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For more than 40 years, Rodger M. Carey has practiced exclusively in the area of criminal defense. He has represented thousands of clients since 1978 and has tried more than 200 cases involving charges ranging from Driving Under the Influence to First Degree Murder. Mr. Carey has taken 225 DUI's and over 20 murder cases to verdict. He is one of the most well respected criminal defense attorneys in Orange County. He has represented clients all over Southern California, from Santa Barbara County to San Diego County.
Mr. Carey is a veteran of the United States Air Force and served as an intelligence analyst at the National Security Agency, Ft. Meade, Maryland. He graduated from U.C. Irvine in 1975 and the Western State College of Law in 1978.
From 1978 to 1991 he was an associate at three of the top criminal defense firms in Orange County. In 1991, he began his own criminal defense practice and presently has his office in Tustin, California.
Mr. Carey has been a Judge Pro Tempore in every court in Orange County, including Superior Court and Juvenile Court. He is a past president of the Orange County Bar Foundation and in 1997 was named the Orange County Trial Lawyer’s Association Criminal Defense Trial Lawyer of the Year. He has been an instructor for the Orange County Trial College and has taught numerous classes in trial strategy and tactics. He is currently an elder on Session at Trinity United Presbyterian Church, Santa Ana.
Mr. Carey firmly believes in treating his clients with respect and in answering all questions candidly and thoroughly. He believes that his clients cannot make decisions about their cases without being fully informed. Translators are available upon request.
Rodger M. Carey’s Martindale Hubbell lawyer rating is “A/V Preeminent 5.0 out of 5.0”
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2424 SE Bristol St. Suite 300, Newport Beach, CA, 92660
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Posted by anonymous | March 20, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
100% recommend above the reset
I want to start to saying not only is Mr. Carey caring and kind but he is a fighter and fair. I must got himself in A LOT of trouble for a very stupid reason and we facing decades in prison. As a mother and it also fair I felt yes he should pay whatever he did as there are always consequence to one...
Posted by Lisa | November 18, 2015 | Criminal Defense
A Cut Above The Rest - That's all it takes to stand out!
Rodger Carey is a good man! He is a very caring person and a great listener. I called him for advice in my son's case and he gave me his best advice. He spent nearly an hour on the phone with me the first time and answer all my questions. He critiqued our current situation and made me feel at ease wi...
Posted by anonymous | August 02, 2013 | Criminal Defense
Very pleased
Rodger Michael Carey is an excellent attorney. He is intelligent, professional and smart. Rodger is a sharp attorney who has an uncanny ability to read the prosecution. Along with his experience, he has a team of professionals who work hand-in hand with him. Rodger is a strategic planner and he tru...
Posted by Sergio | August 01, 2013 | Criminal Defense
A knowledgeable and close attorney.
Rodger led me through the entire process and found a fair plea. On top of his professional attitude, Rodger always showed his empathy and closeness, which helped me to face the consequences of my wrong decisions. I felt him more as a friend than my attorney.
Posted by anonymous | July 31, 2013 | Criminal Defense
Excellent Attorney
Rodger Carey worked diligently on my Hit and Run case. He got my charges reduced to the minimum possible. Rodger is very easy to work with and he will make you feel like you are in good hands. I highly recommend his services.
"Rodger Carey is one of the finest criminal defense lawyers in Orange County. I have known Rodger for my entire career and have seen how effective he is while representing his clients. If I were charged with a crime I would not hesitate to hire Rodger to be my lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. In the past, I have worked with Rodger Carey for numerous years as a criminal lawyer. His work is product is superb and he always perseveres."
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AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
1997
Criminal Defense Trial Lawyer of the Year, Orange County Trial Lawyers Association
2005 - Present
Homicide and Three Strikes Panel, Office of Alternate Defense, County of Orange
1991 - Present
Criminal Defense Attorney, Law Offices of Rodger M Carey
1998 - 2005
Judge Pro Tem, Orange County Juvenile Court
1996 - 1996
President, Orange County Bar Foundation
1993 - 1996
Board of Directors, Orange County Bar Foundation
1993 - 1995
Short Stop Program Instructor, Orange County Bar Foundation
1988 - 1991
Attorney, Law Offices of Shulman & MacMillan, Criminal Defense
1983 - 1988
Criminal Defense Attorney, Law Offices of Stewart & Barnett
1981 - 2007
Judge Pro Tem, Orange County Central Justice Center
1981 - 2007
Judge Pro Tem, West Justice Center
1981 - 2007
Judge Pro Tem, North Justice Center
1981 - 2007
Judge Pro Tem, Harbor Justice Center
1981 - 2007
Judge Pro Tem, Orange County Superior Court
1981 - 1983
Criminal Defense Attorney, Juvenile Defenders Office
1980 - 1983
Criminal Defense Attorney, Law Offices of Brower & Carey
1978 - 1980
Criminal Defense Attorney, Law Offices Of Ronald G. Brower
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1978
JD - Juris Doctor
1975
BA - Bachelor of Arts
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Short Stop Juvenile Diversion Program
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