Kapesh Vithal Patel

Kapesh Vithal Patel

4.9
Rating: 8.0

Licensed for 18 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Irvine, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Immigration

15615 Alton Parkway, Suite 450, Irvine, CA

About Kapesh

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Free Consultation

$0 first 15 minutes


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Licenses

Licensed in California for 13 years

State: California

Acquired: 2012

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in New York for 18 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2008

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

The Law Offices of Kapesh V. Patel

15615 Alton Parkway, Suite 450, Irvine, CA, 92618

Law Offfices of Kapesh V. Patel

6809 Indiana Avenue, Suite 151, Riverside, CA, 92506

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Kapesh Vithal Patel's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

94 Client Reviews

Showing 21 - 25 of 36 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by anonymous | December 20, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Letter of review and recommendation on services provided

To whomsoever it may concern, It is an absolute pleasure to write a letter of review on services provided by Mr. Kapesh Patel whom I reached out to after getting a 3rd DUI with a violation of probation on the 2nd one within a 10 year period. I have known Mr. Patel (KP) for a couple of years now an...d can confidently say that his clients are his number one priority and he’ll take every step necessary to protect them. Quite simply put - He is that “Go to” lawyer if you are willing to cooperate and take the corrective steps necessary. When I approached KP with my DUI / Violation of probation case I was at a low point fearing a long tenure in jail. I was done with drinking and was hoping I could get away considerably lightly in terms of punishment this one last time. I met with KP and he told me that if I was serious on quitting drinking I should start voluntarily attending AA & make my own attendance sheet. He took time to walk me through the position I had put myself in and was willing to go to battle for me. To me the most important thing was to keep my job. As a lawyer he wasn’t in a position to promise me anything but did ensure me that he would do everything possible to make that happen. This made me feel a little better about the situation and showed that I wasn’t just a statistic or a number to KP. I lived up to my end of the deal by attending meetings, associating myself with AA and getting personal and professional reference letters. After close to an year of working my case, going to court multiple times on my behalf, getting the DA changed when progress was not being made, he got me a job saving deal where I had to take only 3 weeks off of work to do a relatively very small stint in jail followed by a few months of SCRAM alcohol monitoring ankle bracelet. To top it all off, this being something very unique that I experienced having dealt with lawyers in the past, a week after post sentencing he made a follow up call to check in and make sure I was on top of things and whether he could be of any help or guidance. Mr. Patel is an excellent lawyer, very knowledgeable of how things work and very importantly treats his clients like he is going to battle for a member of his own family. I recommend him to anyone who finds themselves in a tough position and willing to work with an attorney to come to a reasonable solution that won’t be too taxing on themselves.

Posted by Nathan | December 01, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Super personable & knowledgeable attorney

I engaged Kapesh V Patel to represent my wife and I in an immigration based matter for my greencard. KP was super responsive throughout the whole process and would get generally back to me within 24 hours. From our first meeting with KP we felt right at ease - he was easy to talk to and clearly kno...wledgeable on the subject. KP gave us a list of everything we needed to compile and we got to it. We had a fairly complicated application due to multiple financial sponsors, which KP managed with ease. He went over every document meticulously and asked us to re-scan documents that were “not-professional” enough for his high standards. The application was submitted and I had my greencard in hand 127 days later. This is incredibly fast by any measure. His fees are very reasonable and I would happily recommend his services (certainly for immigration matters).

Posted by April | July 29, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

My Lawyer for life

I want to recognize that KP is a fantastic lawyer. He not only helped me with my QDRO, he also helped me with an old citation issue which turned into a warrant. This was a scary situation for me and I have never been in trouble with the law before. KP guided me through this and helped in every way... he could. He was in constant communication with me and always kept me informed. Anytime I had questions they were answered. I am very lucky to have gotten in touch with him and I now have a lifelong lawyer in case I need one. I would highly recommend him for any assistance you need. Before this I never needed a lawyer, but when I did I was thankful that I was able to find him. When you get paperwork you cannot understand due to the court talk and legal paperwork, it is a sigh of relief when you know someone is there for you to guide you through these difficult matters, and that is Kapesh Petal…….

Posted by Luis | October 16, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Thank you

I was referred to attorney Kapesh Patel by a good work buddy of mine. At the time, I was trying to become a US Citizen (my prior application had been rejected). KP (Kapesh) was nothing like I thought an attorney to be. Real down to earth and easy to talk to. He handled my citizenship application with... no problem (and it was a little tricky) and I thought so highly of him, that I began referring him to my friends and family, and I am not going to refer just anyone. He then proceeded to handle my wife's papers for a green card. He asked for stuff I would never think of and the bottle line is that he got her the green card. I really recommend attorney KP for anyone who needs a lawyer for immigration or criminal defense or family law cases. He's good at what he does and I really didn't need to write him a review. My review of him is me referring him to anyone who needs a lawyer no matter what area of the law they need it. He's honest, intelligent, and will get you the results you need. Don't look any further than him if you need a lawyer!

Posted by Billy | September 02, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Exceeds expectations, a true ally and advocate

I was referred to lawyer Kapesh Patel by a friend. At the time I was arrested, I was very fearful about my future and my career, because I was facing serious charges. Not only did Mr. Patel give me a sense of calm from the moment I met him, he was always available to talk to me, took the time to expl...ain things to me, and calm me down when I was stressed. He not only calmed me down, but also my mother, who I am extremely close to me, and he gave her the security to make her feel comfortable. And the bottom line is this, the outcome was much, much more than I had ever expected, no jail time after I was sentenced, reduction in severity of charges, and most importantly, I learned a lesson that has been invaluable to me.

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Kapesh Vithal Patel's Lawyer Endorsements

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Dev Patel

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have had the opportunity to work with Kapesh Patel on many occasions. I find him to be professional, courteous, and knowledgeable in his multiple practice areas. Kapesh is easy to talk to, and understands the needs of the everyday person. He will do his very best to help his clients, and every person I have ever sent him has been satisfied with the outcome. I have seen him put great time and effort into both the matters at hand, and into his relationships with his clients. I would not hesitate to work with him again or send him clients for any reason, and to me, that is the highest compliment I can pay any attorney."

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Ursula Trimming

Immigration lawyer | Feb 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kapesh is an excellent immigration attorney and member of AILA. He is extremely creative and successful in finding solutions for his clients. I highly endorse him as a fellow immigration attorney."

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Jesus Zuniga

DUI and DWI lawyer | Dec 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Ryan Fishman

DUI and DWI lawyer | Dec 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Arezou Bakhtjou

Immigration lawyer | Jun 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse and whole heartedly recommend this lawyer. Kapesh volunteered at the Public Defender's office three years ago when I worked there as a deputy public defender and we remained friends ever since. I am proud and greatly impressed by his accomplishment and success at achieving great results for his clients. He is a passionate defender of his clients' rights and a zealous advocate. He is a compassionate person and deeply cares about his clients. He is an amazing immigration and criminal lawyer and is a tireless fighter. I am highly honored to know Kapesh, his clients are truly blessed to have him."

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Hetinder Gill

DUI and DWI lawyer | Sep 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Patel is an excellent choice for your DUI defense attorney. He defends his clients' rights with utmost care and competence. Most importantly, he cares about his clients. I endorse this lawyer."

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Sabrina Richardson Thompson

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jul 19

Relationship: Other

"Kapesh & I were classmates in law school. He is a very passionate attorney, particularly in the field of DUI/DWI defense. I highly recommend him."

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Adam Smallow

Immigration lawyer | Jul 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse Mr. Patel as an immigration attorney. Mr Patel and I worked together in Washington, D.C. He is an intelligent and well-prepared attorney who advocates very strongly on behalf of his clients. I know that when I refer a client to Mr. Patel, that client is in extremely capable hands."

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Matthew Hanley

Immigration lawyer | Apr 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Kapesh as a qualified, attentive, and academically curious immigration attorney. I know him through the American Immigration Lawyers Association, where he is a very active member. Kapesh is passionate about immigration law and the clients he represents. I’m confident that he goes above and beyond when representing his clients."

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Anna Tsibel

Immigration lawyer | Apr 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"KP is a very conscientious and hard-working immigration attorney. He fights for his clients, and with great success. When you retain attorney Patel, you know you are in good hands. I endorse this lawyer."

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Weronika Costas

Immigration lawyer | Feb 21

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Sklkime Abduli

Immigration lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"If there's one thing I can say about Kapesh Patel, it's that he will fight tooth and nail for his clients. He doesn't look for the easy way out; he looks for the BEST way out, even if it's unconventional. Brilliant, creative, fearless, and willing to do what it takes to make sure his clients get the representation they need and deserve. An excellent example of what it means to be an advocate for your clients and an asset to the legal community."

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Angela Andersen

Immigration lawyer | Feb 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Patel is a competent and thorough attorney. He is a compassionate individual who works hard because he cares about his clients. His professionalism and excellent legal work make him a model attorney in the field of immigration law. I highly recommend him."

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Belen Gomez

Unknown lawyer | Feb 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Kapesh Patel provides zealous and quality representation for his clients. Clients could trust that he will do an excellent job on their case. I endorse this lawyer."

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Rajesh Prasad

Immigration lawyer | Feb 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Mr. Kapesh Patel. He is an excellent immigration attorney. He is enthusiastic and takes his client's matters very seriously. He has developed a great reputation in the community as a removal defense attorney."

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Mason Lee

Immigration lawyer | Feb 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Dilligent attorney for his clients."

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Jacqueline Tapia

Immigration lawyer | Feb 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Yolanda Navarrete

Immigration lawyer | Feb 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He has helped me in my own practice by sharing his knowledge with me. He is an expert in his field."

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Sean Hanover

Immigration lawyer | Feb 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kapesh Patel is knowledgeable about Immigration Law and sincerely cares about how the law effects the people. He specifically excels in the area of Cancellation of Removal. Recently, Patel has won over a case dealing with serious substance abuse and domestic violence charges while also getting his client medical help. This dual compassion for vigorous defense and well-being of his clients give testimony to his outstanding character."

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Noelle Sharp

Immigration lawyer | Feb 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Patel is knowledgable, professional, and conscientious."

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Kimberly Spagui

Immigration lawyer

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Douglas Borthwick

Personal injury lawyer

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Arezou Bakhtjou

Criminal defense lawyer

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Vinesh Patel

Immigration lawyer

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Adam Smallow

Criminal defense lawyer

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Anna Tsibel

Immigration lawyer

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Sklkime Abduli

Immigration lawyer

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Hetinder Gill

Immigration lawyer

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Rajesh Prasad

Immigration lawyer

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Belen Gomez

Immigration lawyer

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Sean Hanover

Immigration lawyer

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Sanjay Paul

Immigration lawyer

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Matthew Hanley

Immigration lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.0 (Excellent)

Honors

2013

Top Contributor, DUI, Avvo

2013

Client's Choice, DUI, Avvo

2007

CALI Award for Excellence, Legal Accounting, CALI

2004

Certificate of Excellence, California State University MBA Association

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Principal, The Law Offices of Kapesh V. Patel

2011 - 2012

Volunteer, Riverside County Public Defender's Office

2008 - 2008

Contract Attorney, Hudson Legal

Associations

2013 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2013 - Present

Riverside County Bar Association

Member

2012 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

2002 - 2004

California State University MBA Association

Past President

Sample of Legal Cases

3rd Time DUI

No jail time

DUI which would result in job loss

DUI reduced to Wet Reckless, Job Saved.

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Education

2007

Howard University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2004

California State University, Fullerton

MA - Masters

1999

California State University, Fullerton

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2013

Legal Night Panel Discussion

Immigration and General Law Questions

Languages

English

Spanish

Gujarati

Activity

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