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Posted by Travis | April 09, 2014

Worst DUI attorney in San Diego

I unfortunately got myself a DUI coming home from PB back in late June. Mary Prevost came highly regarded from a couple sources so I felt really good in choosing her to represent me in my DUI case. Probably the worst mistake I've ever made. During our initial conversation, she seemed very intellig...ent and promised to go above and beyond the call of duty to get the best result for my case. After that day she went off the grid. I must have called her over 14 times in the first few months to talk about the case and received 2 phone calls back. Mary kept requesting continuances for my court case rather than doing her due diligence and finishing up the case in a timely manner. After 3 months of no return calls, i started making phone calls and found out that Mary is notorious for this type of negligent behavior. I had no idea what was happening with my court case and ended up having to fire her and hire a new attorney. I requested that she send me an itemized receipt for her services so I could get a partial refund. Of course no feedback from Mary. By the time she signed a substitution of attorney form, I had missed a court date and there was a warrant out for my arrest. I urge anyone who is doing their due diligence in researching good DUI attorneys to not get suckered in by all the good reviews she has (which are probably all posted from friends and family members). Mary Prevost turned a bad enough situation already... into a total nightmare and I would not even advise my worst enemy to hire this woman.

Posted by anonymous | February 18, 2014

Honest

Last year, I had the privilege of being falsely accused and imprisoned due to a disturbed or disgustingly demented woman and an incompetent detective in San Diego who is better qualified to be serving burgers than the public. Out of several lawyers I spoke to, Ms. Prevost was the only one to thoro...ughly examine the case and care about it as more than just another job or task. She appeared to be very passionate about what she does, was very interpersonal, knowledgeable and her information was very accurate. Although I did not end up needing to retain her, she kept me informed on my case and worked on my behalf for several months ahead free of charge.

Mary Prevost

Replied last February 18, 2014

I really appreciate this review. I'm glad to know I had a had in getting the DA's office to decline prosecution. And I'm happy to have worked with you and kept you in the loop during this stressful time. I appreciate your faith in me. I know we would have made a good team had charges been filed. But I'm far happier that I was able to assist you both personally and professionally, and ultimately succeed in getting the DA to see the light. God luck to you in all you do. And thank you for the kind words.

Posted by anonymous | August 14, 2013

Mary is the BEST!

I retained Mary after being charged with a DUI with prior and a 148 - resisting arrest. After fighting hard for over 2 years and dealing with a DA who caused a mistrial by misconduct, Mary was able to obtain a very favorable result for me. Mary is tenacious, straight-forward and very hard working. ... I highly recommend Mary and wouldn't hesitate to hire her again. THANKS MARY!

Posted by Gwen | December 10, 2012

Only A Woman Could Have Won This Case-Mary Won for My Husband.

Mary came referred to me by two male lawyers. My husband was facing a serious sexual assault charge, and they thought Mary would be more able to cross examine the so-called "victim" if we were forced into trial. Well, we did have to go to trial. It took almost a year before we started the trial, but ...Mary was prepared. She did so much work and her investigators did great background investigations. The "victim" - a girl with a reason to lie - was smashed on the witness stand. The prosecutor pretty much threw in the towel, although he refused to dismiss the case. He should have, but he didn't. Mary won for my husband. Those two lawyers who referred her to us because she was an aggressive woman lawyer were right. No man could have done what she did in that trial. She crushed the lying "victim." We are so blessed to have had Mary on our side.

Posted by Steven | September 18, 2011

The best...plain and simple.

I dont think I have enough space to write everything I need to. Mary is the best attorney hands down. A true professional in her line of work and extremely knowledgable. She defended me in a Felony DUI case in which the court was making me out to be guilty and look like the worst person on earth. She... fought for me, she kept me well informed of everything, made sure I was taken care of, and took no garbage from the DA. Mary knows how to handle a courtroom, where I had seen many attorneys during the time, and none could compare to her, they would stutter words and look as if they were the intimidated ones,.....not her, her courtroom manner was excellent, she had complete control, and knew her stuff. A true fighter, with my long drawn out case. The end results were a wet reckless misdemeanor which I was happy with, and is far better then a two count felony DUI. She is the top attorney in my book and worth every penny. When I had my court appearances, I knew I was in good hands. She was recommended by a family attorney and lived up to everything he said. I am so glad that I hired her. Mary you helped me get my life back and I owe you more than you will ever know. I cant thank you enough. In my line of work people call me a hero for what I do, Mary in your line of work you are a hero. As corny as it may sound....youre my hero. Again words cant describe how good Mary is. Thank you again. You are the best....plain and simple.

Mary Prevost

Replied last March 23, 2012

No, Steve, YOU are MY hero. Thanks for sticking it out with me. We made a great team.

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