Barbara Jolene Lewis

Barbara Jolene Lewis

3.3
Rating: 6.6

Licensed for 20 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Ventura, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

800 S Victoria Ave, Ventura, CA

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Criminal Defense 100%

Public Defender

24 years

100%

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 20 years

State: California

Acquired: 2005

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Law Offices of Barbara Jolene Lewis

800 S Victoria Ave, Ventura, CA, 93009

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Barbara Jolene Lewis's Reviews

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3.3 /5.0

7 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Criminal Defense

Posted by James | March 05, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

She's great at what she does

Barbara, was assigned my case in June or so of 2018. She was attentive, she returned my calls, she spoke with me regarding the case and was really like a level headed friend. She always acted like she cared and always told me the truth. She was credible, powerful and determined and we were ready to ...go to trial. The prosecution waivered and stumbled on a bit of their evidence gathering and Mrs. Lewis was there to illuminate it. She is just as excellent in the detective and fact gathering part of my case as she was pressing the prosecution during the pre trial motions and the many court appearances leading up to the actual case. The prosecution ended up dropping the case, and Mrs Lewis had saved me from being charged with a crime I didn't commit. Ive never had a public defender before (I hope I never do again) But if you're in a position of needing an attorney, I couldn't give a more sincere recommendation of Mrs. Lewis's attorney services for both legal and personal support.

Posted by Daniel Clark | May 23, 2018 | Criminal Defense

Entrepreneur Danomite "louder Than Bombs"

She failed to represent my best interests my freedom,I was in custody for almost three actual long months,I went to law library 3-4 times per week seeking knowledge of the law pertaining to my case fighting for my freedom and learned that I qualified for an O.R so I got out on an O.R at my persuading... her on the law.I lost faith in the system,I will never be "free"in respect to trusting in justice ever again my for my innocence has been taken away for good,and now has replaced with deep mistrust and fear of the world,I will never be the same. Seeking justice, Daniel

Posted by Preston | February 25, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Super lawyer

Barbara Lewis is by far one of the best lawyers i have come across. Not only is she beautiful she's intelligent as well and knows her way around the courtroom.I had numerous sales cases with Transportation charges,enhancements excetera and I agreed and signed to a pretty good deal with the the DA's ...office but after signing with the DA's office Barbara still convinced the judge to take 2 more years off my sentence, these Court hearings were a very stressful time in my life but she answered my calls regularly and tried to comfort me with positive information and let me know that she will fight for me amd that's exactly what she did. Thank you Barbara for not giving up and allowing me to be home to my newborn child, sincerely and respectfully ,Preston

Posted by Kevin | July 25, 2014 | Criminal Defense

Barbara Lewis non responsive lawyer

Barbara Lewis is representing my daughter as a public defender. She has been non responsive to any phone calls and has answered one out of three emails. She missed my daughters last hearing so we are literally in the dark for another four months until the new hearing date. My daughter had a miscar...riage while in jail on July 3, 2014. I tried to get a doctor to see her in jail, contacted Ms. Lewis by phone and email with again no response, where she was going to see my daughter to get permission to speak with me. That was over six weeks ago and nothing has transpired. My daughter went in to jail with a $65K bail, it is now $90K. My daughter wants to plea but has NEVER been visited by Ms. Lewis. during her incarceration but rather is met half hour before her first hearing. There is no legal strategy and no information forthcoming to either myself or my daughter. I would give Ms. Lewis the lowest rating of -0.

Barbara Lewis

Replied last July 25, 2014

This is an unfortunate review. Due to confidentiality requirements, I am unable to confer with family members regarding the details of a client's case without express consent from the client. At the point that I received such consent, I am responsive to concerned family members. The allegation of being left "four months in the dark" is inaccurate. This client was arraigned on her charges less than two months ago. I did a preliminary hearing with this client, and then I was in two different trials with other clients, who deserved my undivided attention while I was before a jury in their matters. I asked a colleague to appear on behalf of this client and request a short continuance until I concluded my trial. In no way has this client been detrimented by the representation provided. A defense attorney, contrary to popular belief, has very little to do with much of what happens to a client. For example, bail is set according to a schedule. The circumstance of the client's miscarriage are sad, but in no way is defense counsel responsible for that occurrence. Finally, I will note the inaccuracy of being "hired" by this reviewer. I am a public defender and his daughter's case was assigned to me. I am very committed to public service, and most of my clients are grateful for my help.

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Nicholas Rosenberg

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Barbara Lewis as a tough criminal lawyer who really cares about her clients. I have worked in the same office with her twice as a public defender, and know that she is a meticulous and prepared advocate who has achieved many difficult trial victories, felony and misdemeanor. She is very focused and is a go getter who enjoys a good reputation in the central coast legal community."

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Experience

Rating:  6.6 (Good)

Work Experience

2007 - Present

Attorney Level III, Ventura County Office of the Public Defender

Sample of Legal Cases

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Education

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George Mason Univ SOL

law

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Univ of Arizona

undergraduate

Languages

English

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