Sanford Horowitz

Sanford Horowitz

also known as Sandy Horowitz, Sanford C Horowitz

4.9
Rating: 8.8

Licensed for 17 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Santa Barbara, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence, DUI & DWI, Expungement

1032 Santa Barbara Street, Santa Barbara, CA

About Sanford

Biography

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Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 17 years

State: California

Acquired: 2008

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Horowitz Law

1032 Santa Barbara Street, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

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Sanford Horowitz's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

33 Client Reviews

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Posted by Michael | February 08, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Couldn't Have Asked for a Better Attorney

I was referred to Sandford by my defendant's attorney and since I first called him in a state of panic about my charges. He was empathetic, caring, and optimistic since the first time we spoke. He was sympathetic to every fear and every question I had and he always dispelled my worries with clear, un...derstandable, and logically reasoning and knowledge derived from an overwhelmingly obvious wealth of legal experience. He demanded that I be represented fairly in court and pursued an amazing defense that ended in the complete dismissal of three seriously and potentially life altering theft charges. If Sandford hadn't been my attorney I am sure my case wouldn't have ended so miraculously. He is an honest, trustworthy, and obviously brilliant attorney who has an obvious passion for helping people be treated fairly in the eyes of the law. I'd recommend him to anyone who needs an attorney who not only gives you the best legal services possible, but also the empathy and humanity that people deserve, even when they have made a mistake.

Posted by Rachelle | February 07, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Sanford Horowitz - What a Blessing!

Hiring Sanford Horowitz to represent me in my recent DUI case was the best decision I could have made! He was understanding and offered not only great legal advice, but compassion for what I was going through. This was one of the toughest times in my life, however, knowing he was by my side to repr...esent me gave me great comfort when I was down. He is an excellent Attorney and was able to get me an outcome that I did not think was possible. He was able to work with the DA to reduce a Felony charge to a Misdemeanor which in turn has saved my life with respect to my Career, my Children, and my overall Self Esteem! I would recommend Sandford Horowitz to anyone who is feeling helpless and needs some "light at the end of the tunnel!" He was an absolute Blessing!

Posted by Elliot | January 26, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

One of the best

The Horowitz family from the begging let me know they had my back and were gunna fight for me. He pushed for me to get a release so i could continue work and worked with DA to set up a deal that worked with the judge as well. Anytime i had concerns or questions Mr. Horowitz was always there to help. ...He let me know if he wasn't available that his team would be able to assist me as well. He put him self out there for me when needing to go to court and other meeting outside of court related to my case. Sanford was recommended by my old lawyer Mr. Eaton and am so happy for it. I will continue to use him in any cases i hopefully do not got.

Posted by Kris | December 04, 2016 | Hired Attorney

Amazing Lawyer!

Mr. Horowitz is one of the best... During my case he was always there to answer all my questions. Words can't describe how amazing he is. I was going through a very difficult time in my life, and I am extremely lucky I had Mr. Horowitz as my Attorney. He made it possible to start over again!! I am f...orever grateful for his service. I highly recommend.

Posted by anonymous | October 20, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Very thankful for the work of Sanford Horowitz

Sanford Horowitz was recommended to me by a friend when I was cited for DUI and the moment I sat down in his office I understood why I was pointed in his direction. Sanford spent a great deal of time explaining the laws regarding DUI and their consequences/varying severities to me and listened dilige...ntly as I explained to him what had happened. He told me about a less severe conviction called a "wet-reckless" and was very confident that I would be able to obtain this charge and make the best of this unfortunate occurrence. I expressed to him that I was a college student without parental support, he was incredibly understanding and we were able to work out a payment plan that was very manageable for me. Sanford took care of every aspect of the case and always kept me informed regarding its' status. We eventually received the wet-reckless charge which was one of the greatest reliefs of my life. I strongly recommend not only Sanford Horowitz but his wife Christy as well; both are incredibly thoughtful, knowledgable and hard working attorneys.

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Tyrone Maho

Criminal defense lawyer | May 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Sandy is an excellent lawyer. His background and experience on the DA's side provides great insight which helps his clients. I recommend him highly."

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Jason Saltoun-Ebin

Criminal defense lawyer | May 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"We have known Sandy and Chris for several years and have found them to be competent and hardworking attorney's. We would have no problem recommending them to anyone needing their services."

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Tanya De Vos

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 27

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Sanford is an intelligent, hard-working criminal defense attorney. He is an asset to his clients and the legal community."

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Experience

Rating:  8.8 (Excellent)

Honors

2016

Pro Bono Volunteer, US Bankruptcy Court

Work Experience

2010 - 2015

Deputy District Attorney, Santa Barbara County District Attorney

2009 - 2015

Adjunct Professor, University Of San Diego School Of Law

2003 - 2010

Special Agent, Irs: Criminal Investigation

Associations

Santa Barbara Barristers

Member

Santa Barbara County Bar Association

Member

William L. Gordon American Inn of Court

Member

Santa Barbara Criminal Defense Lawyers Bar Association

Member

California Public Defenders Association

Member

California Attorneys for Criminal Justice

Member

State Bar of California, Taxation Section

Member

Legal Aid Foundation

Volunteer Attorney

State Bar of California, Criminal Law Section

Member

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

The People vs. B H

All charges dismissed.

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Education

2003

University of San Diego School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2003

University of San Diego School of Law

LL.M - Master of Laws

2000

California State University, Long Beach

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2014

cyberbullying - bulllying through the internet and social media Cyberbullying

Publications

Languages

English

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