Richard Anthony Beshwate Jr

Richard Anthony Beshwate Jr

4.4
Rating: 8.3

Licensed for 30 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Fresno, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, Domestic Violence ... +2 more

2020 Tulare St., Suite A, Fresno, CA

About Richard

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

California State and Federal criminal defense, and personal injury cases.

31 years | 2,000 cases

50%
Federal Crime 20%

31 years | 100 cases

20%
Domestic Violence 10%

31 years | 150 cases

10%
Personal Injury 10%

31 years | 25 cases

10%

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 30 years

State: California

Acquired: 1995

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Richard A. Beshwate, Jr.

2020 Tulare St., Suite A, Fresno, CA, 93721

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Richard Anthony Beshwate Jr's Reviews

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4.4 /5.0

7 Client Reviews

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Posted by Andrew | February 27, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Beware of this one

I had the unfortunate experience of Mr. Beshwate representing me nearly 15 years ago as a youngster who got himself in trouble. I was charged a sizeable sum to avoid paying a fine to the court system and ended up doing many hours of community service instead. Well, here we are over a decade later and... it looks like this fraud took my money and ran because there is a big ol' fine that's been brewing for years and is now triple what is was. Maybe he just forgot to file the paperwork, but who knows? No call backs from the office staff, no answers, no updates. I'll be on the hook for a huge fine and he can laugh all the way to the bank. I'll be laughing all the way to the state bar.

Richard Beshwate

Replied last February 27, 2019

I will be filing a defamation lawsuit to address these lies.

Posted by KathyTaylor | June 01, 2017 | Hired Attorney

An Excellent Attorney

I have worked with Mr. Bashwate twice. He is professional, down to earth and competent. He is focused and honest. He was able to size up the real issue of my son's case in a short time along with keeping things simple.

Posted by Rebecca Sexton | February 16, 2015

Excellent Attorney

When my husband and I hired Richard Beshwate he was knowledgable and quick to help.He really helped us understand the process and our options. I highly recommend him.

Posted by Joseph | February 06, 2015

WELL KNOWN AND RESPECTED

I have used a number of attorneys and Mr. Beshwate stands out as the best. I found him to be well known and respected by his peers. He was extremely helpful to me and I could trust and rely upon his counsel.. He knew what he was doing.

Posted by jane | June 04, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes

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Mr. Beshwate always kept me informed of how my case was going. anytime I had a question he always answered in a timely and professional way. I would hire him again if I ever need an attorney in the future.

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Richard Anthony Beshwate Jr's Lawyer Endorsements

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Feb 07

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"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | May 27

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

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Michael Aed

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 03

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"Richard is well respected in the legal community. He has vast experience in both state and federal court. I endorse this lawyer."

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Jack Revvill

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 14

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"I have known Rick since 1998, when he had left the DA’s Office and entered private practice. Between 2004 and 2006 Rick gained 20 years worth of experience in the sensational “Pato’s Place” murder case and trial. Rick was one of the lawyers representing Mr. Timothy Young. They pulled out all the stops representing Mr. Young, but clearly believed law enforcement was doing everything possible to “stack the deck” against the two defendants. He came away from the case with a greater determination to fight for his clients’ rights, and the experience a lawyer needs to get great results. In the years since the Young trial concluded, Rick has done just that – effectively representing and obtaining great results for his many clients. I highly recommend Richard Beshwate."

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Amy Guerra

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 11

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"I endorse this lawyer; I have seen Richard in court many times and he is both an effective and well-regarded advocate."

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Frank Nunes

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Beshwate has great analytical skills, he is focused on his client's concerns, and knows how to work with judges and prosecutors to get the best results for his clines."

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Scott Baly

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Richard Beschwate has been practicing criminal law in the Central Valley for almost 20 years; he has a reputation for hard work and perseverance."

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Jerry Lowe

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Richard is an outstanding attorney and a true professional. I would want him on my side."

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Gerald Schwab

Unknown lawyer | Jun 04

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Robert Lamanuzzi

Criminal defense lawyer | May 24

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"Mr. Beshwate's commitment to his clients is above reproach."

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Samer Salhab

Criminal defense lawyer | May 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Ernest Kinney

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Jack Revvill

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Jeffrey Bohn

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Robert Lamanuzzi

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Martin Taleisnik

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Experience

Rating:  8.3 (Excellent)

Education

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San Joaquin COL

law

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California St Univ Fresno

undergraduate

Languages

English

Spanish

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