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I have focused my legal career entirely on criminal law, as I have a passion for protecting those accused of criminal conduct from the powers that be. This passion is rooted in the notion that by protecting the rights of my clients', I am also protecting the rights of society as a whole, especially in the state-ist times in which we live.
Having earned a Bachelor's Degree in Political Science at the University of California, Santa Barbara, I am accutely aware that unchecked executive power is a cancer to a free and just society. At the front line of the war being waged on society's freedoms and linberties, are criminal defense attornies, who provide the necessary check on governmental action, and fight to ensure that our society remains free and open, the essential hallmarks of Western Civilization.
Outside the courtroom, I enjoy surfing, hiking, and volunteering my time to help those less fortunate.
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Posted by Alex | December 6, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Scott was upfront and honest at all times during my case. He put aside court cases for me as I was finishing up a program in healthcare. Once I finished and graduated school, we dealt with the case and my results came out the best I think they could have. I think reaching out to The Law Office of Sco...
Posted by Sam | November 19, 2015 | Hired Attorney
Scott is a true professional. In the moment that I needed him most, he was there. Aside from being a fundamentally sound, tactical attorney, what stood out to me most about Scott was his care and concern for me. The entire time I worked with him, I felt comfortable and knew that I was working with th...
Posted by ddolore | July 2, 2015
Getting arrested was one of the scariest moments of my life. I am so thankful to have been introduced to Scott Thomas by my cousin the next day. He immediately put me at ease and made going to court a painless experience. He had the entire case and all charges dropped with a brilliant motion to suppr...
Posted by Brian | March 10, 2015
I was charged with a felony strike as well as some other misdemeanors. I had another attorney who literally did nothing for four months and was saying that we would have to go to preliminary hearing, and after that trial, which would cost $20k. This guy never returned my calls and didn't do anythin...
"Scott is talented, hard working, and honest. He is committed to his clients and puts time and attention into every case. I wholeheartedly endorse him for any criminal defense matter."
"Smart. Committed. Charming. It is no surprise that Scott's results are so good. With his level of commitment to protect his client, he leaves nothing to chance. Without hesitation, I'd recommend him to a friend."
"I have known Scott as an attorney for several years. As a civil litigator, I am periodically confronted with crossover criminal issues in my cases. Scott is the first attorney I contact whenever I have questions related to potential criminal issues. In all of the matters I have referred to Scott, he has achieved overwhelming success."
"Scott is tough is nails, and I endorse him without reservation. On the one hand, he's going places since he's rather new to the profession, but on the other hand -- and most importantly -- he's already arrived. He knows how to treat clients well, and he fights hard for them. He's easy to get along with, but he can turn on the heat when need be. Any client is in good hands with Scott, and I can vouch for him personally."
DUI and DWI lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
2019
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
10 Best, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2017
10 Best Attorneys, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys
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Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2013 - Present
Owner/ Attorney, Law Office of Scott C. Thomas
2011 - 2013
Associate Attorney, Law Offices of Glew & Kim
2011 - 2011
Associate Attorney, The Moore Law Group, A Professional Corporation
2010 - 2010
TAP Deputy District Attorney, Orange County District Attorney's Office
2006 - 2006
Judicial Intern, Superior Court Of California, County Of Santa Barbara
2014 - Present
Elite OCEducation Chair
2005 - Present
Orange County Bar Association
2005 - Present
Los Angeles County Bar Association
Reversal of Conviction
2010
LL.M - Master of Laws
2009
JD - Juris Doctor
2005
BA - Bachelor of Arts
English
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