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39159 Paseo Padre Pkwy
Fremont, CA
2121 North California Blvd
Walnut Creek, CA
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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CA | Active | 1995 | 11/04/2019 |
Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
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Top 100 Criminal Defense Trial Lawyers Invitation Selection | National Trial Lawyers | 2017 |
Top 100 Criminal Defense Trial Lawyers Invitation Selection | National Trial Lawyers | 2016 |
Top 100 Criminal Defense Trial Lawyers Invitation Selection | National Trial Lawyers | 2015 |
Top 100 Trial Lawyers | National Trial Lawyers | 2014 |
Top 100 Trial Lawyers | National Trial Lawyers | 2013 |
Certification | California DUI Lawyers Association | 2009 |
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Certification | California DUI Lawyers Association | 2008 |
Over 1000 hours volunteered | ALRP | N/A |
Certified for administration of Standardized Field Sobriety Test | National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) | N/A |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Deputy District Attorney | Marin County District Attorney's Office | 1995 - 1996 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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National College of DUI Defense | General Member | 2011 - Present |
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Member | 2011 - Present |
California DUI Lawyers Association | Board Member | N/A |
Alameda County Bar Association | Member | N/A |
State Bar of California | Member | N/A |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Napa Valley Register | Motorist Refuses To Show License at Sobriety Checkpoint | 2014 |
Women's Defender's Newsletter | Helmandollar Means Dollars For Your Client's | 2005 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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California Western School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 1994 |
University of Tennessee, Knoxville (main) | N/A | N/A |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Handling DUI Cases | DUI | 2011 |
State Bar of Nevada | DUI INVESTIGATION | 2007 |
Speaker, Nevada State Bar, 2007 | Ethics | 2007 |
Case name | Outcome |
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People of the State of California v. J.C. | NOT GUILTY ON REFUSAL |
People of the State of California v A.R. | Charges Reduced. |
People of the State of California v M.M. | NO JAIL! |
DMV v R.Z. | Client kept license! |
Posted by Andrea
Thu Jun 20 2019
Posted by Joe
Mon May 27 2019
Ghazal Sharif, DUI and DWI Attorney on Aug 2, 2019
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Amy is an incredible criminal defense lawyer and I aspire to just like her!
Givelle Lamano, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 28, 2019
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Amy is amazing. She is the premiere attorney for DUI/DWI defense in the bay area. I highly recommend her.
Douglas Borthwick, Family Attorney on Dec 8, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Gregory Comings, Sex crime Attorney on Nov 10, 2014
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer.
Ali Komaili, DUI and DWI Attorney on Oct 15, 2014
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Ms. Morell is an excellent attorney who is passionate about providing the best representation to her clients. She is very skilled and extremely knowledgeable, I highly recommend Ms. Morell!
Scott Henry, DUI and DWI Attorney on Oct 15, 2014
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Amy is a great Attorney that truly cares about each and every one of her clients. This is apparent on the hard work she puts into each and every case. I would without hesitation recommend Amy and her services.
Michael Meehan, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 13, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Ms. Morell is an excellent attorney who has thorough knowledge of all areas of Driving Under the Influence Law in California. She is well respected by the Courts and the prosecutors throughout Northern California. I would strongly recommend her to anyone who needs a strong advocate.
Michelle Dylan, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 22, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Amy is an experienced, dedicated and passionate criminal defense attorney. Her extensive knowledge of dui law and her skill in the courtroom make her a powerful advocate. Amy fights tenaciously for her clients and I highly recommend her!
Markus Dombois, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 22, 2010
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Amy is an extremely knowledgeable and compassionate lawyer. She keeps in close contact with her clients and uses all the modern technological methods to do so. If I got a DUI, I would hire Amy without a moment's hesitation.
Terry Wapner, DUI and DWI Attorney on Jan 16, 2010
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Amy is considered one of the Bay area's best DUI lawyers. She is prepared and knowledgeable and will fight to give you the best chance at a favorable outcome in your case. She is the San Francisco lawyer I refer to when asked for a recommendation in that area. I highly endorse this lawyer's work.
I endorse this lawyer's work. Ms. Morell is a tenacious drunk driving defense attorney. She dedicates herself to every case and will do her very best to secure a favorable outcome for her clients.
Denis White, DUI and DWI Attorney on Dec 2, 2009
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
What a package! Smart isn't enough in the practice of DUI law. Amy seems to have it all. The people skills that it takes to make her easy to warm up to and the smarts that it takes to pull a rabbit out of the hat in court. If you or someone you know has been arrested for a DUI anywhere in the Bay Area, send her an e-mail or give her a call.
Thomas Wallin, DUI and DWI Attorney on Nov 9, 2009
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer's work. Amy is a smart, dedicated attorney who strives to do the best for her clients. She is experienced and knowledgeable in DUI Defense.
D. Michael Phillips, Personal injury Attorney on Nov 5, 2009
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
It has been said that DUI defense is harder than a murder trial. There are lots of lawyers that will take a DUI case, but there are only a few who really are DUI specialists- Ms. Morell is clearly in that last group. As a member of the California DUI Defenders Association she has shown her commitment to aggressive and successful defense of those charged with drinking and driving. Her reputation among the best DUI lawyers in northern California is "the real deal" and she is a true fighter for her clients.
Donald Ramsell, DUI and DWI Attorney on Sep 30, 2009
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer's work. Amy is highly respected by fellow attorneys as a successful DUI/DWI attorney. If arrested for DUI/DWI, call her first!
Virginia Landry, DUI and DWI Attorney on Aug 5, 2009
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Amy Morell has such a keen knowledge of the law and the uncanny ability to get judges and prosecutors to "see it her way" that I would whole heartedly recommend her to anyone in trouble in Northern California. Attorney Morell always comes to court prepared and ready to protect her clients. She has an incredible sense of humor which easily lets clients feel comfortable during their legal battles. Amy not only wins the battle, she wins the war!
Mary Prevost, DUI and DWI Attorney on Jun 5, 2009
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Amy Morell is one of the most dynamic and successful criminal defense and DUI lawyers in the Bay area. She thoroughly investigates each case, and is not scared to go to trial, as are other lawyers. If you are charged with a crime, you are in excellent hands with Amy Morell.
Manny Daskal, DUI and DWI Attorney on Jun 4, 2009
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Amy is considered the DUI DIVA, in the best sense of the word. She has a vast scope of knowledge and understanding of DUI law. Along with that, Amy is always prepared and ensures that her clients always get the best representation possible. One cannot do better than to have Amy on his or her side in a criminal or administrative proceeding.
Donald Drewry, DUI and DWI Attorney on Jun 2, 2009
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer's work because she is thorough and exhaustive in her efforts to defend her clients. It is because of her extensive knowledge in this field that she has such a great success rate for her clients. That is a pleasure to see in the courtroom when I am there fighting for my clients. If you are selecting Amy as your DUI lawyer in your case, you are making an excellent choice.
Aaron Hicks, Personal injury Attorney on May 26, 2009
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Amy is the quintessential DUI trial lawyer. Her knowledge in this area of law is second to none. Anyone in the Bay Area would be in extremely competent and professional hands with her.
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