Maryam Sharifi

Maryam Sharifi

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 13 years

Construction and development Lawyer at Santa Ana, CA
Practice Areas: Construction & Development, Criminal Defense, Licensing, Medical Malpractice

1577 E. St. Gertrude Place, Santa Ana, CA

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Licensed in California for 13 years

State: California

Acquired: 2012

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Sharifi Defense Group

1577 E. St. Gertrude Place, Santa Ana, CA, 92701

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Maryam Sharifi's Reviews

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15 Client Reviews

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Posted by Ursula | October 29, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

THANK YOU, MARYAM!

I first met Maryam in 2013 while she worked diligently on a criminal case for my husband. She had truly been a Godsend to my family. Maryam went above and beyond to thoroughly represent my husband, she went as far as to obtain her notary license so that she could notarized an important document whi...le my husband was incarcerated at MDC, LA. I could call on her and Maryam would be available. It gave me great peace of mind knowing that she was an attorney that actually cared about her clients. Maryam was honest with me and did not sugar-coat the severity of my husbands case. I felt safe and connected to her for her honesty. Tragically, my husband passed away in custody. I had not spoken to Maryam in well over a year (we ended up going with a public defender). I received a very heartfelt text from Maryam giving me her condolences and telling me how much she knew I loved my husband. A year and half later in 2016, I hired her to represent my minor daughter for a DUI. Again, I cannot tell how much she went above and beyond to represent thoroughly for my family. She works hard, she's honest and she has a heart that truly wants to help her clients and represent them in the best possible way. Maryam took the time to sit and meet with my daughter and offered her ear and help even beyond the court room. My daughter received probation and Maryam did her homework and was able to save me thousands ($25+K) of dollars in a falsified restitution claim. I could never thank Maryam enough for all that she has done for me and my family. My daughter is now off of probation thanks for Maryam. She is on a much better path and is expecting. I will say that I did not trust attorneys before. Maryam is an attorney that I literally trust with my life. She took the utmost care of my late husband and my daughter. She is very dear to my heart and I love her! THANK YOU MARYAM FOR EVERYTHING! Respectfully, Ursula

Posted by Aalap | July 23, 2018 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Caring, Concerned, Thorough

I had found Maryam Sharifi through a common aquantance and I will say I was very lucky to have been able to find a way to her. I had received a DUI charge that was pending as a felony and she did everything she could to save me jail time and bring it down to a misdemeanor. She had spoken with me dad ...and many occasions and went out of her way to keep him informed as well and she really got to know us had a genuine concern for my well being. She found a traffic school for me and made sure I kept up with any and all court assigned classes to make sure I got out of this okay. For a very long time I had a huge worry of going to jail and having to drop out of school and all that come with that; and Maryam has helped physically as well as mentally with all of that and I couldn't thank her enough. I highly recommend Maryam Sharifi if you have any kind of issues like I did.

Posted by Matt | July 03, 2017 | Hired Attorney

Always comes through when I need help

I have had great experiences with Maryam, from small quick phone call advice to representing me in big legal matters, Maryam has been a pleasure to work with. I have referred her to friends and family for all of their legal needs and I'm happy I found a lawyer I can trust.

Posted by anonymous | March 30, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Highly recommended, best criminal defense attorney out there!

I hired Maryam after being charged with a DUI, she got it reduced to a wet and my license wasn't suspended — she's truly a life saver. I can't recommend her services enough, with her on my side I was able to rest easy in a very difficult time.

Posted by Angel | December 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Possession With Intent to distribute. 1oz. Cannabis

The day following my arrest I researched lawyers online, as a result I found Maryam Sharifi. She had been listed on norml.org, and reviewed as one of few high star rated Criminal Defense attorneys. My consultation was what led me to hire Maryam as my attorney. To her surprise I was a minor at the tim...e of the incident. She had the patience to answer any and all questions or concerns of mine all while managing my case with upmost professionalism. Personal time was taken out of her day to follow up regularly. Upon the completion of my case my record was expunged and sealed. The results Maryam Sharifi had produced were very pleasing. I say she went above what I personally had expected and delivered the results she had originally consulted me with.

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Maryam Sharifi's Lawyer Endorsements

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Adam Ford

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 13

Relationship: Co-worker

"Maryam is dedicated, hardworking, and focused on getting great results. She is truly an advocate and an excellent attorney."

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Joshua Falakassa

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 23

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kirsten Cinquemani

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Maryam is dedicated, hard-working and aggressively fights for her clients' interests. In my observations, she is a top-knotch advocate both in and out of the courtroom. Phenomenal attorney."

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Roya Rohani

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I've worked with Maryam on many matters. She is a dedicated attorney who fights for her clients. She is professional, detail-oriented, and determined. I highly recommend her."

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Mahsa Rohani

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer for her legal expertise and the care she puts into the representation and rights of her clients."

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Richard Beada

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked on several matters with Maryam over the past several years. She is a wonderfully bright, talented and caring lawyer. I would urge anyone looking to hire counsel to keep her at the top of their list."

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Vincent LaBarbera

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 27

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"Maryam was an outstanding associate at my law firm. She is sharp, tenacious and works extremely hard to obtain results favorable to her clients. I strongly endorse this lawyer."

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Jennifer Holden

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 27

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Maryam is highly skilled, well respected and a tremendous attorney. She is aggressive and determined yet compassionate and understanding. I strongly recommend her services and skills."

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Gazal Pour-Moezzi

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Maryam is an incredibly thoughtful, passionate and smart advocator. I strongly endorse her as a criminal defense attorney."

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Crystal Davieau

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 24

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I wholeheartedly endorse Ms. Sharifi. She is extremely knowledgeable, professional, and dedicated to obtaining the best possible outcomes for her clients."

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Rabiah Rahman

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Maryam Sharifi is a phenomenal advocate. She believes in justice and will ensure that the rights of her clients are protected. I enthusiastically endorse this attorney."

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Pratik Shah

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 24

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Maryam is one of the best attorneys out there. She is extremely smart, well spoken, well read, respected by her peers, and respected by the judges. I trust her implicitly."

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Bart Kasperowicz

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Maryam is an incredibly passionate and knowledgeable attorney. When I first had the pleasure of meeting her, I was astounded by her tenacity and hard-work. Few lawyers have that kind of energy coupled with a deep held conviction for what they do. I most definitely endorse her."

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Sara Watson

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 15

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Ms. Sharifi has a passion for criminal defense work that permeates through every aspect of her work. She is dedicated to getting the best results she can for every client."

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Kirsten Cinquemani

Medical malpractice lawyer

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Rabiah Rahman

Employment and labor lawyer

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Richard Beada

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jennifer Holden

Criminal defense lawyer

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Crystal Davieau

Criminal defense lawyer

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Sara Watson

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Southern California Rising Stars, Super Lawyers

2017

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2016

Lawyer of distinction, Lawyers of Distinction

2011

Iranian-American Award for Legal Advocacy, IAAHM

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Owner, Sharifi Defense Group

2015 - 2015

In-House Counsel, Solid Landings Behavioral Health

2012 - 2012

LRA/DDA, Sacramento County District Attorney's Office

2012 - 2015

Associate, Law Offices Of Vincent J. La Barbera, Jr.

2011 - 2011

Law Clerk, Orange County District Attorney's Office

Associations

2016 - Present

South Asian Bar Association

Member

2015 - Present

West Orange County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

People v. CR

Charges Reduced

People v. RV (2016)

Dismissed

People v. DV (2015)

Charges Reduced

People v. AB (2014)

Dismissed

People v. VN (2014)

Dismissed

People v. SR (2014)

Dismissed

People v. SS (2013)

Not Guilty

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Education

2012

UC Berkeley SOL Boalt Hall

JD - Juris Doctor

2007

University of California - Irvine

B.A.

Speaking Engagements

2015

Cleaning Up Your Criminal Record

Expungements/Certificates of Rehabilitation

Languages

Farsi

Activity

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