Pauline Erika Villanueva

Pauline Erika Villanueva

5.0
Rating: 9.2

Licensed for 16 years

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

P.O. Box 928493, San Diego, CA

About Pauline

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Appeals 75%

Criminal Appeals.

13 years

75%
Criminal Defense 25%

Appeals and non-trials.

16 years

25%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 16 years

State: California

Acquired: 2009

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Pauline Erika Villanueva

P.O. Box 928493, San Diego, CA, 92192

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Pauline Erika Villanueva's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

1 Client Review

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Posted by Ryan | March 20, 2013

Criminal Defense at it's best

Pauline's aggressiveness and experience are unparalleled. If you've gotten yourself into a jam, she is going to do everything within her power to get you out of it. I highly recommend Pauline's legal skills.

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Pauline Erika Villanueva's Lawyer Endorsements

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Somair Alam

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Michael Leonard

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Pauline is an extremely motivated and skilled criminal defense attorney. With her experience and motivation to get the results she desires she leaves her clients beyond satisfied. Pauline is trustworthy and highly dedicated to her clients."

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Heather Mayer

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Sergio Benavides

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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James Dicks

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Michael Shemtoub

Appeals lawyer | Sep 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Your resume speaks for itself and I consider you a valuable member of the attorney community. I would recommend you to anyone and everyone who needs your services. I whole heartedly endorse this lawyer!"

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Molly Zurflueh

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Pauline is bright, hard-working and thorough. I highly recommend her."

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Christopher Welch

Criminal defense lawyer | May 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I strongly recommend Ms. Villanueva if you are looking for a talented, driven attorney with the heart to go above and beyond for you. Pauline has the tact, personality, and skill to get the results not every attorney is able to achieve."

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Nicole Heeder

Appeals lawyer | May 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Pauline for almost three years. She is a compassionate and aggressive attorney who zealously advocates for her clients. Her knowledge and creativity always shine through in her work."

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Ryan Tegnelia

Criminal defense lawyer | May 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Pauline for several years and have never known her to be anything other than a zealous advocate for her clients. I would recommend Pauline to anyone in need of representation."

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John Mccarthy

Criminal defense lawyer | May 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Pauline is a passionate advocate for her clients. She has an uncanny ability to tap into recent social trends to know what a jury will think and she uses that to her clients' advantage."

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Steven Brody

Criminal defense lawyer | May 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Pauline is an excellent resource. I endorse her for her criminal defense expertise."

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Rivka Israel

Unknown lawyer | Jan 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Scott Hughes

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 07

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I highly recommend Pauline. She is an experienced and professional Criminal Defense Lawyer who always has the client's best interests at heart."

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Melissa Bobrow

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Pauline is an extraordinarily knowledgeable attorney. She works hard at what she does and it shows, she is fantastic."

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David Munoz

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Pauline is a strong advocate and is a great choice for anyone facing criminal charges."

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Ashley Teague

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Pauline is responsible, hardworking and prompt - she is a great attorney. I endorse her."

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Jennifer Morel

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Pauline is a passionate and committed attorney who works tirelessly to help her clients out of very difficult situations. I would recommend Pauline to anyone dealing with a criminal matter."

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Ross Jurewitz

Personal injury lawyer | Sep 14

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer's work. She has worked for me both before and after she was a lawyer. Pauline is extremely hard working and dedicated to her clients. She is very bright and has a good feel for the law and compassion for her clients."

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Steven Brody

Criminal defense lawyer

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Christopher Welch

Criminal defense lawyer

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Logan Quirk

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Melissa Bobrow

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Experience

Rating:  9.2 (Superb)

Work Experience

2010 - Present

Attorney, Law office of Pauline E. Villanueva

2010 - 2010

Deputy Public Defender I (extra-help), Fresno County Public Defender's Office

2009 - 2010

Law Clerk, Jurewitz Law Group

2009 - 2009

Post-Bar clerk, San Diego County Alternate Public Defender's Office

Associations

California Public Defenders Association

California Attorneys for Criminal Justice

San Diego Criminal Defense Bar Association

San Diego County Bar Association

Lawyers Club of San Diego

San Diego Volunteer Lawyer Program

Education

2009

Santa Clara University School of Law

J.D.

2006

University of California - San Diego

BA - Bachelor of Arts Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

Activity

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