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Timothy Brian Rien

Timothy Brian Rien

3.9
Rating: 8.8

Licensed for 48 years

White collar crime Lawyer at Livermore, CA
Practice Areas: White Collar Crime, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

39 South Livermore Avenue, Suite 209, Livermore, CA

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 48 years

State: California

Acquired: 1977

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Law Offices of Timothy B. Rien

39 South Livermore Avenue, Suite 209, Livermore, CA, 94550

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Timothy Brian Rien's Reviews

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3.9 /5.0

7 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | October 07, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Highly Recommend

In 2011 I was referred to Tim Rien and quickly knew I wanted him to represent me in what would be a 4 ½ year case that just recently settled. Tim and his law office team were so helpful and supportive. From the first phone call interaction with Tim I knew I would be in good hands. After hearing my... situation, he wanted to meet with me immediately and made time in his schedule for that same day. I was going through a great deal of stress and was very emotional but Tim made me feel relaxed and comfortable. He communicated in layman’s terms so that I clearly understood what was going on and what to expect moving forward. He made me feel like he cared about finding justice with my case. He would give me advice and often encouraged me to be strong and hold my head high which meant a lot during a very difficult time. From the first meeting I knew Tim was the best choice to represent me. He thoroughly explained every detail of the legal documents, which can be very daunting and confusing. As my situation continued and there were long waiting periods, Tim would check in with me via phone calls and follow my case directly and completely kept me in the loop about everything. That again reassured me that I was in good hands. There was one day when I needed him immediately on the phone to know how to handle some people that had come to my home. I called the office and spoke with Melissa Adams who assured me in a calming voice that Tim was in court, and as soon as he was out, he would be calling me. She advised me in the meantime, how to handle the current situation until Tim was out of court. I received a call from him less than an hour later. On another occasion when I needed to visit the office immediately, to review something that was in my file. I called the office and spoke with Joseph who told me to come in as soon as possible. I always felt like a priority and not just another client. This gave me such peace of mind during the most difficult time in my life. I want people to know that Tim Rien is one the most upstanding people I have ever met. He is professional, honest, dependable, tough, organized and most importantly experienced. He assured me that this would all be over soon and that he would be with me every step of the way…, which he was. Thank you Tim Rien and your professional law team for everything you have done for me during this 4 ½ year ordeal. I look forward to spreading the word and referring people to you who are in need of a professional and caring legal team that goes above and beyond.

Posted by anonymous | December 09, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Great counsel, highly recommend

I initially was referred to Tim's office by a colleague back in 2011 when my initial case arose and I needed counsel. I started working directly with Melissa and eventually received assistance from Tim, Melissa and Joe - the whole team. I appreciated them working as a team and being available to me t...hat way. If I couldn't get a hold of one, someone else would respond to me and was well aware of my situation. My case was resolved but unfortunately a restitution claim arose 2 years after, and the team again was back at bat for me. We just recently completely settled, and I appreciate the work put in and the care that was given. I would highly recommend to others. Although I hope to never need to use them again, if another situation comes up I will already know who to call.

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Timothy Brian Rien's Lawyer Endorsements

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Melinda Garcia

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I had known Mr. Rien by reputation only. He is AV rated, voted a Super Lawyer every year and of course, I had seen him on tv with some of his high profile cases making the news. Years later, I had the pleasure of meeting him professionally. I refer him matters with great confidence in his firm's professionalism."

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Harry Hudson

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Mr. Rien professionally for several years. We have represented defendants in the same case. Mr. Rien was always prepared."

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Melinda Garcia

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Experience

Rating:  8.8 (Excellent)

Honors

2014

Certified Specialist, State Bar of California

2013

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2007

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

1989

Six "Best" Criminal Defense Lawyers, San Francisco Newspaper Group

1982

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

Work Experience

1978 - 1982

Deputy District Attorney, Sonoma County Da's Office

Associations

1983 - Present

State Bar of California

Certified Specialist

1982 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

1982 - Present

California Attorneys for Criminal Justice

Member

1982 - Present

California Public Defenders Association

Member

1982 - Present

The San Francisco Criminal Defense Lawyer's Association

Member

1982 - Present

Criminal Trial Lawyers Association of Northern California

Member

1977 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

1977 - Present

Criminal Law Section

Member

1977 - Present

Criminal Law Court Appointed Attorneys

Member

1977 - Present

Eastern Alameda County Bar Association

Lawyer Referral

Education

2007

Univeristy of San Francisco

Master Fine Arts

1977

Western State University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1974

California State University, Stanislaus

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

1986

California Continuing Education of the Bar (CEB) California Criminal Law- Practice and Procedure
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