Maureen Furlong Baldwin

Maureen Furlong Baldwin

5.0
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 44 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at San Jose, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence, Expungement, DUI & DWI

1010 West Taylor St., San Jose, CA

About Maureen

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 60%

I have practiced Criminal Defense work all of my 35 years with cases ranging from the simplest of misdemeanors through serious felonies. I have handled numerous assault, theft, embezzlement, domestic violence defense, sex offender registration problems, sexual offenses, pornography, weapons violations, family violence, elder abuse, burglaries, robberies, fraud matters, and serious violent crimes such as rape and murder over my career.

45 years | 2,000 cases

60%
Domestic Violence 25%

45 years | 300 cases

25%
Expungement 10%

Expungements are referred to as record clearances in CA. At the end of successful completion of probation, you have the right to a record clearance in most cases, the exceptions being in certain sexual offenses, and in all offenses where prison was imposed. Some people get in trouble for additional matters while they are still on probation. This results in a violation of probation--which can make a record clearance harder to obtain. We also work at reducing eligible felonies to misdemeanors

45 years | 200 cases

10%
DUI and DWI 5%

DUIs are part of criminal defense cases. Over the years, due to advances in testing and more complicated DMV rules, these cases have become more specialized. Most people who can afford to obtain a lawyer do so rather than going into court on their own. Most people today are aware of the penalties of DUIs, the effect on your ability to drive a car to work being the most important issue to many people as well as staying out of jail!

45 years | 400 cases

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 44 years

State: California

Acquired: 1981

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Maureen Furlong Baldwin

1010 West Taylor St., San Jose, CA, 95126

Law Offices of Maureen Furlong Baldwin

255 North Market, Suite 265, San Jose, CA, 95113

Law Offices of Maureen Furlong Baldwin

266 Reservation Road, Suite F #310, Marina, CA, 93933

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Maureen Furlong Baldwin's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

40 Client Reviews

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Posted by Robert | December 11, 2013 | Criminal Defense

Strikeable, Felony DV

Ms Baldwin. Is an wonderful attorney that represented me on a unique domestic violence case which carried a strike and a possible 7 years behind bars. She always kept me well informed and always promptly returned my phone calls and emails. She was always honest and realistic with me concerning pos...sible outcomes. She may seem sometimes quiet and meek for a criminal attorney. but she is a shark in the courtroom. exactly the type of attorney that one would want representing them. and should fear going up against. I cant thank her enough for all she did. and would definitely recommend her to anyone seeking an attorney with competence and knowledge of the law. she makes you feel like a close friend from the day you meet her.

Posted by anonymous | July 30, 2013 | DUI & DWI

Experienced and Excellent Lawyer!

Maureen Baldwin represented me in a DUI case where the officer pulled me over next to a party and gave me a breathalyzer. I was arrested and was facing criminal charges. Ms. Baldwin listened to what my friends and I said had occurred on the roadside and informed me that she did not believe there wa...s sufficient probable cause for the officer to pull me over. The DA disagreed and we had a hearing in court with the officer and my witness on the stand. After the hearing, the judge agreed with Ms. Baldwin and dismissed the case. I am very happy I worked with Maureen. Anon—San Jose

Posted by anonymous | May 02, 2012 | Domestic Violence

Fair, quick to respond, got the result we expected

I hired Maureen to defend me on domestic violence case. She listened, she then explained to me the possible outcomes and what I need to do, what she will do. The case played out as pretty much she explained, my case was dismissed.

Posted by John | September 18, 2011 | Criminal Defense

Great Experience

Maureen is hard-working, honest, and direct. She has been a very good advocate for me with the charges against me. From the start, Maureen was always very proactive throughout the whole process, even reaching out to the district attorney's office prior to my first court appearance and trying to get... my charges dropped. Maureen has a very strong knowledge of the law as well. This was very clear in her ability to have one of the charges against me dropped. Because of her persistent nature and ability to work and communicate with people, she was able to get the other charge against me reduced, saving me both time and money. From the first time I met Maureen, she has always made me feel comfortable. Not having been in trouble with the law previously, I was very nervous about the whole process and what may happen to me. Maureen was very good at explaining both the legal process to me as well as advising me on my options. She was always willing to answer any questions I had and making sure that I understood what was happening. In short, I am very glad I retained Maureen to represent me in my criminal case. I would highly recommend her and do not know where I would be without her.

Posted by admirer | May 06, 2011 | Domestic Violence

she is a Savior

It was a bad day when i got arrested for a domestic violence case...it was really complicated because there were some police officer witness (who really misinterpreted the situation)...being a on a non immigrant visa it was a horrible condition for me...but luckily i met Maureen...she is really help...ful, convincing, committed and responsible professional...I really appreciate the way she handled my case and saved me from being deported. She is extremely knowledgeable about all procedural details and court practices. She was always very responsive and on top of the case.

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Maureen Furlong Baldwin's Lawyer Endorsements

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Richard Wingerden

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Geoffrey Rawlings

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Having observed Maureen for almost 20 years, I have witnessed not only her superb legal skills, but also her personalized, caring service. Maureen's ability to quickly and expertly assess a criminal case sets her apart from many of her peers. Her unique combination of skills enables her clients to successfully overcome whatever hurdles they may come across in the litigation process with relative ease. I endorse this lawyer."

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Daniel Mayfield

Unknown lawyer | Sep 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Maureen is one of the best and most prepared lawyers in San Jose, or for that matter the whole state. We have worked on several cases together and she was always two steps ahead of me. If you have the opportunity hire her for your case. Truthfully, there are very few local lawyers I would hire if I were in trouble. Maureen is one of them."

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Guerin Provini

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Guerin Provini"

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Holden Green

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 28

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Javier Rios

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 08

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have known Maureen Baldwin for many years. She is a true fighter. She knows the law well. She is an excellant attorney."

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Adrienne Dell

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Paul Upton

Criminal defense lawyer | May 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Baldwin is a “litigator’s litigator”. Tough as nails when the situation demands it, but, charming as can be when it does not. The more serious the nature of the offense, the greater are the reasons why Ms. Baldwin should be contacted. Not to suggest, however, that every client she represents has an ultra serious offense. She is “book-smart” as well as “street-smart”. I fully endorse this lawyer."

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Nancy Bucknell

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Yemi Getachew

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I admire Ms. Baldwin's meticulous preparation and understanding of the potential immigration consequences of a client's criminal case."

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Scotty Storey

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Maureen represented a co-defendant on a very long criminal defense trial (over three months). Maureen took the position of lead cross-examination and did a superlative job. Her vast experience in the court room was readily apparent and all of the other co-counsels benefited from her knowledge of the facts and the application of the law."

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Daniel Mayfield

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Guerin Provini

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Adrienne Dell

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Geoffrey Rawlings

Criminal defense lawyer

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Paul Upton

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Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Honors

2016

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1981 - Present

Attorney, Law Office of Maureen Furlong Baldwin

Associations

2000 - Present

California Attorneys for Criminal Justice

Member

1994 - Present

California Public Defenders Association

Member

Education

1980

Santa Clara Univ SOL

JD - Juris Doctor

1974

Univ of Michigan

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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