Timote Fakaofo Tuitavuki

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Timote Fakaofo Tuitavuki

also known as Tim F. Tuitavuki

4.9
Rating: 8.4

Licensed for 25 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Stockton, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Family

215 N. San Joaquin St., Stockton, CA

About Timote

Biography

If you are accused of a crime in State or Federal Court, you need an experienced attorney right now!

We handle Assault, Counterfeit Goods, Domestic Violence, Drugs, Gangs, Murder, Theft. Call now.

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 40%

All State, Federal and Juvenile cases. Murder, Robbery, Mayhem, Assault, Criminal Threats, Domestic Violence, Drug Trafficking, Conspiracy, Fraud, Counterfeit Goods, Guns, Possession for sale, Transportation, Marijuana, Cocaine, Methamphetamine, etc

23 years

40%
Personal Injury 40%

Auto accidents, slip & falls, intentional torts, assault & batter, intentional infliction of emotional distress & more.

18 years

40%
Family 20%

Child Custody, Restraining Orders, Child Support, etc.

19 years

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 500-500 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
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Licenses

Licensed in California for 25 years

State: California

Acquired: 2001

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Timote F. Tuitavuki

215 N. San Joaquin St., Stockton, CA, 95202

tftlaw.com

Online Presence

Other places you can find Timote online.

Timote Fakaofo Tuitavuki's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

73 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 10 reviews | Compassion

Posted by Sue | January 28, 2025 | Hired Attorney

Wonderful lawyer

Tim is an exceptional criminal lawyer. He provided expert legal guidance, communicated clearly, and handled my case with professionalism and care. Tim fought tirelessly for me, and had my case dismissed. I didn’t think possible. Highly recommend him to anyone seeking a skilled, compassionate, and de...dicated attorney!

Posted by Daniel | May 14, 2024 | Hired Attorney

Criminal Defense

I’d like to write this review to Mr. Tuitavuki and his office. I can not express humbly enough my thanks and gratitude to Mr. Tuitavuki and his office . I was able to retain Mr. Tuitavuki’s service’s for a court proceeding. From the beginning, Mr Tuitavuki was forthcoming and professional in our... initial consultation. He also showed great caring and compassion for my situation. Once hired, he skillfully guided me through the process of the proceedings with great determination and professionalism. Mr. Tuitavuki showed his knowledge of the judicial system through his work ethic and expertise and was able to created an outcome that was beneficial to my situation. I can’t thank him enough. He made and rather uncomfortable experience to say the least. As smooth as possible. Again, I humbly express my thanks and appreciation for Mr. Tuitavuki!!..

Posted by VINCENT | September 19, 2023 | Hired Attorney

BEST LAWYER HANDS DOWN

Tim is the best lawyer hands down,He won a child custody trial and mopped the floor with the lawyer from modesto.Then she decided to go pro per,Then he mopped the floor with her on a bougus restrainin order.Just yesterday he got my 21ct contempt charges dismissed,Mopped the floor with the new lawyer ...from the bayarea,Walnut creek,Sent him packin.Tim is a Savage,He is no joke,Hes honest and really cares.Without Tims help i wouldve got hung out to dry.Tim also got me 95% ,Custody of my kids and she pays child support.Thank u Tim,Me and my kids are greatful for u.He also helped my wife with custody of her daughter.And yes mopped the floor with a Long beach lawyer.Trust me hire Tim,U will not regret it.

Posted by Michael F. | March 12, 2017 | Hired Attorney

3rd DUI, Probation Violation's, warrants, & 9 months jail time owed...all DISMISSED!

Mr. Tuitavuki did more than defend me. He helped me become the man I am today, and saved my marriage. I was charged with my 3rd DUI, no license, no insurance, violation of probation, FTA's on the 1st two DUI's, and already owed 9 months in county from previous cases that Mr. Tuitavuki had not def...ended me on when my wife hired him. She told him despite my idiotic history, I was a good person who was drinking, doing drugs, and lost. He asked her if she was looking at divorce...she said maybe! Tim said to her let me meet him and speak to him first. I met with Tim a couple days later, truly believing I was being set up for an intervention but wasn't the case. Tim got through to me. Did I mention my wife hadn't paid him a dime yet! I listened to Tim's advice and did what he told me to do. We retained Mr. Tuitavuki and started the process. I had warrants for my previous dui's, probation violations, and already owed 9 months in jail from a previous conviction. Tim set court dates for my warrants, but did let me know I may be going to jail. He was able to convince the judge not to take me into custody, and rolled all of my files/cases into one so we could address all issues at once every court date. I had made them take blood on my 3rd DUI. Mr. Tuitavuki strategically put my case off for several months while waiting for the right time, with the right DA, and the right judge before bringing it back to calendar. Genius! When Tim decided it was the perfect time to present my cases we were in court fast! Tim listened to the long list of charges and history on me from the DA and my blood alcohol was 1.9 and was ran twice to be certain. Tim simply asked to re-test my blood evidence. They had to agree to send a thrid party lab my blood, and put my case over for two weeks. When we came back the judge asked Tim...do you have the lab results? Tim replied no your honor, the DA's office hadn't sent it to the lab. The judge asked why, and the DA said...we tested Mr. F's blood two times to make sure there was no question of guilt so there wasn't enough blood left for any additional testing! Mr. Tuitavuki immediately responded with...it is my clients constitutional right to have his blood retested by an approved third part lab, and because we were denied that right, I move for an immediate dismissal of all charges against Mr. F. Now keep in mind I already owed 9 months in jail from previous cases, but Tim very strategically scheduled my cases to be heard with this DA on purpose because he was fairly new and didn't know my case at all. Tim asked that I be dismissed of any and all jail time, and probation! The DA was upset and agreed. The judge knew exactly what Tim had done here, and asked the DA again...so you agree to dismiss all jail time and probation against Mr. F? The DA was visibly upset and said yes! The Judge said ok. Then he said to the DA congratulations...you just made Mr. F's year as you just dismissed probation he has owed for years from his previous cases, and 9 months of jail time already owed from previous convictions, as well as ruined your indisputable blood evidence for a third DUI conviction against Mr. F. I am not proud of my history with drinking and driving. Or my being irresponsible and just blowing off ever court date and jail time owed. I have cleaned up my life, and after not having a driver's license for over 20 years...I finally received a full-non restricted driver's license in 2014! My wife and I are very good friends with Mr. Tuitavuki to this day and now I refer him to every friend and family member I have with confidence he will do more for them than any other attorney could ever Do! Tim handled my parents guardianship case for my father. I hired Tim to handle my daughter's emergency child custody case where he was able to get the order signed by a judge the same day I hired him!

Posted by anonymous | January 27, 2017 | Hired Attorney

Tim Tuitavuki

My experience with Tim Tuitavuki was excellent and I was very pleased with his services. He has actually helped me twice. His knowledge regarding my divorce and child support and custody was very beneficial in a stressful time. He responded quickly and explained all of my options and walked me throug...h the process, even though I was under stress. He was quite calming in his responses and I was able to quickly address the stipulations that were presented to me for my child support. He has been very helpful and also checked up on my situation after the case was resolved. I knew he cared about my progress and my family. I am very appreciative of his hard work and expertise in the law field.

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Timote Fakaofo Tuitavuki's Lawyer Endorsements

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Janell Somera

Family lawyer | Oct 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Moore

Criminal defense lawyer | May 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Trina Cervantes

Family lawyer | Feb 03

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Tuitavuki is an exceptional attorney with extraordinary passion and dedication for his clients. His vast experience and commitment to his craft sets him apart and serves to ensure successful results for his clients."

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Peter Marek

Family lawyer | Jan 29

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse Tim. Hard working, high ethics, fair prices not to mention logic and skill are just some of his attributes."

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Dru Hunt

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 27

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mr. Tuitavuki has the unique legal experience of previously working as a Deputy District Attorney and now as a Criminal Defense Attorney. His experience with the DA's office gives him a complex understanding of how a legal matter is prosecuted in this county and sets him aside from other defense attorneys. In other words, Mr. Tuitavuki knows the other sides playbook."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | May 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Timote. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Russell Humphrey

Criminal defense lawyer

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Trina Cervantes

Personal injury lawyer

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Peter Marek

Criminal defense lawyer

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Dru Hunt

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Experience

Rating:  8.4 (Excellent)

Work Experience

2008 - Present

Owner, Law Office of Tim F. Tuitavuki

2007 - 2008

Associate, Pacheco & Somera

2004 - 2008

Government Sales Representative, Thomson West

2001 - 2004

Deputy District Attorney, San Joaquin County District Attorney

1997 - 2001

Probation Officer II, San Joaquin County Probation Department

Associations

2008 - Present

San Joaquin County Bar Association

Member

Education

2000

Humphreys College Laurence Drivon School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1995

University of the Pacific

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

Spanish

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