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Riccardo Lorenzo Ippolito
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About Riccardo
Biography
Riccardo Ippolito has been an attorney practicing in San Jose, California for the past twenty five years. He joined fellow practitioner Patrick Valencia in 1997. Together they formed Valencia & Ippolito. Currently, Valencia & Ippolito limits its practice to Criminal Defense. This includes representation in matters such as Domestic Violence, Drunk Driving, Narcotics, Sex Offenses, Three Strikes cases as well. In 2010, Cameron Bowman joined the firm, now known as VIB Law. Since then, VIB has handled very high profile cases. Mr. Ippolito has been on the six o'clock new as well as various newspaper articles relating to the cases he has handled. VIB Law has a new address that boasts of 4,300 square feet and an investigator on sight. This helps expedite interviews with potential exculpatory evidence that can be vital to a good defense. Mr. Ippolito has published videos relating to investigations into sexual assault cases as well as wrote a book on how to advise people faced with this situation.
VIB Law—Northern California's Largest and Most Successful Criminal Defense Firm and 290 Sex Registration List Removal Experts. Call (855) 956-0764
VIB Law—Northern California's Largest and Most Successful Criminal Defense Firm and 290 Sex Registration List Removal Experts. Call (855) 956-0764
VIB Law—Northern California's Largest and Most Successful Criminal Defense Firm and 290 Sex Registration List Removal Experts. Call (855) 956-0764
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in California for 32 years
State: California
Acquired: 1993
No misconduct found
Location
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Riccardo Lorenzo Ippolito's Reviews
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52 Client Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | January 13, 2014 | Expungement
Solid, trustworthy, and effective attorney
I came to Riccardo seeking record clearance and early termination of my probationary status in order to begin my career in another state. Riccardo filed the motion papers on my behalf the very same day he received the supporting documents from me. It was only about a month and a half until my heari...
Posted by Alex | April 19, 2013 | DUI & DWI
What an excellent job and Criminal Defense Attorney and Staff and Firm!
Having had Riccardo represent me in a recent DUI Trial was great. It was a very “tricky” case, he and his staff (a special thanks to Irlanda) were there every step of the way. I feel I could not have had selected a better Firm and group of professionals to represent me. I am very happy with the amoun...
Posted by Tom Lewis | February 08, 2012 | Criminal Defense
Great Attorneys
I have referred numerous cases to Valencia and Ippolito and my clients have always responded that they received caring and capable service. Obviously, criminal defense situations are quite sensitive, and the team at Valencia and Ippolito performed magnificently. I refer cases to them regularly and ...
Posted by anonymous | January 04, 2012 | Criminal Defense
Review of Riccardo Ippolito
Riccardo is an outstanding attorney. He handles cases with diligence and care. He has a true concern for his clients, and he always works to obtain the greatest result possible. I recently engaged his services for a criminal problem that I ran into in San Jose. I recommend him enthusiatically.
Posted by anonymous | January 11, 2011 | Criminal Defense
Criminal Law Review
I've dealt with Mr. Ippolito on a wide variety of criminal law cases as an opposing prosecutor. Mr. Ippolito is very well versed in each and every one of his cases and provides a well thought out and prepared insight from an adversarial perspective. This almost always results in a fair and equitabl...
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters
2025
Elite Laywer, Elite Lawyer
2024
Super Lawyers, Thomson Reuters
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
America's Top Criminal Defense Attorneys, America's Top 100 Attorneys
2022
America's Top Criminal Defense Attorneys, America's Top 100 Attorneys
2021
America's Top Criminal Defense Attorneys, America's Top 100 Attorneys
2013
Clients Choice, Avvo
2013
Top Contributor, Avvo
2013
Leaders in Criminal Defense-April 29 Issue, Time Magazine
2013
Top Lawyers in California, American Lawyer Media
2013
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2012
2012 Nationwide Leaders in Criminal Defense, Newsweek
2004
Top San Jose Attorneys, San Jose Magazine
1996
Certificate of Participation, Volunteers in Parole
Work Experience
1997 - Present
Partner, VIB Law
1995 - 1997
Managing Partner, Spiga & Ippolito
1993 - 1995
Owner, Law office of Riccardo Ippolito
Associations
2007 - Present
Better Business Bureau
1998 - Present
California Public Defenders Association
1997 - Present
California Attorneys for Criminal Justice
1994 - Present
Santa Clara County Bar Association
1993 - Present
State Bar of California
Sample of Legal Cases
Motion Granted, evidence suppressed, case dismissed.
Dismissed in the interest of Justice
Education
1993
JD - Juris Doctor
1990
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1985
High School Diploma
Speaking Engagements
1998
Publications
2014
2013
2013
2013
2012
2008
Languages
English
Activity
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Top Contributor
Riccardo earned significant contribution points in 2012.
Legal Answers
I have been on the Wisconsin sex offender registry since 1998.how can I get off?
09 Feb 2025
Can you remove your speedy trial waiver (California, not sure if that matters or not)?
12 Mar 2013
When A District Attorney charges someone, Case has to be strong?
16 Feb 2013