (twice the limit), and a car accident with an unoccupied parked vehicle. This was my first offense. After being booked and going to jail I was able to make bail and figured I needed to seek legal counsel to for assistance as... I put my career into serious jeopardy with this issue. I interviewed several attorneys throughout San Diego and all based on recommendations from people who had or knew someone who had a DUI. I wasn't comfortable with any of the interviews I had gone to. A fellow college alumni advised me to contact Casey & Wood and said I wouldn’t be sorry. I contacted the firm and first spoke to one of the associates who provided me with some great information and put my nerves at ease over all the trouble I had dealing with other firms in San Diego regarding my case. I scheduled an appointment at their office to meet with one of the attorneys. I met with Mr. Casey for what was probably about 20 minutes. I provided him with all the information regarding my case and he felt there was a good chance at possibly lessening some charges but of course no promises were made. I was told the fee I would be charged if I decided to hire them as my legal counsel. I wasn’t focused so much on the fee I was being charged as I felt it was very reasonable and again my experience with them over the phone was most assuring and pleasant. Also meeting Mr. Casey in person, I really appreciated that he didn't make false promises, he gave it to me straight which is really what I wanted, needed and appreciated hearing. Ever since I retained Casey & Wood, their office has been the best resource and guide for me throughout the whole ordeal. I have some understanding of how the legal process works I know things don’t happen overnight and ultimately they wouldn’t hear much from me unless they needed me to do something. If I was called or emailed I would be in touch immediately and do whatever was asked as quickly as possible. They made me feel like I was their first priority so I wanted to return the favor and I made myself available to do whatever was asked of me. Again, I really felt like the entire office cared about me and my case. With all their hard work they wrapped up my case quickly and were able to secure a very good deal on my behalf. I am beyond happy that they were able to do this especially with the holidays fast approaching and the new year coming up. This quote below I feel expresses and summarizes what this law firm has done for me. (“If you have made mistakes, even serious ones, there is always another chance for you. What we call failure is not the falling down, but the staying down.” — Mary Pickford) Casey & Wood, LLP helped bring me up after I had a bad fall. The entire office did an excellent job on helping me with my case, they exceeded all expectations. I appreciate everything they did for me. I cannot reiterate how much Casey & Wood, LLP has helped me through this ordeal. I give them my highest recommendation. If you or your family and or friends are facing criminal charges, please don’t hesitate for a moment and secure the best possible legal counsel that you can. Casey & Wood, LLP has the experience, track record and reputation as the best for a reason.

Posted by Steffany | October 20, 2014 | DUI & DWI

Best DUI Attorney in San Diego!

I could not be more happy with the service Casey and Wood provided me! I had Ms. Alisha Wood, Ms. Courtney Reimers and Ms. Lauren Angelos working with me and making sure I was well informed during the entire process. Anytime I needed them, they were there. They did very well at promptly responding to... emails and calls. After retaining them, they pretty much did everything for me! I never went to court. The outcome was so much better than I ever imagined it would be. They let me know when the court dates were and I received an email the same day explaining what happened in detail and if I needed to do anything. If you are looking for a DUI attorney, you can stop looking now, you found the best. I would recommend Ms. Wood, Ms. Reimer, and Ms. Angelos to anyone!

Posted by Erik | September 15, 2014 | DUI & DWI

Outstanding Lawyer.

I received a DUI with a B.A.C of 0.18 and hit a concrete barrier so I was charged with DUI/Hit and Run. After a lot of research I found that Casey and Woods had the best reviews and reputation of fighting for you. Plus the added fact that all they handle is DUI cases was important to me so I went a...head and hired them and I do not regret that I did. Alisha is a remarkable person and lawyer for what she has accomplished. Along with her team of Matt Springmeyer and Carmen Galvan they were able to get my Hit and Run dropped, The high B.A.C. suppressed and although the prosecutor wanted a Interlocking device for more then a year they were able to work out no Interlocking device in which I am trully grateful for so I don't have to be reminded everytime I drive of the mistake I made. Another benefit was that I never had to show up in court they represented for me and kept me up to date of what was going on. Thank You Alisha, Matt and Carmen I'm very grateful for all the hard work and effort you put in my case.

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Alisha A. Wood's Lawyer Endorsements

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Somair Alam

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Alisha is an exceptional criminal defense attorney whose reputation speaks for itself. Recommended with complete confidence."

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Ross Russell

Unknown lawyer | Apr 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kerry Steigerwalt

Immigration lawyer | Mar 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Ernest Lee

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Alisha Wood is a superb attorney who has built a substantial law practice. She has achieved this feat through hard work and skill. Ms. Wood thoroughly knows the law and is an excellent litigator. Moreover, she has a hard work ethic that few can rival and none I have seen can surpass. With these combined skills and more, there is no wonder why clients flock to her for help with their legal needs. I feel extremely honored to know Ms. Wood and I most heartily give her my highest endorsement."

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Marisa Commerford

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Polished advocate for her clients. A true professional."

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Kevin Parris

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Alisha Wood quickly demonstrated to me that she values her clients on a personal level. Her commitment to her clients is apparent from the consistently positive results she obtains. She excels when faced with difficult and contentious matters and knows how to get results. She is tough, hardworking, and highly professional. She truly goes above and beyond in her legal practice and would be an invaluable asset to anyone in need of her services."

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Travis Newton

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Howard Williams

DUI and DWI lawyer | Feb 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Alisha is superb. She goes out of her way to get her clients the help they need. Extremely effective in getting the job done!"

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Matthew Easton

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Alisha is a skillful, unflinching advocate for her clients. She ethically ensures that they always receive the best defense possible. I am proud to consider her a colleague."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Jan 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Peter Marek

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Alisha. Read her stellar reviews. It's all about what the clients think and they respect and admire her. Schedule a consultation."

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Robert Beckerman

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 13

Relationship: Friend

"I seriously recommend Ms. Wood to anyone in need. She is one of the most passionate, hard-working and dedicated attorneys out there. She cares about her clients and is completely committed to obtaining the best possible results for them. People make mistakes. Ms. Wood truly understands this and will help anyone through their difficult times."

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Vanessa Natividad

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Ms. Wood is an impressive and brilliant attorney. She is a creative problem-solver, well organized, and has an incredible work ethic. Her interpersonal skills make her very affable. Furthermore, it enables clients to feel at ease even in the worse of circumstances. Ms. Wood performs well under pressure and performs her work competently and diligently. Ms. Wood’s significant experience in criminal defense has provided her with the necessary legal, procedural, and practical understanding and expertise necessary to successfully provide representation to her clients. Her understanding of the nuances of her area of practice makes her an astute and effective advocate."

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Candace Arroyo

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Alisha A. Wood is a top notch attorney. She fights with integrity and is above the rest in providing justice for her clients. She is a tremendous resource for her clients due to her experience and work ethic."

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Ryan Ellis

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"The word "endorse" does not seem to be enough to praise Ms. Wood and her work. I have known Alisha for a while, and she is not simply "good" at what she does. She has all of the characteristics of an EXCELLENT lawyer - she is creative, smart and legally strong - fighting and advocating for her clients at all times. Alisha doesn't take "no" for an answer and gets what every client seeks in an attorney - RESULTS."

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Lauren Angelos

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly recommend Ms. Wood. Handling matters in both Federal and State Court, as well as at the Department of Motor Vehicles, she has a superior understanding of legal and administrative issues. As the only California State Delegate of the National College of DUI Defense (NCDD), she is frequently sought out to provide guidance to those in both the local legal community and throughout the nation. I would not hesitate to retain her services."

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G. Cole Casey

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I cannot say enough good things about Alisha Wood, which is precisely why I made her a partner in my firm She is a lawyer that other lawyers look up to, and I am continually asked by other lawyers, "how did she pull THAT off", when referring to the results she obtains for her clients. She is a first class lawyer."

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Matthew Springmeyer

DUI and DWI lawyer | Oct 24

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Alisha is an superb attorney with an excellent work ethic. She is brilliant and her persuasive abilities are exceptional."

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Marcelino Lopez

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I had the opportunity to meet Attorney Wood at a National DUI Seminar held at Harvard Law School in the summer of 2013. Attorney Wood was in my small group session and I got to see first hand her trial skills. Her compassion, experience and knowledge left me very impressed. It is without hesitation I recommend Attorney Wood to anyone facing DUI charges."

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Ernest Lee

Personal injury lawyer

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Kevin Parris

Estate planning lawyer

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Marisa Commerford

Sexual harassment lawyer

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Matthew Easton

Personal injury lawyer

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Lauren Angelos

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Ryan Ellis

Business lawyer

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Candace Arroyo

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer

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Robert Beckerman

Personal injury lawyer

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Vanessa Natividad

Contracts and agreements lawyer

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Matthew Springmeyer

DUI and DWI lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.3 (Superb)

Honors

2016

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2016

10 Best for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys

2015

Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers

2015

10 Best Under 40, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys

2014

Law Firm of the Month, Attorney Journal

2013

San Diego County Top Young Attorney Award, San Diego Daily Transcript

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Owner, Law Offices of Alisha A. Wood

2013 - 2015

Managing Partner, Casey & Wood, LLP

2011 - 2013

Attorney, Law Offices Of G. Cole Casey, A.P.L.C.

2009 - 2010

Law Clerk, Orange County District Attorney's Office

2008 - 2009

Law Clerk, Orange County Legal Aid

Associations

2014 - Present

DUI Defense Lawyers Association

Founding Member

2013 - Present

National College of DUI Defense

California Delegate

2011 - Present

San Diego County Bar Association

Attorney Member

2011 - Present

Lawyers Club

Attorney Member

2011 - Present

California DUI Lawyers Association

Attorney Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Second Offense DUI .25% BAC

Successfully negotiated case down to a simple Drunk in Public. No custody, no probation violation, reopened DMV administrative hearing.

Felony Battery and Resisting, DUI with Refusal

Misdemeanor 1st offense DUI, dropped Refusal. Felony Battery and Resisting dropped to PC415, Disturbing the Peace.

Serious Hit and Run with Extensive Damage

Client pled guilty to an infraction for failing to stop at a stop sign, VC22450.

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Education

2012

La Pier & Associates

NHTSA/SFST Training

2010

Whittier College School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2010

Whittier College School of Law

Fellowship

2005

University of Arkansas - Fayetteville

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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