Mindy H McQueen

Mindy H McQueen

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 37 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Ventura, CA
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI

840 County Square Drive, Ventura, CA

About Mindy

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

DUI and DWI 100%

Practice limited to DUI defense and DMV hearings. Creative and aggressive representation, with focus on obtaining the best possible outcome for clients.

37 years

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 27 years

State: California

Acquired: 1998

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Alaska for 37 years

State: Alaska

Acquired: 1988

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Mindy H McQueen Attorney At Law

840 County Square Drive, Ventura, CA, 93003

Law Offices of Mindy H McQueen

1000 Paseo Camarillo, Suite 100, Camarillo, CA, 93010-0747

Law Offices of Mindy H McQueen

2144 N Cahuenga Blvd, Hollywood, CA, 90068

Law Offices of Mindy H McQueen

2655 First Street, Suite 205, Simi Valley, CA, 93065

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Mindy H McQueen's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

97 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 15 reviews | Compassion

Posted by anonymous | February 28, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes

An Attorney that Cares

At our first meeting, I knew hiring Mindy was the right choice. She told me she cared about her clients and it turned out to be true. I felt my case was doomed from the start, but Mindy fought for me every step of the way (and still is!). She is very friendly, smart, hard working and doesn't give ...up! She knows the system and the people in it - and her approach will put you at ease. At the same time, she was very truthful about my situation and didn't sugar coat a thing. These are scary situations and it's nice to have someone who will be honest with you and figure out the best possible course of action. I would definitely recommend her.

Posted by ldilley20 | February 06, 2013 | DUI & DWI

Mindy McQueen will be highly recommended by me any day!!!

Mindy was and still is very attentive to my DUI case. She handled everything for me in a timely and professional manner. Not only did she care for me as a client but she also cared for my well being as a client, she also cared about my well being when I lost my job. I was sorta a pain in the butt for... her at first because of my hectic work schedule but she kept me on my toes about handling my case so she could get me the best deal possible. I find it to be absurd anyone could say she doesn't answer emails or phone calls. She was very diligent and quick to respond to any questions or concerns I had about my case. She also gave me more than a fair deal on my fees and gave me an ample amPle amount of time to come up with the payment. She worked very hard for me and even when I set a court date myself I didn't know she would be in the court room that morning but when the judge had noticed I was her client he asked if she would be needed to respond for me. Although I could've handled this myself she insisted on going up and requesting a later date for y furlough so I could quickly get out of court an to work. She definitely goes above and beyond for her clients even when she doesn't have to. She most definitely is the best DUI attorney in Ventura county, and I highly recommend her services to anyone.

Posted by Michael | June 20, 2012 | DUI & DWI

Mindy McQueen - miracle worker!

I thought all was lost when I was pulled over on 12/31/11 in LA County. Now as of June 13, I can breathe a sigh of relief! Long story short I blew a 0.10 and the blood came back 0.11 - not good. The police report was not helping my case and Mindy knew she had her work cut out. In the end my DUI en...ded up a wet reckless thanks to her tireless efforts! She started with the DMV - kept me driving until June 27 (the date I requested and she was able to obtain...who knew?!). She had me sign up for the 3 month alcohol class early which made the judge happy (not to mention I can drive for the 1st month of it). In court the case got delayed because of the cops mess up, then delayed again due to circumstances beyond our control. Ended up being a blessing. It was so obvious that the DA and judge had a lot of respect for Mindy. She was able to talk the DA into a wet reckless at the last minute and saved me a bunch of money and the headache of an interlock device, further suspension and a DUI on my record. As a side note, she was able to get an early appearance the day before my actual court date. My grandfather died and I needed to leave town at the last minute. I truly thought I would miss the funeral, but thanks to Mindy the judge offered his condolences and then sent me on my way to LAX where I made a photo finish in catching my place. Because of Mindy I was able to eulogize my grandfather and say goodbye. This woman is a Saint! Listen to everything she tells you and do what she says and you can't go wrong. She is not the cheapest - but in the long run she's a bargain. You will get what you pay for, the best representation around!

Posted by anonymous | January 08, 2012 | DUI & DWI

Great results and very happy

Without a doubt, Mindy McQueen, was the best lawyer to handle my DUI/Child endangerment case. I was recommended to her by my first lawyer who said the case was not for him and Mindy knew Ventura County Court system best. Mindy is a busy lawyer for a good reason and she took the time to return calls... often after hours. I was scared, but once I heard Mindy's confidence I completely followed her direction and advice. I had a high BAC and two children in the car. Mindy succeeded in getting the child endangerment dismissed, jail time served, no work release and a shorter DUI program, and concurrent suspension and restriction of my drivers license. Best of all Mindy gave me my life back to be with my family. Mindy is caring, extremely detailed and straightforward and got me the best results in a bad case. Other attorneys, my alcohol councilor and friends (with DUI's) couldn't believe what Mindy accomplished for me. I owe Mindy the greatest amount of gratitude one could give. She can help you too.

Posted by Jon | July 24, 2011 | DUI & DWI

If you face a DUI the best thing you can do is hire Mindy McQueen

Hiring Mindy McQueen was hands-down the best thing I did when dealing with my DUI charge. As an attorney myself, I know the differences between great lawyers and the other kinds, and Mindy is simply great. From our first conversation, it was clear that she has unparalleled knowledge in this area ...- it's the focus of her practice. She explained every step of the process in a clear way and most importantly, was kind. Dealing with this process can make you feel pretty terrible, and the empathy and warmth that Mindy showed throughout was a welcome antidote to the darkness. I cannot say enough about Mindy and her availability - she was always available to talk, even calling me from her cell phone outside of offices hours to get in touch. And most importantly, because this area is her focus, she was able to get a stunning result for me, despite high blood test numbers, securing a plea for a reduced charge from a DUI that seemed impossible. This was certainly due to her relationship with the City Attorney (who greeted her with a hug, the day we were in Court) and her strategic thinking on my case, including her idea to get character references to support our case. If you are unfortunate enough to face a DUI/DWI charge, the best thing you can do is hire Mindy.

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Mindy H McQueen's Lawyer Endorsements

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Grace Matejka

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jul 02

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse Mindy McQueen. I've had the opportunity to see her in action and if I were on the opposite side and my good name were at stake, she would be my choice as my counsel."

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Jon Pettis

Unknown lawyer | Apr 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Barry Simons

DUI and DWI lawyer | Mar 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer's work: As a former Dean of the National College for DUI Defense I have had the opportunity to meet and work with hundreds of lawyers throughout the State of California and throughout the Nation. I can say without hesitation that Mindy McQeen is a standout. She has the skills, she has the knowledge, she has the respect of the Court. She fights for her clients and never forgets the importance of compassion and communication. Mindy has worked with me on several cases in Ventura and has proven herself to be a true professional."

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Joshua Dale

DUI and DWI lawyer | Mar 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Mindy's work and recommend you talk to her about your case right away after arrest - if you are a lawyer who needs a great DUI lawyer, give Mindy a call about your, or your client's, case."

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Kenneth Matejka

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Mindy McQueen because she is an excellent DUI defense (and DMV hearings) attorney of extremely high moral standards. But she's not just a terrific lawyer who gets great results for her clients, she is also a wonderful, compassionate person who is a pleasure to talk to. I recommend her without qualification to anyone with a Ventura County DUI case and would certainly hire her myself if I were in that situation."

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Donald Worley

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jun 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Mindy McQueen enjoys a superior reputation in Ventura County as a tenacious attorney who fights hard for her clients. Ventura County is a tough community for DUI cases, but Mindy consistently achieves great results for her clients. She's a born fighter, and her practice is limited to DUI Defense and DMV Hearings, so she is at the top of her game. If you are arrested for DUI in Ventura County, your first order of business should be to hire Mindy McQueen to help you."

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Lynn Gorelick

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jun 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mindy is hard working, ethical and represents her clients with integrity. Mindy, although an expert in DUI law, never ceases to increase her knowledge by attending continuing education in advanced issues related to her practice. You will be well served having Mindy handle your case."

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George Mueller

DUI and DWI lawyer | Apr 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work for a multitude of reasons: brilliance, veracity, professionalism, competence, consumer satisfaction and DUI ingenuity. Camarillo is lucky to have her expertise. www.SanDiegoDUIhelp.com"

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James Forslund

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 03

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer's work. She know her stuff."

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William Makler

DUI and DWI lawyer | Dec 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mindy McQueen is an outstanding lawyer and is, by far, the best choice if you are facing a DUI charge in Ventura or Los Angeles County. Mindy fights hard for her clients in Court and before the DMV and achieves outstanding results. She has kept many a hard working person on the road, and out of jail, in spite of tough laws and hard-nosed prosecutors. Mindy is hard-working, personable, insightful, and, because of these traits, she enjoys a state-wide reputation for her excellent efforts defending people charged with DUI."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Notable, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2018

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2017

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2010

Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2009

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2006

Award of Excellence, DUI-Help.com

Work Experience

2000 - Present

, Law Offices of Mindy H. McQueen

1989 - 1996

Assistant District Attorney, District Attorney's Office

Associations

2013 - Present

National Trial Lawyers: Top 100

Member

2005 - Present

Women of National College DUI Defense

Member

2003 - Present

National College of DUI Defense

Member

2002 - Present

California DUI Lawyers Association

Member

2002 - Present

California Attorneys for Criminal Justice

Member

2002 - Present

Women Lawyers of Ventura County

Member

2002 - Present

California Public Defenders Association

Member

2002 - Present

Ventura County Criminal Defense Bar

Member

1998 - Present

State Bar of California

Member

1998 - Present

Ventura County Bar Association

Member

1988 - Present

Alaska Bar Association

Member

2004 - 2005

Women Lawyers of Ventura County

President

Sample of Legal Cases

People v. K.F.

Not Guilty on 2 priors

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Education

1988

University of Denver College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1985

University of Washington

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2010

Public Defenders

DUI Defense & DMV Hearings

2006

DMV and the Senior Driver

Senior Driver Issues

1994

Alaska Teacher's Seminar

Formal Probation

1994

Alaska Police Academy

Testifying in Court, Search Warrants, Police Procedures

Languages

English

Activity

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