Charles Francis Carbone

Charles Francis Carbone

4.8
Rating: 6.6

Licensed for 25 years

Civil rights Lawyer at San Francisco, CA
Practice Areas: Civil Rights

PO Box 2809, San Francisco, CA

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Licensed in California for 25 years

State: California

Acquired: 2000

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PRISONER RIGHTS LAWYER

PO Box 2809, San Francisco, CA, 94126

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Charles Francis Carbone's Reviews

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4.8 /5.0

144 Client Reviews

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Posted by Chris | January 02, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

First hearing!

Mr. Carbone is the best attorney hands down! I questioned whether it would be worth hiring a private attorney as opposed to a state one. I looked at many attorneys but ultimately decided on Mr. Carbone and was found suitable on my first hearing. I was able to spend Christmas with my family. I had som...e extremely challenging issues to answer for in board and his help in exploring these issues was invaluable. If you feel like you have a shot, hire him! You won't regret it. If your not in a position to be found suitable yet, do the work and then hire Mr. Carbone. Thank you!

Posted by Mark | November 23, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Life really IS greener on the other side!

I had lost all my hope years ago of ever getting out of prison. I never made it to a level 3 and remained a level 4 my entire term. My points were high even the day I walked out the gate. I realized after talking to Mr. Charles Carbone that there was hope after all despite how far I had dug a hol...e for myself within the CDC. I had a long disciplinary history with many years in the SHU. The confidentials that were presented to the board made me look like John Gotti. Two years ago with a raunchy file Mr. Carbone was able to get me a 3 year denial. Earlier this year he filed a 1045 petition and hooked it up nicely. It was granted and in July I was granted parole. During the parole hearing, I was digging a hole for myself by veering off course of the subject the commissioner was on. Mr. Carbone was able to twist it back around in my favor. That was what got me my grant. On November 16 I was released and now I reside in the free world. Thanks to Mr. Carbone. For those of you whom read this and are considering hiring Mr. Carbone for your attorney I am advising you not to hesitate because I was a man without hope and probably far worse off than yourself or your loved one that is a lifer yet Mr. Carbone is the sole reason why I am a free man today. For those of you whom think the dump truck stated appointed attorneys are going to get you out yourself deceived. The money that it takes to hire Mr. Carbone is nothing in comparison to how wonderful this freedom is. I am truly blown away with this experience. To me, Carbone is like a God and I have the nothing but the greatest respect for this man. Thank you Charles, man you're the best and there's nobody like you. Respectfully submitted, Mark

Posted by anonymous | October 17, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Good job, thank you

I hired Charles to represent my son at his parole board hearing this September. We considered several very reputable experienced attorneys and after much discussion, we decided Charles would be the best attorney. It was the right decision. Charles did exactly what he said he would do including vis...iting my son on 3 occasions and providing valuable feedback to help my son prepare for board. While Charles was helpful, I know my son's preparation for the last 8 years is what ultimately got him paroled. It will not be one attorney to make this happen. It takes years of hard work and sincerity and true insight from the family/friend in prison. Nevertheless, Charles was there to ensure the hearing went as it should and I do appreciate everything he did for my son. My son was granted parole at his first hearing which we all know is next to impossible. Keep encouraging your loved one to do the work necessary to be ready for parole and then hire Charles to ensure all goes well. I wish I could share my sons story with everyone who has hope that one day their loved one will come home as well. Currently, we are waiting for the Governor's review to confirm my son's release date. It should be within the next 4 months. With gratitude, my son's mother.

Posted by Noy | October 01, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Justice at Last!!!

After so many parole denials, including the one in 2016, we knew the only way my brother could get a just outcome was thru the courts. We interviewed several attorneys, but Mr. Carbone stood out from the rest and he was retained to appeal the parole board's decision. Mr. Carbone wrote a strong and c...ompelling appeal. The Superior Court Judge sided with my brother's appeal and ordered the parole board to give him another hearing. On September 26, 2017, the board granted my brother parole after serving 33 years. Mr. Carbone fought for my brother's right to parole even when faced with heavy opposition from the Department of Justice, the Assistant District Attorney and Victim Rights Advocates. We are thankful and grateful for his passion for prisoner rights, and his unwavering commitment to fight for justice. We are beyond happy with the outcome!

Posted by Ruby | September 06, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

GRATEFUL WITH MUCH ALOHA

Atty Carbone has been and continues to be a man of his word. He helped my husband who's serving a 15 to life sentence, come home to us in a few days. We hired Atty Carbone first in 2014 but got a 3 year denial. He "lit the fire" with my husband and kept him focused with his multiple programs and "...homework" on insight personally for my husband in which my husband now fully understands the purpose of life and to be reunited with his family. This year we hired Atty. Carbone again and,with GODS GRACE, my husband was found suitable in May. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND Atty Carbone to help your loved one come home. He's commited to fight for you and your loved one to come home. Mahalo nui loa Atty! We are grateful and much ALOHA for all you did for us! MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR PRACTICE ALWAYS!

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Stacie Power

Civil rights lawyer | Sep 04

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"I absolutely endorse Mr. Carbone for his excellent work representing a family member who achieved a parole grant at his initial lifer hearing. Mr. Carbone is an outstanding advocate for his clients and clearly demonstrates his passion for what he does. He definitely sets the bar for other lawyers in our community."

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Rating:  6.6 (Good)

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Fordham University School of Law

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State Univ of New York SOL

Languages

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Spanish

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