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I have representing people accused of crimes for over thirty years. I practice in the State and Federal Courts of California. I have handled thousands of cases including both felonies and misdemeanors. They include: murder and vehicular manslaughter cases, assault, child abuse, controlled substances cases, DUI's, domestic violence, juvenile delinquency crimes, internet/computer/pornography crimes, sexual assault crimes, insurance fraud, theft cases, violation of probation and "Three Strike" cases.
Your case will be handled personally by me – not a team member or associate. I am committed to spending whatever time and effort is necessary to aggressively protect your rights and achieve a successful result.
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1565 The Alameda, Suite 100, San Jose, CA, 95126
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Posted by anonymous | April 30, 2025 | Hired Attorney
As someone who had never encountered legal issues before, facing my first criminal case was scary. After interviewing several experienced lawyers in San Jose, I was referred to Sam. From our first consultation, I knew he could help me achieve the best possible outcome, and he indeed accomplished that...
Posted by anonymous | December 5, 2024 | Hired Attorney
I am incredibly grateful to have had Sam represent me in my case. From the very beginning, he and his assistant Debra demonstrated an exceptional level of professionalism, confidentiality, dedication, and expertise that truly set him apart. Thanks to Sam, my case was rejected, and I was able to se...
Posted by anonymous | December 3, 2024 | Hired Attorney
We are so grateful to Sam for all his help. He is clearly well- respected in the DA's office, and was able to get the misdemeanor charges dismissed once the full story came out. He and his assistant Debra worked diligently and did not let up until the matter was fully resolved in a just and equitabl...
Posted by William | March 23, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Mr. Polverino is extremely competent and knowledgeable in complicated criminal defense cases focusing mostly on Santa Clara County. My case being excellently conducted from the first court date reduced charges to misdemeanor, to eventually dismissal after multiple court representations over the past ...
Posted by anonymous | February 21, 2024 | Hired Attorney
I was involved in a domestic violent case, and I found Sam through online research. I talked to a few other lawyers before him, but I knew I needed to hire Sam after our initial consultation. We met face to face at his office. He carefully listened to my experience and walked me through the legal pro...
"I got to know Sam when I was cutting my teeth as a public defender in San Jose, and we have taught together in the Stanford Law School Trial Advocacy program. I think very highly of him."
"Sam's record speaks for itself. Honesty, integrity, hard work and great results. I do criminal defense and I have referred clients to Sam because he is so good."
"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."
"I endorse this lawyer. Sam is my go to referral when my clients need representation in a criminal defense matter."
"Sam is a superb lawyer. I had the opportunity to engage him for an immigration client facing criminal charges. He worked doggedly and strategically to get the charges completely dismissed. He is smart, determined and a pleasure to deal with. He clearly has the respect of the prosecutor's office, which was a major factor in the outcome. I would use him again in a heartbeat."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have referred numerous clients and other individuals to Sam over the years and, without exception, he has obtained excellent results for them. The feedback from my clients is always extremely positive."
"Sam Polverino is well known for his excellent legal work. His trial skills border on legendary, his preparation is always complete, and clients always get the very best legal representation from Sam. "
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Unsung Hero Award (2005), Santa Clara County Bar Association Minority Access Committee
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Editorial Board (1986-1987), California Lawyer Magazine
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Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers (10+ years), Martindale-Hubbell
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California State Bar Certified Specialist - 20 years, State Bar of California
2001 - Present
Principal, Law Offices of Sam J. Polverino
1988 - 2001
Partner, Davila & Polverino
1981 - 1998
Attorney, Santa Clara County Public Defender's Office
2014 - Present
California DUI Lawyers AssociationMember
2007 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
1994 - Present
Stanford University School of Law, Trial Skills ProgramInstructor
1992 - Present
University of San Francisco School of Law, Intensive Advocacy ProgramInstructor
1988 - Present
California Attorneys for Criminal JusticeMember
1987 - Present
Barrister's Club of Santa Clara County BarPresident
1981 - Present
California Public Defenders AssociationMember
Instructor - Laying Evidentiary Foundation (1992, 1994, 1995)
1993 - 1993
Santa Clara County Bar AssociationPresident
1992 - 1992
Santa Clara County Bar AssociationPresident-Elect
1991 - 1991
Santa Clara County Bar AssociationSecretary
1987 - 1994
Santa Clara County Bar AssociationMember - Board of Trustees
1986 - 1991
Santa Clara University School of LawInstructor: Trial Techniques
1976
JD - Juris Doctor
1973
BS - Bachelor of Science
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