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Acquired: 2009
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130 Petaluma Avenue, Suite 1A, Sebastopol, CA, 95472
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Posted by Meza | June 12, 2025 | Hired Attorney
I met Izaak back in 2019 after being arrested and facing numerous felony firearm related charges. He came highly recommended to me by several friends from the Marines as well as other attorneys. I have to say that I don’t think I could have picked a better attorney. Through his professionalism, dedic...
Posted by anonymous | April 3, 2019 | Hired Attorney
After being arrested during a protest, Izaak took my case. Was easily reachable and responsive to any questions I had, and kept me up to date on all developments. He understood my values simply by reviewing the materials, and worked for my best legal interest first and foremost, while keeping in mind...
Posted by Tim | October 30, 2018 | Hired Attorney
I hired Izaak Schwaiger because he aggressively defended me when I received a DUI citation. He consulted with me in his office and represented me in court. He was able to evaluate the evidence and convince the associate district attorney and judge to reduce my charges and my terms of conviction. I hi...
Posted by Kelly | October 25, 2018 | Hired Attorney
What a blessing it is to have someone like Izaak fight for you and your case. The best lawyer I have ever met. He did such an amazing job. I’m speechless. Thank you so much for caring and helping me. Such a great, honest and caring lawyer.
Posted by Erick | October 25, 2018 | Hired Attorney
I've been working with Izaak now for just over two years on my DUI case. All charges were dropped today and my record has been cleared thanks to his guidance and representation. Izaak is a professional and is excellent at what he does! I strongly recommend him to anyone in need of top notch attorney....
"You can count on Izaak to fight diligently to get the best outcome in your case; I endorse this lawyer."
"Izaak is the real deal. He's a talented lawyer with tremendous presence in the courtroom. He's a fighter with compassion for his clients. As the former DUI prosecutor for Sonoma County, he is the go-to DUI lawyer in Sonoma County. If your friend or loved one has charges against them in Sonoma County, he is the lawyer I whole-heartedly recommend."
"I whole heartedly endorse Izaak Schwaiger. Izaak has a great ability to think ahead for his criminal defense clients so that he can put the pieces in motion to win. He is also dedicated to the cause of civil rights and championing the cases of those who are unfairly, and sometimes violently, oppressed by authority. I have had the pleasure and privilege of watching Izaak work in and out of the courtroom gaining victory after victory for his clients. I have no doubt that he will continue his success."
"I heartily endorse, Izaak. I attended law school with this gentleman and I swear that if I ever found myself in need of a criminal defense attorney, he's the first one I would call."
"Izaak is intelligent, articulate, and likable. I met him back when he was a Sonoma County prosecutor, and he was one of those rare prosecutors willing to put themselves in the ordinary person's shoes and have a little compassion for human beings accused of conduct which hurt no one. (For example, he agreed to community service resolutions for Occupy activists arrested by police, and did not waste taxpayer money prosecuting citizens engaged in political expression.) Now, he is a respected defense lawyer who fights hard for his clients and shows a lot of heart in the courtroom. Recently, his passionate advocacy convinced a skeptical judge to reduce a very serious felony case against his pro bono client to a misdemeanor. Izaak's "heart" is what makes him one of a kind. In short, Izaak is an excellent lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer wholeheartedly. Izaak is a tough attorney who works tirelessly for his clients. As a former prosecutor, he has unique insight to the world of criminal defense, though he never rests on those laurels, and Izaak continues to blaze new paths in the defense of those accused of crimes. If you're charged with a crime, call Izaak. Now."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Schwaiger is very a hard working, compassionate and zealous attorney. He has unique insight into both the prosecution and defense of each case due to his time in the DA's office. He is a tireless defender and I support him entirely."
"I endorse Mr. Schwaiger without reservation. He is bright, insightful and hard working. His experience as a former prosecutor gives him unique insight into criminal defense work. He is hard working and fearless, often getting great results for his clients through his diligent efforts. Mr. Schwaiger is also very compassionate and sees the human side of his cases and clients and works very hard at getting the results his clients need to move on constructively in their lives. Mr. Schwaiger is a staunch defender of civil rights and he is not afraid to take unpopular cases to protect the rights of his clients."
"Mr. Schwaiger is new to our firm, but has been long well-known to me as an aggressive fighter on behalf of the rights of the accused. I have personally seen him skillfully advocating on behalf of his clients and his results cannot be denied, especially in the DUI context."
"I endorse this lawyer. Izaak works with us at Adams Fietz. He is an expert at DUI and is an eager learner in all areas of criminal defense. Izaak is a fighter. I highly recommend him."
"I met Izaak when we were both preparing for the Bar Exam. He is witty, very personable, respectful and one of the best attorneys I've ever met. Through the years I have had the opportunity of consulting him for some of my cases and he has always had the right strategy to win the case. If I were ever in need of a criminal defense attorney, I know that Izaak would be the first and only call I would make. I wholeheartedly endorse him."
"I first met Izaak 6 years ago when we were both in law school. He struck me immediately as a passionate person, with a real zeal for justice. Over the years knowing him, I found that I was right about him. He works hard for his clients. He is a man of commitment and integrity. I would trust him with my life."
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2013
Top Contributor, Avvo
2013
Client's Choice, Avvo
2012
Ugliest Christmas Sweater, Sonoma County District Attorney
2012
Letter of Appreciation, Sonoma County Juvenile Probation Camp
2010
Certificate of Commendation, Pro Bono Project of Silicon Valley
1994
Most likely to become a lawyer, East Noble High School
2015 - Present
Attorney, Izaak Schwaiger
2013 - 2015
Attorney, Adams Fietz
2013 - 2013
Attorney, Schwaiger Law
2010 - 2013
Prosecuting Attorney, Sonoma County District Attorney
2009 - 2010
Attorney, Law Office of Izaak Schwaiger
2008 - 2008
Legal Intern, Weld County District Attorney
2008 - 2009
Legal Intern, Fleener & Vang
2007 - 2007
Legal Intern, 21CSI
2007 - 2008
Legal Intern, Attorney General Of Wyoming
1997 - 2006
Staff Sergeant, United States Marine Corps
2014 - Present
California DUI Lawyers AssociationMember
2014 - Present
Sonoma County Bar AssociationMember
2013 - Present
American Civil Liberties UnionBoard Member
2013 - Present
Veterans of Foreign WarsJudge Advocate General
2009 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
2011 - 2012
California Narcotics Officers' AssociationAssociate Member
2010 - 2013
California District Attorneys AssociationMember
2009 - 2010
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2009 - 2010
California Public Defenders AssociationMember
2009 - 2010
Pacific Juvenile Defender CenterMember
2009 - 2011
American Bar AssociationMember
2007 - 2008
Wyoming Society for International LawPresident
2006 - 2007
Wyoming Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
Charges dropped on the day of trial
Case dismissed
Case reduced to misdemeanor at preliminary hearing. Charges defeated at jury trial. Client goes from facing seven years in prison to freedom.
Case dismissed.
Client pled to a single traffic infraction. Misdemeanor charges dismissed.
Client pled to a single infraction with a small fine. All misdemeanor charges dismissed.
Dismissed
Dismissed
No charges.
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JD - Juris Doctor
2006
MA - Masters
2005
BS - Bachelor of Science with Honors
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My son stole a pop tart from Ralphs. The civil demand is $150. Outrageous! What happens if I don't pay it?
07 Feb 2014
Can I get my DUI court fines reduced or substittued for community service so I can expunge my record in order to get a job?
27 Dec 2013
After a police report has been made against me. what is the "Time Frame" I should expect until police start questioning me.
10 Aug 2013