Philip Stephen Barnett

Philip Stephen Barnett

5.0
Rating: 9.2

Licensed for 56 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at San Mateo, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

177 Bovet Road Suite 600, San Mateo, CA

This attorney is currently not accepting new clients.
Reason: Not Practicing

About Philip

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 80%

The penalties for misdemeanor crimes can be serious and impact your record. I take criminal defense for petty crimes seriously. I offer aggressive and intelligent strategies to help you get the best possible outcome for felony and narcotic crimes.

80%
DUI and DWI 20%

Complete and aggressive DUI defense, with the primary goal of retaining your driver’s license and keeping you out of jail.

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 56 years

State: California

Acquired: 1969

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Philip S. Barnett

177 Bovet Road Suite 600, San Mateo, CA, 94402

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Philip Stephen Barnett's Reviews

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4 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | September 4, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great Attorney. He was able to have my case dismissed!

Philip is a great attorney for criminal defense . He was able to get my petty theft/embezzlement charges dismissed even though it was extremely unlikely. He is fast at responding and will answer any questions without judging you. This whole court process is scary, but Philip made it as fast as he cou...ld. Highly recommend

Posted by Sahil | May 27, 2015

Best attorney in the bay

Philip has all the qualities you would look for before hiring an Attorney. I have consulted other lawyers but Philip was the best one I ever came across. Knowledge - 5 stars Fee - 5 stars (very reasonable - won't rip you off like other lawyers) Communication - 5 stars (Would listen and communicat...e in simple language so normal people can understand) Getting a hold - 5 stars (He gave me his cell phone no and would always answer my call, You wouldn't want to hire a lawyer whom it would take a whole business day to reach) Hope I would never have to hire a lawyer again but if I did, I would definitely go for Philip Barnett.

Posted by J.J. | August 13, 2013

Highest Recommendation for Mr. Barnett

Phil has represented me three times for DUI cases. In each instance, Mr. Phil was direct and honest with me about the possible resolution to each case. At no time did he make any false promises; rather, he did an outstanding job setting realistic expectations for me regarding what the court might dec...ide in each instance. Along with being upfront, honest, and understanding during those stressful times, Mr. Phil skillfully directed my cases within the court system, using his knowledge and experience, to get my case heard based on our discussed and agreed upon timeline and preferred approach. I am very thankful for the way Mr. Phil dealt with me - he returns calls very quickly, usually that same day, if not within a few hours. He was always on time, if not early, to court. It was very clear to me that the court respects him, which allowed him to obtain for me resolutions to my cases that were more than I thought possible. Because of his diligence and approach, I have referred Mr. Phil to friends, and he has obtained similar results for them. I would recommend Mr. Phil to anyone that wants a professional lawyer of the highest standard to handle their case.

Posted by Emily | December 17, 2012

Expert Criminal Defense Attorney

Phil Barnett is an excellent attorney. I hired him as my criminal defense attorney because he was honest with me, straightforward, professional, and always treated me with respect. Barnett explained every aspect of the legal processes related to my case. He succeeded in getting the best possible o...utcome for me during sentencing. His expertise was very comforting to myself and my family during a very difficult time.

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Nafiz Ahmed

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I ask Phil Barnett all of my toughest legal questions. He is a true master of the art of criminal defense. Better yet, he is easy to talk to and makes amazing results look effortless."

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Nors Davidson

DUI and DWI lawyer | Feb 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Experience

Rating:  9.2 (Superb)

Honors

2018

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2011

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2010

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2009

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2008

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2007

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2006

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2005

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2004

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2003

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2002

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2001

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1970 - 1972

Public Defender, County Of San Bernardino

1966 - 1968

Attorney, Navy Judge Advocate General Corps

Associations

1985 - Present

California Attorneys for Criminal Justice

Member

1972 - Present

San Mateo County Bar Association

Member

1969 - Present

State Bar of California

Member

Education

1964

Brooklyn Law School

LL.B - Bachelor of Laws

1961

Ohio State University, Columbus

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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