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Christopher William Zander

DUI and DWI Attorney at Newport Beach, CA

4.9   59 reviews
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  • Licensed for 13 years
    State CA
    Acquired 2010
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With offices in Orange County and San Diego, we serve clients in the greater Orange, Los Angeles, San Bernardino, Riverside, San Diego, Ventura, and Imperial County areas.

As a seasoned and highly experienced trial attorney, Christopher Zander has first hand knowledge of how to get the best outcome possible for your case.

The Law Offices of Christopher Zander are committed to producing the highest quality service to you with the utmost attention to your case. Although any criminal charge is serious, it does not have to destroy your life. The Law Offices of Christopher Zander & Associates will aggressively combat the charges against you and guide you through the confusing and dangerous criminal justice system.

Christopher Zander is a former criminal investigator, with a background in Criminal Justice and Psychology in addition to a Juris Doctorate obtained at the Western State University of Law, Fullerton, CA. Member of the California Bar Association.

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We have rightfully earned the reputation of being the toughest, most knowledgeable & aggressive defense attorneys in all of Southern California. Our FIRM handles even the most difficult felony & misdemeanor cases in Orange County.

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Posted by anonymous | August 30, 2023
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Dui
I Recommend , Christopher’s 100% percent , I was arrested last year for a DUI and I was looking for a good lawyer I was Google and I see Christopher and I was Looking at all reviews immediately I send a message to him. He responded, and he is very professional, and we set a meeting right away. I hire him because I know he was the right lawyer and I’m so grateful To have Christopher represent And I was very happy with his work Thank you Christopher God bless you
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Posted by anonymous | August 21, 2023
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First time DUI
I was recommended to Christopher Zander’s from a friend that hired him previously, he mentioned to me that he was a great lawyer and was able to help him with not just one DUI but 3. Throughout my process Mr. Zander’s was always very helpful with information, I was always able to reach him if I had a question or a concern. Today my case was settled and I couldn’t have asked for a better outcome thanks to Mr. Zander’s. I highly recommend his services.
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Posted by anonymous | August 17, 2023
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1st time DUI
Mr. Zander was great! He helped through this horrible mess I got myself into. He was able to win the DMV hearing a zero’d out my fines/fees. I highly recommend him if you are in need of an attorney.
Posted by anonymous | July 27, 2023
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If you had a DUI, Christopher is your guy!
I know it sounds corny, but he is the best at what he does. I had two, did not learn from first one, and both times he is very professional, accommodating and very easy to work with. Can not recommend it him enough.
Posted by Drew | July 6, 2023
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Outstanding Lawyer
Mr Zander represented me on a very lengthy case that went on for 5 1/2 years. During that time he always kept me informed on what was going on with my cases. He is honest, has excellent communication, he has an awesome attitude, his skills in a court room especially during a trial are PHENOMENAL. I could not recommend a better lawyer.
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Posted by Irene | June 24, 2023
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Excellent lawyer!
Mr. Zander did an excellent job at representing me. He was able to bring my DUI down to a wet reckless . He was great at guiding me thru the entire process and answered all my questions! He was also able to win the DMV hearing so I was able to keep my license . Excellent work! I would recommend your services for sure !! Thank you !
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Posted by Markus | June 22, 2023
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Excellent Work!
Mr. Zander did a phenomenal job on my case. Excellent communication from the beginning, helped me understand what was going on with this being my first DUI he was very informative. He was able to get all of my court fees dismissed along with a couple traffic tickets I had previously! Saving me just over 3k. Amazing work.
Posted by anonymous | June 8, 2023
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Great lawyer
Christopher Zander was an amazing lawyer who helped me a lot through a very traumatic and confusing process. I wouldn’t have been able to get through this difficult time without his help and representation.
Posted by anonymous | June 7, 2023
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Amazing Lawyer
I am so thankful for all of Mr. Zander's hard work! He helped me navigate the court process from start to finish, through multiple motions, ultimately leading to an expungement. He was always professional, honest, knowledgeable, and available for questions/concerns. Needing a lawyer is undoubtedly a high stress time, he made the process super straightforward and easy which helped reduced the stress level as much as possible.
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Posted by Juana | May 24, 2023
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DUI Case
Mr. Zander is an excellent attorney! He was able to get 2 charges on my case DISMISSED. Reliable, knowledgeable, and great communication. 10/10 I highly recommend.
Posted by Andrea | May 4, 2023
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Excellent service
Mr Zander realky helped me out made my first offense as stress free as possible for me thank you so much.
Posted by Jodie | February 18, 2023
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Worth getting solid representation
My first charge and Christopher was absolutely professional and transparent, and most of all highly responsive to and questions. Really appreciated and great outcome, license was not suspended after great representation at the DMV.
Posted by Ryan | January 24, 2023
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Competent From Start To Finish
I called about 20 lawyers before finally landing on Christopher Zander for my DUI case. Extremely knowledgeable and explained things better than the other candidates. Very punctual with communication. I couldn’t have found a more competent professional. Thank you Christoper.
Posted by Joshua | August 12, 2022
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Long Overdue Praise
As my title states I'm long overdue for giving Mr. Zander some praise. I was recently reminiscing to a friend of mine of this hard working and easy to get along with Lawyer who helped get me out of a jam about 4 years ago. Without any hesitation if anyone I know ever happens to be in need of a lawyer, I will definitely recommend Mr. Zander. Once again thank you sir for your ethic and hard work. A class act all the way.
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Posted by Christopher | July 5, 2022
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Fix it man!
This firm really helped me get a DUI reduced and very professional definitely allow them to handle your problems.
Posted by anonymous | March 28, 2022
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Amazing lawyer
Helped me get my dui down to a wet reckless. The only reason I wasn’t able to get off entirely is because i am not quite 21. Amazing lawyer, highly recommend.
Posted by anonymous | March 9, 2022
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Really Great experience with Mr. Zander
He is very personable and easy to communicate with. He did wonders with my case(s) - multiple DUI’s. I am very grateful to Mr. Zander and thankful I found him and thankful that I am not sitting in a jail cell at this moment. I highly recommend him.
Posted by Eduardo | January 27, 2022
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Got me off my 3rd DUI
Mr. Zander is an excellent attorney and I highly recommend. Just when I thought I was going to jail for my 3rd DUI. Mr. Zander and his team worked effortlessly and found a way to request a motion to suppress those charges. With a strong argument Mr. Zander was granted this motion and my case got dismissed. I won’t doubt a lawyer ever again!
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Posted by Stephanie | September 22, 2021
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SAVED ME BIG TIME-!!!
Attorney Zander goes above and beyond to help you with a horrible experience ….. I was SO terrified with my DUI and he not only made me feel back to normal but secure with how to handle it. He answers every text and call quickly and knows the ins and outs of the law - he is AMAZING and the BEST in his profession - -!!!!
Posted by anonymous | August 23, 2021
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Amazing
Mr. Zander was incredibly accessible whenever I needed him and helped me to go through my case with confidence and I’m really happy with the outcome
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Payment methods
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Resume

AVVO RATING 9.9 (Superb)

Work Experience

  • Attorney
  • Law Offices of Christopher Zander
  • 2010 - Present
  • Law Clerk / Paralegal / Office Manager
  • Law Office of Villalobos & Borthwick / Law Office of George Vargas / Law Office of Diane Vargas
  • 2007 - 2009
  • Associate Private Investigator
  • SJL Investigations
  • 2005 - 2009
  • Paralegal
  • Legal Aid Society Of Orange County
  • 2004 - 2010
  • Librarian Research Clerk
  • Western State University College Of Law
  • 2003 - 2004
  • Intern
  • Milwaukee County District Attorney’s Office Firearm’s Enforcement Unit (Ceasefire)
  • 2002 - 2002
  • Intern
  • Milwaukee County Public Defender’s Office
  • 2001 - 2001
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Education

  • Bob La Pier & Associates
  • Certificate of Training Award
  • 2016
  • Bob La Pier & Associates
  • Certificate of Training Award
  • 2014
  • Western State University College of Law
  • JD - Juris Doctor
  • N/A
  • University of Wisconsin
  • BS - Bachelor of Science
  • N/A
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Legal Cases

  • Criminal: DUI
  • Dismissed
  • Criminal: DUI
  • Wet Reckless
  • Criminal: Robbery
  • Dismissed
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Associations

  • California DUI Lawyers Association
  • 2014 - Present
  • Orange County Bar Association
  • 2010 - Present
  • State Bar of California
  • 2010 - Present
  • United States District Court for the Central District of California
  • 2010 - Present
  • Supreme Court of California
  • 2010 - Present
  • Orange County Criminal Defense Bar Association
  • 2010 - Present
  • San Diego Criminal Defense Bar Association
  • 2010 - Present
  • San Diego Bar Association
  • 2010 - Present
  • Orange County Bar Association, Legal Aid Society
  • 2004 - Present
  • Legal Services Corporation
  • 2004 - Present
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Languages Spoken

  • English

Honors and Awards

  • 2015 Top Attorney
  • Coast Magazine
  • 2015
  • Top Attorney
  • OC Register
  • 2015
  • Certificate of Recognition
  • Legal Aid Society of Orange County
  • 2014
  • Certificate of Excellance
  • Legal Aid Society of Orange County
  • 2014
  • Certificate of Excellence
  • L.E.A.P.
  • 2014
  • 10 Years of Service
  • Legal Aid Socirty of Orange County
  • 2014
  • Certificate of Instruction
  • National Highway Traffic Safety Administration DWI Detection and Standardized Field Sobriety Testing
  • 2014
  • Certificate of Recognition
  • Superior Court of California, County of Orange, Lamoreaux Justice Center
  • 2006
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Publications

  • The Notice
  • DUI DO'S AND DON'TS
  • 2014
  • State Bar of California
  • Law Offices of Christopher Zander
  • 2014
  • Nolo.com
  • California DUI
  • 2014
  • Nolo.com
  • California Field Sobriety Tests (FST'S)
  • 2014
  • Nolo.com
  • 1538.5 Suppression Motions in DUI Defense
  • 2014
  • Nolo.com
  • Law Offices of Christopher Zander
  • 2014
  • The Notice
  • California DUI
  • 2014
  • Justia Lawyers
  • Law Offices of Christopher Zander
  • 2014
  • Lawyers.FindTheBest
  • Law Offices of Christopher Zander
  • 2014
  • The Advisor
  • The DUI Basics
  • 2013
  • The Advisor
  • DUI Checkpoint Do & Don'ts
  • 2013
  • The Advisor
  • McNeely - Forced Blood Draw Warrants
  • 2013
  • The Notice
  • DUI and Know Your Rights
  • 2013
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Speaking Engagements

  • Solo Practioners
  • Criminal Defense - DUI
  • 2014
  • Solo Practioner Start Up
  • Solo Practioner Start Up
  • 2014
  • Legal Aid Society of Orange County
  • DUI Defense
  • 2014
  • L.E.A.P.
  • DUI - Rising BAC Absorption
  • 2014
  • L.E.A.P.
  • Criminal Defense
  • 2014
  • DUI Defense
  • DUI Defense - Suppression Motions
  • 2014
  • Western State Business Association Guest Speaker
  • How to generate business as a sole practitioner.
  • 2013
  • Legal Aid Society of Orange County
  • Common Landlord Tenant Issues
  • 2013
  • Legal Aid Society of Orange County
  • Marketing for Solo Practitioner
  • 2013
  • DUI Defense of Southern California
  • McNeely - Forced Blood Draw Warrants
  • 2013
  • Center for Solo Practitioners
  • Criminal Defense for a Solo Practitioner
  • 2013
  • Center for Solo Practitioners
  • Avvo and the Solo Practitioner
  • 2013
  • Center for Solo Pactitioners
  • Internet Marketing for a Solo Practitioner
  • 2013
  • Western State Business Law Association Guest Speaker
  • From law school to sole practitioner.
  • 2012
  • Legal Aid Society
  • Criminal Defense for a Solo Practitioner
  • 2012
  • Legal Aid Socity of Orange County
  • DUI Defense
  • N/A
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Attorney endorsements

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Manohar Sukumar
Criminal defense Attorney | Oct 12
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"Mr. Zander is one of those rare lawyers who actually has a passion for his work and also takes pride in the quality of his work. Highly recommend if you're in a bind."
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Somair Alam
Criminal defense Attorney | Feb 12
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Christopher is an exceptional criminal defense attorney whose reputation speaks for itself. Highly recommended lawyer."
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Amir Soleimanian
Unknown Attorney | Nov 02
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
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William Tanner
Family Attorney | Sep 07
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
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Michael Waddington
Criminal defense Attorney | May 30
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse Christopher. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
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Max Alavi
Family Attorney | May 26
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Top-notch lawyer. Highly respected in the legal community."
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Brad Micklin
Administrative law Attorney | Nov 06
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Christopher Zander is an experienced attorney whose participation and comments in Avvo show his commitment to serving clients as well as his level of experience. He is an excellent attorney that I recommend wholeheartedly."
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Patrick Long
DUI and DWI Attorney | Jul 19
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
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Jeffrey Abate
Criminal defense Attorney | Jun 15
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse Mr. Zander. He's a great attorney who cares deeply for his clients and is very knowledgable. I'd trust Chris with any matter."
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Sergio Lopez
DUI and DWI Attorney | Jun 14
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Zander is a true Champion to his clients. I have personally worked on cases with Mr. Zander and I believe that anyone facing a DUI in Southern California would benefit tremendously from having this lawyer in his/her corner! If I had to sum up Mr. Zander in three words I would say that "Dedicated, Honest and Aggressive" would accurately describe him."
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Eric Overholt
DUI and DWI Attorney | Jun 14
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Mr. Zander has a reputation as a very intelligent and hard working attorney. He gets excellent results for his clients."
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Sharen Ghatan
Criminal defense Attorney | Jun 11
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I endorse this lawyer. Zander is a true professional. He's always dedicated to his clients and gets along well with other attorneys, prosecutors and judges. He's reliable, trustworthy and hardworking."
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Bradford Calvin
Criminal defense Attorney | May 06
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Zander has a solid understanding of the issues in criminal cases. I know he is a zealous advocate for his clients."
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Kimberly Smith
Criminal defense Attorney | Apr 29
Relationship: Supervised lawyer
"I endorse this lawyer. Chris is a savvy attorney. He's able to communicate with a wide variety of people with legal problems and take their case to heart. He is an independent guy and a perfect fit into criminal defense."
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Isaac Blumberg
Criminal defense Attorney | Apr 29
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"Mr. Zander is honest, dedicated to his clients and reliable. He has unsurpassed knowledge and experience handling even the most complicated criminal cases."
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George Vargas
Family Attorney | Apr 29
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Chris is a smart young lawyer. Works hard for his clients"
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Ryan Tegnelia
Criminal defense Attorney | Apr 29
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I have had the pleasure of working with Chris on several occasions. His knowledge of criminal procedure, degree of professionalism and the strength of the advocacy that he provides his clients is unparalleled."
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Scott Borthwick
Family Attorney | Apr 29
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Chris is a great lawyer and a great guy as well. I would highly recommend his work on a variety of legal areas -- from landlord tenant to family law/divorce and criminal defense."
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Benjamin Aguilar
Family Attorney | Apr 29
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"Mr. Zander's personality and drive make him an excellent advocate for his clients. His experience working with diverse clients also gives him the knowledge and confidence to better represent his clients. Mr. Zander is friendly, highly competent, and trustworthy, a trio of traits hard to find in any attorney."
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Jill Cremeans
Criminal defense Attorney | Apr 29
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Mr. Zander is a true asset to his clients. He is extremely diligent and interested in the best possible outcome for their cases. I would strongly endorse Mr. Zander's legal services."
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Manohar Sukumar
Family
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William Tanner
Unknown
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Blake Porter
Unknown
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Eric Overholt
Workers compensation
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Jeffrey Abate
Business
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Patrick Long
Family
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Bradford Calvin
Criminal defense
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Ryan Tegnelia
DUI and DWI
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Isaac Blumberg
Criminal defense
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Kimberly Smith
Juvenile law
Sharen H. Ghatan headshot
Sharen Ghatan
DUI and DWI
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Keith Bruno
Criminal defense
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George Vargas
Criminal defense
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Scott Borthwick
Criminal defense
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Benjamin Aguilar
Family
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Jill Cremeans
Criminal defense
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Sergio Lopez
Criminal defense
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Stuart Zander
Criminal defense
Newport Beach DUI and DWI Lawyer Christopher William Zander
Christopher William Zander
DUI and DWI Attorney
Newport Beach, CA
Licensed for 13 years
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