Omar Curiel Figueroa

Omar Curiel Figueroa

also known as Omar Figueroa

4.9
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 27 years

Corporate and incorporation Lawyer at Sebastopol, CA
Practice Areas: Corporate & Incorporation, State, Local And Municipal Law, Mergers & Acquisitions ... +8 more

7770 Healdsburg Ave., Suite A, Sebastopol, CA

About Omar

Biography

Practice Areas

11

Practice Areas

Corporate and Incorporation 15%

Incorporation and corporate legal services for cannabis business entities

15%
State, Local, and Municipal Law 14%

Legal consultation, advice, and representation regarding California's Medicinal and Adult Use Cannabis Regulation and Safety Act (MAUCRSA), state regulations, and municipal cannabis ordinances.

14%
Administrative Law 11%

Denials, suspensions, and revocations of cannabis licenses issued by California's cannabis regulatory agencies

11%
Mergers and Acquisitions 11%

Mergers & acquisitions of licensed California cannabis businesses

11%
Constitutional 10%

Constitutional law, including First Amendment and freedom defense

10%
Expungement 10%

Expungements, pardons, and post-conviction relief for California and federal offenses

10%
Contracts and Agreements 9%

Cannabis-related contracts and agreements

9%
Ethics and Professional Responsibility 5%

Legal Ethics & Professional Responsibility advice and representation for lawyers representing cannabis clients.

5%
Federal Crime 5%

Federal criminal defense of cannabis cases

5%
Licensing 5%

Intellectual property licensing for California cannabis businesses

5%
Mediation 5%

Mediation of cannabis-related disputes.

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 375-650 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 27 years

State: California

Acquired: 1998

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Omar Figueroa

7770 Healdsburg Ave., Suite A, Sebastopol, CA, 95472-3352

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Omar Curiel Figueroa's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

12 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | January 12, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great cannabis attorney

Omar is the guy you want in your corner when it comes to legal problems with cannabis. He is super knowledgable, dedicated, hard-nosed (he will get you THE best deal possible). His pricing is fair. He is also kind and thoughtful at a time when you feel most stressed out. I highly recommend him.

Posted by Kathy | August 28, 2014

If you are going through hell and need an angel call Omar.

My faith in the California judicial system and my absolute belief in the integrity of law enforcement was shattered 6/2010 when I was arrested for delivering cannabis to medically qualified patients. I followed California state law, paid taxes, and was very up front with local politicians. None of... that mattered. Solano county said "No medical marijuana here, we don't care what California state law is.". True to their word I was arrested, my husband was arrested and we came home from dinner surrounded by guys in bullet proof vests. NEVER had I been in any trouble before (I was 50 yrs old at time) and I was TERRIFIED! After much research and after speaking to a number of attorneys I decided to trust Omar and it was definitely the best decision! His education, knowledge and experience is outstanding. It took a few years to get through this mess and he was with me the whole time. Anyone who is knowlegeable of Solano County's position on MMJ, and especially in Vacaville, knows this was a very difficult battle. Thanks Omar! Hire him, you will be very glad you did!

Posted by Ryan | August 27, 2014

Omar Figueroa is Great

Through two and a half years of litigation and processing, Omar Figueroa kept me informed every step of the way. In the end, my charge was reduced substantially and I was given only minor conditions that I was able to carry out very quickly. Omar and his team never lost track of me and fought through... poor offers by the DA , never letting me settle for an unfair ruling. I am very indebted to Omar for getting me through my small ordeal and making me feel comfortable throughout the process.

Posted by Nick | August 27, 2014

Omar is a lifesaver

I was arrested in Sausalito CA for possession of 167 pounds of cannabis and 3 ½ grams of ecstasy. I thought my life was over and I was preparing myself for jail. I researched a dozen lawyers, interviewed three and then I found Omar. Within minutes of our first meeting I felt there might be some h...ope and I knew he was the person I needed to work with. He was professional, very smart and easy to talk to. After we started working together I also realized he has integrity and is highly respected among his peers. Omar coached me through every part of the process. I never had any uncertainty going into court. His office support staff is thorough and outstanding. After an eight month process I was awarded three years felony probation with a good chance after probation the felony will be reduced so it doesn't show on my record. Yes, no jail time, just probation! It even gets better. During sentencing Omar argued that I still be allowed to drink alcohol and use medical cannabis while on probation and the judge agreed. My probation officer told me he has never seen anyone on probation allowed these privileges. The only mistake you can make hiring Omar is not listing to his coaching. I am one GRATEFUL client.

Posted by Will | August 23, 2014

In It For The Right Reasons

Omar has represented me for over a year in a high-profile case that is a litmus test for how local courts treat those who put their bodies on the line to defend the earth. Not only has he been a very effective representative, showing great competence, skill, and instincts at key moments in the case, ...but he has been exceptionally generous with his time. This is a great lawyer who is in the game for all the right reasons.

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Omar Curiel Figueroa's Lawyer Endorsements

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Lauren Mendelsohn

Criminal defense lawyer | May 12

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Omar is a fantastic lawyer, and a great person to work with."

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Michael Shambrook

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Omar is a critical thinker with a way of finding nuggets in the nuances of the law. He is passionate about his causes and every client is a prized cause. You are in Excellent hands if you can persuade him to represent you."

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Izaak Schwaiger

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 14

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Without reservation I endorse Mr. Figueroa. I opposed him on dozens of cases as a district attorney, and I have worked beside him as a criminal defense attorney in more recent times. Without fail his representation of clients facing serious criminal charges has always been exceptional. He is a gifted attorney with an uncommon dedication to the rights of his clients, especially in cases involving counter-culture or cannabis advocacy. Over the years I've seen Omar in court, my admiration for his skill and heart as a fighter have only grown. Omar is an attorney you can trust with your life. And while his caliber of attorney is rare, it's Omar's passion and compassion for his clients that makes him a true stand-out in our profession. If you're in trouble, you can do no better than to give Omar a call."

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Heather Burke

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Omar has a passion for criminal defense unparalleled by many other lawyers. I had a unique opportunity to learn from Omar by working in his office for a few years and I was able to see how deeply committed he is to cannabis and counter-culture criminal defense. He is the real deal. And even more than his dedication to his clients, he is a brilliant and Indefatigable defender, constantly thinking up new strategies to help his clients. This is a human you want on your team."

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Che Hashim

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"In the years that I have been associated professionally with Omar, I have benefited immensely from his vast knowledge and experience in the area of medical marijuana criminal defense on both the state and federal levels. In defending cases alongside mar I have found him to be unwavering in his commitment to his clients' desired results, a posture which I have seen pay off many times over."

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Izaak Schwaiger

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Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Honors

2014

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers

N/A

Defender of Justice Award, Americans for Safe Access

Work Experience

1998 - Present

Lawyer, Law Offices of Omar Figueroa

1996 - 1998

Law Clerk, Pier 5 Law Offices

Associations

2016 - Present

National Cannabis Bar Association

Founding Member

Sonoma County Bar Association

Member

California Attorneys for Criminal Justice

Member

NORML Legal Committee

Lifetime Member

Electronic Frontier Foundation

Member

2012 - 2016

American Civil Liberties Union of Sonoma County

Board Member

Sample of Legal Cases

All charges dismissed against defendant accused of operating medical cannabis dispensary

All charges dismissed and seized medical cannabis returned

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Education

2017

Community Boards San Francisco

Mediation Certificate

2006

Gerry Spence's Trial Lawyers College

Warrior

1996

Stanford Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1992

Yale University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2012

Current Issues in Medical Marijuana Regulation Criminal Prosecution and Defense

2012

Current Issues in Medical Marijuana Regulation Representing Growers and Cultivators

Publications

Languages

English

Spanish

Activity

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