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Charles W Applegate
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Biography
As a former district attorney, I prosecuted hundreds of crimes. As a licensed defense attorney, I have seen hundreds of civil and criminal cases to the end. I have the experience to evaluate your case and I know how prosecutors think. My insider knowledge of the system allows me to see, and take advantage of, weaknesses in the other side's case that can help you.
My ability to disagree without being disagreeable has allowed me to develop a reputation as a good, strong attorney who is easy to work with. I know how to work every single angle of a case until I find the one that's best for you.
I've been a wage-earner for 26 years. I've worked in offices, gas stations, warehouses, restaurants, and law firms. I know what it means to work with my back and my hands, and I understand and respect the financial limits and abilities of my clients.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
50%
19 years | 500 cases
DUI and DWI
15%
19 years | 500 cases
Lawsuits and Disputes
15%
23 years | 100 cases
Car Accident
10%
23 years | 200 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in California for 22 years
State: California
Acquired: 2003
No misconduct found
Location
APPLEGATE LAW OFFICE
3436 C Mendocino Ave, Santa Rosa, CA, 95403
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Posted by Shannon | November 27, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Great lawyer!
Charles provided excellent service to my family and I when we needed a lawyer for an auto accident injury. He and his staff were professional, kind, patient, and timely throughout the process, from beginning to end. We had a positive outcome and experience with him, even while dealing with a not so p...
Posted by Lynne | August 26, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Charles Applegate is the best!
I had the good fortune to have hired Charles Applegate for a personal injury lawsuit. This type of thing can be very nerve-wracking and stressful and, certainly, nothing that I had experience in at all. From our first meeting and throughout this process, Charles walked me through what needed to hap...
Posted by Jeremiah | June 24, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
DUI Case
Charles is not only an outstanding lawyer but a great person. I received my DUI early January and I was very stressed out. Charles helped me remain calm and got me through the court system with ease and was very articulate about the situation. I am very grateful that my dad and I hired him to represe...
Charles Applegate
Replied last June 24, 2017Thanks, Jeremiah - I appreciate your kind words, and I appreciate all the hard work that YOU put in to help me get your case taken care of. You're a fine young man, and I'm delighted to see you doing so well.
Posted by Daniel | November 02, 2012
Charles W. Applegate_The People's Choice
Charles Applegate is the man to have handle your legal problems. He is sincere, honest, hard-working, considerate and prompt. He has vast knowledge of every area of his expertise, and was happy to answer any and all of my questions. He always returned my phone calls in less than 24 hours. I would hi...
Charles W Applegate's Lawyer Endorsements
"Charles is a great attorney who is very good at listening to his clients to ensure he gets the best outcome for them. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I went to law school with Mr. Applegate and I work with him on the occasional criminal case. He is an excellent attorney with superb analytical skills and a powerful courtroom presence."
"I endorse Charles. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I know Charles Applegate and have worked with him. He is a hard working, dedicated, knowledgeable and efficient attorney. More importantly, he is a good person who will treat you the way you want to be treated. I strongly endorse him."
"Charles is a hard-working, earnest, and conscientious advocate for his clients. His clients trust him and other attorneys respect him because he is an outstanding person and excellent attorney. I highly recommend him."
"Mr. Applegate takes a real interest in the defendant's case and looks after all the legal aspects. He diligently pursues all legal avenues and works directly with the other side, if possible, (often a Deputy District Attorney) to resolve, thorny issues, in the very best interests of the client. He is an attorney I enjoy working with as he has integrity and he is very smart."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Charles is brilliant, fast on his feet, and gets results that leave others slack-jawed."
"Charles Applegate is an outstanding advocate for his clients and is committed to ensuring that the judicial process is upheld on their behalf."
"Mr. Applegate is a lawyer of the highest caliber. His keen intellect, compassion, and work ethic will continue to produce great results for his clients."
"One of the best attorneys in the state."
"Charles is a highly skilled and effective advocate for his clients. Charles is known in the legal community as a competent and hard working attorney. He has earned the respect of his peers and the court. I have referred many people to Charles for help with various criminal law issues, as I feel confident that they will be well served. If you're looking for an intelligent, passionate, dedicated lawyer, look no further."
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Experience
Work Experience
2007 - 2008
Deputy District Attorney, Tulare County District Attorney
2007 - 2008
Deputy District Attorney, Mendocino County District Attorney
Associations
2010 - Present
Friends OutsideMember, Board of Directors
2004 - 2013
American Bar AssociationMember
2004 - 2013
Sonoma County Bar AssociationMember
2003 - 2013
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Felony DUI
Felony child endangerment dismissed; DUI reduced to a misdemeanor.
People vs. (Anonymous)
Case Dismissed
Education
2003
University of California, Hastings College of the Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1994
University of Massachusetts, Amherst
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Activity
Legal Answers