I was driving home after drinking some alcohol on night and I fell asleep at the wheel.
I strongly suggest that this is a very stupid thing for anyone to do!!
Mr. O'Neill took my case and obtained a very favorable result for me.
He told me how much the fee was going to be in the beginning and that was the total fee for the case.
Even after the case was over for six months,
Mr. O'Neill was always immediately available to help me with any questions I had.
I was shocked that Mr. O'Neill was able to get me out of a D.U.I.! I didn't even have to show up to court. I would reccomend him to anyone!
I hired Mr. O'Neill when I was pulled over and arrested for a DUI. Mr. O'Neill found information about the breath testing equipment used which resulted in me not losing my drivers license and a non-alcohol related plea without going to trial. Mr. O'Neill informed me of all the steps of the process and contacted me when any new evidence became known. Mr. O'Neill was also very good at letting me when court days were approaching and informed me of the results of each appearance. I would highly recommend Mr. O'Neill to anyone as he worked extremely hard on my case, ultimately to receive a favorable outcome that I am very happy with.
My office has been located across the street from the San Luis Obispo Superior Court since 1975. Since 1980 through 2010 I have limited my practice to defense of DUI cases. I work with CDL Association lawyers through out the State staying current on California Laws affecting DUI offenses. I offer an initial consultation about your case at no charge. I work with out-of-State folks arrested in Ca. They have an even greater set of problems to deal with than locals.
While all DUI cases are Criminal Defense cases, occasionally clients are involved in other criminal offense charges that I can also help them with.
48 years
THE DUI IS TOUGH BUT UNLESS YOU KNOW ABOUT EVERYTHING COMING YOUR WAY YOU COULD REALLY GET HAMMERED.I OFFER A NO OBLIGATION CONFERENCE ABOUT PROBLEMS YOU ARE NOW FACING AND MAYBE HOW TO AVOID THEM.
In case you are looking for an attorney with common interests I flew private aircraft for 40 years... Don't get me started with my "I learned about Flying from That" stories!
We've bareboat sailed the Mediteranian numerous times usually in the Greek Isles, but in 1999 we "accidentally" found France and like the rest of the lucky ones we fell in love with all things France and French for the last ten years.
...and even years of martial arts a long time ago; started skiing in Montana when I was 6 and continued up to 2000... now it's just a lazy round of golf, or loading up the Airstream to head off to the Sierras.
The beautiful women in my life are my wife Charron, my partner in our own law firm; our first daughter Janet also a lawyer with us after studies at Berkeley and USD; and her younger sister Kelly, our Yale Ph.D. The girls accomplished these feats practically on their own, but with credit to the smarts and work ethic of their mother!
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Posted by Sydney | June 9, 2010
Overall awesome lawer!
I was driving home after drinking some alcohol on night and I fell asleep at the wheel.
I strongly suggest that this is a very stupid thing for anyone to do!!
Mr. O'Neill took my case and obtained a very favorable result for me.
He told me how much the fee was going to be in the beginning and that was the total fee for the case.
Even after the case was over for six months,
Mr. O'Neill was always immediately available to help me with any questions I had.
I was shocked that Mr. O'Neill was able to get me out of a D.U.I.! I didn't even have to show up to court. I would reccomend him to anyone!
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Posted by anonymous | July 22, 2010
DUI case
I hired Mr. O'Neill when I was pulled over and arrested for a DUI. Mr. O'Neill found information about the breath testing equipment used which resulted in me not losing my drivers license and a non-alcohol related plea without going to trial. Mr. O'Neill informed me of all the steps of the process and contacted me when any new evidence became known. Mr. O'Neill was also very good at letting me when court days were approaching and informed me of the results of each appearance. I would highly recommend Mr. O'Neill to anyone as he worked extremely hard on my case, ultimately to receive a favorable outcome that I am very happy with.
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Posted by Kevin | October 20, 2019
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Great Attorney
I do not often bother to do reviews online, but George O'Neill is an outstanding attorney and most certainly worth the effort to endorse. Specifically, due to the factors involved in my case, there were many different possible courses of action and George was very patient in explaining the different variables with me...and re-explaining as needed. He was also very patient with me when I changed my mind after a couple meetings regarding the action to take. He was very organized and attended all court hearings even though there were multiple postponements (I've heard of attorneys missing court dates). Also, all requests for additional information/call backs were always returned promptly and his office manager, Casey, was always welcoming and gracious. Thank you very much George O'Neill and staff.
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Posted by anonymous | November 1, 2018
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Client
I had a very trusting and reliable experience working with George. When I was looking for a lawyer at a time of high urgency, he was responsive, reassuring that there were options, and was ready to work with me to resolve the issue. I was concerned that living out of town would make it difficult for me to communicate with George, however George was prompt on responding to phone calls and emails, and was open to weekly check-ins. I checked in with George through all steps of the process, and he was able to guide me clearly on what actions I needed to take. Having been my first experience in this situation, he alleviated a lot of the stress and hassle I would have had to deal with on my own. George is understanding, willing to work with you, and is proactive. I would highly recommend George as a lawyer, I had a great experience working with him.
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Posted by Michael | August 22, 2018
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Best DUI attorney in CA
Very satisfied with the results I got from George on my case. I definitely recommend him for an attorney if anyone is involved with a DUI!
Posted by anonymous | August 20, 2018
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Satisfied client
I was up against some serious felony charges and George walked me through the whole process. He faught hard for me and I ended up with only a misdemeanor conviction. Any time throughout the whole ordeal if I had any questions or concerns he was just a phone call or email away and any time that he was busy with court or other cases his assistant Casey was right there to help and George always got right back to me. Best call I ever made and I am 100% satisfied with the service I received.
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Posted by Karan | August 16, 2018
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Very helpful!
I was charged with DUI on beach at Oceano Dunes in Pismo beach. After doing research on the web, I called George and he was very helpful and gave me good guidance. He was able to get the DUI dropped (had 0.082% BAL) to just a speeding ticket on a beach. He explained everything in very detail and was able to answer all of my questions and concerns and was able to point me in the right direction. Best part was that he handled everything on his own and I didn't had to make a single trip to SLO court or to the DMV hearing. I will definitely recommend George!
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Posted by Joe | June 29, 2016
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Out Of Stater DUI Arrest
I'm from out of state, was working in California when I was arrested for DUI. I started looking for a lawyer and decided to start with Mr. O'Neill because of his high review ratings. At my initial consultation, he explained the process, what would / could happen legally and what he would attempt to do as far as minimizing the costs, jail time and driving record impact. Mr. O'Neill did exactly as he said he would and I was quite pleased with the outcome. If you're in need of a great DUI lawyer, I highly recommend Mr. George O'Neill. He's experienced in the law, he's passionate about his work and above all else, he was totally honest and truthful with me. I wish I could give him ten stars!
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Posted by anonymous | December 9, 2015
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Honest Attorney That Never Gave Up
After seeing meeting with 4 attorneys regarding my case they all said the same thing to take a certain plea deal and be done with it and to have cash up front both those i could not accept. I was referred to George by a local attorney. we spoke briefly on the phone and after listening to my story he had promised to fight it till the end as well as taking payments on my case. We never met face to face due to me not being local, but he held his promise and went far beyond my expectations as well as keeping me updated on my case weekly. George helped me prove my innocence and keep my record clean. He truly saved my career by fighting for what was right. Thanks again George.
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Posted by anonymous | June 25, 2015
DUI Lawyer
I was dumb and got a DUI. I had George for my lawyer and I'm VERY glad I chose him. He was very thorough and guided me through the whole process. I would definitely recommend him.
Posted by Jennifer | June 3, 2015
Take a Breath... George Has it Under Control!
I received a DUI in SLO last December. I felt overwhelmed, as I am sure anyone in my situation does. I found George O'Neill online and was so glad I did. He really looks over your case to find the best way to move forward. My situation was pretty cut and dry, but still he was an enormous help. It felt really good to hand my paperwork over to George and feel confident knowing he had everything under control. He shows up in court for you, so I didn't have to miss work or deal with appearing in front of the judge which would surely have been a bit stressful/emotional. Also, he was able to get my license suspension started within a day or two, which has been helpful because it was that much sooner before I could serve out my suspension. He is also very friendly and makes you feel like he cares. He goes over your options for alcohol programs, SR-22 insurance, book & release vs. community service, etc, and really covers all of the bases and makes you feel like you know what is going on. You can email (or even text!) him at any time and he responds very quickly. I had so many questions through the process about my license, job, fine payment, etc and he was always quick and helpful. After my appointment at his office, he even offered to drive me to register for my DUI class when he realized it would be closing for the weekend soon. He also set up my fine payments for me, saving me another difficult trip to SLO without a license. All in all, I would recommend George to anyone who finds themselves in the same situation I once was in. He really puts you at ease and makes the entire process as painless as possible.
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Posted by Ali | March 4, 2015
Making the BEST out of a rough situation!
I never thought that having to deal with a lawyer could be so enjoyable. George was an absolute delight to have represent me in court! Throughout all of our interactions, George was patient, helpful, and kind. He responded to all of my emails and phone calls within hours and took the time to answer every question I had. His staff was also extremely helpful and professional. I was kept informed of every step in the process. and I never felt like I had been forgotten.
I hope to never get into another situation where I'll need a lawyer.... but if I do, I'm calling George again!
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Posted by anonymous | February 25, 2015
A lawyer who will do what it takes to get you the best possible outcome
I had been charged with DUI and DWI, though the police had not collected any conclusive evidence for either. The DAs assigned to the case initially refused to acknowledge the lack of evidence. George O'Neill was tenacious in my defense. Over the course of several months, he negotiated the charges down to a single point, non-alcohol related infraction: 23109 b, aiding or abetting a motor vehicle speed contest.
This man knows the justice system, he knows the DAs, and he knows the law. After looking at your case, he will tell you exactly what to expect, and he will get you the best possible outcome given your circumstances. 5/5 would recommend. If you've made a mistake, this is the man you want on your side.
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Posted by David | November 5, 2014
Very efficient Lawyer
I was in SLO for a wedding so I do not live in SLO county. Made a decision to drive after hanging out at the bar with the wedding party. This was my first DUI so didn't know what to do. Since I lived in San Jose, I contacted George to represent me at the hearing, and to take care of everything else too. George put my concerns at ease, answered all my questions multiple times, and told me exactly what to do in my situation. He took care of everything so I didn't have to drive back down to SLO. I only made one trip for a Book & Release with the country Sheriff. George is very efficient and too the point, and doesn't leave any stones unturned. I recommend him to anyone caught with a DUI!
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Posted by anonymous | May 14, 2014
Definitely recommend George in SLO
I had the unfortunate pleasure of getting pulled over by SLO cops in regards to a DUI after a night downtown. The SLO PD were fishing for something to charge me with and George pretty much did not let that happen. George and his team were very helpful throughout this process. Anytime i had any questions they would always answer, and i was able to meet with George whenever needed. One day before i knew it, i received a text stating that the case was dropped, and that all i would have to pay is the fine for the traffic violation. Also George has a student rate which is amazing if you are attending school around here, saves you over 500$. He even paid my parking ticket that i received during my first visit at his office since the meter ran out. Overall i had a great experience with George, and i would highly recommend George due to his knowledge, experience, and cost that is better than most other offices i looked at. T
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Posted by anonymous | May 3, 2014
He Leaves No Stone Unturned in Your Defense
SLO County's law enforcement is notorious for their aggressive approaches toward drunk driving. While overall this promotes a safe community environment (let's face it…nobody wants people on the road who have overindulged), the fact of the matter is that law enforcement officers make errors when arresting individuals, especially with borderline cases. Breathalyzers are not foolproof devices and equipment calibration errors can mean the difference between losing and retaining your driving privileges, not to mention the related costs. Meanwhile, roadside sobriety tests can be ridiculously subjective based on the officer's interpretation of behavior and responses to their hand and leg balancing requests (try doing these when you are physically handicapped…officers in a rotten mood don't necessarily take these conditions into consideration at midnight).
There is no one in SLO County who knows every inch of the DUI legal landscape better than George O'Neill. George will examine every minute detail of your situation, provide frank and honest counsel, then be an absolute bulldog in your defense. George's office staff of legal experts rounds out a great team that leaves no stone unturned…together, they are your best defense option in the area.
If you ever find yourself needing DUI defense, there's only one phone call you need to make …call the office of George O'Neill.
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Posted by anonymous | November 20, 2013
DUI
I was in SLO visiting from southern California and was arrested DUI. I contacted Mr. O'Neill and he took my case. After working on my case for several months my driver's license was not suspended and I was not convicted in court of an alcohol offense.
Posted by keith | April 6, 2013
SAVED my commercial license
I hold a commercial drivers license and without it I am out of a job. A DUI or a DMV suspension of my commercial licensefor one year was going to cost me $100,000/ year job. I retained Mr. O'neill, but in the beginning he painted a very bleak picture for my situation, but he said that he would do everything possible! The DMV case and the DUI case lasted some months which allowed me to save up for my anticipated unemployment. One day I received a call from George telling me that half of the battle was over and I was still good to go, He had found an error in the arrest report with the breathalyzer certification that beat the DMV portion on a technicality. I still had the DUI case to battle, and George had set a date for jury trial as it appeared to be the only way to save the license completely. The D.A. just would not give in. I was prepared to spend a ton of money considering legal fees and expert fees let alone my loss of work. I few days before trial Mr. Oneill contacted me with an offer that I/we couldn't refuse. He managed to finally get the charges reduced to a reckless driving (fine, night in jail, classes, NO LOSS OF LICENSE!!) Case over, job still intact, and all of those $$$ that I saved are still in my pocket. Thanks, George
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Posted by anonymous | March 25, 2013
Great Lawyer!
One weekend I headed over to the beach from the Valley for some rest and relaxation,
but the SLO County jail was not supposed to be part of the plan. I left SLO with a record at the County jail,
a driver's license that was going to be suspended for a year, a misdemeanor DUI charge, and a return invitation to appear for arraignment at the San Luis Obispo Courthouse. I hired Mr. O'Neill based on recommendations. He handled both the DMV suspension matter and the court case for me. In short I did not lose my license for even a day but Mr. O'Neill said that I definitely dodged a bullet and that was definitely not the norm. The DUI was satisfactorily resolved too; I will not be returning to SLO... at least not to serve a jail sentence!
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Posted by Michael | March 5, 2013
George B. O'Neil "Is the Man"
He is the man you want on your side. He knows his info and the law every well. Go with him and he will make life better for you. He did for me
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DUI and DWI Attorney | Nov 04
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"George is talented and extremely knowledgeable on DUI and DMV matters. In addition to being an excellent attorney, he is also kind, helpful and generous with his time."
DUI and DWI Attorney | May 03
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"George has tremendous knowledge and skill in DUI defense. As a former prosecutor, I handled dozens of cases opposite George, and know from experience that he is an extremely effective lawyer for his clients. He is an expert in DUIs and I would recommend him to anyone."
General practice Attorney | Apr 06
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. George is dedicated attorney and attends to every need of his clients. John Vandervoort www.duiking.com. 41 years a lawyer in Chico Ca"
Unknown Attorney | Nov 16
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I've had the pleasure of exchanging a great deal of information with George over the years. He is very knowledgeable in the field of DUIs. He has helped me out on a number of occasions. He is a fighter and has his clients ' best interests at heart. You can't do better than retain the services of George."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jun 13
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I had the pleasure of meeting Mr. O'Neil at the NHTSA Instructor Course this spring, in Irvine Ca. Any attorney who can complete AND pass the 4 day NHTSA Instructor Course for Standardized Field Sobriety Tests and DUI Enforcement, is at the very top of his or her profession. Being a qualified instructor on DUI enforcement and standardized field sobriety tests give Mr. O'Neil the unique ability to prove to judges, prosecutors and jurors that his client is not under the influence, and therefore not guilty of the charged crime. I would unequivocally hire Mr. O'Neil if I was charged with a crime in California."
DUI and DWI Attorney | Apr 25
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I endorse this lawyer. I recently met and worked with George O’Niel in California at the DUI DETECTION AND STANDARDIZED FIELD SOBRIETY TESTING (NHTSA). I was extremely impressed with his experience in DUI Defense. If you are ever in the unfortunate predicament and you need an experienced trustworthy DUI attorney I would not hesitate to call Mr. O’Niel."
DUI and DWI Attorney | Aug 07
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"George is the man to see on the central coast. He is one of the lions of the DUI defense bar, and a person who can be trusted. I have consulted with him many times on a variety of DUI issues. He has proven to be a knowledgeable resource and a sharp legal mind. In my experience, he has also shown himself to be trustworthy and reliable. He's a good man."
DUI and DWI Attorney | Jun 21
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer's work. George O'Neill is committed to getting the best possible outcome for his clients. He is active on the California DUI Lawyers' Association list serve, where lawyers committed to defending those accused of DUI regularly exchange information. George is passionate about protecting his clients, and you would be well-served to have him on your team."
DUI and DWI Attorney | Jun 16
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer's work because Mr. O'Neill is one of the most active, knowledgeable, successful DUI lawyers in California. George is always keeping other DUI lawyers advised of new methods for winning cases at the DMV hearings to keep a client's license, and applying that same method with a little modification for another success in the criminal action in the courts. He well trained in the areas of field sobriety tests including being qualified as State certified Preliminary Alcohol Screening (PAS) coordinator; which means he knows more about the tests that police officer gave you than the police officer does. This gives him an advantage over the police officer in cross-examination to help win your DUI case. If you are in his office seeking a lawyer to represent you in DUI charges, look no further, just hire him. Donald Drewry"
DUI and DWI Attorney | Apr 21
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer's work: extraordinarily conscientious, very hardworking and extremely dedicated, it is well-known that Mr. O'Neill is an excellent trial attorney who is a tremendous & generous asset to the DUI Defense community. Any person in need who hires this superb attorney will know he or she is in capable hands. For a number of obvious reasons, I am honored to endorse this fine SLO DUI & DMV Defense lawyer!"
"I endorse this lawyer's work. George is a perfect gentlemen and extremely knowledgeable of all the ins and outs of defending a DUI in San Luis Obispo. If I were facing a DUI in San Luis Obispo, I would hire George. I have referred many people to him over the years, and have never heard a complaint."