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Martin Caraves
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Biography
Martin Caraves completed his law degree from the John F. Kennedy College of Law. Prior to becoming an attorney, he has had extensive background in the real estate and construction industries, where he worked as a construction project manager and oversaw activities from development, contracts, to execution of projects. Mr. Caraves started his legal career as a public defender in Oakland, where he provided aggressive defense for the low-income population. He is a dedicated advocate who is knowledgeable in the law and skilled in the courtroom. Mr. Caraves regularly volunteers his time to mentor inner city youth in Oakland, California.
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Licensed in California for 11 years
State: California
Acquired: 2014
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Location
Caraves Law
300 Frank H. Ogawa Plaza, Suite 203, Oakland, CA, 94612-2060
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Posted by Xochitl | August 25, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Good person, good lawyer
Martin caraves criminal lawyer right when I contacted him he was straight with me got to the point and up front. I was able to meet up with him quickly and easy. He went to court for me and was able to get my charges dropped. His price is reasonable. He is someone I would definitely go back to if I e...
Posted by Jaime | August 25, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Best lawyer
Excellent lawyer , I will always recommend and turn to Martin Caraves for any legal issues. He explained everything thoroughly , gave me the information that I needed to know and if I didn't understand he would explain again. He kept contact with me at all time keeping me up to date on what's going o...
Martin Caraves's Lawyer Endorsements
Thai Nguyen
Personal injury lawyer
Experience
Honors
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Certificate of Recognition, Senate Certificate of Recognition - NHORA Advisory Board Member, Alameda County
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Recognized Member, National College for DUI Defense
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A++ Rating - Better Business Beareu (BBB), Better Business Beareu (BBB)
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Recognized Member, California DUI Lawyers Association
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Recognized Member, California Public Defenders Association
Work Experience
2014 - Present
Senior Managing Partner, Attorney, Law Offices of Torres & Caraves
Associations
California Public Defenders Association
DUI Lawyer's Association
Alameda County Bar Association
The State Bar of California
American Bar Association
Sample of Legal Cases
The People vs. G.I.
Count 1 - Dismissed. Count 2 - Not Guilty
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Client Testimonials
Education
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John F Kennedy Univ SOL
JD - Juris Doctor
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University of California, Berkeley
Bachelor's Degree,
Speaking Engagements
2017
Latino Men and Boys (LMB) and African American Male Achievement Programs
Speaker on a Panel for Young Men of Color
2017
Criminal Defense and Immigration
Criminal Defense In the New Era
2016
Ochoa Middle School
Career Panel Presenter/Speaker
Publications
2017
CBS SF Bay Area
East Palo Alto Man Jailed After Pleading Guilty To Cockfighting
Languages
English
Spanish