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

About Alisha

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Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

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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Location

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 16 - 20 of 21 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Shawn | September 01, 2014 | DUI & DWI

The Embodiment of Professionalism

Cole Casey and Alisha Wood are hands down the law firm to consult when charged with a DUI in San Diego. From my first phone call to the office where I described my situation, to the free consultation provided through the firm, everyone involved along the way was extremely professional, courteous and... most of all very knowledgeable. Without going into great detail of the exact charges, I will say I was charged with Driving Under the Influence and two other very serious charges which stemmed from the DUI charge, possible felony charges. Mister Cole Casey listened with great concern during our free consultation meeting and asked me to go into as much detail as possible. At the end, he said without promising anything, (as anyone will tell you to never trust a lawyer that promises an outcome) he said he felt very confident they would be able to get the additional charges dropped altogether and would most likely get the DUI charge down to a Wet and Reckless or best case scenario, reckless driving. At this point I felt comfortable with retaining Casey and Woods as my representatives in the court of law. I worked with Alisha Wood, Carmen Galvan and Matt Springmeyer moving forward. I was astonished at the fluidity of their communication and they made me feel as relaxed and calm as possible with the severity of the charges I was facing. Ultimately, they were able to work a plea deal with the prosecution and obtain a Wet and Reckless charge, with all other charges dropped - an amazing outcome considering the evidence the prosecution had against me. Anytime I called or sent an email I received a reply that same day, usually within an hour or so. Basically once I obtained the services of Casey and Wood, I felt much more at ease with the entire situation and literally didn't have to do anything as far as any work on the case. When any information was needed, someone from the firm would call or email weeks in advance to give me ample time to get the proper documentation in their possession. Now that we got the best possible result and wrapped everything up in court, they still answer all my questions whenever reach out and are focusing on getting the Wet and Reckless expunged from my record within the next year or two. The level of commitment Alisha and team show really is refreshing this day in age when it seems like most people are just treated as a case number, I feel like they truly care about me and have my best interest at heart at all times, I am person to Alisha and Cole, not just a case number. I am extremely grateful for everything they did and continue to do for me. Let me put this plan and simple - RETAIN CASEY AND WOOD IF YOU ARE CHARGED WITH A DUI IN SAN DIEGO.

Posted by Denise | August 31, 2014 | DUI & DWI

“Just when you think it can't get any worse, it can. And just when you think it can't get any better, it can!"

My family and I were in CA on vacation. We were having a great time, playing with the kids in the sand, swimming in the ocean, eating, drinking. I made a terrible mistake to drive my family to dinner later that night. We approached a DUI checkpoint and I was arrested. My charges were excessive DUI an...d child endangerment. I have never been in trouble with the law; I am a great mother, wife and professional. I was in tears, scared, embarrassed and felt extremely lost. I didn’t know what to do, we live in AZ. Thankfully the law firm of Casey & Wood were highly recommended by several attorneys in AZ. After speaking to Alisha regarding my case, I knew immediately she was to “ONE” that would be able to help me. Alisha listened, offered guidance, she was genuinely compassionate, and she reassured me on numerous occasions that their team would work diligently on my case. She didn’t treat me like a criminal or a bad mother. I cried the first day I spoke with her and I cried the day she notified me that my charges for excessive DUI and child endangerment were DROPPED. These were HAPPY tears. She was able to reach plea agreement before my arrangement!!! The team at Casey & Wood are like family, they are kind, compassionate, responsive, honest, and professional, especially Carmen. She is great!! Thanks I really appreciate all your hard work and efforts put into my case.

Posted by Chuck | August 20, 2014 | Criminal Defense

Excellent DUI Resoluation

I hired Alisha Wood and have been extremely pleased with her work. She did an assessment of the whole DUI picture including my medical history. She also encouraged me to keep her informed of the DUI classes and other classes and groups that I was attending. She used all of this information to get t...he charge reduced to a lesser one. This resulted in less penalties and getting my license back quicker. I was kept informed of the progress at all times. The case manager was invaluable in keeping me informed of what was happening in the DMV and court process. I would highly recommend this firm to anyone who is looking for a DUI attorney.

Posted by Ryan | August 04, 2014 | DUI & DWI

2nd DUI no more!

Casey and Wood kept me well informed, were straightforward and results driven. Their experience in DUI cases and knowledge of the dmv ultimately proved to be a success. Im now innocent of a potential seconed dui. I highly recommend Alisha to anyone that feels they have been wrongly convicted. You'll ...get every penny's worth!

Posted by anonymous | November 16, 2013 | DUI & DWI

BEST ATTORNEY IN SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

Thank you, Alisha, for the impeccable handling of my DUI case. Not only did Alisha save me from jail time, but she was able to calm my nerves and preserve my professional license. Alisha, I can't go on enough about how relieved and happy I am to keep my career...Not to mention my whole livelihood! Th...anks for never losing sight of the big picture....Crazy how one's entire life could change after a few cocktails with the work crew... Hire Alisha Wood if you want the best legal team in Southern California. (Alisha slays dragons in the courtroom)! Thanks again, Alisha...

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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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