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

3

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
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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Showing 6 - 10 of 17 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by Fernando | October 28, 2021 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Experience, intelligence, compassion - the best!

I can't emphasize enough how lucky I was to find the Law Office of Gorelick. I dealt with a challenging DUI case that could potentially put my employment at risk and my future opportunities. Since I called Lynn, I knew that she was the correct attorney for me. She provided clear guidance and strategy... for my case. She is compassionate, thoughtful and is a seasoned attorney that knows the judicial system very well. Her team is also very professional and will address any questions or concerns in your case. She has very reasonable rates, and I can't be more surprised that she could dismiss my case. Yes, she delivered an excellent result for me, and I can't thank her enough. If you need a seasoned attorney for a DUI case, she is the best! Thank you, Lynn and Teresa, for all your help and support.

Posted by Larry | September 09, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

DUI representation

I was an out of state client. Lynn attended all my court dates, provided excellent guidance, support and counsel. Her team was very professional, knowledgeable, and kept me well informed.

Lynn Gorelick

Replied last January 25, 2024

I appreciate you taking the time to review your experience. I always strive to provide A+ service to my clients.

Posted by Jordan | July 03, 2019 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Couldn’t have asked for a better Lawyer!

Having to look for a Lawyer is something I never thought I’d have to do. I was nervous, scared, depressed of not knowing what kind of mistake this had the capability to turning into. After talking to my cousin who had the same conviction (DUI), he recommended Lynn. I ended up giving her a call right ...away. Just in the first 5 minutes of talking to her I had already felt a sense of relief. She was completely honest from the start and the level of compassion that she showed me really went a long way. Her years of experience shows in both her knowledge and professionalism. She knows the court system inside and out and the outcome of my trial went beyond my expectations. I don’t usually take the time to leave reviews but I really hope my positive experience will encourage someone else to give Lynn a call!

Posted by Rachel | May 26, 2019 | DUI & DWI

NOT greedy, super-sharp, honest, helpful !

Lynn was the 4th attorney we interviewed for a DUI charge that involved some unfortunate mistakes, a night in jail, but, so-luckily for us, much lower than 0.8 BAC. Lynn almost immediately returned our call and listened intelligently to our in-depth particulars, and then surprise !! - she told us t...hat we were really well-positioned and didn't need to spend money on her professional services. She told us precisely what to do, with phone numbers, and said she was always there for us if some hitch arose and we needed her. The other 3 attorneys with whom we discussed our case AT LENGTH had been willing to take it on and, specifically, COMPLETELY willing to exact their thousands of dollars in fees -- all the while realizing that the case was almost sure to be dismissed ??? Things worked out for us as Lynn had said they would, case dismissed - what a breath of fresh-air, hope & confidence-in-humanity she provided in a horrible situation !! THANK YOU, LYNN GORELICK !!

Posted by anonymous | August 16, 2018 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Career saving effort!

3 years ago, I found myself at the bottom. Locked in a cell; away from my wife and kids, inexplicably absent from work, and staring at my life in ruins. I had made the horrific mistake of drinking and driving. To make matters worse, my foolish act impacted another person because they were injured in ...an accident. For the unaware, that means not only was it a DUI, it was a felony DUI that exposed me to nearly a decade in state prison. Despite all of the raw emotion and strain, I knew I had to have the best legal representation available. That was not up for negotiation. My network is vast, and has many lawyers in it. Even still the recommendation was to go with one that I didn’t know; Lynn Gorelick. Lynn had returned from vacation and was immediately thrust into my case, which was (in my eyes) a loser. She could’ve easily passed and went to something less stressful, but she accepted my case. From the moment we met, Lynn displayed that she was in FULL control. She understood my position, my options, and, more importantly, what I was feeling. She held no punches, but communicated facts in a very measured manner. When it was time for me to produce evidence or some documentation, she was firm and made me comprehend the role I played in making this go as best it could. The whole process took nearly 1000 days, seriously, and Lynn was as concerned and involved in my case on the last day as she was the first. In the end, Lynn and I had great success because she took the time and effort to understand who I was and represent that instead of my mistakes. In the end, I received what I thought was an absolutely unattainable outcome, given the circumstances. I spent years googling “Felony DUI case outcomes” and none of them concluded as successfully as mine. 
I FULLY recommend Lynn Gorelick if you find yourself in a compromising situation. Plenty of people can stand up and represent you in court, but none with the purposeful intent that you will get from Lynn. Do yourself a real favor and call her if you’re in trouble.

Lynn Gorelick

Replied last August 16, 2018

This was a difficult case with an excellent result for a deserving client. I truly care about my clients and an ready to fight for their rights and the best results possible. Thank you very much for the review.

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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

Activity

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