I was fortunate to find and have Lisa represent me.. i admit, i was scared about my future but she calmed my anxiety, straight away, and her professionalism and experience that reassured me i had the best person representing me from the start.. Its her way of listening first, to understand the “why”.. why did this happen and why are u in this predicament.. based on that she pulled together her best legal team to follow thru on discovery.. words i never heard before or understood until my court case visits and through the months long process she kept me calm.. and focused.. im forever grateful to Lisa and her legal team for getting me beyond those incredibly worrying times.. So if i can in any way assure u that Lisa will fight for u in every way well this is it.. most caring person too that I’ve met in a long time.. Legal decisions are difficult so again im so happy to have had Lisa represent me with mine!
Lisa and her team took me seriously from the moment I walked in the door. She was very knowledgeable and made everything clear and easy to understand. I was extremely lucky to be able to use her as my representation in court. She definitely knows her way around the system.
Highly experienced in all types of criminal cases; from minor misdemeanors to major felony offenses.
31 years, 1,000 cases
Attorney Lisa McCamey has handled a wide range of cases including murder, attempted murder, three strikes cases, gang crimes, child molestation, rape/sexual assault, robbery, burglary, domestic violence, drug crimes, theft offenses, and juvenile cases. Ms. McCamey has practiced criminal law exclusively since 1993. She is licensed in California and Washington D.C., and has tried cases in California, New York, Arizona, and Colorado.
Lisa McCamey understands the fear and confusion associated with arrest and prosecution. She is committed to helping her clients (and their families) understand the judicial process and prepare a strong defense strategy.
Ms. McCamey founded her Santa Cruz criminal law office in 2007 and her San Jose office in 2011 and now focuses primarily on California state criminal law.
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Highly Experienced Criminal Defense Attorney
I was fortunate to find and have Lisa represent me.. i admit, i was scared about my future but she calmed my anxiety, straight away, and her professionalism and experience that reassured me i had the best person representing me from the start.. Its her way of listening first, to understand the “why”.. why did this happen and why are u in this predicament.. based on that she pulled together her best legal team to follow thru on discovery.. words i never heard before or understood until my court case visits and through the months long process she kept me calm.. and focused.. im forever grateful to Lisa and her legal team for getting me beyond those incredibly worrying times.. So if i can in any way assure u that Lisa will fight for u in every way well this is it.. most caring person too that I’ve met in a long time.. Legal decisions are difficult so again im so happy to have had Lisa represent me with mine!
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Posted by anonymous | February 22, 2021
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Best in the business
Lisa and her team took me seriously from the moment I walked in the door. She was very knowledgeable and made everything clear and easy to understand. I was extremely lucky to be able to use her as my representation in court. She definitely knows her way around the system.
Posted by Carrie | October 10, 2019
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Great Attorney
Lisa if a fantastic attorney. She was incredibly professional, knew the in's and out's of our county court system, and most importantly defended my case with success.
Posted by Luis | May 28, 2019
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Thank you Lisa
Lisa was of great help, she definitely helped us understand what we needed to know in terms of the legal process. She was always super caring and made us feel safe. (This comes From someone who has trust issues, do the math) :)
Posted by Eric I. | February 5, 2017
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Great Lawyer
I hired Lisa when I was in a great deal of trouble. My future was in her hands and she did a great job considering the circumstances in was in. My case was as serious as it gets. She did not let the crooked Santa Cruz DA's and cops take advantage of me. I hired her as a private attorney and I'm lucky I did. I felt like she was my friend, not just my lawyer. Thanks Lisa!
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Posted by Justyn | July 10, 2016
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The best there is!
My family was in a situation that needed a lawyer, and a good one. We found Lisa and could not have been more pleased with her work. She listened to what happened. She did her homework on the case and kept us apprised of any new information she got. We were never left in the dark. We did not feel like just another number, we felt heard and that our case mattered. She fought hard for my family and we won. Thank you Lisa!
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Posted by Juan | December 4, 2009
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Keep me informed and fought hard for me in my case.
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Criminal defense Attorney | Nov 03
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"Lisa is an excellent criminal defense attorney. She is extremely knowledgeable and experienced in all aspects of criminal defense. If you want excellent representation, as well as patience and compassion, give her a call."
Criminal defense Attorney | Dec 03
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I have known Lisa for over 25 years and seen her work first hand. She is an excellent criminal defense attorney, who works extremely hard to get the best result for her clients. She is knowledgeable, experienced and well respected. I highly recommend Lisa McCamey."
Criminal defense Attorney | Nov 10
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I've worked alongside Lisa here in Santa Cruz for many years. She is well-respected, and for good reason. She is client-oriented, can litigate up a storm, and is friendly to boot. I've referred many a client, and they've all been pleased."
Criminal defense Attorney | Mar 01
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I have known Lisa McCamey and her work since the late nineties. She is an aggressive advocate for her clients with a ton of courtroom experience. I endorse her work."
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