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

Biography

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 15 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
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  • Credit Card

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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 31 - 35 of 36 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by Cesar | May 29, 2014 | Criminal Defense

Felony case

KP is an outstanding attorney. I was facing 4 felony charges carrying up to 4 1/2 years in state prison. Using his brilliant negotiation skills and through the use of "motions", he successfully got the DA to drop all four felonies to misdemeanors. And Not only that, instead of 4 plus years in jail, ...he got me 90 days Caltrans. Because of him I was able to keep my job and not be labeled as a felon. Also what I like about him is that He took the time to help me understand all the laws and defense strategies he was using, and I could always get a hold of him. I can say all this about him because before him I had hire a different attorney,and payed him half of what he charge me,but then after I payed him,he didn't answer my calls,txts,emails, and he didn't even show up to my first court appearance hearing. But Mr. Kapesh Patel he is something else,his always there for me and answer at any time of the day, 24/7. So yes I am so thankful for knowing you Mr. Patel,and not only me so does my entire family. We thank you for all that hard work and support you showed for a full year. Now that all this is over,we can say that this process was a piece of cake. Lol. So yes I highly recommend him for any legal issues you all face, especially criminal law. Thanks again....!! Cesar

Posted by Lee | May 25, 2014

Excellent Immigration Lawyer

KP Patel is an excellent attorney and very accessible. He can hold his own with anybody and is very clear and firm. Just the kind of man you want representing you. He provided all the documentation upfront and there were no surprises in his very reasonable fees. I highly recommend Kapesh Patel.

Posted by Mayki | July 10, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes

A lawyer you can put your trust in and who will fight for you until the end!

Words cannot even come close to describe Kapesh Patel. He has gone over the extended extra mile for me in winning my case...I am forever grateful for his hardwork and his persistence in making sure everything was on point and nothing overlooked. Along with going to bat for me, he always made sure t...o keep me informed in such a quick timely manner, his direct and straight-forwardness is highly admirable. Thank you for all that you have done for me...the mere words of "thank you" will never ever be enough to show you the gratitude I have for you. A lawyer you can definitely trust and someone who makes you comfortable and understand every aspect of each process going through the first steps down to the ending of the case.

Posted by Vincent | June 17, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes

3rd DUI

Kapesh followed through with all matters involving my case. Instead of always having to call my past attorneys, Kapesh constantly called me with status of my case. I highly recommend him.

Posted by Desiree | June 06, 2013 | Immigration

EXCELLENT IMMIGRATION ATTORNEY

I had a very difficult immigration detention case involving mental illness and I had very little funds to get help and he bravely took my case and assisted me through prosecutorial descretion . Although it was turned down the first time and he had to battle through the issue of his client working ag...ainst him he continued keeping me informed showed up even when what he had to present to the judge was not enough and finally my son was released and I have outstanding funds for this lawyer I know he had to work with a lot and I appreciate all the help he gave, He was like a family member, this was the kind of assistance I got. Great peron and attorney.

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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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