Ricardo Alfredo Nicol

Ricardo Alfredo Nicol

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 36 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Santa Ana, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

1633 E 4th St Ste 102, Santa Ana, CA

About Ricardo

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Criminal Defense 100%

CERTIFIED SPECIALIST - CRIMINAL LAW The State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization * FREE INITIAL CONSULTATION * All California Courts & Federal Courts * Bail Reduction Hearings * Felony & Misdemeanor Jury Trials * Alternative Sentencing & Rehab Referral * DMV Hearings * Expungements & Pardons * Deportation for Criminal History *

37 years | 4,200 cases

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 36 years

State: California

Acquired: 1989

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Ricardo Alfredo Nicol

1633 E 4th St Ste 102, Santa Ana, CA, 92701

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Ricardo Alfredo Nicol's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

10 Client Reviews

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Posted by Agustin Gonzalez | April 30, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Best of the best

Small or big he is your guy very satisfied and stress free!really appreciate your work

Posted by David | January 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Excellent lawyer and mentor

Ricardo has helped me in many ways over the years. I picked up a number of criminal cases -- mostly alcohol related. Ricardo did a great job on all of my cases -- and some were pretty serious. He kept me out prison, and got judges to give me chances to get myself together. Ricardo cared about me ...as person, and he was always there to encourage me when I was in rehab and going to AA. Today I'm sober, I have my family and my job back, and I'm getting my record cleaned up. Thanks Ricardo.

Posted by Sylvia | November 15, 2018 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

A very good lawyer and a very understanding person !!

I hired Ricardo to represent me in a DUI case. He got me a much better result than I expected. I was very nervous when I went to court. He explained everything to me very well and answered all my questions. He walked me through the entire process. He was very kind and patient. If you are looki...ng for a very good lawyer who is also a gentleman, Ricardo is a great choice.

Posted by Miguel iniguez | April 16, 2017 | Hired Attorney

Criminal case

This is the best Attorney I recommend him he resolved my situation the way he promised me thank you so much

Posted by Adam | November 01, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

I was in TROUBLE

First off, I felt completely relaxed when I entered his office. I was immediately reassured that everything was going to be taken care of. Ricardo even got the whole story figured out in a couple of days, super quick service! When the court date was issued, Ricks staff called me and everything was i...n stone. Amazing service and Ricardo will go to fight for you. I will be returning if I ever have legal problems.

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Lisa Kopelman

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 20

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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James McIntosh

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"In Rick's office is a 2 x 3 foot picture of a man shooting at people in a bar. It was the key evidence in a District Attorney's "easy case". Rick's result: Not Guilty. Even the client couldn't believe he was free. The stunned DA gave Rick the evidence as congratulations. Rick was in trial because he knew he had figured out the weakness that would win the case. Instead of life in prison, the client is free. Rick won't brag. If you ask, he will tell you how he wins so often. I can tell you, he holds the highest rank an enlisted man can hold in the United States Army - full Colonel. He has the same commitment to his clients that got him to the top in the U.S. Army. He just will not let go until he succeeds. I had at least 3 Co-D cases with Rick and won them. If you are reading this, go now and hire Rick. Your chance will increase 100%. He is your one smart choice and opportunity to have success in your case."

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Harold Conde

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 06

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. Not only is he a certified specialist in criminal law he is always focused on the client as a human being who can become a better person through his representation. He is particularly gifted in representing and helping clients with drug or alcohol related criminal issues to get their lives back on track."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | May 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Ricardo. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Daniel Grupenhagen

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Nichol is a shrewd and wiley advocate for his clients. I have seen him get extremely good results. I would recommend him if you need a skilled, compassionate advocate."

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Staycie Sena

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2011

Certified Specialist - Criminal Law, The State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization

2010

Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1989 - Present

Owner, Law Office of Ricardo A. Nicol

1978 - 2011

Colonel, United States Army (Active & Reserve)

Associations

2010 - Present

Orange County Criminal Defense Bar Association

Member

2009 - Present

North Orange County Bar Association

Member

1990 - Present

South Orange County Bar Association

Past President

1990 - Present

West Orange County Bar Association

Past President

1990 - Present

Orange County Bar Association

Member

1990 - Present

Newport Harbor Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Attempted Murder - Multiple Counts

All Felony Charges Dismissed - Client Released

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Education

1989

McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific

JD - Juris Doctor

1977

University of San Francisco

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

Spanish

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