Cherie Lynn Brenner

Cherie Lynn Brenner

also known as Cherie Brenner

4.4
Rating: 8.4

Licensed for 36 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Solvang, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

1607 Mission Drive, Suite 212, Solvang, CA

About Cherie

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

Cases ranging from Capital death to driving on a suspended license

39 years | 1,000 cases

50%
DUI and DWI 50%

handling cases in every aspect of driving a motor vehicle with over 25 years of experience.

50%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 36 years

State: California

Acquired: 1990

Not Eligible to Practice Law (Not Entitled)

No misconduct found

Location

The Brenner Law Firm

1607 Mission Drive, Suite 212, Solvang, CA, 93463-2995

Law Offices of Cherie l. Brenner

731 So. Lincoln Street, Santa Maria, CA, 93458

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Cherie Lynn Brenner's Reviews

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4.4 /5.0

20 Client Reviews

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Posted by Michelle | July 06, 2015 | Child Custody

Would Highly Reccomend

Having Cherie represent me for child custody and divorce issues has been the best decision I ever made. She has integrity, is dependable, extremely competent and worked hard to get results. I appreciate the fact that she was very accessible to me during this trying time in my life. She truly cares ab...out her client's best interest and it made a difference in my case. Would highly recommend to anyone in need of a reputable family law expert.

Posted by anonymous | December 09, 2014 | Divorce & Separation

Lawyer with Integrity

Cherie Brenner came highly recommended and she has certainly lived up to her reputation as an outstanding lawyer. She has a unique blend of being compassionate yet tough and her no nonsense approach to reaching a settlement certainly saved me a lot of time and money. It is rare to find a lawyer who... is more interested in supporting her client than lining her pockets with high legal fees. Cherie is an excellent negotiator and her background in criminal law allowed her to quickly identify the deceptive tactics that my husband and his lawyer were trying to use. Cherie always maintained her high degree of professionalism and integrity and she never stooped to the silly, underhanded tactics of opposing council. I could not have made it through the divorce process without her guidance and support. She is a tremendous lawyer and I consider myself fortunate to have had her as my council. J

Posted by anonymous | August 20, 2014

Outstanding Lawyer!!

Cherie is a top notch lawyer. She is highly competent, knowledgeable and an excellent strategist. What is unique about her is that she is caring, personable and accessible. Her psychology and criminal law background gave us an edge in the courtroom when she had my ex on the stand. I am so happy I ...found her!!

Posted by Jack | March 04, 2014 | Divorce & Separation

Dissolution

I retained Cherie to handle my dissolution of marriage. She was extremely professional and aggressive when necessary. She was always available to field my calls and questions. I was referred to her by a close friend and colleague and I will surely refer any of my friends should they require her a...ssistance. Highly recommended. Jack

Posted by Jerrry | July 19, 2012 | Divorce & Separation

Ms. Brenner is an attorney who truly cares about her clients

Ms. Brenner handled my divorce with ease and was always available to speak with me. I had gone through prior attorneys and couldn't believe attorneys like Ms. Brenner stiill exists. She even met with me on the weekend. I would high recommend her and have, to family and friends. 3 Cheers for Ms. Bren...ner.

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Cherie Lynn Brenner's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Cherie. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Elliot Yi

Unknown lawyer | Sep 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Vincent Russo

Unknown lawyer | Feb 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. A conscientious and extremely dedicated attorney. She is honest, very hardworking, and fights for her clients."

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Michael Fremont

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Ms Brenner is an excellant attorney and has a reputation as a knowledgable and a strong advocate for her clients. As a trial attorney Ms. Brenner has had truly remarkable success for her clients with one of the strongest success records in court. Ethical, knowledgable and caring."

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Peter Liss

Criminal defense lawyer

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Vincent Russo

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Michael Fremont

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Experience

Rating:  8.4 (Excellent)

Honors

2005

Top Trial Attorney, San Diego Public Defenders Office

Work Experience

1990 - Present

Attorney, The Brenner Law Firm

1990 - 2006

Attorney at Law, County of San Diego

Associations

2015 - Present

Santa Barbara Bar Association

Attorney Member

2007 - Present

Southern California Mediation Association

attorney

2005 - Present

Trial Lawyers Association

attorney

2005 - Present

Ca. Marriage and Family Therapist Association

attorney

2004 - Present

UCLA Alumni Association

Alumni

1990 - Present

Calif Bar Association

attorney/fee arbitrator

1990 - Present

San Diego County Bar Association

Attorney

1990 - Present

North County Bar Association, Family Law Section

attorney

2008 - 2015

Orange County Bar Association

attorney

1990 - 2015

California Public Defenders Association

private attorney

Sample of Legal Cases

In Re Marriage of St John

Wife receives increase

People vs. Daniel Rodrick

Voluntary manslaughter

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Education

2007

Harvard University Law School

certification

2005

University of California, Hastings College of the Law

certification

1989

Western State University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

N/A

University of California - Los Angeles

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2005

Legal studies

ADR Negotiations and Constitutional Law

Publications

Languages

English

Spanish

Activity

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