Ms. Sharifi graduated from the University of California, Berkeley, School of Law. She received her undergraduate degree from University of California at Irvine, graduating cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology & Social Behavior.
Languages spoken
Farsi
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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CA | Active | 2012 | 06/20/2022 |
Legal answers | 17 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Southern California Rising Stars | Super Lawyers | 2018 |
Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2017 |
Lawyer of distinction | Lawyers of Distinction | 2016 |
Iranian-American Award for Legal Advocacy | IAAHM | 2011 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Owner | Sharifi Defense Group | 2016 - Present |
In-House Counsel | Solid Landings Behavioral Health | 2015 - 2015 |
Associate | Law Offices Of Vincent J. La Barbera, Jr. | 2012 - 2015 |
LRA/DDA | Sacramento County District Attorney's Office | 2012 - 2012 |
Law Clerk | Orange County District Attorney's Office | 2011 - 2011 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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South Asian Bar Association | Member | 2016 - Present |
West Orange County Bar Association | Member | 2015 - Present |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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UC Berkeley SOL Boalt Hall | JD - Juris Doctor | 2012 |
University of California - Irvine | B.A. | 2007 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Cleaning Up Your Criminal Record | Expungements/Certificates of Rehabilitation | 2015 |
Case name | Outcome |
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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 |
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Adam Ford, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 13, 2017
Relationship: Co-worker
Maryam is dedicated, hardworking, and focused on getting great results. She is truly an advocate and an excellent attorney.
Joshua Falakassa, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 23, 2017
Relationship: Other
I endorse this lawyer.
Adam Ford, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 13, 2017
Relationship: Co-worker
Maryam is dedicated, hardworking, and focused on getting great results. She is truly an advocate and an excellent attorney.
Joshua Falakassa, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 23, 2017
Relationship: Other
I endorse this lawyer.
Kirsten Cinquemani, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 6, 2016
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.
Roya Rohani, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 2, 2016
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.
Mahsa Rohani, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 1, 2016
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.
Richard Beada, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 1, 2016
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.
Vincent LaBarbera, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 27, 2016
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.
Jennifer Holden, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 27, 2016
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.
Gazal Pour-Moezzi, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 25, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Maryam is an incredibly thoughtful, passionate and smart advocator. I strongly endorse her as a criminal defense attorney.
Crystal Davieau, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 24, 2016
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.
Rabiah Rahman, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 24, 2016
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.
Pratik Shah, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 24, 2016
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.
Bart Kasperowicz, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 16, 2014
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.
Sara Watson, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 15, 2013
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.