Riccardo Lorenzo Ippolito

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Riccardo Lorenzo Ippolito

also known as Riccardo Ippolito

4.8
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 32 years

Sex crime Lawyer at San Jose, CA
Practice Areas: Sex Crime, Criminal Defense

675 N 1st St, Suite 675, San Jose, CA

Virtual Consultation Available

About Riccardo

Biography

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

2

Practice Areas

Sex Crime 70%

70%
Criminal Defense 30%

30%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2025 2023 2014
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Top Contributor
Top Contributor
2012

Licenses

Licensed in California for 32 years

State: California

Acquired: 1993

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Valencia & Ippolito

675 N 1st St, Suite 675, San Jose, CA, 95112

viblaw.com/

Online Presence

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Riccardo Lorenzo Ippolito's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

52 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | March 07, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Winning Team to have on your side

Navigating today complex and convoluted system of law and judgment can be very confusing. Any and every little misstep can result in a failure to achieve our goals. Money and time wasted are only a small part of the consequences. A harsh judgment often harms us for life. Finding a good legal team ...to help us counter the prosecution teams that has its specific perspective and unlimited taxpayers funded resources is extremely important for us. Mr. Ippolito and his team reviewed my situations and agreed to represent me in my wobbler conviction reduction petition and successfully achieved our goal. Mr. Ippolito and his team then successfully petitioned for my removal from lifetime registration basedonthenewly gained status. Ms. Jimenez at VIB helped arranged and prepared my paperwork accurately, professionally and completely so the process went smoothly on the timely manner. Thanks Mr. Ippolito and team for your expertise and professionalism. I am really pleased and would recommend Mr. Ippolito to anyone who may be seeking a competent team to be on your side.

Posted by anonymous | September 14, 2025 | Hired Attorney

Outstanding Professional Support from Riccardo and Anniesa

Working with Riccardo and Anniesa has been consistently reliable. Riccardo quickly understood our situation and provided highly dependable feedback. His clear insight gave us the confidence to hire him immediately to solve the problem—and it proved to be the right decision. Both he and Anniesa approa...ch every detail with the utmost professionalism, and their depth of knowledge and expertise is outstanding. They handled everything so thoroughly that we had to do very little ourselves.

Posted by anonymous | September 18, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

10-Star Attorney

"Wild accusations, sloppy detective work, overworked understaffed DA office's "charge first-investigate later" approach got me arrested. My life turned upside down. Lost reputation, job, visa, savings, and property due to unsubstantiated allegations. Luckily, I hired Top rated attorney Riccardo earli...er on after doing free initial consultation. He explained everything very clearly. He worked diligently with the detective to prevent charges from being filed; however, the prosecutor's office didn't consider the information Riccardo was giving them. They went ahead and charged me. Based on the facts of my case, Riccardo said I should not have been charged in the first place and will get the charges dismissed ASAP. He delivered on his promise. The case was dismissed well before the preliminary hearing stage. Riccardo and his partner are working on getting the records sealed/motion for factual innocence. I strongly recommend him, he can and will get the best outcome based on the facts of your case. This dude responded to all my queries via email in minutes even on long weekends. I am extremely pleased with his work.I will add an update about record sealing/Factual Innocence in the next few months. If you are facing allegations or charges, don't wait call Riccardo and he will get you the best outcome possible.

Posted by Marvin | September 09, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Domestic Violence

Best lawyer in San Jose

Mr. Ipolitto handled my Domestic Violence case, I never had to go to any court. he got it dismissed before the first court date, he is extremely efficient and really knows the law, very personable and above all saved me a long wait and anxious time for the court . Thank you so much for your impressiv...e job.I will gladly recommend Mr. Ippolito to anyone looking for the best in law services at a fair and reasonable price.

Posted by anonymous | December 11, 2014 | DUI & DWI

Best lawyer in the BAY AREA

I hired Mr. Ippolito as my lawyer when I got my DUI last year. The day I got my DUI I felt like it was the end of the world because I ran risk of possibly losing my job. I can honestly say that Mr. Ippolito really cares for his clients and wants the best for them. When I met Mr. Ippolito during a con...sultation, he asked me everything that happened the day I got my DUI. I told him everything that happened and I felt he understood what I was going through and he told me," don't worry it's just a bump on the road, we will take care of it". His words put my mind at ease. He was completely honest on what he was able to do for me. I told him if he could get me a wet reckless and he responded " why a wet reckless?, Why not an infraction?" Mr.Ippolito did what he said and got my DUI down to an infraction. I know everyones case is different but if you want a lawyer who really cares about you and is totally honest with you, then go see Mr. Ippolito. He will get you the best result he can. I rate him the Best, most honest, caring, experienced lawyer in the Bay Area.

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"I endorse this lawyer. I have had the opportunity to witness his work in the courtroom and have found him to be diligent and hardworking. He is well respected in the legal community."

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"I endorse this lawyer. An incredible advocate respected by peers and clients alike."

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"I endorse this lawyer. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | May 23

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"I endorse Riccardo. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Ippolito is a skilled and respected member of the legal community."

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"I endorse this lawyer. A brilliant and highly respected attorney in the legal community."

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"I endorse this lawyer. His insightful contributions to Avvo show his thorough knowledge of criminal law."

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Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 19

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"I highly rcommend Mr. Ippolito and when I have cases in Fresno, he is the first lawyer I call. All the Best."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

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

People vs. Gonzelez

Motion Granted, evidence suppressed, case dismissed.

People vs. John Doe

Dismissed in the interest of Justice

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Education

1993

Whittier Coll SOL

JD - Juris Doctor

1990

California State University, San Jose State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

1985

Bellarmine College

High School Diploma

Speaking Engagements

Publications

2014

Inside the Minds (Aspatore Books) Strategies For Defending Sex Crimes

2013

San Jose Mercury News People vs. Yuhara

2013

San Francisco Chronicle People vs. Yuhara

2013

Time Magazine Excellence in Law 2013

2012

San Jose Mercury News Nurses Negligent, Not Criminal

2008

San Jose Magazine San Jose Best Lawyers

Languages

English

Activity

Top Contributor

Riccardo earned significant contribution points in 2012.

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