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Posted by KS | December 05, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Exceptional Attorney! Exceptional Person!

I hired Christopher McCann in April of 2016 based on evidence of his knowledge, skills, experience, and proven results after doing a great deal of research. He receives excellent reviews from former and current clients. He is respected by colleagues, including other attorneys and judges. He is a memb...er of several professional organizations, working hard to stay current with changes to federal and state laws, including DUI laws. My experience with him and the results that he obtained for me exceeded my expectations. Because I did everything that we agreed upon to fulfill the requirements for alternative sentencing, he was able to resolve a second DUI case for me with the outcome being that I will pay approximately $220.00 in court costs. That is it. I am in a career where my reputation is judged along with my skills. Upon receiving a 2nd DUI, I had a great deal to lose if my case was not handled well. At the same time, I am not in profession where wealth is the number one reward for a job well done. So, the cost for hiring a good attorney was a factor in deciding who to hire. I knew that defense for a second DUI was not going to be inexpensive, but I was not prepared for what some of the attorneys I spoke with wanted to charge me. In searching for a respected, proven attorney with experience handling second DUIs (or multiple DUIs) many of them quoted me fees ranging between $5500 to $9000 for the privilege of hiring them and that was only if the case did not go to trial. In several cases, the egos seemed as big as the fees I was being asked to pay...and I decided that was simply to be expected. I first met to hire someone for a fee that would mean borrowing money. I arrived at the initial appointment to find my attorney not there and met a person without the same experience who was apparently going to handle my case. I politely declined to hire their services. I am so thankful for that event because it sent me to Chris McCann's door. There I met an attorney who is also a person. He is extremely intelligent and knowledgeable without being arrogant about it. He is passionate about the law. Yet, also a caring man who works hard to get the best outcome for his clients. He charged me one flat fee to handle the DUI case and the DMV hearing. Other attorneys charged separately if they were asked to be involved with the DMV hearing. Many of them also did not charge a flat fee, meaning that what one could end up paying a somewhat unpredictable amount in the end. As I said to Mr. McCann, he wins his cases, so if he is going to operate like others in his field...he really needs to start charging more. I very much doubt he will listen to me. He will charge what he believes is fair based on the details of each particular case and what work is needed for that case. I have recommended Christopher J. McCann to everyone I know and will continue to do so. I consider him to be an exceptional attorney and an exceptional person, who violates all of those negative stereotypes about what lawyers are like. : )

Posted by Ezekiel | December 03, 2016 | Lawsuits & Disputes

1st Free Consultation

I was referred to Chris by the CSUF legal clinic and was grateful they did. I wish I called him sooner, because once I called his recognition of the problem and advice on whether to get a lawyer or not was extremely helpful. He genuinely wanted to help. He really cared about my case and even wanted t...o talk to me after I had court to see how everything went. In a situation where there where so much uncertainty and anxiety, Chris really helped to calm my nerves and have done reassurance in what I was doing. Thanks Chris

Posted by Tim | October 14, 2016 | Hired Attorney

Chris McCann Review

Chris McCann did an awesome job of handling the legal issues of one of my family members. He was very professional, and very thoroughly explained how he would be able to help. He also regularly communicated with us, and fortunately was able to facilitate a positive outcome. I HIGHLY recommend hi...m to help you.

Posted by anonymous | September 14, 2016 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Excellent lawyer

I had a legal matter dating back 20 years in Orange County which required a local lawyer to address as I am permanently located overseas in Australia. I contacted virtually every lawyer listed in Orange County (on line) with a summary of my case. Most of the lawyers responded with complex, layered pr...icing – all of which were thousands of dollars for very basic initial clarification, mainly admin based. Christopher McCann was the only lawyer whose first response was acknowledgement of the issues and what steps were required – not costs. Once we agreed on the first steps, he advised that they were very basic and essentially meant a visit to the local court house which attracted NO CHARGE since he provided free consultation. All the other lawyers’ fees were no less than $1500 for the exact same service. In the end, and to my benefit all that was required was a court certified document to close off the matter for which Christopher charged $25! This also put to rest 20 years of angst. Throughout the whole process Christopher displayed empathy, honesty and integrity – I was floored when the cost was only $25. Given I was overseas there was an element of vulnerability and uncertainty which was clearly taken advantage of by many other law firms. Had I not have found Christopher, I would have paid thousands more for what was a very straight forward matter. I highly recommend Christopher McCann for any legal support, he is an effective and honest lawyer.

Posted by anonymous | April 26, 2016 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Great free consultation

I'm out of state calling Chris McCann for advice about my son's case in CA. He answers his own phone and spent a great deal of time explaining all the legal terms and law pertaining to my son's case. He also would not accept any payment unless he can provide assistance in my son's case. I could no...t ask for a more helpful and honest attorney!

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