Paul Nathan Puri

Paul Nathan Puri

4.8
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 22 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at San Francisco, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

548 Market Street, #63330, San Francisco, CA

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Reason: Not Practicing

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 22 years

State: California

Acquired: 2003

Not Eligible to Practice Law (Not Entitled)

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Law Offices of Paul Nathan Puri

548 Market Street, #63330, San Francisco, CA, 94104

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4.8 /5.0

21 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Compassion

Posted by James | November 16, 2018 | Hired Attorney

wrongly accused

When I first met with Paul Puri, I thought life as I knew it was over. Right away he put me at ease. He explained what he was going to do and did exactly that. His understanding of Ca. law is outstanding. I would recommend him to anyone looking for the best.

Posted by Ramon lopez | August 10, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Was facing 2 potential strikes charges. Resulted in 1 misdemeanor & court probation.

Providing 5-star and saying Nathan Paul Puri is a good attorney would still be an understatement considering his excellent representation in my case. I write this review hoping it would help someone like me who has spent hours checking reviews online, consulting many attorneys while trying to hire... a good one and finally found the best. He did what he promised me in my complicated case involving several variables. In fact, Nathans aggressive representation in the court room ensured more than a favorable result. I couldn’t be any happier about going with this law firm. He is non-judging, very patient and composed which helped in dealing with the emotionally draining legal case. While I cannot reveal the details of my case, I can say that Nathan got me an excellent victory giving me an edge over the opponent in my other cases. Thanks to his outstanding representation. He is one of those rare attorneys who does not file anything we ask for by taking Fee. He is very ethical and always did what was right and favorable to the client. He is easy to reach and always available to answer my questions. With my experience as a client, I would just say to keep calm and trust Nathan Paul Puri. He has always stayed on top of things.   Highly responsive, always, through mail/text/phone call   All the reviews about Nathan Paul Puri Law Firm will prove to be true once you have the initial consultation. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND Nathan Paul Puri Law Firm to anyone in need of an extremely satisfying legal representation.

Posted by anonymous | January 05, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Bay Area's Best Lawyer!!

As soon as I met Mr. Puri, I knew I was in good hands. He explain to my family and I, how the Justice system worked, my charges, and our options in a language I would understand. I was facing serious felony charges. The case took about a year. Puri was there the whole way. Explaining every process, w...e were going through. Puri made me feel at ease, when I was standing in front of the judge. I felt I was more than a client. Mr. Puri's hard work and knowledge of the law resulted in my charges being drooped and I had received a personal apology from the DA. I can't thank Puri and his team enough. Bay Area's best lawyer.

Posted by Suresh | May 06, 2011 | Criminal Defense

Paul Nathan Puri is a Great Criminal Defence Attorney totally commited to the clients success !!!

Criminal Defence Attorney Paul Nathan Puri totally exceeded my expectations and got me success. I thank him very much for his total involvement professionally and also taking it as his own personal case and got my case dismissed without even going to jury trail! During the entire process, he was v...ery supportive, compassionate and treated me as his own brother and never let me down!. The case was complicated with no hopes, but Attroney Paul Puri with his deep insight, experience made a complete turnaround and got the case dismissed and got me justice. I was very impressed his great effective and efficient communication skills and presentation skills in the court. He was diligient, very articulate and was very good in logically presenting the points and convincing the court. I and my family thank him again very much for getting the case dismissed! We will be very happy and it will be a great privilige and honour to use his services in future! I also very gladly recommend him to others! I wish him great luck in all the good things he is doing to the society!!!

Posted by Greatful | March 04, 2010 | Criminal Defense

Paul Puri saved my life

After 17 years of tenure with a telecommunications firm; I resigned and accepted a position with a former competitor. Shortly thereafter; I was dragged into a bitter civil lawsuit which lasted almost three years and racked up over $1 Million in legal expenses. Once the civil lawsuit was stalled (ba...sically, my former employer didn’t have a civil leg to stand on) they changed tactics and hired a former US Prosecutor to "package" a criminal case of fraud and interstate money transfer against me. The US Attorneys office, IRS, FBI and local law officials investigated my former employer’s false claims against me for over two years. Prior to meeting Paul Puri; my legal representation was a host of "business law" attorneys who focused on the civil case and were not well versed in criminal law. I was tipped off by one of my attorneys the US Attorney Office was "going to indict me within days". This came as a huge shock; since I knew there wasn’t a foundation for any wrong doing on my behalf. I quickly learned; a good attorney can "package" Gandhi as a mass criminal and therefore, it was time for me to find a hard-nosed, great criminal attorney. My wife and I met with Paul Puri and told our side of the story. We shared with Paul how scared we were if indicted; our two children will grow up without a Father, even-though I was truly innocent of all allegations. I was told; if you're indicted; the chances of winning your case is less than 5%; therefore, Paul would have little time to convince the US Attorney; their two years of investigation was based on bogus information and his client (me) was innocent of all allegations made by an angry former employer. I must admit: at first, I didn't give Paul much chance of pulling off this tall order. Paul continued to gather facts, evidence and testimony and within days; "packaged" our side of the story; only our side was presented with verifiable documentation to back our claims. Paul met with the US Attorney and within days thereafter; convinced the US Attorneys Office not only of my innocence; but any wrong doings (criminally) may have been preformed by my formal employer. I was never idicted and the investigation was dropped. Needless to say, my overall experience with Paul is nothing short of a miracle. Paul truly, (in every sense of the word) saved my life and gave me back my family. With about a 5% chance of success; Paul Puri hit a Grand Slam while blindfolded. I can not say enough about this man; he cares about you; works hard and will not be intimidated by overwhelming odds against you. I pray no one will ever go through the hell my family endured; however, if you EVER need a criminal defense attorney; look no further than Mr. Paul Puri and don't "assume" just because you're innocent; you don't need a great attorney. Paul Puri is one in ten million and I owe him everything I hold dear...

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Lisa Mattern

Criminal defense lawyer | May 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Paul knows and understands the law. He is a zealous advocate for his clients. I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Devereux

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Paul is a wonderful attorney who gets great results for his clients."

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Jonah Chew

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 15

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer based on my ten plus years of knowing him professionally. His excellent case results speak for themselves, but behind them, they come from hard work, good relationships, the ability to cross examine and draft motions, and a good reputation."

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Fareesh Sarangi

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"As a fellow Criminal Defense attorney, I have had an opportunity to see the results Mr. Puri delivers for his clients. I would recommend him without hesitation if you are facing criminal charges in the Bay Area."

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John Kaman

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Paul Puri is a dedicated and effective advocate for the accused. I heartily endorse this lawyer."

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Nicholas Rosenberg

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Puri is a committed and forceful advocate for his clients and I recommend him as a criminal defense attorney."

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Christina Alvarez

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 11

Relationship: Co-worker

"Paul is a smart lawyer with good instincts. He has excellent communication skills and is a fine advocate for his clients."

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Vijay Dinakar

Unknown lawyer | Apr 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Paul is a well experienced attorney who is committed to zealously representing his clients. I endorse his work."

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Jennifer Peabody

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Puri fought very hard for our mutual client, made the appropriate objections and motions, and performed extraordinarily well at a trial with hard facts. He is very diligent and fights hard for his clients."

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Sunena Sabharwal

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 26

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer's work. He is intelligent, hardworking and fiercely wants to win the case."

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Omair Farooqui

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Paul Puri is an aggressive, results-oriented criminal defense lawyer. Paul is respected by both the bench and the District Attorneys. He specializes exclusively in criminal defense matters and I highly recommend him."

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Andrew Fagan

Federal crime lawyer | Feb 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Paul Puri is one the best Federal Criminal Defense specialists in the San Francisco Bay Area. Andrew L. Fagan, Esq."

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Mitri Hanania

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2017

Top Lawyers, Who's Who Legal

2016

10 Best for Client Satisfaction, AIOCLA

2016

Premier 100 Trial Attorneys of California, National Academy of Jurisprudence

2015

10 Best for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys

2014

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers

Work Experience

2003 - Present

Attorney, Puri Law

Associations

2014 - Present

National Trial Lawyers Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

People v. Johnston

Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity

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Education

2001

New College of California School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1996

University of California - Davis

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2008

Muslim Lawyers Guild

Domestic Violence Laws

Publications

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