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Posted by Connor | August 13, 2025 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

5 star

Stephanie is very kind, professional, empathetic, and efficient. She represented me in a DUI case and I am happy with how she handled everything.

Posted by Sophie | July 16, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

1000 Stars for Stephanie Rickard!

If I could give a million stars, I would! As someone who had never been in trouble with the law before, finding myself in a legal situation was terrifying. But hiring Stephanie was the best decision I could have made. She was more than just my attorney — she was my therapist, my advocate, and my g...uiding light through every step of a very scary process. Stephanie is incredibly experienced in criminal law, deeply respected in the courtroom, and unmatched in her knowledge and professionalism. From the beginning, she worked tirelessly on my case, negotiating directly with the DA’s office and never missing a detail. She explained everything clearly, kept me calm when I felt overwhelmed, and gave me the best possible advice — ultimately securing an outcome I’m incredibly grateful for. Her entire team was also amazing: responsive, supportive, and easy to reach whenever I had questions or concerns. I chose Stephanie because of the glowing reviews I read online, and I can honestly say they were 100% accurate. If you’re reading this and on the fence about who to hire — don’t hesitate. Call Stephanie. You won’t regret it.

Posted by Amir | March 18, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Amazing!!!

I cannot recommend Stephanie Rickard enough! From the moment I reached out to her, she has been nothing short of amazing. Her knowledge and expertise in criminal defense are truly impressive, but what really sets her apart is her genuine care for her clients. Stephanie is incredibly responsive—she ...answered my calls and texts even when she was on vacation, late at night, or early in the morning. That level of dedication provided me with peace of mind during a very stressful time. When she represents you in court, you immediately feel that you are in great hands. It's clear that everyone in the courthouse respects Stephanie; she commands attention and has great competition but remains honest and straightforward in her approach. If you find yourself in a situation where you need legal help and are reading this review, look no further—Stephanie is exactly who you need. I went through all of her reviews one by one when I found myself on the wrong side of the law and I can assure you that she deserves all of those 5 star reviews and those reviews are nothing but the truth about her and how she will present you at court. She has been a blessing, and I am so grateful for her support. After God's help, she is everything you need! Thank you, Stephanie, for being such a fantastic lawyer and a wonderful person! Feel free to adjust any parts to better fit your sentiments!

Posted by Philip | March 12, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

What is "A Good Attorney "?

I've hired Stephanie Rickard 6 times in the past 30 years. Her clients reviews state she is caring and completely involved with her clients. I now see these qualities as something I overlooked and took for granted remembering calling her cell phone one day frantic with questions about my case . Aft...er almost 30 minutes I got off the phone in relief. My wife looked at me and said " you do know it's Thanksgiving Day right? You can imagine how stupid I felt. What I didn't overlook was her skill and experience . It's always a good idea to hire a good local lawyer with experience in your county for obvious reasons as they know how the system works within and how each judge has their own likes and dislikes when it comes to how a lawyer presents and requests information. She is so respected in and out of courtrooms that every argument she makes on her clients behalf gets everyone's (including the judge's) full attention and respect. And they darn well better. They know all to well how good she is and will not make the mistake of under estimating the point she is making. She is in charge in the courtroom . She is by far one of the best attorneys in the world. I tell people this and the main question I get is " Will She Get My Case Dismissed "? I will give you the same answer I give everybody who asks that question.... " If there is a microscopic blemish in the police report or somewhere else in your case that might give you a 1% chance for a dismissal , I know with out a doubt, Stephanie will quickly find this blemish and present it to your judge in the best possible way. And if she can't know one can. She is a fighter type attorney who will exhaust every aspect on your behalf. And that's not really the impressive part of her considering any attorney can overstep boundaries in a courtroom. But I guarantee no other attorney gets the unbelievable respect as Stephanie. More than occasionally I've seen a judge struggle to follow her confident quick minded responses. You can really see the courtroom paying full attention to her and not wanting to make any mistake misunderstanding the point she is making. I've sat in on a couple of hearings to watch her. It's really quite an experience when you aren't sweating over you own case and can really appreciate her skill and experience. Cheers my friends.

Posted by anonymous | January 28, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Great/Best Lawyer

thank you Stephanie. without your help my career will be ending. Stephanie is the best criminal defense lawyer in the bay area. If she says second no one will say first. i was falsely accused and also extorted by my partner. the case was dismissed and PO was terminated right away. only the best lawye...r can do that. strongly recommend. She cared about me from the beginning of the case to the end. even after the case is over, she also helps answer any questions i might have. the best in the west!! I owe you a lot super thanks again for your help

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