Moksha Smith

Moksha Smith

5.0
Rating: 8.1

Licensed for 11 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at San Jose, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family

300 S 1st St Ste 228, San Jose, CA

About Moksha

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

I was a prosecutor for five years, where I handled thousands of criminal cases from arraignment to sentencing. I conducted over twenty five jury trials and hundreds of preliminary hearings. Currently, I am a criminal defense attorney.

12 years | 1,000 cases

50%
Family 50%

Our firm handles hundreds of complex family law cases involving domestic violence, high asset property division, divorce, custody, paternity, etc.

7 years | 200 cases

50%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 45 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 11 years

State: California

Acquired: 2014

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Magdalena Law Group

300 S 1st St Ste 228, San Jose, CA, 95113-2838

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Moksha Smith's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

14 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Criminal Defense

Posted by anonymous | December 05, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Champion of Justice

I highly recommend Moksha and her team for anyone in need of a skilled lawyer. I am incredibly grateful for the help I received during my drug case. Moksha's expertise and guidance made a significant difference in my life. I was initially facing 12 years in prison, but thanks to her efforts, my sente...nce was reduced to just 6 months in county jail. Moksha's advice was invaluable, and I diligently followed her recommendations, which ultimately helped me secure a much lighter sentence. It was a pleasure working with her, and I can't thank her enough for her support and dedication. If you're looking for a great lawyer, look no further than Moksha and her team. Thank you once again!

Posted by Muru | October 04, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Muru Channur

This review is written from my bottom of heart as I cannot express my gratitude and appreciation to Moksha and her team in my defense against very serious false criminal charges that had been brought against me. I had to learn patience while the case was being worked, but worth every bit of the wait.... I have been told that the particular charges I was facing are never dropped at the Preliminary Examination and yet, Moksha who did a stellar job at questioning the alleged victim, victim’s mother and the police officer to bring out the truth and ultimately justice, when the Judge made his ruling to drop these false charges against me. She is AMAZING and deserves much more than 5 stars!

Posted by Bryant | December 16, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Dear Ms. Smith: Thank You!

I would like to express my most sincere gratitude to Moksha Smith and the entire Magdalena Law Team: Life brought me major obstacles, obstacles that ripped me apart on the inside. Obstacles that made me feel hopeless and alone. Fortunately, I came across Moksha Smith and I will always be thank...ful for the way she advocated for me and gave me a voice. I will always be thankful for the hard work she put into helping me find joy and meaning in life once again. Moksha Smith is a very compassionate individual, she’s walked my storm with me and passionately advocated for me. Ms. Smith has gone above and beyond to deliver her best work possible because she truly carries her client’s best interest at heart. She’s an over-achiever, challenges the system, and doesn’t take no for an answer. Ms. Smith is organized and champions criminal and family law. Due to her expertise in those fields, she has delivered outstanding outcomes in both criminal and family court. I felt an imitated connection with Ms. Smith because for once, somebody understood my story and was willing to advocate for me. Thank you: Moksha Smith, for guiding me and walking with me through one of the darkest times in my life. Most importantly, I will always be thankful for the hard work you put into reuniting me with my best friend, my son. Thank you: Jasmine Ly & Claire Swann, for being a great support and making everything run so smoothly. I understand it takes a lot of work to make dreams possible, so thank you! Thank you: Magdalena Law Group for the countless hours, resources, knowledge, efforts, & passion in your work. Thank You!

Posted by RPS | February 14, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Guardian Angel

This review is long, long overdue. I cannot even begin to tell you how incredible Moksha Smith and the group at Magdalena Law Group are. Moksha Smith was my Guardian Angel. In a time where you feel like your entire life is turned upside down, you don't know what is happening, how to deal with the b...arrage of technical and legal things that are being thrown at you, Moksha, kept me focused, calm and in a very pragmatic, professional way, approached my case in a steadfast manner where I was confident things would work out. They key is patience - however also constant communication from your Attorney to understand what is happening for a feeling of re-assurance. I say this truthfully, Moksha Smith and the Magdalena law group saved my life, my job, helped me get my children back and assisted me in absolving unwarranted and fabricated allegations towards me from my ex-spouse. It took a lot of hard work, communication, late nights and within a year, cleared me of everything including Domestic Violence Charges, Restraining Orders, No Contact Orders, etc. etc. Bad things do happen to good people. Unfortunately, there are people in this world that want to cause harm and hurt without merit and simply for motives unknown. They can, at the drop of the dime accuse someone of alleged wrong doings and because of the way the system is set up, many times the legal system has to side with the accuser until it is proven they have committed false allegations. Again, you are "guilty" until proven "innocent", but that effort to prove your innocence takes time, anxiety, feelings of uncertainty, doubt, thus with that, you need help and a support team. I was truly blessed I had Moksha Smith and the Magdalena Law Group on my team. Thank you for giving my life back to me!

Posted by Roberto | July 24, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Great experience with Ms. Smith

I have worked with Moksha on one of the most difficult types of criminal cases to defend and can attest to her absolute professionalism, dedicated attention and willingness to consider all the facts in order to provide her clients with the best defense possible. I intend to recommend her to future cl...ients.

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Moksha Smith's Lawyer Endorsements

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Mana Ettefagh

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Greer Stone

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Moksha Smith is an incredible attorney with as strong record of fighting for her clients and for always doing what's right. She is not only competent, but she is also highly ethical and attentive towards her clients' needs. As a former deputy district attorney, Moksha's litigation skills are top notch. She is calm, collected, and professional in the courtroom and she can effectively advocate both in written and oral form."

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Gabriel Quinnan

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 07

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have worked with Moksha Smith in criminal litigation cases many times. She is an outstanding, professional, and aggressive attorney whose skill and composure makes her one of the best in town. Ms. Smith is a highly efficient and effective lawyer who I would not hesitate to recommend."

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Anna Zagari

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 07

Relationship: Friend

"Moksha is dedicated, thorough, and methodical. She not only cares about her work, but she truly cares about her clients."

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Magdalena Chattopadhya

Unknown lawyer | Apr 07

Relationship: Family member

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  8.1 (Excellent)

Work Experience

2019 - Present

Senior Attorney, Magdalena Law Group

2016 - 2019

Deputy District Attorney, Sonoma County District Attorney's Office

2015 - 2016

Deputy District Attorney, Napa District Attorney's Office

Education

2014

Santa Clara University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2010

University of California - San Diego

BS - Bachelor of Science, Cognitive Neuroscience

Languages

German

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