Sarah Elizabeth Powell

Sarah Elizabeth Powell

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 20 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at San Bernardino, CA
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Personal Injury, Criminal Defense

306 W. 2nd Street, Suite 202, San Bernardino, CA

About Sarah

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

DUI and DWI 34%

Misdemeanor/Felony DUI, Vehicular Manslaughter, Hit and Run

20 years

34%
Criminal Defense 33%

Theft, Forgery, Burglary, Shoplifting, Trespass, Drunk in Public, Solicitation, etc.

33%
Personal Injury 33%

Catastrophic injury, Brain injury, Trucking Litigation, Motor Vehicle Collision Litigation, Dangerous Condition of Public Property

20 years

33%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 20 years

State: California

Acquired: 2006

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Bullard & Powell, APC

306 W. 2nd Street, Suite 202, San Bernardino, CA, 92401

Bullard & Powell, APC

15437 Anacapa Road, Suite 2, Victorville, CA, 92392

Bullard & Powell, APC

8303 Haven Avenue, Rancho Cucamonga, CA, 91730

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Sarah Elizabeth Powell's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

64 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Posted by Jade Perez | February 22, 2016 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Simply Amazing

I Cant even start explaining the calming feeling that came over me after speaking with Sarah... I had called her scared and nervous for not knowing the consequences of my citation. She emediately comforted me and let me know everything was going to be ok and explained how the law really works... She... took my citation and emediately started bringing my cheous to total calmness,filling me with trust in her whole heartedly... her patience and the professionalism she had handling my case were outstanding.. I called her when I was a nervous wreck and with many,many questions which she answered them all... For me she is amazing and I would hire her blindly on the spot anytime and I will recommend her and anyone to her,at anytime and for any case.. Thank You So Much Sarah PowelI. I am TRULLY grateful!!!

Posted by Christopher | August 21, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Awesome

Sarah gave me hope again. Everyone told me that I would have to go through this alone. I called Sarah and she made me feel better about my case. Sarah went and kicked butt on my behalf I was so happy. She was able to remove the hold on my driver license and dismiss my case. Thanks Sarah you are a god...send. Thanks for everything.

Posted by mario martinez | February 13, 2015 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

GOT LAWYER??

Have you ever been in a situation where you have a misdemeanor felony n warrant for driving w/no driver license :( ??? i stop paying a ticket that later turn into a felony!i decided to call Ms.sarah powell n ask for her help! next day an appointee was set up! i notice a very p...roffesional knowledgeable person when she star talking to me!i came out of her office w my warrant gone ! Good n fair fees Trust n very professional team! i highly recommend Ms sarah powell n all her team. thank you so much again for this .

Posted by Katherine | June 09, 2012 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Excellent hard working attorney

Ms. Powell represented me for a traffic violation. She was early to appear, very professional, had all the paperwork on the radar guns, and got me the best possible outcome. I was extremely impressed by how personable she was. I believe her positive interactions with the prosecuting officers h...elped me with this case. I highly recommend her.

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Sarah Elizabeth Powell's Lawyer Endorsements

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William Shapiro

General practice lawyer | Jun 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Sarah is an exceptionally talented lawyer, knowledgeable, bright and filled with conviction. She is compassionate and dedicated to her clients always wanting to do the right thing. I have enjoyed working with her on several cases finding excitement and willingness to work being two more of Sarah's great qualities."

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Jeffrey Bullard

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Excellent attorney. Aggressive and gets results. Also handles civils matters and is as tenacious in civil court as she is in criminal court."

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James Dickinson

Unknown lawyer | May 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Sarah champions causes for persons who've been injured or wronged. I endorse this lawyer."

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David Beyersdorf

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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David Leicht

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jul 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Ms. Powell for a few years now in the Victorville Court. She knows the local system and does a great job taking care of her clients."

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Aaron Hicks

Personal injury lawyer | May 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Sarah is an extremely bright and compassionate lawyer, who works tirelessly to obtain the best results for her clients. I regularly consult with her on cases and would highly recommend her to anyone on both civil and criminal cases."

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Mariana Hanna

Criminal defense lawyer | May 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Sarah is an excellent attorney. I have had the pleasure of seeing her at work. She is not only extremely knowledgeable but also honest, kind, and dependable!"

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Ronald Powell

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Sarah is an excellent attorney, well versed in all aspects of the law. Sarah is always prepared and will give you her all"

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Peter Marek

DUI and DWI lawyer | Dec 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"9 years of practicing law is experienced. Knowledge of both DUI law and procedure is excellent and evident in her pro bono contributions. Client reviews are stellar. READ THEM! If you are in or near San Bernardino give her a call for a consultation,"

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Janet Latourette

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have worked with Sarah in the past and she is an excellent attorney. She is very knowledgeable in her practice areas, dedicated and committed to providing quality service to her clients."

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Roderick Daly

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 22

Relationship: Co-worker

"Sarah possesses excellent legal knowledge and skill, both in the criminal and civil arenas. She infuses her work with passion, that allows her to be a truly effective advocate for her clients. She has been a great mentor to me and I wholeheartedly endorse her."

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Brian Bayati

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I know Sarah as a fellow attorney in the community. I've seen her in court and know of her ability to zealously advocate for her clients. Sarah is a talented and dedicated attorney; and, therefore, I endorse her as a colleague and capable attorney!"

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Anne Chen

Unknown lawyer | Jun 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have had the pleasure of working with Sarah as an attorney for several years and found her to be a zealous advocate for her clients. She is knowledgable about the law and how it pertains to her cases. Sarah is an attorney of action and obtains great results for her clients. I endorse this attorney."

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Alicia Freeze

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 12

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Sarah is a comprehensive, sharp, and effective litigator in both the criminal and civil realms of the legal field. Ms. Powell is well-respected in the legal communityy and a go-to choice when it comes to a trustworthy, honest, and hardworking attorney. Sarah is not only a stellar advocate, but a fun loving woman. I admire and rely on Sarah as a mentor and friend."

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Andrei Lapine

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Sarah has a commanding presence in the courtroom that serves her clients well. Anybody facing criminal charges in Southern California would be in good hands with Sarah Powell."

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Neil Shouse

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Sarah is one of the top lawyers in the Inland Empire, and does excellent work in both her criminal defense and civil practice. She is one of the few criminal defense lawyers who is truly good at law and motion work, a fact that sets her apart. She gets very good results for her clients."

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Eric Hunt

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Sarah is an extremely talented lawyer, who treats each of her clients with the upmost respect that they deserve. Sarah takes the time that is needed with each of her clients, researching all issues and providing an agressive defense."

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Stacey Wolcott

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I can confidently endorse this lawyer. She is an aggressive attorney and achieves outstanding results for her clients. Throughout the time I have known Sarah I have known her to be a dedicated and hardworking attorney."

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Scot Neudorff

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 08

Relationship: Co-worker

"I have known and enjoyed working with Ms. Powell for many years. Throughout the time working with Sarah I have always been extremely impressed with the dedication, effort, knowledge, and skill that she puts forth in everything that she does. I would highly recommend Ms. Powell as an attorney to anyone who needs legal assistance, whether it was a criminal or civil matter!"

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Steven York

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 24

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Sarah is a first rate attorney that gets results. I have worked with her on a number of cases and always found her to be professional, capable and best of all reliable. I would recommend Sarah to anyone facing criminal charges."

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Christine Galustians

Criminal defense lawyer

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James Dickinson

Criminal defense lawyer

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Brian Skibby

Criminal defense lawyer

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David Leicht

Criminal defense lawyer

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Nicola Fitzgerald

Criminal defense lawyer

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Aaron Hicks

Personal injury lawyer

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James Madden

Criminal defense lawyer

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Ronald Powell

Criminal defense lawyer

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Roderick Daly

Criminal defense lawyer

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Lorena Slomanson

General practice lawyer

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Nancy Siccama

Litigation lawyer

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Anne Chen

General practice lawyer

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Brian Bayati

Family lawyer

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Aaron Turner

Criminal defense lawyer

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Philip Greenberg

Criminal defense lawyer

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Alicia Freeze

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jeffrey Moore

Criminal defense lawyer

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Scot Neudorff

Criminal defense lawyer

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Raymond Mistica

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Janet Latourette

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2016

Client Choice Award, AVVO

2016

NHTSA Standardized Field Sobriety Tests Certified, La Pier & Associates

2016

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2016

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2015

Client Choice Award, AVVO

2015

President's Pro Bono Service Award, State Bar of California

2015

Lawyer of Distinction, Lawyers of Distinction

2014

Pro Bono Honors, Legal Aid Association of California

2014

Client Choice Award, AVVO

2012

Client Choice Award, AVVO

2011

Longest Drive - Golf Tournament, San Bernardino County Bar Association

2011

Donkey Trophy, San Bernardino County Bar Association

2010

Longest Drive Golf Tournament, San Bernardino County Bar Association

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Founding Partner, Bullard and Powell

2008 - 2014

Senior Attorney, The Law Offices of Michael A. Scafiddi, Inc.

2006 - 2008

Associate Attorney, Cihigoynetche, Grossberg & Clouse

Associations

2012 - Present

Consumer Attorneys of Inland Empire

Member

2011 - Present

Hon. Joseph B. Campbell American Inn of Court

Member

2011 - Present

Consumer Attorneys of California

Member

2008 - Present

San Bernardino County Bar Association

Member

2008 - Present

Legal Aid Society-San Bernardino

Volunteer Attorney

2007 - Present

United States District Court for the Central District of California

Memeber

2006 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2006 - Present

State Bar of California

Member

2006 - Present

Fourth Circuit Court of Appeal

Member

2001 - Present

Phi Alpha Delta

Member

2017 - 2020

San Bernardino County Bar Association

Board of Directors

2015 - 2019

Teddy Bear Tymes Preschool

Board Member

2013 - 2015

Consumer Attorneys of California

Attorney Liaison Team

2002 - 2003

International Law Association - TJSL

Vice President

Sample of Legal Cases

V.S. v. J.J., et al.

Resolved - Policy Limits

R.Q. v. J.R. - San Bernardino Superior Court - Central District

Resolved - Policy Limits

V. T. v. D. V. - San Bernardino Superior Court - Central District

Resolved - Policy Limits

A.M. v. O.P. - San Bernardino Superior Court - Central District

Resolved - Policy Limits

Poeple v. M.D.

Reduced to an infraction.

People v. L.P. - San Bernardino Superior Court

Reduced from felony

People v. R.V. - Victorville Superior Court

Case Not Filed.

People v. J.S. - Victorville Superior Court

Dismissed

People v. B.K. - Rancho Cucamonga Superior Court

DMV - Won; Court - Case Reduced.

People v. C.O. - Victorville Superior Court

Case dismissed./DMV won.

People v. I.H. - Riverside Superior Court - Main District

Dismissed

People v. P.S. - San Bernardino Superior Court

Case Dismissed

People v. A. W. - Joshua Tree Superior Court

Case Dismissed

People v. M.B. - Victorville Superior Court

Dismissed.

People v. A.B. - San Bernardino County - Central District

Dismissed.

People v. R.S. - Victorville Superior Court

Acquitted.

People v. B.R. - San Bernardino Superior Court - Central District

Dismissed

People v. M.M. - San Bernardino County - Central District

Dismissed

People v. John Doe - San Bernardino Superior Court - Central District

Dismissed

People v. John Doe - San Bernardino Superior Court - Rancho Cucamonga

Dismissed

Jane & John Doe v. Trucking Company - Riverside Superior Court - Palm Springs

Settled - $1,815,000

Jane Doe v. John Doe - San Bernardino Superior Court - Central District/LA Bankruptcy Court

Judgment for Plaintiff

John Doe v. Bus Company - San Bernardino Superior Court - Central District

Settled - $1,500,000

People v. H.G./DMV v. H.G. - Riverside Superior Court - Main District

Reduced/Set Aside

U.S. v. J.Y. - U.S. District Court - Riverside

Dismissed

People v. John Doe - San Bernardino Superior Court - Victorville District

Dismissed

John & Jane Doe v. Governmental Entity, et al. - Riverside Superior Court - Main District

Settled - $1,100,000

DMV v. K.N. - San Bernardino Driver Safety

Set Aside

DMV v. M.L. - San Bernardino Driver Safety

Set Aside

3 Minors v. Trucking Company - San Bernardino Superior Court - Central District

Settled - $1,000,000

People v. N.P/Jane Doe v. John Doe - Riverside Superior Court - Main District

Dismissed/Settled

John Doe v. Construction Company - Riverside Superior Court - Main District

Settled - $1,000,000

People v. S.E./S.E. v. Governmental Entity - San Bernardino Superior Court - Joshua Tree District

Dismissed/Settled

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Education

2003

Thomas Jefferson School of Law

Juris Doctor

2000

University of California - Santa Barbara

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2016

Legal Aid Society

Post Conviction Relief - Reductions and Expungements

2015

Legal Week

The Ins and Outs of DUIs

2014

Legal Aid Society

Post-Conviction Relief

2014

Legal Aid Society

The Struggles of Pro Bono Work

2014

Hon. Joseph B. Campbell American Inn of Court

SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY LEGAL AID: Where it is going, and how the local bar can help it accomplish its objectives.”

2013

Hon. Joseph B. Campbell American Inn of Court

Lost in Translation: Effective Use of Translators in Court

2010

Small Firm Practice Section

Civil Ramifications of Criminal Matters

Publications

2015

2014

Bulletin of the San Bernardino Bar Association "A Betrayal of Trust" - Satterwhite v. Elliott

Languages

English

Activity

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