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Biography
From the beginning Dorinda has had a passion for defending others. Since graduating in the top 15% of her class from the prestigious University of Washington in 1987, she has become admitted to the bar in 4 different states: Washington, South Dakota, Minnesota, and California. In almost 30 years of practicing law she has served in different capacities, with criminal law and defending civil rights becoming her forte, as well as taking on contracts as a public defender. She has also inspired others with her passion as a law teacher for more than 8 years at the Brandman University and Columbia College.
In 2015, Dorinda was named by Palm Springs Life magazine as one of the Coachella Valley Top Lawyers in the criminal defense category. She loves what she does and will work tirelessly to make sure that you have the best representation in and out of the courtroom.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Civil Rights
25%
38 years
Criminal Defense
25%
38 years
Litigation
20%
38 years
Personal Injury
20%
38 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in California for 17 years
State: California
Acquired: 2008
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2019
Licensed in Minnesota for 32 years
State: Minnesota
Acquired: 1993
Licensed in Washington for 38 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 1987
Location
Myers Law Office
77530 Enfield Ln Ste H1, Palm Desert, CA, 92211-0406
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Dorinda Jo Myers's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 13 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Eduardo | September 15, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Russian roulette w/this one
I wouldn’t hire her again. I mean unless you think 2 strikes a good deal for a first time offense. She won’t defend you and she’ll show up looking like she got her outfit at thrift store.
Posted by anonymous | November 13, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Disbarred!
Attorney Profile for State Bar of California Dorinda Jo Myers #257503 Address: PO Box 1701, Idyllwild, CA 92549-1701 License Status, Disciplinary and Administrative History 3/3/2019 Discipline, probation; no actual susp. 17-O-05575 7/16/2018 Disciplinary charges filed in State...
Posted by Daniel | January 15, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Previous lawyer dropped the ball, Dorinda picked it up and ran with it...
Dorinda was a huge sigh of relief for me. I had an unusual situation that required an immediate attention, as well as new representation. Dorinda stepped in and finished the case. She was amazing and very professional. I felt comfortable with her taking my case and seeing it through to the end. I hig...
Posted by Chris | October 1, 2015 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
A quick Success!
I was immediately uplifted when I met Dorinda for a consultation. She made me feel comfertable and went forward with having her represnt me as my attorney. Her great work on my case resulted in a quick dismissal from the other party. Dorindas work proved an exceptional outcome for me.
Dorinda Myers
Replied last October 1, 2015Chris: Thanks for trusting me with your legal needs. Always nice to see justice prevail.
Posted by Kevin | September 8, 2015 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great Experience!
I went round and round with other attorneys who just brushed me off, saying my chances were little to none of recouping any of my investment loss. Dorinda took my case and reached an agreeable settlement without having to go to court.
Dorinda Myers
Replied last September 9, 2015Kevin: Thanks for trusting me to help you to recoup your investment.
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"Attorney Dorinda Myers is the consummate professional. I've reviewed her answers here on AVVO and always find them to be excellent. Recently, I had the pleasure of consulting with her regarding a matter in her community and she could not have been more helpful. Next time I need a lawyer in Palm Desert, I'll be calling her first."
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Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2019.
Discipline, Probation; no Actual Suspension issued in CA, 2019
updated on 07/22/2019This sanction means the attorney had a suspension placed on hold (and ultimately removed) by complying with certain requirements.
Honors
2015
2015 Coachella Valley's Top Lawyers, Palm Springs Life Magazine
2015
Top Contributor, Avvo
2015
"10 Best" Attorneys for California for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys
Work Experience
2008 - Present
Attorney, Myers Law Office
2005 - 2007
Executive Director, California Health Collaborative - Fresno Healthy Kids Program
2003 - 2005
Program Officer, California Endowment
2000 - 2003
Executive Director, Kings County Children and Families Commission
1998 - 2000
Director of Planning and Resource Development, Kings Community Action Organization
1995 - 1998
Attorney, Law Offices of Boos & Ohnstad
1994 - 1995
Executive Director, City of Ortonville Economic Development Authority
1992 - 1994
Attorney, Law Offices of Ronald R. Frauenshuh, Jr.
1987 - 1990
Attorney, Internal Revenue Office
Associations
2015 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2014 - Present
Warren-Slaughter Chapter of Inns of CourtsMember
2013 - Present
Desert Bar AssociationMember
2008 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Gunnar Ohnstad vs. City of Hanford, et al.
Settlement in favor of client
Education
1987
University of Washington School of Law
JD/MBA - Juris Doctorate and MBA
1982
University of California - Davis
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2015
Warren Slaughter-Richard Roemer American Inn of Court
Introducing Electronic Evidence
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can you sue the postal office for giving out your personal info such and full name and address?
07 Nov 2015
Q&A
Background check after Diversion (DEJ) program??
08 Nov 2015
Q&A
Can a police officer record our conversation without my consent and lie about what I said in the state of California
06 Nov 2015