Lynn Gorelick

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Lynn Gorelick

4.9
75 reviews
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Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 42 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Pleasanton, CA
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense, Expungement

5900 Hopyard Rd, West Lobby, Suite 100, Pleasanton, CA

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About Lynn

Biography

Expertly defending DUI and Criminal cases for over 40 years with personal attention. I will personally handle your case. EXPERIENCE MATTERS. I am the Past President of the California DUI Lawyers Association, a Regent and Faculty member of National College for DUI Defense. Call now 925-847-3006 !

Over 40 years of top notch experience representing my clients with professionalism and care. If you are charged with a crime, you want someone to be IN YOUR CORNER. You will receive personal attention - I will handle you case, not an associate. EXPERIENCE MATTERS. Call now 925-847-3006

Expertly defending DUI, DWI and DMV cases for over 40 years. Experience matters. Personal detailed attention is essential to my representation. I have handled thousands of DUI cases. Let me provide you with excellent representation.

Change your life, open new doors, establish your positive reputation. I handle expungements, record sealing and arrest sealing which can assist in job searches, credit checks, housing opportunities. Let me help you get a fresh start. Call 925-847-3006 for an immediate consultation.

Practice Areas

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Practice Areas

DUI and DWI 60%

My practice has been dedicated to the defense of people accused of DUI for over 3o years. I am the President of the California DUI Lawyers Association and have lectured nationwide on issues related to DUI defense. I do a thorough investigation of each case. I am the attorney who will be personally handling your case. I never charge for an initial consultation.

43 years | 5,000 cases

60%
Criminal Defense 30%

30%
Expungement 10%

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

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Awards

Client's Choice
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+ 5
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in California for 42 years

State: California

Acquired: 1983

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Gorelick Law Offices

5900 Hopyard Rd, West Lobby, Suite 100, Pleasanton, CA, 94588-3150

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Lynn Gorelick's Reviews

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Posted by DUI Client | June 18, 2015 | DUI & DWI

A THANK YOU TO LYNN AND EVERYONE AT GORELICK LAW OFFICES

Lynn got my DUI reduced and helped get my life back on track. She is very professional and helped me and my family through the whole process. I am sincerely grateful for everything she has done.

Lynn Gorelick

Replied last June 18, 2015

Thank you for your kind words. I strive to make things easier for my clients.

Posted by anonymous | November 25, 2013 | DUI & DWI

Lynn is calm, professional, experienced, confident, and positive!

I received my first (and last!) DUI while driving home after 2 glasses of wine. I was arrested for the first time in my life, spent the night in a country jail, and missed the next day of teaching in my 4th grade classroom.... as a 'no show'. I was not only completely embarrassed by the whole experi...ence, but disoriented, confused, shocked, and traumatized. I received a plethora of brochures and advertisements for DUI lawyers to help me fight my case in court and DMV hearing. I didn’t even think I needed or wanted a lawyer, and that this whole thing shouldn’t have happened. I called many lawyers, had phone consultations, and thoroughly read all of their materials. Many of the lawyers were knowledgable, but sounded like they were repeating jargon and insisting I hire them as a lawyer to fight my case through court and the DMV hearing. Most were aggressive and affordable. This is what I thought I wanted.... but felt uneasy. I then found Lynn Gorelick who was like a breath of fresh air. She was much more expensive then the rest, but was honest, transparent, and advised me well. She patiently coached me through defending myself in court, because the case was most likely going to be dropped due to its low BAC%. Indeed it was. At that point, I felt like Lynn was trustworthy and had my best interest; as well as her time, in mind - not money. However, the fight was not over. I still had the DMV hearing creeping up. My BAC% came back over the .08% limit and I was destined to lose my license. I then hired Lynn to defend me during my DMV hearing process, which lasted nearly 6 months. The moment I made this decision, I knew it was the right choice! Lynn and her assistants kept me informed, diligently took over my case, followed through with hearing procedures, and simply took the reins from there. Lynn and her staff are all calm, professional, experienced, confident, and positive! The money was WELL worth spent! I got my license back and I never had to appear at a hearing. She is DEFINITELY the lawyer you want to go with if you want peace after a DUI arrest.

Posted by anonymous | October 28, 2013 | DUI & DWI

Knowing what I know today, I would still go with Lynn 100%

By some luck, I found Lynn's number the morning I was released. I was in a state of complete bewilderment, and Lynn helped me to regain my bearings. From there, she helped me to win my DMV hearing, and get my charges reduced to a wet/reckless. She took care of the entire process, and her services ...were well worth the cost.

Posted by willie 10/22/13 | October 25, 2013 | DUI & DWI

She saved my license ,embarrassment

IF you ever make a mistake of driving drunk, this the lawyer you wanna call.She saved my license "CDLA".She's expensive but worth it trust me. Good luck .

Posted by anonymous | April 30, 2013 | DUI & DWI

Highly Educated, Honest, Trustworthy, Responsive, Very Knowledgeable of Human Rights & Laws

Lynn Gorelick knows the Alameda County court system better than any other defense lawyer in the Bay area. She is experienced, focused and unrelenting, I faced a DUI charge and I was completely lost I had no idea of what to do. I started out with talking with and interviewing several law firms and att...orneys and still didn't know what to do until I found Lynn Gorelick, after meeting with her face to face I instantly knew that she would fight to the bitter end on my behalf and, she did. I am so very grateful that I found her she is a miracle worker. On my day at court, she negotiated with the DA in chambers beforehand and got my imminent DUI reduced to a wet reckless this was the best outcome that I could have had hoped for based on the circumstances. Next I had to deal with the DMV hearing, Lynn represented me and won a "Set Aside” ruling and staying any action by DMV to affect my license. I cannot speak highly enough about her entire office and her impeccable professionalism, she supported me through each step in the process. Lynn gets my vote for MVP and overall nice & truly compassionate person.

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Lynn Gorelick's Lawyer Endorsements

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David Cohen

DUI and DWI lawyer | Mar 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"One of the Bay Area's best. I endorse this lawyer."

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Brian Wright

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jun 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I would endorse Lynn for any client in need of DUI representation. Her dedication to learning all she can about the entire DUI process is unparalleled. I would highly recommend her."

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George Williams

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jun 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Lynn for anyone looking for premier representation in a DUI matter. She has the knowledge, experience and intellect to get the best result possible."

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Douglas Borthwick

DUI and DWI lawyer | Dec 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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John Thornton

DUI and DWI lawyer | Oct 24

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Christopher Leroi

DUI and DWI lawyer | Sep 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. As a former judge, magistrate and prosecutor over the past 24 years, I can tell you that she is an exemplary attorney. I would recommend anyone and everyone for her services. There is no better decision that you could make."

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John Campanella

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Mark Sollitt

DUI and DWI lawyer | Nov 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Lynne for about twenty years. I have referred clients to her, including several of my "former students" as I used to teach high school in Fremont, California, but I know live/practice in the Sacramento area. I have also referred a relative to Lynn and I have always received positive feedback about Lynn from those referrals. I attend workshops for DUI/DMV law on a regular basis and I don't think that I have ever attended one where Lynn was not present. She is a very warm, supportive person and is also an excellent attorney."

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Bryce Fetter

DUI and DWI lawyer | Oct 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jonah Chew

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Lynn is one of the nicest and smartest people you'll ever meet in this business. She is experienced and gets the best results for her clients. She is always willing to help fellow attorneys and is the "go to" attorney that other attorneys turn to with questions. I endorse Lynn with no reservations."

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Abigail Rivamonte

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Lynn is phenomenal. She's experienced, kind, and gets the best results for her clients. I have yet to meet one person who does not love Lynn. She mentors other attorneys and is always willing to share her ideas on how to deal with tough cases. I would not hesitate to hire her as my attorney."

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Okorie Okorocha

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jul 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Gorelick is one of the leading DUI lawyers in California. I endorse this lawyer."

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Karina Jacobo

DUI and DWI lawyer | Oct 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Lynn is very knowledgeable about DUI Defense and is always willing to share her insights with fellow attorneys. I wholeheartedly endorse her work."

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Justin McShane

DUI and DWI lawyer | Oct 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Gorelick is a nationally known and highly regarded skilled trial advocate whose tireless efforts on behalf of the citizen among us who has been accused of a crime has earned her the many endorsements and accolades that one can read here. However, they understate her true value and worth in this field of criminal defense. I can attest to her reputation, knowledge, experience and trustworthiness. I gladly give her my highest form of endorsement. You will too."

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Markus Dombois

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jun 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Ms. Gorelick is incredibly knowledgeable in California DUI Law. Consequently she is an accomplished and ferocious litigator. If you are charged with DUI/DWI, you want her at your side!"

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Eloy Trujillo

DUI and DWI lawyer | May 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Gorelick is a hard-working and effective advocate."

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Thomas Wallin

DUI and DWI lawyer | Nov 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have gotten to know this attorney through my work with Virginia Landry. Lynn is one of the best and brightest lawyers in the Bay Area. I have met her at a number of DUI conferences and know that she constantly strives to do the best for her clients."

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Daniel Horowitz

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Lynn is not just brilliant (and she is). Lynn knows how to work with people. She gets cases dismissed ... I don't know how sometimes. She knows the facts inside and out and she knows your case inside and out. I go to her for questions in her areas of specialization and I get answers that I rely on. I can't trust many other attorneys to that level but I trust Lynn. Dan Horowitz"

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Donald Drewry

DUI and DWI lawyer | Sep 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Ms. Gorelick because she always spends the time reviewing the small details to get her clients the best results that can be obtained. In her 26 years of being a criminal defense lawyer, she has never lost a trial in a case where her client was charged with a DUI refusal. Never!!! That is an outstanding result. Ms. Gorelick's concern for obtaining the best results for her clients can be seen in the courthouse hallways when you see her clients thanking her for helping and representing them, and I have seen that. Presently, Ms. Gorelick is a leader in the largest California DUI defense organization the California DUI Lawyer's Association (CDLA), and as I write this, she is the Vice President of the CDLA. It is just a matter of time this excellent lawyer will become President. What more could you ask for when seeking a lawyer to represent you in your criminal charge of DUI. Lawyers seek her advise, and you would be well advised to hire her to represent you. I would!!!!"

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Elizabeth Grossman

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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John Thornton

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Robert Hamilton

DUI and DWI lawyer

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W. McKinney

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Michael Kennedy

DUI and DWI lawyer

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John Campanella

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Barry Simons

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Manuel Barba

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Thomas Wallin

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Michael Fremont

DUI and DWI lawyer

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G. Cole Casey

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Richard Middlebrook

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Aaron Bortel

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jonah Chew

Criminal defense lawyer

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Okorie Okorocha

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Abigail Rivamonte

Criminal defense lawyer

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Karina Jacobo

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Markus Dombois

Criminal defense lawyer

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Justin McShane

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Mary-Margaret Bierbaum

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Donald Drewry

DUI and DWI lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

1995

Best Lawyer, Alameda Newspaper Group

1994

Best Lawyer, Alameda Newspaper Group

1993

Best Lawyer, Alameda Newspaper Group

1992

Best Lawyer, Alameda Newspaper Group

1991

Best Lawyer, Alameda Newspaper Group

1990

Best Lawyer, Alameda Newspaper Group

Work Experience

1984 - Present

Partner, Law Offices of Allan Gorelick

Associations

2006 - Present

National College of DUI Defense

Member

1995 - Present

California DUI Lawyers Association

Board of Directors Officer

2004 - 2012

California DUI Lawyers Association

Vice President

Sample of Legal Cases

Yordamlis v. Zolin 11 Cal.App.4th 655

Successful appeal on DMV suspension

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Education

1983

Hastiings College of the Law

Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2010

California DUI Lawyers Association Voir Dire in Refusal Cases

2009

The DUI and the DMV

How the DMV and DUI Consequences Interact

N/A

Women Lawyers Association

Department of Motor Vehicles Actions

Publications

2013

National College of DUI Defense Trial Tip

Languages

English

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