Gaurav S Bali

Gaurav S Bali

4.8
Rating: 7.0

Licensed for 14 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Oakland, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Personal Injury

420 3rd Street, Ste 200, Oakland, CA

About Gaurav

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Family 33%

11 years

33%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 14 years

State: California

Acquired: 2011

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Bali Law Offices

420 3rd Street, Ste 200, Oakland, CA, 94607

Bali Law Offices

533 Airport Blvd., Suite 395, Burlingame, CA, 94010

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Gaurav S Bali's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

41 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 7 reviews | Cost of Services

Posted by Melissa | July 18, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Support

Regrettable experience

I hired Guarav Bali for a child support modification. This process took a year and it was not completed. Guarav Bali was often unresponsive, would not make scheduled phone calls, or would do work that was unnecessary to the modification - i understand mistakes and accidents happen but this was so fre...quent that almost a year later I still didn't have anything to show for. It was clear Guarav Bali wasn't the right person for the job - yet he did not think to refer me to someone else who would be more suited for my case. I was out thousands of dollars and nothing got done in the end. This has been the most amount of money I've wasted in any single transaction/business dealing. I do not recommend him, and often warn people to stay away from his disappointing services.

Gaurav Bali

Replied last July 18, 2019

Dear Melissa, I'm surprised to see that you are writing a review now since we have not worked together since Jan 2018 (1.5+ years ago). My office strives for client satisfaction and continues to be a valuable resource for the community in family, criminal, and civil law. I am sorry that you have a negative opinion of what my staff and I accomplished in your case. I'd like to address some of your feedback directly. First, you did not spend "thousands of dollars" at my office; your total bill was $1,710 and I refunded the balance of your retainer. Next, for the modest billing for my legal services, I successfully registered an interstate support order, assisted with the out-of-state support issues and related legal services. Finally, I responded to all of your questions and made time to speak with you in and outside of working hours to suit your schedule, even for issues unrelated to the case at hand. Your characterization of our interaction and end result is simply untrue. I wish you all the best. -Gaurav

Posted by matthew | November 13, 2014

highly recommend

I highly recommend mr. bali. He was very helpful and aswered all my questions whenever I didnt understand something. He helped me get the best deal possible!

Posted by Brandon | December 09, 2013 | Criminal Defense

Excellent Job!!!

I never thought that I would find myself thrown in jail for being in the company of someone who had a history of being in trouble. I actually didn't even have the heart to call my family to let them know where I was I felt so bad. But while I was there I met an inmate who recommended Gaurav Bali. He ...told me that he was an excellent attorney. So I thought, what do I have to loose. I contacted Gaurav and told him my story. He said don't worry, we can win this case. I talked with my parents, yes I just turned 20 years old, and they said "Let's do it". The other guy I was arrested with got 3 years probation and I couldn't afford that. I needed this off my record. Besides, I was going to enroll in school as an EMT, and later a Fire Fighter. My life was going to be ruined by this. We went to court, and Gaurav talked with the District Attorney. He argued my case and presented the evidence that supported my innocence. So, after going back and fort. I was given 40 hours of community service. And now my record is clear. As though nothing happened. Thanks Gaurav. I can now pursue my dream. Clean record and all. Oh, by the way, the person that I was with used one of the public defenders. So two people, with the same charges, together. He with 3 years probation and me with a clean record...Well worth his fee.

Posted by anonymous | May 09, 2013 | Criminal Defense

The man with a plan

I was referred to mr.Bali by a friend who had hired him in the past. I've delt with many lawyers and this was not my first rodeo unfortunately. I had a drug related case with two felony counts against me. As stressed and upset as I was he kept me calm and made me feel comfortable the way an attorn...ey should in times like these. I was facing 2-6 yrs for each count with a 120k bail. Mr. Bali managed or get me out on OR and got me back to my family. Once I was out he met with me and was very honest about everything and the possibilities that could happen with this case. Many lawyers I've worked with in the past always made promises and always tell you what you want to hear, Mr. Bali was honest and always told me the worst possible case. At the end of it all only the best possible scenarios happened, I ended up with a misdemeanor and no jail time for a substantial amount of drugs that were found. I've met people who had been caught for the same charge with even more then I was caught with, all of them had felonies with felony probation and some time in jail. This guy saved my life and because of his hard work and dedication to my case I was able to get my life back. He handled every aspect of this case with extreme care and followed through with everything he promised. Mr. Bali is the man who you want to fight for you and he will until the end. His pricing was very fair, I definitely got my money worth. Thank you Gaurav for helping me get a.second chance.

Posted by anonymous | March 29, 2013 | Criminal Defense

best outcome possible!

I was facing two felony counts of embezzlement and grand theft of $8,700. This was a very tough situation for me to face seein as ive never been introuble before. I had no idea what to do or what i was going to face but Mr. Bali kept the situation under control. He helped me every step of the way and... really cared about my case and what would happen to me. After his fighting and hard work he got the DA and company to agree to a civil compromise of only $3,000. I have no felonies on my record and was able to get two jobs after. Everything got handled quick and very professional. I would recommend him to anyone that needs an excellent lawyer who cares. Thanks again for helping me fix my life!

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Gaurav S Bali's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jennifer Gerstenzang

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Bali clearly cares deeply about his clients and making sure they get the best representation possible!"

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Nick Forooghi

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Mr. Bali for a number of years. I have referred criminal law cases to him, and have heard him praised for his work on behalf of his clients. Mr. Bali represents his clients with knowledge, vigor and passion, and has their best interest in mind at all times representing them."

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Anne Mania

Family lawyer | Aug 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have been consistently impressed with Guarav's professionalism and dedication to his clients."

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Nick Forooghi

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Experience

Rating:  7.0 (Very Good)

Honors

2012

Academic Excellence - Evidence, Dean of LLS

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Owner, Bali Law Offices

Associations

2012 - Present

Los Angeles County Bar Association

Member

2011 - Present

Alameda County Bar Association

Court Appointed Attorney

2011 - Present

Alameda County Bar Association

Guardianship Clinic Volunteer

Sample of Legal Cases

People v. D*

Not Guilty

People v. F******

Not Guilty

People v. W***

Case Dismissed

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Education

N/A

Lincoln Law School of San Jose

JD - Juris Doctor

N/A

University of California - Berkeley

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2013

Family Law / Landlord & Tenant Issues

Real Estate & Family Law

Publications

Languages

English

Hindi

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