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Melody Yasuda
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Biography
Melody Yasuda is a highly skilled attorney based in California, with a focus on DUI/DWI, traffic violations, and criminal defense. She received her Bachelor's degree in Legal Studies from the University of California, Berkeley, and her Juris Doctor degree from Santa Clara University School of Law in 2012, where she received the WITKIN Award for NCIP and the WITKIN Award for Jury Law and Strategies.
Ms. Yasuda is a passionate criminal defense attorney with over nine years of experience defending hundreds of clients in DUIs, misdemeanors, and felonies, as well as traffic tickets, resulting in many dismissals. She is dedicated to guiding her clients towards the best possible outcome, and she approaches each case with a compassionate, yet aggressive, attitude.
In addition to her extensive legal experience, Ms. Yasuda is also a Dean's Scholar and member of Phi Delta Phi, Florida Coastal School of Law's Honors Society, and Best Oral Argument, Best Memo, Lawyering Process II. She holds a Paralegal Certificate from UC Berkeley Extension, San Francisco, CA (2009).
Ms. Yasuda is a member of several professional organizations, including the California Bar Association and the Santa Clara Bar Association. She is committed to staying up-to-date with the latest legal developments in her field, and she has received specialized training in DUI defense.
When she is not practicing law, Ms. Yasuda enjoys traveling, spending time at the beach, swimming, and playing tennis. She is also fluent in Japanese, which allows her to effectively communicate with Japanese-speaking clients.
If you are facing DUI/DWI, traffic violations, or criminal charges in California, Ms. Yasuda is the attorney you need on your side. She will work tirelessly to protect your rights and fight for your best interests. Contact her law office today to schedule a consultation.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
15%
13 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in California for 13 years
State: California
Acquired: 2012
No misconduct found
Location
Ticket Crushers, A Law Corporation
350 Rhode Island Street, South Building, Suite 240, San Francisco, CA, 94103
Ticket Crushers, A Law Corporation
445 S. Figueroa Street, Union Bank Plaza, 31st Floor, Los Angeles, CA, 90071
Ticket Crushers, A Law Corporation
2033 Gateway Place, Suite 500, San Jose, CA, 95110
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Posted by anonymous | April 18, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Administrative Law
Miracles happen
I was in a hopeless situation due to unfortunate circumstances. I really didn't think there was a chance to save my license. Then I made the call that led me to Melody. Laws are laws, when they get broken... there's consequences. But if you have the right counsel representing on your behalf. Mira...
Posted by Michael | February 20, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Hire Melody!!!
I wanted to thank Melody, for her hard work and excellent communication regarding my case. I’m very happy with my results and wanted to thank you all for making it happen. I will continue to bring my legal business to Ticket Crushers going forward.
Posted by Flavio | December 18, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Traffic tickets
Working with this lawyer was a great experience after I interviewed many. We needed someone who was easy to work with given our busy work schedules. This lawyer made the process extremely easy by being flexible with coordinating meeting times. We were also able to communicate via text and email. The ...
Posted by anonymous | September 22, 2023 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
DUI Case
Melody was very helpful and prompt with updating me about my case. She answered all my questions and explained everything in a manner in which I could understand it properly. I would highly recommend Melody to anyone who needs help with a DUI case
Posted by Sidney silva | June 08, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Wonderful professional!
Dear Readers! She is fast, polite, and does everything, she took care of everything and she won my case. So you can result in her job. She will help you. Thank you Melody.
Melody Yasuda's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have worked together with Melody on a few matters. She is very knowledgeable in the law. Melody is personal yet professional and takes great pride in her work. She provides superb legal services. I highly endorse her."
"Melody is incredibly reliable, thorough, and conscientious with her work. I have full confidence every time I hire her for a task. Most importantly, she is a wonderful communicator and ties up all loose ends without being asked. I highly recommend Melody, she is a gem."
"I endorse Melody Yasuda as an attorney. She is a no-nonsense person and professional. Her naturally calm, positive, and non-judgmental personality helps put everyone who comes in contact with her at ease. She is sharp, organized, experienced, diligent, responsible, and reliable. Fantastic attorney!"
"Melody is a fantastic attorney. You can really tell that she cares about her clients by the way she represents them."
"Ms. Yasuda is a highly skilled and informed criminal defense attorney. I have worked with her with clients who are facing immigration consequences of a criminal conviction. She leaves no stone unturned and works hard for her clients. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Melody is very intelligent and diligent in her work. She strives for the best outcome for all her clients. She is held in high regard by the Judges she appears in front of and the DA's she opposes in court."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have seen this attorney in court and she handles herself well; she knows her way around a courtroom. She fights hard for her clients."
"I have had the pleasure of knowing Melody for the past 4 years. Melody is professional, sharp, and will work diligently to get her clients the best outcome. I would not hesitate to recommend Melody for any matter."
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Experience
Honors
2012
WITKIN Award for NCIP, WITKIN
Work Experience
2012 - Present
Associate, Law Offices of Lucy McAllister
Associations
American Bar Association
Member
National Association of Realtors
Member
California Association of Realtors
Member
Sample of Legal Cases
People v. A.T.
Dismissal
Education
2012
Santa Clara University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2009
University of California - Berkeley
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2017
Marshall Reddick
Rental Property Mentoring
Publications
2016
Melody Yasuda
The Secret of Wealthy Home Sellers
2016
Melody Yasuda
A Guide to Selling Your Home for More
Languages
Japanese
Activity
Legal Answers