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Creative and skilled criminal defense lawyer with a focus on mentally ill defendants. Representing clients with compassion and tenacity, I bring innovative solutions to complex legal challenges and work tirelessly to secure favorable outcomes and protect the rights of my clients. Through advocacy and innovative strategies, I strive to make a meaningful impact in the lives of those I represent.
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Acquired: 2026
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Acquired: 2021
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789 S Victoria Ave., Suite 200, Ventura, CA, 93003
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Posted by anonymous | July 03, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Mental Health Diversion
We engaged Lessem Newstat & Toosan to help a mental health related case. It was our first experience navigating the complex US legal system and where many charges were made. Ricky Worsfold and team supported us through the process. We are very happy with the advice along the way. From getting out of ...
Posted by Shannon Meisch | June 12, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Rick Evans Worsfold, Esq.
Mr. Worsfold, or Ricky, as we knew, displayed an incredible work, personal, timely, and knowledgeable ethics of case. He helped us to understand the language and law of the case and what to expect from the DMV, DA, and or court. His compassion for the situation helped my son to speak at ease with Ri...
Posted by anonymous | May 21, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Competent and compassionate
Ricky was phenomenal. He understood the legal issues very comprehensibly. In addition, he understood the challenging mental health issues of the case and went the extra distance to help. Arianna, the paralegal was an integral part of the team and was extraordinarily responsive and supportive. They do...
Posted by anonymous | December 08, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Most Confident Lawyer & Trustworthy Lawyer
Being charged for 3 counts of Felony, I thought I was going to do jail time and career will be ruined. Contacting this law firm, they gave me Rick and he told me I’m in good hands and promise me I won’t do jail time. It was hard to believe, but DAM! He worked his magic and had the best outcome. Even ...
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J.D., magna cum laude, Order of the Coif
2016
Bachelor of Mathematics
English
Legal Answers
Can a death threat charge (now 3rd strike) be dropped or reduced to misdemeanor if caused by a mental condition
23 Apr 2025
.15BAC camarillo
17 Apr 2025
Why isn't it malicious prosecution or a violation of your due process for an undercover to pose as 14 and not 16 in a sting?
22 Apr 2025