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Ghazal Sharif
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About Ghazal
Biography
Ghazal Sharif of The G Law Firm defends people accused of driving under the influence (DUI) in Pleasanton, San Jose, and Fremont. She helps clients protect their driving privileges, avoid harsh penalties, and work toward having their DUI charges dismissed or reduced to a lesser offense.
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DUI Defense by a Former Prosecutor. Free Consults. Payment Plans.
Award-Winning DUI Lawyer in Pleasanton & San Jose. Former Prosecutor. Free Consultations. Flexible Payment Plans.
Practice Areas
1
Practice Area
DUI and DWI
100%
11 years | 2,000 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Retainer
Never
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
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Licenses
Licensed in California for 10 years
State: California
Acquired: 2015
No misconduct found
Location
The G Law Firm – DUI Lawyer
(925) 471-8518
Mobile
6701 Koll Center Pkwy, Suite 250, Pleasanton, CA, 94566
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Ghazal Sharif's Reviews
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Practice Areas
DUI & DWI (172)
Criminal Defense (152)
Lawsuits & Disputes (34)
Expungement (12)
Speeding & Traffic Ticket (12)
Immigration (6)
Car Accidents (4)
Military Law (3)
Administrative Law (2)
Drug Crime (2)
Employment & Labor (2)
Bankruptcy & Debt (1)
Debt Settlement (1)
Divorce & Separation (1)
State, Local And Municipal Law (1)
What Clients Mention
Case Results (230)
Advocacy (178)
Recommendation (121)
Responsiveness (92)
Communication Style (89)
Professionalism (85)
Practice Area Knowledge (77)
Compassion (63)
Cost of Services (48)
Character & Conduct (44)
General Knowledge (41)
Trustworthiness (35)
Punctuality (12)
Payment Plans (9)
Free Consultations (7)
Staff & Support (3)
Showing 36 - 40 of 41 reviews | General Knowledge
Posted by Luis | March 06, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
DUI Lawyer
Initially, I did not plan to hire a lawyer. However, I’m glad I hired Ghazal. She is very knowledgeable and she helped me keep my drivers license.
Posted by Andrew | February 23, 2020 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
An amazing individual who knows exactly what she's doing
I received my first DUI, and was incredibly scared as to what was going to happen. I had no prior knowledge of what the DUI process was going to entail, so I decided to hire a lawyer and it was truly the best decision of my life. Ghazal was not only incredibly kind and reassuring throughout the entir...
Posted by anonymous | February 12, 2020 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
DUI
Hiring Ghazal changed my life. Getting a DUI felt like my world would never be the same. I came across her name and thought it sounded nice so I texted her and she immediately responded. She made me feel at ease and explained all my options. She was so supportive and informative. Always making...
Posted by Hardek | November 20, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Charges Dismissed!
I hired Ghazal to represent a good friend in an ongoing criminal case. She persuaded the prosecutor to dismiss the charges in exchange for community service. She understood the charges and knew how to defend the case. She called, emailed and called us again, before and after each court hearing. ...
Posted by anonymous | August 25, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Best Lawyer Ever!
I called for a free case review. Ghazal made me feel much better. She explained the entire process in detail, including the likely, best and worst outcome of my case. She remained calm, patient, kind and encouraging, as she answered all of my questions. She gave me time to talk to other lawyers, ...
Ghazal Sharif's Lawyer Endorsements
"Ghazal is an experienced and hard-working DUI attorney, whose practice is built on results. She examines cases from every possible angle to get her clients great outcomes. I am confident that you will be in great hands with Ghazal - and she's great at getting back to clients."
"Ghazal is a highly skilled attorney, with experience, knowledge and passion. She is a savvy problem solver, a force to be reckoned with at trial and a serious advocate for her clients. She is driven by a killer work ethic and invested in achieving the best possible outcome for her clients."
"Ghazal is one of the best DUI attorneys in the bay area. If you ever need a truly expert for a DUI case, look no further. She's kind with the clients, but aggressive and strategic on her defense."
"Ghazal is an incredible advocate who works tirelessly to obtain the best possible outcome for her clients. In addition to her successful track record and strong negotiating skills, she is also a kind and personable attorney who cares about her clients and truly listens to their concerns. I trust Ghazal and would happily recommend her to any friends or family who are in need."
"Ghazal is an incredible advocate for her clients! She works tirelessly to defend them and does so with compassion, kindness, and vast knowledge of the law. I highly recommend Ghazal for any of your DUI/DWI matters."
"I endorse this lawyer.Incredible attorney to say the least. She's fierce and willing to go the extra mile to fight and obtain good results for her clients. Don't look elsewhere. She's the person for the job!"
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Ghazal is a veritable expert in DUI defense. She regularly advises the legal community on DUI matters and demonstrates a clear command of the law and court system."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ghazal is a skilled and dedicated advocate with a high degree of competence in DUI and other criminal defense related matters."
"Ghazal fights tooth and nail for her clients. She is an excellent attorney and a notch above nearly all criminal defense attorneys out there. Highly recommend."
"I strongly endorse Ghazal not only as an attorney, but as a person as well. She is smart, tactful, and passionate about her legal work; I am personally aware of several fantastic results Ghazal has been able to achieve. More importantly, I have never had a negative interaction with Ghazal and she is well-respected by prosecutors, judges, and fellow defense attorneys."
"I endorse this lawyer!"
"Ghazal and I have known each other going back to our days in law school. She is a zealous advocate and a compassionate counsel. Her work ethic is also second to none. Clients will be thrilled to have Ghazal by their sides!"
"I recently attended an elite training course on DUI defense. Ms. Sharif excelled in the course and demonstrated an admirable level of professionalism. Through discussing cases with her, it was evident she understood the issues and was genuine in her concern for the welfare of her clients. Those are the makings of a phenomenal attorney."
"Ghazal is a true professional in the courtroom. She is incredibly passionate and is dedicated to her clients. She has tremendous experience handling DUI cases. I endorse this lawyer."
"Ghazal is a dedicated and experienced attorney who always has her client's best interests in mind. She fights hard for her clients and never gives up."
"Ghazal is tremendously experienced, extremely effective, and well respected by the District Attorneys. She fights tooth and nail for her clients until she achieves the best results. I highly recommend Ghazal."
"Ghazal is an AWESOME attorney. I am amazed at the results that she is able to achieve for clients. From reductions in charges to DMV set asides she has an amazing track record of excellent results for her clients!"
"Ghazal is a a fantastic attorney. She is not only knowledgable, but she is also passionate and can empathize with her clients. I would absolutely recommend Ghazal to any of my friends or family."
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Experience
Honors
2025
2019-2025 Thumbtack Top Pro, Thumbtack
2025
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2024
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2023
2020-2025 Best Fremont DUI Attorneys, Expertise
2023
2019-2025 Avvo Clients' Choice Award, Avvo
2019
Top 40 Under 40 Criminal Defense Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers
2019
10.0 Top Attorney Rating, Avvo
2019
10.0 Lawyer Rating, Justia
2016
Outstanding Law Enforcement Agency, U.S. Department of Justice United States Attorney Office
2014
Distinguished Service As Judicial Extern to the Court of Appeal, State of California Court of Appeal Fourth Appellate District, Division One
2013
First Place Mediation Competition, California Western School of Law
2013
Moot Court Distinguished Advocate Award, California Western School of Law
2013
Judicial Clerkship Program, American Bar Association
2011
Make a Difference Recognition Award, Pleasanton Unified School District, Special Education Program
2011
Commendation for Exemplary Service, Assemblymember Joan Buchanan
2009
Magna Cum Laude, Saint Mary's College of California
Work Experience
2019 - Present
Founder and CEO, The G Law Firm
2018 - 2019
Managing Attorney, The Kavinoky Law Firm
2014 - 2014
Judicial Extern for Justice Terry B. O’Rourke, Fourth District Court of Appeal, Division One
2014 - 2016
Deputy District Attorney, San Joaquin County District Attorney's Office
2013 - 2013
Judicial Extern for Judge Joseph P. Brannigan, San Diego Superior Court
Associations
2019 - Present
California Lawyers AssociationMember
2019 - Present
California DUI Lawyers AssociationMember
2019 - Present
American Bar Association FoundationMember
2015 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
Sample of Legal Cases
DUI with speed enhancement reduced to a wet reckless & no license suspension
DUI reduced to a wet reckless; speed enhancement dismissed; DMV set aside (avoided 1–year license suspension).
Education
2019
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
DWI Detection and Standardized Field Sobriety Testing Training
2019
California DUI Lawyers Association
Winning Jurors Seminar
2018
California Attorneys for Criminal Justice
2018 DUI Rules of the Road XXI Seminar
2014
California Western School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2009
Saint Mary's College of California
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2019
The Kavinoky Law Firm
2019: New Criminal Statutes
2018
The Kavinoky Law Firm
Mental Health Diversion Under California Penal Code § 1001.36
Publications
2020
Expertise
20 Best Fremont DUI Attorneys
2019
Afghan Millennials
Afghan Millennials: Introducing Ghazal Sharif
2018
California Western Law Review
Featured Alumni
2017
SF Gate
Paying Respect to Mayor Ed Lee
2017
Digital Discovery & e-Evidence (BNA)
Lawyers Fighting Trump's Muslim Ban
2016
Stanford Law & Policy Review
Diversity in Prosecutors’ Offices: Views from the Front Line
2015
2015
The Record
Week in Photos Oct. 20-26
2013
California Western Law
Winners of the Mediation Competition
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Should I fight my DUI case?
30 Jul 2019
Q&A
How can I get a DUI charge reduced or waived?
29 Jul 2019
Q&A
My husband got arrested for a DUI but we don’t understand the charges.
19 Jul 2019