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Paul William Nguyen
About Paul
Biography
- Personal Injury & Car Accident Attorney Serving Orange County & Southern California
- Trial Attorney
- Law School Valedictorian
We work tirelessly to ensure that our client's rights and interests are protected. Not all attorneys are created equal. Some meet you, take your money, appear in court and plead you. The very best do far more. The very best lawyers are out hitting the pavement investigating, interviewing witnesses and consulting with experts.
Practice Areas
7
Practice Areas
Personal Injury
40%
14 years | 2,000 cases
Car Accident
30%
4,000 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in California for 12 years
State: California
Acquired: 2013
No misconduct found
Location
Shield Litigation, LLP.
206 W. 4th St., 3rd Floor, Santa Ana, CA, 92701
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Paul William Nguyen's Reviews
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Posted by James | January 07, 2015 | Criminal Defense
Legal Genius
I had several extremely serious felony charges and it was based upon some items found in my car. Within minutes after telling my story, Mr. Nguyen hopped on his computer and said he could make it all go away. Although it took several months, the judge said that the police broke the law when they sear...
Posted by Michael | January 12, 2014 | Criminal Defense
Highly Responsive and Reasonable Prices
I would highly recommend Mr. Nguyen. He was always available to answer questions and was extremely thorough in his answers. I was charged with a serious crime that would've negatively affected my future job prospects. Mr. Nguyen managed to reduce the charges and negotiate a favorable plea that result...
Paul William Nguyen's Lawyer Endorsements
"A colleague of mine said to me, about a year ago, "Paul is the future of criminal law." My colleague is correct. Paul is just a fabulous attorney. He works hard. He's so intuitively bright, too. Paul stands good with me, and I enjoy his friendship, too. We catch up on the phone about once a week. He hardly ever talks about himself. He's humble, and he gets results. He is not afraid to try a case. Hire Paul in a pinch."
"Paul works hard to get his clients great outcomes. I endorse this lawyer."
"I have called on Paul to help with appearances on my own cases; he has never let me down. Not only is he smart and well-versed in the law, he has the kind of life experience that is most valuable in a courtroom."
"Mr. Nguyen is a relentless litigator and client advocate. His knowledge of the criminal justice system is as impressive as his ability to present his clients as human beings."
"I endorse this lawyer. Paul and I worked together on a Criminal Defense case some time ago and I remember thinking how extremely well prepared he was for our client. Since then, I've heard he has been handling much greater cases including homicide. If I ever get arrested, I would call Paul."
"I endorse this lawyer. Paul is an attorney that not only shows great compassion for the situation his clients find themselves, but will work endlessly to make sure they receive a fair and just result. I am honored to call him a colleague"
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Experience
Honors
2018
Top Attorneys, Orange Coast Magazine
2018
Top Young Lawyers, Los Angeles Magazine
2018
Top 40 under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
Alumni of the Year, Pacific Coast University - School of Law
2017
2017 Young Attorney Award of Excellence, Pacific Coast University School of Law
2017
Top 40 under 40, National Trial Lawyers Association
2017
Top 3 Criminal Defense Lawyers in Garden Grove, CA, Three Best Rated
2017
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2016
Top Young Lawyers, Los Angeles Magazine
2016
Top 5 Criminal Defense Attorneys, Orange County Metro Magazine
2016
Top 10 Criminal Defense Attorneys, Thumbtack
2016
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2016
Top 10 Under 40, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys
2016
Top 3 Criminal Defense Lawyers in Garden Grove, CA, Three Best Rated
2016
Top 10 Attorneys in California, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2015
Client's Choice Award, AVVO
2014
Certification of Trial Advocacy, National Institute for Trial Advocacy
2013
Valedictorian, Pacific Coast University School of Law
Work Experience
2016 - Present
Managing Partner, Shield Litigation, LLP.
2013 - Present
Attorney/Owner, Law Offices of Paul W. Nguyen - Criminal Defense
2008 - 2013
Director, GovStaff
Associations
2016 - Present
Consumer Attorneys Association of Los AngelesMember
2014 - Present
California DUI Lawyers AssociationMember
2014 - Present
California Attorneys for Criminal JusticeMember
2013 - Present
The Private Defenders of California, Inc.Member
2013 - Present
Orange County Bar AssociationMember
2013 - Present
Los Angeles County Bar AssociationMember
2013 - Present
Los Angeles County Criminal Courts Bar AssociationMember
2013 - Present
Orange County Criminal Defense Bar AssociationMember
2013 - Present
Vietnamese American Bar Association of Southern CaliforniaMember
2013 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
2013 - Present
State Bar of California, Criminal Law SectionMember
2013 - Present
United States District Court for the Central District of CaliforniaMember
2013 - Present
California Public Defenders AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
.15 BAC DUI
Hung Jury
3rd Strike
No Jail
Manufacturing Honey Butane Oil, Cocaine Sales, Marijuana Sales
30 days Jail
Life Sentence Exposure
4 Charges dismissed, total sentence 2 years at 50%
Hit and Run w/ Suspended License
License Returned and No Charges filed by DA
Possession of Switchblade
Not Guilty Verdict
Petty Theft
Dismissed
Secret Service Seizure
No Charges filed and Recovery of Property
Education
2013
Pacific Coast University
JD - Juris Doctor w/ Distinction
Speaking Engagements
2015
Professional Networking Event
How to Rebuild your Life after Prison
2013
Law School Graduation
How to Pass the Bar Exam
Publications
2015
Website
Temporary Restraining Orders
2013
Blog
Switchblade Knives
Languages
English
Spanish
Vietnamese
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
What is this inmate notification of detainer receipt?
30 Jun 2016
Q&A
Is operating an on-line INTERNET cafe a felony? If there is a case number does this mean I will be criminally charged?
02 Jun 2016
Q&A
Should I plead 'guilty' or 'no contest' to a fare evasion infraction citation (640 c. 1)?
31 May 2016