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I have over 30 years of experience in all aspects of federal and state criminal law. Having served as an assistant district attorney in both New York County and San Francisco for a total of 12 years, handling homicide cases and complex white-collar crime, I bring to bear on the client's criminal problem the insight and dual perspective of a defender/former prosecutor. I pride myself on obtaining excellent results for my clients for reasonable fees.
- Former Assistant D.A. in Manhattan and San Francisco
- Court-TV criminal law expert commentator
- Past President, Criminal Trial Lawyers Assn. of Northern California
- Awarded highest rating by Martindale-Hubbell national lawyers registry
- Listed in Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers
- Author of Misguided (fiction, published 2012)
- Author of Everyday Murders (true-crime, non-fiction, published 2009)
- Author of Flake - The Trial of a Cop (true-crime, non-fiction, published 2006)
- Aggressive and sophisticated full-service criminal defense
- All matters will be handled with professionalism, discretion, and expertise
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Acquired: 1971
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Acquired: 1976
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The Fitzpatrick Building, 2000 Broadway, Suite 101, Redwood City, CA, 94063
216 Selby Lane, Atherton, CA, 94027
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Posted by Eric | January 12, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Conman Lawyer
Hugh told me he would help me fight all charges. I paid him and then when he showed up for court, he said he worked out a plea deal. He said I would take one felony, and two would be dropped. He said, "you sound like a kid that got his homework eaten by the dog." I fired Hugh, and got all 3 felony ch...
Posted by anonymous | November 23, 2009 | Criminal Defense
An Ethical, Skillful Attorney
My experience with Mr. Levine was that he never overstated what he could do for me, and he kept his word throughout. He is a clear thinker and an excellent writer. He held both me and the prosecution to such a high standard that the court was finally able to get to the truth in spite of what se...
"Aggressive with a sophisticated approach are Hugh's weapons used to defend his clients. His knowledge of the law and ability to quickly master the evidence puts him miles ahead of most prosecutors. His dedication to his clients has no limit. Hugh Levine brings with him a reputation of success that few defense attorneys can ever achieve."
"It is my great pleasure to be able to endorse Hugh Anthony Levine as a top-notch San Francisco criminal defense attorney. Mr. Levine and I have worked together on a number of criminal defense cases over the years, including in both the federal and California state courts. Mr. Levine, through his tireless efforts and many years of experience as a former deputy district attorney, brings winning strategies and new levels of expertise and insight to his clients' defenses that have resulted in his much deserved reputation as one of San Francisco’s top rated criminal defense attorneys. Hugh Anthony Levine’s dedication to defending his clients demonstrates itself time and time again when he takes those extra steps that are necessary in order to obtain not just good but great results for his clients. If you looking for the best criminal defense attorney you can find, then Hugh Levine is that attorney you will want to defend you."
"Unquestionably competent, consistently conscientious, endlessly hardworking, always helpful, and highly dedicated, it is well-known this exceptional lawyer is an excellent trial attorney who is a tremendous asset to the Criminal Defense Bar community. Any person in need who hires this superb attorney will know he or she is in capable hands. For a number of positive reasons, I am honored to endorse Mr. Levine."
"Hugh Levine is a highly qualified criminal defense lawyer effective in representing the accused in both state and federal courts. Hugh is well respected among both lawyers and judges."
"Hugh Levine is an exceptionally gifted criminal defense lawyer. He has it all -- the vast experience, and the courtroom and legal skills to defend the most complicated criminal cases. If you are looking for the one of the best in the business, give Hugh Levine a call."
"If you are under investigation or accused of a crime in Federal or State Court, Hugh Anthony Levine is the only call you should make if you want a first class defense. I have personally seen Mr. Levine uncover and dismantle false accusations and hold the prosecution to the very highest scrutiny."
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2014
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers
2001
Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers, Martindale-Hubbell
1990
A-V rating from Martindale-Hubbell, Martindale-Hubbell
1983 - Present
Attorney, Law Office of Hugh Anthony Levine
1983 - Present
Of Counsel, Iannuzzi & Iannuzzi
1989 - 1993
Partner, Hallinan, Poplack & Levine
1977 - 1983
Assistant District Attorney, San Francisco District Attorney's Office
1971 - 1976
Assistant District Attorney, Manhattan District Attorney's Office
1984 - Present
California Attorneys for Criminal JusticeMember
1984 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
1998 - 2000
Criminal Trial Lawyers Association of Northern CaliforniaPresident
1992 - 1993
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersVice-Chairman, White-Collar Crime Committee
Indictment dismissed
Child molest sentence significantly reduced
Drug charges dismissed at preliminary hearing
1971
JD - Juris Doctor
1968
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2012
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2005
1992
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