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Posted by Ryan | February 23, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Review of my experience

I cannot overstate my appreciation for the exemplary legal representation she provided. Throughout the entirety of my case, she demonstrated unwavering professionalism, exceptional legal knowledge, and admirable composure. Her courtroom presence was authoritative and commanding, and her strategic adv...ocacy was instrumental in achieving a favorable outcome. She is, without question, an outstanding attorney whose dedication and expertise set her apart in her field. I offer my highest recommendation.

Posted by anonymous | December 04, 2025 | Hired Attorney

Expertise & Outcome

I can’t thank Stephanie Rickard enough for her exceptional work on my DUI case. From our first meeting, she was incredibly supportive and clear about every step of the process. She kept me informed and answered all my questions promptly, which significantly reduced my stress. Her expertise led to gr...eat result, and I highly recommend her.

Posted by Jonathan | November 04, 2025 | Hired Attorney

Exceeds all expectations!

Words cannot express how grateful I am to have had Stephanie represent me. I was facing serious charges related to a complicated personal situation, and I was overwhelmed and unsure of what to do. I found Stephanie on Google and was immediately impressed by her 5-star reviews. I reached out to her on... a Saturday, and she responded right away. Before I had even hired her, she took the time to explain my options and walk me through what to expect — something I genuinely appreciated. Once I decided to move forward, Stephanie exceeded every expectation. She was consistently responsive via text, kept me informed at every step, and made a very stressful situation feel manageable. She ultimately got my charges dismissed — and did so far quicker than I ever could have imagined. What truly sets Stephanie apart is that she cares. She didn’t treat me like just another case or file number. She listened, she understood, and she was extremely empathetic for my unfortunate circumstances. It was her empathy that made it clear that she was invested in achieving the best outcome for me. I've worked with other attorneys in the past who weren't as passionate and did the bare minimum, but Stephanie went above and beyond in every way. Her professionalism, empathy, and dedication made an incredibly difficult chapter in my life much easier to get through. If you are searching for an attorney who is not only highly skilled but genuinely cares about her clients, Stephanie is the one you want on your side.

Posted by anonymous | September 24, 2025 | Hired Attorney

Stephanie is your best ROI

While I made the worst decision that resulted in a DUI, hiring Stephanie and her team was the best decision. They are one of a kind, and the best ROI no doubt. I was referred to Stephanie by a friend and I'm so grateful for that referral. I spoke to a handful of attorneys for my DUI case prior -- St...ephanie easily came off as the most knowledgeable and experienced. She is a straight shooter and very affordable. It was clear she knew what she was doing - laying my predicted outcome in minutes. Sometimes she didn't get back to me as mentioned, but just follow up and she'll get back. I think its important to put things in perspective -- I'm one of many clients and DUI cases are generally straightforward compared to the criminal cases she manages. I could tell she had my best interest while being very direct with the expected outcome. She represented me in court, took care of all the documents and processes, and her team (shoutout to Jorge and Linda) jumped in to navigate me through the hundreds of questions I had for DUI classes, license, community service, and many more. This was my first time getting in trouble with the law, so I was overwhelmed, terrified, and devastated, I'm not sure I would've been treated with so much respect and kindness and received such positive outcome had it not been for Stephanie and her team. 1000% recommend Stephanie Rickard.

Posted by Gene | September 21, 2025 | Hired Attorney

Experienced, Effective and Compassionate - Stephanie Rickard

If I could leave a 10-star review, I would. Stephanie Rickard is amazing, and her experience and professionalism are exactly what I was looking for when I needed the support of a lawyer. She was quick to work out and explain her approach, handled everything with a compassionate attitude, and is quick... to respond to any questions I had. It was exactly what is needed in such a difficult time. She came highly recommended, and after having her work so diligently on my case, I can see why. I am very happy with the results of the case. If anyone is looking for a DUI defense attorney in the Bay Area, definitely go with Stephanie!

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