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Dylan Forest Taylor
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Biography
Dylan Taylor has spent the last two decades fighting to protect the rights of the people in Salinas and the larger Monterey Bay area. A third generation Californian, Mr. Taylor was raised in a legal culture where equality and justice were paramount. His father, now a retired Superior Court Judge of over 30 years, was a Legal Services attorney for a decade before being appointed to the Bench. It was in this environment that Mr. Taylor first came to understand the importance of zealous representation, justice for the under-represented, and fighting against what can seem overwhelming odds.
Mr. Taylor spent two years studying at the University of California, Riverside, before transferring to the University of California, Davis. There he achieved a Bachelors’ of Arts degree in Literature. He continued his studies afterwards, becoming a Masters’ Candidate at Sonoma State University.
Substituting literature for law books, Mr. Taylor travelled to the State’s capitol to attend the University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law. While obtaining his Doctorate, he put into practice the core values he had been raised on by clerking with both Legal Services of Northern California and the Office of the Federal Defender. As chief law clerk at the Federal Defender, Mr. Taylor represented individuals charged with crimes on federal lands as well as on military installations. It was in this role that Mr. Taylor’s passion for advocacy and justice burned brighter than ever. He then graduated with Honors, earning membership in the prestigious Traynor Society for academic excellence. He also completed and was awarded a Criminal Justice Concentration.
While in Monterey County, Mr. Taylor has represented thousands of clients. He has appeared before every Judge in the criminal courts and has done battle against every District Attorney in the County. He thrives in the legal battle field and has spent countless hours litigating and defending the rights of the accused.
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Licensed in California for 20 years
State: California
Acquired: 2006
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Taylor & Dolowich, A Professional Law Corporation
241 Salinas St., Salinas, CA, 93901
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Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge
Posted by anonymous | December 10, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Lawyer Experience
The knowledge and experience is what help me understand the situation I was facing in the court system. Without the guidance from Mr. Taylor I believe I would have had a much harder time. He gave me the proper guidance and explained to me anything that I did not understand with law.
Posted by Anslie | April 14, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
the best of the best!
I have to say that they are the best. They move so quickly to get things done, and they get them done. Also they are so nice, and they take care of their clients. He helped me and a love one with a case, and we got the best possible outcome.
Posted by Everardo | December 22, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Expectations Exeeded
I contacted Mr. Taylor with the uncertainty of a person who has never hired a defense attorney before. It was difficult times for me as well as for my family but from our introduction meeting, he made me feel I was going to be well represented. He assessed my case and made every possible effort to s...
Dylan Forest Taylor's Lawyer Endorsements
"During the last few years of my career as a public prosecutor Mr. Taylor and I litigated well over a hundred cases against one another. While we disagreed on virtually everything from my choice in shoes to the meaning of res ipsa loquitur he always impressed me with his strong sense of ethics, his passion for defending his clients, and his love of the law. Mr. Taylor's most impressive attribute was his certainty of purpose and the clarity of his arguments while in trial. Even as the prosecutor I'd have to remind myself not to get overly wrapped up in his presentation. I have no doubt Dylan will serve you well."
"I've had the privilege of working with Dylan for almost 8 years. I am proud to call him my partner in private practice. Dylan practices law at a very high level. My approach to my cases and my clients has been shaped by his influence. Dylan has a real passion for helping his clients. He holds himself to the highest standard, which is why he works exhaustively on all of his cases. He cares for his clients, he relates to them on a personal level and he has compassion for each person he represents. His hard work and expertise have earned him amazing results for many many clients. After I watched him win a very tough jury trial for a client who was facing life in prison, I had the opportunity to speak with one of the jurors. The juror told me he was rooting for Dylan from the very beginning because there was something very familiar and likable about him. His clients all feel the same way. I have learned a lot from watching and working with Dylan. He's a lawyer's lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have seen Dylan handle all types of difficult cases with tenacity and grace. He is highly respected in the legal community for his commitment to his clients and for getting good results."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Taylor is truly one of the county's most effective and successful attorney's in the courtroom today. He is aggressive while maintaining composure, which has earned him the respect of judges and DA's alike. Mr. Taylor is one of those lawyers that belongs in the courtroom and it is always apparent that he is well prepared for each case. As a peer, I admire his commitment of serving those in need of legal representation. i endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Taylor has years of experience and regularly represents people in the most serious cases. He has an established reputation in the community and is not afraid to fight for his clients."
"Dylan Taylor is an excellent attorney. Anyone seeking a criminal defense attorney can't go wrong selecting Mr. Taylor."
"When I was a prosecutor and Mr. Taylor was in the Public Defender's office I had occasion to oppose him on a number of cases. He is among the most competent attorneys I have ever faced. If you are fortunate enough to have him as your lawyer, I can assure you that you will be well represented. He is an outstanding talent."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Taylor has been a great resource not only for his community but for other attorneys like myself. His willingness to help people extends beyond his clients. I constantly call upon Taylor and Dolowich to draw upon their many years of experience in all aspects of criminal defense. Mr. Taylor is a great asset to the legal community. I endorse Mr. Taylor."
"Mr. Taylor and I were colleagues at the Public Defender's Office, assigned as partners in the same felony department. We discussed our cases, and saw each other in court every week. Based on my experience working with Mr. Taylor, I would heartily recommend him as an intelligent, compassionate, and successful criminal defense advocate. He is well respected by other lawyers and judges, is thorough in his case preparation, and is not afraid to take a case to trial. He is also creative when it comes to plea bargaining, and has maturity and wisdom based on actual work experience. I endorse him."
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Experience
Honors
2020
Certified Specialist, Criminal Law, Board of Legal Specialization, The State Bar of California
2019
Best of 2019 - Criminal Defense - 4 Consecutive Years, Salinas Award Program
2018
Best of 2018 - Criminal Defense - 3 Consecutive Years, Salinas Award Program
2017
Top 10% of Lawyers in the USA, Lawyers of Distinction
2017
Best of 2017 - Criminal Defense - 2 Consecutive Years, Salinas Award Program
2016
Best of 2016 - Criminal Defense, Salinas Award Program
2012
5 year Service Award, Public Defender, Monterey County
2005
Academic Excellence Award, Traynor Society of the University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Partner, Taylor & Dolowich, A Professional Law Corporation
2006 - 2015
Deputy Public Defender IV, Monterey County Public Defender's Office
2004 - 2005
Research Attorney, Office Of The Public Defender, Sacramento County
2002 - 2004
Law Clerk, Office of the Federal Defender, Eastern District
2001 - 2002
Legal Intern, Legal Services Of Northern California
Associations
2015 - Present
Monterey County Bar AssociationMember
2015 - Present
California Attorneys for Criminal JusticeMember
2006 - Present
California Public Defenders AssociationMember
2006 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
Sample of Legal Cases
People v. Joel Cervantez
Motion to Suppress granted. All charges dismissed.
People v. Francisco Avila
Found Not Guilty by the Jury and released from custody that day
People v. Antonio Arredondo
Jury returned a Not Guilty verdict on one count of possession for sales, hung on the other. DA then dismissed second count.
Education
2004
McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific
JD - Juris Doctor
2001
Sonoma State University
Masters Candidate
1995
University of California - Davis
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1993
University of California - Riverside
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2012
California Conference of Arson Investigators Training
Cross Examining an Arson Expert
2008
DUI Trial and Sentencing for Students
Consequences of a DUI
Publications
2019
Blog Post - Taylor & Dolowich Facebook Page
Cleaning Your Record/ Sealing Arrest Record
2019
Blog Post - Taylor & Dolowich Facebook Page
2019 Driving Under the Influence Law Changes
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
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