I wholeheartedly recommend Bill to anyone seeking quality legal counsel in Santa Barbara. He provided me with stellar defense in both my DUI case and my DMV hearing by explaining the complex processes to me plainly and helped me understand systemic delays. He's very familiar with all the local prosecutors and judges. Moreso, he has great instincts; he knows when to be aggressive and press the issue with the DAs Office and when to back off. I can't recommend him enough

Six months ago I was pulled over after taking over for the designated driver to look for parking because he was tired and I thought I was sober by that time. I was only 20 at the time so I was charged with a 23140, minor driving over .05, a misdemeanor that comes with a year of driving suspension and a fine. The next day I posted my story online hoping for an answer and went to legal aid for my school. They recommended three lawyers, one of the being William Makler who happened to be the only person to respond to my thread online telling me to call for a consultation. I called him that same day and he was helpful and immediately willing to help. He offered me his services for a cheap price and told me he would get the process in motion. Over the next few months he was able to talk to the DA and I was found not guilty. I had my license returned and it was as if nothing had ever happened. I emailed him constantly throughout the whole case and he was helpful, although I realized that he just wanted to handle the case and tell me when it was over. Calling him that first day was the best decision I could have made, I would recommend him to anyone who is having DUI issues. He seems to have a good relationship with the DA, is able to present him with cases and plead directly to him. This entire ordeal was horrible but it was amazing having someone there to help through the entire case. Hire William Makler.

i didnt read any reviews on him but upon meeting him I knew he had what it takes to go to a trial if needed and his fees were very reasonable. Makler helped me avoid a trial and still come out with an outcome that avoided some of the worst punishments known to man.

The cops failed to see the truth and the district attorney chose to further his career rather than cut me some slack. Makler saw the truth and helped me avoid a potentially devastating outcome. If you are in trouble with the law go with the Makler.