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Pezhman Pakneshan
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Biography
Pezhman Pakneshan graduated with honors from UCLA and the University of Pennsylvania Law School. Mr. Pakneshan also received a Certificate of Study in Business and Public Policy from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. He is a member in good standing with the State Bar of California.
Since receiving his law degree, Mr. Pakneshan has focused his practice on criminal, DUI & Civil Rights law. Upon graduating from law school, he worked as a Deputy District Attorney. As a prosecutor, he successfully prosecuted thousands of misdemeanor and felony criminal and DUI cases and tried numerous jury trials. During that time, Mr. Pakneshan grew to understand the strengths and weaknesses of the prosecution of criminal and DUI charges.
As a prosecutor, Mr. Pakneshan handled over 1,000 DUI cases. Now, he specializes in DUI defense. Over the years, he has received extensive training by the California Department of Justice, Bureau of Forensic Services, in all aspects of DUI cases. That extensive training included alcohol extrapolation studies, as well as EPAS and Intoxilyzer analysis. He has also received extensive training and has experience handling DUI cases involving prescription medications and illegal drugs.
As a criminal defense attorney, Mr. Pakneshan specializes in virtually every area of criminal law ranging from misdemeanors to serious felonies.
Mr. Pakneshan's intricate knowledge of the criminal justice system affords his clients with unique "inside information" and gives him the advantage in defending criminal matters. Knowing how the prosecutor thinks gives him the opportunity to develop an effective defense designed to counter the government's strategy.
Mr. Pakneshan is also one of California’s foremost authorities on how to clear (expunge) criminal convictions. He is committed to helping people who have been unfairly saddled with a criminal record to expunge or seal their record.
Practice Areas
8
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
20%
22 years
DUI and DWI
20%
22 years
Domestic Violence
15%
22 years
Drug Crime
10%
22 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in California for 21 years
State: California
Acquired: 2004
No misconduct found
Location
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201 Mission Street, Suite 1200, San Francisco, CA, 94105
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1652 W Texas St #248, Fairfield, CA, 94533
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1300 Clay Street, Suite 600, Oakland, CA, 94612
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Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | DUI & DWI
Posted by Alex | December 04, 2020 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Always there for me
When I first contacted Mr. Pakneshan, neither of us could have anticipated how long the matter would end up going on for, but needless to say I never expected it to be the way it was. That being said, Mr. Pakneshan was always there every step of the way to answer all my questions, guide me through th...
Posted by Tatiana | December 03, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
It was a great ROI!
Mr. Pakneshan did a great, aggressive job on defending my husband's driver's license privileges with DMV after a pretty complicated DUI case involving a car accident and a 2nd out-of-state offense. We were happy with his communication style and how less complicated our life was during that hard perio...
Posted by Daniel | September 23, 2015 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
This IS the person to call for a D.U.I. problem
Mr. Pakneshan is a former prosecutor and is extremely knowledgeable in both the civil and criminal aspects of D.U.I., which is crucial in getting the best outcome. Had it not been for his expertise, professionalism, attention to detail and understanding of strategy in dealing with the Court and the ...
Posted by anonymous | April 29, 2013 | DUI & DWI
Thank you!
I hired the Pakneshan Firm for my son's DUI case. He had a previous DUI last year, so we were very concerned that he would be facing jail time. Mr. Pakneshan was very experienced and answered all of our questions and concerns. He always gave us updates on the case. It was also nice that we could ...
Posted by anonymous | June 22, 2009 | DUI & DWI
Excellent Attorney!
Mr. Pakneshan handled my DUI case in 2008. He guided me through the legal process and made sure I got a good deal from the DA. Mr. Pakneshan made all court appearances and went to the DMV hearing for me. I never even had to step foot in court. I hope I never need a criminal attorney again, but i...
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Experience
Honors
2014
Top 100 Trial Lawyers (selected for membership), The National Trial Lawyers
2003
Award for Exemplary Public Service, University of Pennsylvania Law School
Work Experience
2007 - Present
Attorney, The Pakneshan Firm
2005 - 2007
Deputy District Attorney, Sonoma County District Attorney's Office
2003 - 2003
Intern, Philadelphia District Attorney's Office
2002 - 2002
Intern, Consumer Bankruptcy Assistance Project
2002 - 2002
Intern, San Francisco Public Defender's Office
2002 - 2002
Intern, San Francisco Public Defender's Office
2001 - 2001
Intern, Prison Law Office
Associations
2012 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2011 - Present
Penn Law Northern California Alumni SocietyFounding Member
2004 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
Sample of Legal Cases
San Mateo County - Domestic Violence Restraining Order Case (Family Law)
Complete victory!
Solano County DUI Case
District Attorney reduced charges to wet reckless. DMV refusal suspension hearing dismissed. Client avoided license suspension. Client needed license to drive to work and could not accept a license suspension for even one day.
DUI Case
Charges Reduced to Wet-Reckless
Alameda County Felony Matter
Dismissed
Domestic Violence
Case Dismissed
Santa Clara County DUI Case
Dismissed
Education
2003
University of Pennsylvania Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1998
UCLA
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2003
Managerial Decision Making Presentation
Police Search & Seizure
Languages
Spanish
English
Persian
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Will my DUI case dismissed- BAC far less than 0.08. Blood test result will come several weeks later.
09 Feb 2013
Q&A
Do I have to testify against someone if I didn't press charges ? And if I don't, will I be in trouble ?
29 Jan 2013