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Licensed for 19 years
State
CA
Status
Active
Acquired
2003
Updated
12/01/2022
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Law Office of Joseph T. Rhea
777 East Tahquitz Canyon Way
Suite 328
Palm Springs, CA, 92262
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Expungement
Domestic Problem
concentrated marijuana/wax/hash-oil
Excellent Lawyer in Palm Springs, Very Professional
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Work Experience
- Attorney at Law
- Law Office of Joseph T. Rhea
- 2004 - Present
- Deputy Public Defender
- Law Office Of The Public Defender, Riverside County
- 2003 - 2004
Education
- University of San Francisco
- JD - Juris Doctor
- 2003
- Harvard University
- PhD - Doctorate
- 1996
- Harvard University
- A.M.
- 1991
Legal Cases
- John Andrew Jackson, Petitioner on Habeas Corpus
- Jury Verdict Vacated, Sentence of Life Imprisonment Vacated
Associations
- State Bar of California
- Member
- 2003 - Present
- California Public Defenders Association
- Member
- 2003 - Present
- National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
- Member
- 2003 - Present
Languages Spoken
- English
Honors and Awards
- Criminal Defense Lawyer of the Year
- Palm Springs Life Magazine
- 2015
- Criminal Defense Lawyer of the Year
- Palm Springs Life Magazine
- 2014
- Criminal Defense Lawyer of the Year
- Palm Springs Life Magazine
- 2013
Publications
- SAGE Publications
- Multiculturalism in the United States: Current Issues, Contemporary Voices
- 2012
- Harvard University Press
- Race and American Identity
- 1998
Speaking Engagements
- California Bar Association Meeting
- Medical Marijuana Law in California
- 2012
Attorney endorsements
Received
(6)
Given
(1)
Criminal defense Attorney | Nov 17
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I wholeheartedly endorse Joe Rhea. I worked alongside him in the Riverside County criminal courts (I was a public defender, he was a private attorney) and his knowledge and professionalism were top notch. Joe was also one of the premier civil rights attorneys in the area when I was still in the area. Joe will work with you and continue to fight for you throughout the process until he reaches a successful outcome for you. You are in good hands with him."
Criminal defense Attorney | Nov 17
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I have referred Joe a number of clients where the criminal disposition would have serious ramifications on the ultimate immigration outcome. His knowledge and work ethic are impeccable. I recommend him without reservations."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jan 15
Relationship: Co-worker
"I highly endorse Joseph Rhea! I worked with Joe while at the public defender's office. This lawyer is very knowledgeable about the law, and he is a zealous advocate for his clients. Joe is successful at negotiating excellent results and taking cases to trial when the case needs to be litigated. You should contact Joseph Rhea if you are facing criminal charges."
Criminal defense Attorney | Oct 22
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"Joseph is an experienced criminal defense lawyer whom I have referred many clients. Joseph is particularly knowledgeable about cannabis/marijuana laws. I recommend him highly."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jun 11
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse Joe Rhea. He is knowledgeable and compassionate. He has wisely counseled several of my clients. When *I* need a criminal law expert, I turn to Joe myself."
Criminal defense
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