Javier Demetrio Rios
About Javier
Biography
Award winning attorney
Over 25 Years Experience
Some of my work has been featured on the San Jose Mercury News Front Page,
First office consultation is always free. Call me right now. You have nothing to lose in speaking with me. Give me a call, a text or email. If I can help, I will.
Sucessfully tried cases involving DUI, murder, rape, child molest, domestic violence as well as other types of criminal cases. I have also reached many favorable settlements on cases that did not go to trial.
I only handle criminal cases.
I know and have known many Santa Clara County judges and prosecutors for many years. I have a solid reputation in the legal community. In this business credibility counts for a lot.
No case is beyond hope. I can help a client with any kind of criminal case that a county prosecutor can charge.
I practice law in Santa Clara County (The courts in San Jose, Palo Alto, Sunnyvale, and Morgan Hill).
I work very hard and I tell it straight, no gimmicks.
I also have years of experience in dealing with the mentally ill.
When I address a jury, I believe in my cause, my case and I believe the jury will do the right thing.
It is a high honor to represent someone in court and my work reflects that.
Practice Areas
12
Practice Areas
38 years
38 years
38 years
36 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in California for 38 years
State: California
Acquired: 1987
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Location
Javier Rios, San Jose Criminal Defense Attorney
1010 West Taylor Street, San Jose, CA, 95126
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Javier Demetrio Rios's Reviews
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39 Client Reviews
Showing 26 - 30 of 39 reviews
Posted by Allen Berry | March 16, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Excellent Criminal Lawyer
This man is by far the best criminal attorney in town. He really, really, helped me with my case. He knows what talks about and he keeps his promises. I wouldn't hire anyone else. Highly recommended!
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Replied last March 16, 2017I give this client all the credit for how things turned out.
Posted by Max | March 16, 2017
recommended him
Mr. Rios was incredibly knowledgeable, helpful, and meticulous in getting my case resolved. An old friend recommended him to me. He told me, Javier was to be a tip-top trial attorney when he used to work in the public defender’s office. He was a heavy hitter for that office, representing all kinds of...
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Replied last March 16, 2017I am glad this client hired me. He is a great guy. And yes, I used to be with the public defender's office in Santa Clara County; that office is an incredible office with great lawyers. They do nice work there. I learned most of what I know about lawyering from that office.
Posted by anonymous | March 16, 2017 | Criminal Defense
Great!!
I met Javier Rios in church. He is a good guy. So, years later, many years later, when my brother was big trouble, I called him up. I immediately thought of him to represent my brother. I was more than pleased at the results of my choice! I am not a big fan of attorneys in general. But Javier is dif...
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Replied last March 16, 2017I give this client and his family all the credit for how things worked out. --Jav
Posted by Allan | March 16, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
highly recommend him
I was a client of Javier Rios in a criminal case. He is exceptionally knowledgeable, passionate and skilled as an attorney. He is also compassionate towards his clients, which is a big thing for anyone facing the crazy difficult circumstances of a criminal case against them. Oh, one thing though, he ...
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Replied last March 16, 2017It was a pleasure working on this matter. True, I am not the cheapest attorney in town. I try to keep my pricing reasonable though and am glad that this client was able to hire me.
Posted by Cindy | February 23, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Forever Grateful to Mr Rios
Mr Rios took my sons very difficult case and exceeded all of our expectations. He truly is a man that knows what he is doing and has the passion and drive making him the ultimate best. Mr Rios worked tirelessly to ensure that my son got a second chance to succeed in life and I will forever be gratefu...
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Replied last February 23, 2017Cindy's son is a good man. I certainly believed in his case. I am glad the judge agreed with the defense on this. --Jav
Javier Demetrio Rios's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Rios is knowledgeable, articulate, aggressive, and effective. His clients are well-served at every stage of a case."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Javier Rios is an exceptional attorney who is greatly respected by peers and clients. A client would do well to have Javier Rios in their corner."
"I endorse this lawyer. A consummate attorney and superb advocate for his clients in and out of court."
"I endorse this lawyer. Outstanding Attorney!"
"I without question endorse this lawyer. I have had the opportunity to witness his work in the courtroom. I have found him to be hardworking and very well respected in the legal community."
"Javier Rios is one of the most dedicated lawyers that I know. He is always looking for creative solutions to the problems his clients face."
"I've known Javier for nearly 20 years and, year after year, he distinguishes himself as a highly skilled, experienced attorney and a vigorous advocate for his clients. I have the utmost respect for him and endorse him wholeheartedly."
"Jav is by far one of the most skilled advocates I have had the privilege of working with. On top of being an excellent attorney, he is also a great mentor; the skills I learned from him during law school have certainly translated into my practice, and all for my client's benefit."
"Javier Rios is a very talented and experienced trial lawyer. He has tried more than 150 cases. many lawyers in my office seek his advice as I have when in trial. He has the respect of the court and opposing counsel. He is extremely hard working and devoted to his clients. I highly recommend him."
"I endorse Javier. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I highly endorse Javier Rios. He's a well-know, highly respected, local criminal defense trial attorney. If you are lucky enough to get him -- as he is a public defender -- you're in very good shape. Javier fights for his clients, as evinced by his 90+ criminal jury trials. He's not scared to go to trial / will not "truck" a client to take a deal. Sincere, very smart, and meticulous -- top flight all-around."
"I endorse this lawyer. Javier is a smart, ethical and effective advocate for his clients. He understands the law and the criminal justice system and gets the best result for his clients."
"Javier Rios is one of the hardest working lawyers I have ever had the pleasure of working with. His effort on behalf of his clients is tireless. Anyone who finds themselves facing a criminal charge in Santa Clara County would be lucky to have Javier as their lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have had the opportunity to both work with Mr. Rios as co-counsel as well as have cases where we were in opposition. I have found him to be diligent, hardworking and very well respected in the legal community"
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Experience
Honors
2017
AV - Preeminent, Martindale.com Rating
2017
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
2017
10 Best for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2017
Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in San Jose, Expertise.com
2016
America's Most Honored Professionals 2016 - Top 10%, Americas Most Honored
2015
Client Review Rating: Preeminent 4.9 out of 5, Martindale.com Rating
2015
Brian R. Schechmeister Achievement Award, Santa Clara County Public Defender
Work Experience
1988 - 2015
Deputy Public Defender, Santa Clara County Public Defender
Associations
2015 - Present
National Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
Member
Sample of Legal Cases
All sex charges, all felonies dismissed after trial. Client settled for a misdemeanor ,no more jail, court probation with a small fine, no sex registration. I just shook hands with him and he walked out of courthouse a free man.
Jury Trial: Not Guilty all counts, client walked out of the courthouse, a free man.
Jury Trial: Not Guilty of the Felony, a Possession of Stolen Property Charge
Jury Trial Verdict: Not Guilty of Felony Assault
Murder charge dismissed after jury trial.
Jury Trial: Defense hang on all three counts. Prosecutor agreed to dismiss all of the rape counts. Client agreed to plead out to simple misdemeanor battery, credit for time served
Jury Trial: Not Guilty all counts, client walked out of the courthouse, a free man.
Jury Trial Verdict: Not Guilty on all counts. My client walked out of the courthouse a free man.
Education
1986
JD - Juris Doctor
1983
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2004
Trial Techniques
Languages
Spanish