Harold Victor Mesick

I made the horrible stupid mistake of highering Harold's service and paying him in full up front. After that he avoided my calls and questions. A few years later, he told me my case was a no go. I knew he was entitled to keep the retainer fee but not the rest of my money since his services were incom...plete, Harold refused to return my $6000 so I reported him

Paid wish I had asked around more, his defense skills are lacking and poor performance. Not worth the dime i spent. Hired another lawyer paid less got a great trial result NOT-Guilty and the other lawyer wanted me to plea deal, glad i got another lawyer whom said he gets this complaint frequently ...do your homework and hire a more ethical and honest lawyer.

I hired Harold to fight a speeding ticket and no proof of registration in the car (the vehicle was brand new 2015 and registered). I ended up having to pay a fine, take traffic school (which I was trying to avoid) and paying Harold's fees. All in all I would consider this a loss. On top of not get...ting the results that WE expected, I wasted a lot of time trying to keep communication with Harold who does a horrible job of responding to emails or phone calls. Very frustrating experience, I would not recommend using Harold.

Harold has helped out a friend of mine in the past so when I got my second speeding ticket (within 18 months) for going 20mph over the speed limit on the freeway. I called him up asking for legal advice about the best way to fight it. He was very helpful about what my options were and I ended up havi...ng him represent me because I couldn't show up to the court date in person. The day of court the cop didn't show, Harold moved to get it dismissed, and they had no other option but to dismiss it. Even though he didn't have to do a tremendous amount of work for me. Hiring Harold ended up saving me a ton of money on increased insurance rates if I had been convicted. If you are looking for a straightforward, honest, and fair priced lawyer, Harold is your man!

First of all, I'm a bit taken back by the previous review from "Justin". Justin, you state this is your 2nd DUI, and the 5-7th lawyer you've worked with in the past. To me, this relieves you of all credibility. Complaining that Harold didn't help you do the necessary paperwork is a joke. Harold i...s an attorney, not your Dad. Lastly, if you were unhappy with Harold's communication, did you ever try to contact him yourself? My gut instinct is no; you're just another lazy, entitled San Luis Obispo "kid". My experience with Harold was very pleasant. Not only was Harold responsive, but his continued communication throughout my case really helped me make some important decisions. Harold also put me in contact with the right people when I wanted to go the "extra mile" and write an apology letter. I was originally charged with Battery after punching a bouncer in the head after I saw him attack my friend. The bouncer was wearing street clothes; nothing identified him as an employee of the bar or distinguished him as different from any other patron. Harold recognized this immediately and made it part of the case. Harold also did background research on some of the witnesses and was able to expose some funny-business behind the scenes. All in all, Harold's diligence and craft was able to lessen punishment quite drastically. Initially facing time, Harold was able to get me only probation and 20 AA meetings - a mere slap on the wrist if you ask me. Harold was able to get my charge from Battery to a Public Intoxication. He was also able to make sure that this charge was removed from my record after probation. Harold guided me even AFTER the case and helped me get off probation early. The charge was removed from my record right in time for a few job interviews I had planned. Just beautiful. If I ever find myself in trouble in SLO County again, Harold is my guy. WELL worth the money (and then some). Thanks again, Harold!