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Dennis Gene Merenbach
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Biography
When it comes to experience and results, few Santa Barbara attorneys can match Dennis Merenbach’s achievements. Merenbach has delivered successful outcomes for 1000’s of clients and has an impressive array of legal accomplishments that go far beyond his core practice: Legal Lecturer, Law Teacher, Legal Media Commenter, Arbitrator and Mediator, along with having published legal articles & case opinions.
Merenbach is a Founding Member of California Attorneys for Criminal Justice and a former Board Director. He is a Legal Television Commentor for ABC Affiliate KEYT and served as a Radio Talk Show Host for "You & The Law," on KTMS
Practice Areas
8
Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
30%
11 years
Criminal Defense
25%
11 years
Alimony
10%
11 years
Estate Planning
10%
11 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Pro bono
5 %
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in California for 59 years
State: California
Acquired: 1966
No misconduct found
Location
Dennis G. Merenbach, esq
225 E Carrillo St Ste 202, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
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Dennis Gene Merenbach's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 15 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by anonymous | July 29, 2015
DUI
He got my DUI dismissed after collecting significant information with regard to how my stop was handled. I am in Ventura County, and he was recommended by a friend in Santa Barbara. Very impressed with his abilities, and professionalism. He was very compassionate with regard to this being my first DU...
Posted by anonymous | July 29, 2015
Custody Case
Mr. Merenbach handled a custody case for me. He was truly professional, honest and supportive. In the end, I got everything I asked for; and we were up against a nasty battle with my ex. I recommend him to every one for any type of legal advice. He is pure no non-sense, intelligent and well respected...
Posted by William | June 30, 2015
Non-Profits
Mr. Merenbach has been very helpful in answering questions about and drafting legal forms for our non-profit organization. I recommend him for quick and detailed answers to complex questions. W. R. Tanner
Posted by Gregory | June 12, 2015
A lawyer, not just an attorney
Mr. Merenbach personifies what we all wish our lawyer to be. He is smart, and wise; he is honest and ethical; it is clear that he is respected and admired by the judges and his peers. Mr. Merenbach reminds me of how law used to be practiced, before the pit bulls took over. He believes in trying to ke...
Posted by anonymous | June 10, 2015
Best !
He is by far one of the best Attorneys!!!!!!!! Attorney Merenbach is on top of his cases he is prepared and always keeps clients informed.....He is there when you need him.
Dennis Gene Merenbach's Lawyer Endorsements
"Dennis Merenbach is a consummate professional. He is honest, caring and always fights for his clients. Dennis has mentored me and many other lawyers through their law career. I hold Dennis in the highest regard and endorse this lawyer."
"Merenbach is an amazing trial attorney. I worked with him in trial and I have witnessed him give the best defense in my career. I endorse this lawyer."
"Dennis Merenbach has superior skills in all phases of the practice of law. He fights for his clients at every turn of their case. He is a highly qualified professional."
"I have known Dennis Merenbach on a personal and professional level for over 30 years, having been a tenant of his professional office building since @1982. I have had a succesful legal career due in part to the mentoring that he provided to me over the years. I can say without reservation that Dennis is known and deserves to be known as not only one of the best trial lawyers in Santa Barbara but he also possesses a great legal mind and always seems to know the right thing to do. The AVVO form only allowed selection of one area of the law to endorse him for but I know him be extremely competent in the areas of Criminal Law, Cilvil Litigation of all kinds, Family Law, Business and Property Law, and many others. He is extremely personable, elegant in his ways, and considered to be one of the most distinguished attorneys in the Santa Barbara legal community and any client would, in my opinion, be fortunate indeed to be represented or advised by Dennis Merenbach."
"Dennis has all of the training and expertise to obtain extremely positive results in many areas of the law, including personal injury, marital disputes, criminal and business litigation. I endorse this lawyer."
"Dennis Merenbach is an outstanding attorney and I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Dennis Merenbach is the highest caliber attorney in Santa Barbara. Outstanding!"
"I endorse this lawyer. Dennis Merenbach is unmatched in his experience, trial record and knowledge. He is the absolute best."
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Experience
Honors
2015
10 Best Client Satisfaction Award, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2008
Award of High Distinction: Improving Criminal Justice System, California Attorneys for Criminal Justice
Work Experience
1986 - Present
Partner, Merenbach Law
1969 - 1986
Partner, Merenbach and Luc
1966 - 1969
Partner, Henderson and Merenbach
Associations
1982 - Present
California Public Defender's AssociationMember
1973 - Present
California Attorneys for Criminal JusticeFounding Member - Former Board Director
1968 - Present
United States Supreme CourtMember
1968 - Present
Santa Barbara County Bar AssociationMember
1966 - Present
California State Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
1000's of cases with successful outcome
Wins, Dismissed or Reduction
$1.8 Million Award
Win
Felony death, manslaughter and many other felonies
dismissed
Arion W.
acquitted
Robert L.
dismissed
Jonas M.
dismissed
Mike M.
dismissed
Rodney H
reduced to a Wet reckless
Jon M.
Prevented Adult adjudication
Sam M,
Prevented Adult adjudication
Education
1973
Harvard Law School at Boston, Massachusetts
Legal Advocacy
1966
Loyola Law School, Loyola Marymount University
Juris Doctor
1961
USC: University of Southern California
Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
1997
California State Bar
Criminal Section
1992
California Attorneys for Criminal Justice
Criminal Law
Publications
1993
Book, Fithian Press
"How to be an Expert Witness"
1986
Boulas v. Superior Court
188 Cal. App. 3rd 422 •233 Cal. Rptr. 487
Languages
Chinese, Wu
Chinese, Xiang
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers