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Joshua Matthew Dale
About Joshua
Biography
30+ Years Practicing Law - I'll give you my opinion if you ask.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
DUI and DWI
75%
31 years
Criminal Defense
25%
31 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in California for 31 years
State: California
Acquired: 1994
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2006
Location
MAIN: Joshua M. Dale, Esq.
19420 Highway 116, PO Box 151, Monte Rio, CA, 95462
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Joshua Matthew Dale's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 8 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Brian | July 13, 2015
Best choice I've made!
Just stopping by to say thank you once again for all your hard work and dedication on my case. You without a doubt are the reason my case turned out as favorable as it did!! Any reading this I can assure you without a doubt that Josh is 100% your guy to have in your corner should you find yourself or...
Posted by STAS | August 22, 2011
This guy is great and not like the rest
Josh is a great attorney. He is very honest and will tell you like it is. He is very reasonable priced as well. He doesn't sound like a salesman like the rest of the attorneys I talked to.
Posted by Peter | June 11, 2010
Great experience working with Joshua Dale
Unfortunately, I was stopped with while driving with my wife from San Francisco to Santa Cruz. After a family friend recommended Joshua, I called him the next day and was immediately reassured based on the facts of the case. Joshua gave me advice and helped me to understand what would happen next. ...
Posted by anonymous | August 1, 2009
Drew
He was very helpful in getting me through my case with the DMV. His e-mail responses were generally very prompt and I would highly reccomend him.
Posted by anonymous | May 15, 2008
The right choice
Choosing a DUI lawyer in the Bay area is one of the most stressful things ever encountered. Thank goodness for Josh Dale. Josh turned out to be the most resourceful, helpful and well-informed DUI attorney one could ever hope for. Many thanks for doing what you do, Mr. Dale. I truly apprec...
Joshua Matthew Dale's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have know Josh for over 20 years and I have attended over 25 DUI/Criminal Defense workshops where he was present. He is the best and he is very kind person, very well informed on the law."
"Joshua dale is one of the finest DUI attorneys in California. He is smart and works hard for his clients. He cares about the results and goes the extra mile. Kudos for Josh."
"I endorse this lawyer for DUI defense and criminal defense. Mr. Dale is exceptionally well-qualified and experienced in both fields. In addition to his expert advocacy and courtroom skills, his client reviews are glowing. Not only do clients have exceptionally good experiences and case results wtih Mr. Dale, they point out that he is also a person of integrity who genuinely cares and will stand by you. I'm a fellow defense attorney and would refer clients seeking an excellent DUI defense or criminal defense attorney in the Santa Rosa area to Mr. Dale, with full confidence that they would be well taken care of and achieve excellent results."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Josh is a very knowledgable and experienced attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer.This lawyer has an expertise in DUI defense. By attending DUI seminars throughout the year to keep up on the latest in the law, field sobriety testing, blood testing, and breath testing, this attorney is an asset to the clients. I endorse this lawyer."
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"I endorse this lawyer with gusto!! He runs the California DUI Lawyers Association for goodness sake! There is nobody in Northern California who is better prepared or capable in the field of DUI defense. His organizational skills, persistence, and knowledge all contribute to the great results he is able to achieve. You can not go wrong with this attorney at your side."
"Excellent attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. I met Josh at DUI events and was impressed by his knowledge of DUI law. Josh is a dedicated lawyer who fights for his clients' rights. I recommend him to anyone facing DUI issues."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Josh is a gifted DUI attorney that fights hard for his clients. If you are in need of legal representation for a DUI, I strongly encourage you to consult with Josh. If you are lucky, he will take your case."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Josh is "the man" in the Bay Area. I send all my referrals in that area to him because he is the most respected and feared DUI attorney in that area. Highly recommended."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Josh Dale is one of the best DUI defense lawyers in the bay area. Whenever I have a client who has been arrested in the bay are I always give them Josh's number. I know my bay area clients are in good hands with attorney Dale working on their case. His experience, professionalism and success is unparalleled."
"Mr. Dale knows DUI law as well as anyone in the State, and is an aggressive and sharp defense attorney. If you hire him, he will fight for you. He is respected among his DUI peers for both his leadership and tireless dedication to each client. This extends to the greater good, including standing up against the relentless political pressure to slam DUI defendants at every turn. I have personally observed his work in the San Francisco courts, and know that Mr. Dale is an excellent ally for anyone charged with driving under the influence."
"I endorse this lawyer. Do not know Mr. Dale personally. However his contributions on AVVO have shown he is well qualified."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I have known Josh since I became a member of the California DUI Lawyers Association, which he has been a HUGE part of for years. He is an amazing source of knowledge when it comes to any legal issues pertaining to DUI defense, and I fully endorse him in that practice area."
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Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2006.
Discipline with Actual Suspension issued in CA, 2006
updated on 01/20/2016This sanction means the attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.
Joshua’s comment:
“This discipline resulted from a issue concerning representation of a prisoner witness in the case where I was representing another party. The State Bar decided I should not have talked to the prisoner witness without a lawyer for him.”
Honors
2009
Kuwatch Award, California DUI Lawyers Association
2008
Certificate of Appreciation, San Francisco State Univ. Paralegal Studies Program
2003
Graduation Certificate of Completion, National College for DUI Defense
2002
Graduation Certificate of Completion, National College for DUI Defense
1998
Graduation Certificate of Achievement, National College for DUI Defense
1997
Graduation Certificate of Achievement, National College for DUI Defense
Work Experience
2006 - Present
Board of Director, California DUI Lawyers Association CDLA
1995 - Present
Attorney at Law, Joshua M. Dale, Esq.
1998 - 2006
Board of Director, California DUI Lawyers Association CDLA
Associations
2013 - Present
Deuce DefendersExecutive Director / President
2006 - Present
California DUI Lawyers AssociationExecutive Director
1998 - Present
California DUI Lawyers AssociationBoard of Director
1996 - Present
DUI-Help.com DirectoryOwner
1996 - Present
gotDUI.com DirectoryOwner
1994 - Present
California Public Defenders AssociationMember
1994 - Present
California Attorneys for Criminal JusticeMember
2008 - 2012
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
1997 - 2006
National College of DUI DefenseMember
1997 - 2006
San Mateo County Bar AssociationMember
1995 - 2006
San Francisco Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
1994 - 2011
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
Sample of Legal Cases
In the matter of L. Prout
Set Aside
In the matter of M. Hipolito
Set Aside
In the matter of S. King
Set Aside
Burke et. al. v. Chin
Plaintiffs won $400,000.00
Education
2002
National College for DUI Defense
n/a
2001
National College for DUI Defense
n/a
2001
National College for DUI Defense
n/a
1998
National College for DUI Defense
n/a
1997
National College For DUI Defense
n/a
1992
Golden Gate Univ SOL
JD - Juris Doctor
1987
California St Univ Fresno
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2007
Lunch Time Bar Association Meeting
Law Office Marketing and Internet SEO
2004
Mendocino PD's All Day DUI Conference
DUI Update - Drunk Driving Law
2004
Lorman DUI Law Seminar
DUI Drunk Driving Law Update
2003
CPDA Annual DUI Seminar Update
DUI Drunk Driving and DMV Hearing Methods
2002
CDD Tuesday Night Dinner
DUI Drunk Driving Marketing
Publications
2008
California DUI Lawyers Association CDLA Website
So You are Taking a Simple First Offense DUI Case?
2007
California DUI Lawyers Association CDLA Website
Give Your Clients Good Advice Now on Their New (or Old) DUI Conviction(s) w/ Probation
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
What should I do if I have a breathalyzer in my car but am moving states, without the car.?
17 Sep 2015
Q&A
Does an SR-22 apply to 1 vehicle or all vehicles registered in your name?
12 Apr 2014
Q&A
Anyone have a sample blood split order for LA county?
23 Jan 2014