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Scott W. Dicus
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Biography
Attorney Scott Dicus handles criminal defense, traffic and felony and misdemeanor post conviction matters. Having worked in the Orange County District Attorney’s Office, Scott understands legal matters from multiple perspectives, helping him to carefully evaluate his clients’ needs and prepare the best case possible. He has successfully argued motions on behalf of his clients in 37 California counties.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
24%
17 years | 451 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in California for 15 years
State: California
Acquired: 2010
No misconduct found
Licensed in Illinois for 12 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 2013
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Scott Dicus
200 N. Main St., 2nd Floor, Santa Ana, CA, 92701
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What Clients Mention
Case Results (17)
Advocacy (9)
Recommendation (9)
Responsiveness (7)
Professionalism (6)
Practice Area Knowledge (5)
Character & Conduct (4)
Communication Style (4)
Cost of Services (4)
Compassion (3)
General Knowledge (3)
Trustworthiness (2)
Free Consultations (1)
Punctuality (1)
Staff & Support (1)
Showing 1 - 5 of 7 reviews | Responsiveness
Posted by Jamiee Bautista | September 01, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Scott is a Great and professional Attorney
I am so happy to find Mr. Scott, he took away my warranty quickly he is really fast on clearing up everything and he represent me in every court I had he’s really dedicated and professional Attorney that made things easier for me.
Posted by Anthony V | July 14, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Expungement
Felony expungement
I hired Mr Dicus in 2015 to help with getting a felony expunged that was keeping me from getting employed. I admit it wasn't easy but Mr Dicus kept trying and never gave up. Long story short I proved to the judge I have been rehabilitated. And my prior felony charge was a mistake that I made in my yo...
Posted by bet | June 01, 2014 | Criminal Defense
He's there to help, even on a Sunday
I had questions regarding my son's probation. Mr. Dicus responded immediately, ON A SUNDAY! I will contact Mr. Dicus in a year and a half when my son's probation is ready for early termination consideration. Thanks for your help!
Posted by Zachary | July 12, 2013 | Divorce & Separation
Excellent Attorney
I recently went through a one-sided divorce, and in the beginning, it was very overwhelming and I had no idea how to begin the process. Thankfully, a friend referred me to Mr. Dicus who was very personable and walked me through each step. He was always available to answer my questions and kept me upd...
Posted by anonymous | April 02, 2013 | Expungement
Very honest and quick
I stumble on Mr. Dicus's website quickly called him and left a message. He gave me a brief consultation over the phone on Friday and on the following Monday the process for getting my record expunged was file on that very day. I'd email him from time to time and he would quickly respond to any questi...
Scott W. Dicus's Lawyer Endorsements
"Scott is a very capable, intelligent, and hard working attorney. I highly recommend Scott for any criminal defense case."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I have referred many cases to Scott Discus and every single client had nothing but great things to say about him. He achieved great results for those clients. I highly recommend him."
"I endorse Scott. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"Scott is a very knowledgeable and helpful attorney. His clients speak very well of him. He has always taken the time to educate me about his practice area, which has helped me more effectively represent my clients. Scott is a selfless, family-oriented attorney who I would highly recommend to anybody looking for representation related to bankruptcy, family law, or criminal defense."
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Experience
Honors
2009
CALI Excellence for the Future Award, www.cali.org
2007
Full Merit Tuition Scholarship, Chapman University School of Law
Work Experience
2010 - Present
Managing Partner, Goodman & Dicus
2009 - 2009
Law Clerk, District Attorney's Office
Associations
Orange County Bankruptcy Forum
Attorney Member
California Public Defenders Association
Attorney Member
North Orange County Bar Association
Attorney Member
Sample of Legal Cases
People v. xxxxx
Felony expunged
People v. xxxxx
Felony expunged & reduced
People v. xxxxx
Early Probation Termination & Expungement
In re xxxxx
Certificate of Rehabilitation Granted & Pardon Recommended
Education
N/A
Chapman University School of Law
Juris Doctor
N/A
University of California - Los Angeles
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2012
Job Fair
Criminal Record Expungements
Publications
2011
Orange Magazine
The Essentials Of Estate Planning
Languages
Spanish
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Traveling out of the country on formal probation?
23 Oct 2013
Q&A
Can felony convictions be retroactively reduced to misdemeanors?
01 Mar 2013
Q&A
PC 1203.4 and visiting Canada
07 Feb 2013