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Posted by Mary | May 09, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Domestic Violence

Domestic Violence Case DISMISSED!

Thank you, Mary, for believing in me when so many other I interviewed with had only bad news. I am glad I found what I endearingly call "a warrior." Finding a really exceptional Riverside domestic violence defense lawyer was difficult. Maybe it's because we are two tough women named Mary and we made ...a good team that you were able to succeed for me. I don't know. All I know is that you are my courtroom warrior and my guardian angel. The kids and I will be alright now, thanks to you.

Posted by Dana | April 24, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Best in the West for Dui Defense

First, it is extremely embarrassing and humbling to be arrested when you've never been arrested before. It is a very horrifying experience. Second, it's really hard to weed out who are the good DUI lawyers from the ones who just claim they are. After doing extensive research on who was the best to...p tier DUI lawyers, I ended up interviewing three. I ultimately settled on Mary because of the length of her experience, teaching credentials, and what just seemed to be her plain knowledge of the system. My money was well spent. After being charged with a felony, I ultimately ended up with a misdemeanor. That was pretty amazing considering that the prosecution claimed my blood alcohol level was .19 and there was a fender bender involved. And the driver said she was injured. I mean, pretty amazing. I wanted to come to court, but Mary assured me over the time the case took, and that was about 7 months, that I would be wasting my time if I came to court when she was just asking the judge for a continuance. She told me if I wanted to really see her in action, that I should come to court when she was going to be arguing one of the motions she filed. So, I waited. I'll tell you, she really put the DA to shame. The judge was not impressed with the DA, which Mary said was unusual since most of the judges just rubber stamp whatever the DA says. So, I guess we got lucky. But luck had nothing to do with Mary's experience. You could tell she is a master of the courtroom and knows her stuff. I am immensely pleased that I did the homework to find such a good lawyer. That took many hours of sifting through websites and such. Bottom line...Mary is just a great lawyer who knows her stuff. I recommend her to anyone looking for a DUI Lawyer.

Posted by Andrew | April 22, 2016 | Criminal Defense

Mary Frances Prevost

Hands down the absolute most negative and worst experience I have ever had with with an attorney_or any person for that matter. I was entitled to a quantum merit refund after firing Mary Frances Prevost because of a lack of services and communication and it took me almost a year to recover only a fra...ction of my funds owed to me. My retainment cost was $4,600, but the DA never filled (no case from the beginning). Mary never had to lift a finger. She also lost my DMV hearing (or never showed up), so I lost my license and my job ultimately. I have requested my file, retainment agreement and a list of services (invoice) provided with no luck. Mary Prevost will not answer any phone calls or reply to any letters, emails or text messages (unless you count the combative email she sent me calling me a drunk and slandering my name after firing her). All Mary provided was stress to an already stressful situation. Her attitude was very unprofessional. I had to complain to the state bar to get a response out of her. Stay clear away!

Mary Prevost

Replied last April 22, 2016

Here is one of you reviews of a "Jip Joint" on Yelp. Keep in mind, you claimed you didn't drink on the night you were arrested for DUI and refused. But according to the following review of the Stampede, you paid money to get in, ordered a drink and were kicked out "for no reason." After so many negative encounters with people, could the problem perhaps rest with you? Here's the review in your own words: Security guards are complete nazis! Total assholes. Took my money at the door just to kick me out 5 minutes after for no reason. Just enough time to get a first drink (and they wouldn't let me even finish it). They even kept my credit card at the bar where I had opened a tab. No explanation, no common sense. Place was a ghost town anyways. Thieves. Additionally, I have never charged $4,600 in my life for a DUI. It's just not a number I charge. But, by the looks of your Yelp profile, which you hide behind a false name ad picture, you are angry at everyone ad post repeated negative reviews against almost every place you frequent.

Posted by Javier | April 22, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Litigation

Great SO. California attorney

Mary Prevost is the attorney to call when you need representation in San Diego & Southern California. She did an awesome job in my case, vigorously pursued my rights, and made great arguments on my behalf to the jury, who ruled IN MY FAVOR thanks to her great work. I am grateful for the legal represe...ntation she provided in my case. It was a very detailed case and she hit a grand slam. I highly recommend her. She is a credit to her profession, extremely skilled and was very professional throughout.

Mary Prevost

Replied last April 22, 2016

Thanks Javier! How many years did this take? Three! Yes, three long years, and up against brick walls the entire time. I am so glad you got your day in court. I saw one of the bad cops in court a few days after the federal verdict. He saw me, bowed his head, and slinked away!

Posted by Paul | April 22, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

!!!Outstanding DUI attorney!!!

Mary Prevost handled my DUI case with the utmost professionalism and knowledge. I believe she is the go-to lawyer for your specific needs. I'm convinced that Mary is the best choice. The court offered a wet reckless plea bargain but Mary was able to help me get a dry reckless! I highly recommend havi...ng her represent you in court and handle your cases. I needed help with my case because I had no knowledge about DUI court processing and DMV hearings for my license. I made a call and showed up to her office. I found out her space was a little small and it was evident she was a busy woman. Don't let that fool you or discourage your initial impression of her! We sat down and she knew I needed a DMV hearing within 10 days. She immediately picked up the phone and made an appointment for my hearing. The result of the hearing was that they had not enough evidence to suspend my license. I'm a enlisted sailor in the military and when anybody needs time off to handle anything, the rest of the division will have to pick up your slack and do your job. I hate to leave extra work for someone else to do. Mary made it easier to focus on my job at hand, knowing that I was represented by her during the hearing and all my court arraignments. The prosecutor was very aggressive and apparently wanted to throw me into a Wet Reckless verdict but Mary immediately noticed flaws and kinks in their case. We even had the most stubborn prosecutor she's known. She fought for me and believe me when I say for a first timer, it made me nervous and it felt really heavy knowing that something bad was going to happen by the end of this. I think it's very natural for anyone to worry about something like this. Most people I know wouldn't feel comfortable with someone else handling their business. Mary would be the few who can make you proud, knowing she did everything she could to the best of her abilities. Don't let her office fool your first impression, it may be small and less flashy like what you see on TV or movies but it's her who will be out and about. I was amazed by her work and experience. I highly recommend having her be your legal representative. PO1 Paul Lin, USN Surface Warfare Littoral Combat Squadron

Mary Prevost

Replied last April 22, 2016

Thanks, Paul! How long did this case take? 18 months? I told you it would take a great deal of patience to prevail. Thanks for sticking with me!

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