Michael Lawrence Chastaine

Michael Lawrence Chastaine

also known as Chastaine | Jones

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 40 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Roseville, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Sex Crime, Domestic Violence ... +6 more

3009 Douglas Blvd., Suite 100, Roseville, CA

About Michael

Biography

Practice Areas

9

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 30%

State and Federal, adult and juvenile offense.

40 years | 3,000 cases

30%
Sex Crime 25%

40 years | 1,000 cases

25%
DUI and DWI 10%

40 years | 2,000 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 40 years

State: California

Acquired: 1985

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Chastaine Jones

3009 Douglas Blvd., Suite 100, Roseville, CA, 95661

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Michael Lawrence Chastaine's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

12 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Professionalism

Posted by Thomas | January 20, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Outstanding Defense Attorney

Michael Chastaine and his staff are amazing. I had the chance to work with two of his lawyers, Dominick Welch and Jay Manning, who are both great lawyers as well. I was dealing with a stressful time in my life and their hard work greatly lessen that. Ultimately, they were able to get my case dismisse...d. TWICE. I am a Veteran and there are certain legal avenues that can be taken for Veterans. The Chastaine Law Office put forth the time and effort to explore these avenues to give me the best possible results. I am forever grateful to this team and highly recommend them if you ever find yourself in a legal problem.

Posted by anonymous | July 09, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Knowledge and experience make a difference

I appeared in court several times with Michael Chastaine by my side. At one point, I wondered if the matter could ever be successfully resolved in my favor. Mr. Chastaine, however, remained optimistic and persevered through the tedious court process. In the end, the judge did rule in my favor. For th...at reason, I am grateful for Michael Chastaine’s representation and the help of the staff at the Chastaine Law Office. I’m glad I chose them to handle my legal needs.

Posted by Donna | May 25, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Michael Chastaine- The Only Lawyer I Trust

In 2015, I contacted The Chastaine Law Office and it didn't take long for me to sincerely wish that Michael Chastaine had been the first lawyer that I had turned to over years of emotional turmoil and victimization. He was so responsive to our concerns, to our lack of knowledge, and our fears. He w...as knowledgeable, skilled, honest, forthright, empathetic and conscientious. While it was not possible to wipe out all that had been done to us, he completed immediate steps and guidance for future actions. I came to believe beyond any doubt that Michael Chastaine truly cared and would utilize his considerable expertise to his utmost in order to help us. I know from experience that grappling with the legal system is overwhelming and doing so without competent and compassionate legal assistance was an utterly frightening and demoralizing experience. Justice constituted a political agenda. From that past, I learned the importance of having an excellent lawyer. There are few words strong enough to express the relief I feel, knowing that Michael Chastaine will be there for me and my family. A Grateful Client

Posted by anonymous | June 25, 2012 | Criminal Defense

Did a great job

I retained the Chastaine law firm to help me with an arrest on flimsy grounds. Mike and his associate Jake got my arrest expunged from the record - and did a great job at getting everything filed to make that happen, and guiding me through the court process.

Posted by anonymous | April 23, 2012 | Lawsuits & Disputes

The Only Lawyer for Me

The Chastaine Law Office is the only law firm I will go to for any of my legal needs. They represented me in a recent case and achieved everything I was hoping to accomplish. Their knowledge of the law, dedication, and hard work made it possible to resolve issues I wished to leave in the past. From s...tart to finished, they kept me informed concerning the progress of my case.

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Michael Lawrence Chastaine's Lawyer Endorsements

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Alexander Harper

DUI and DWI lawyer | Nov 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michael has written the book on DUI defense. He's a zelous advocate who doesn't quit until the client's case is dismissed. You won't find a more skilled DUI attorney."

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Jason Manning

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 21

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Miranda McCroskey

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michael is an innovative and effective lawyer. We are in an educational group together, and he is a valuable member of this group."

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Eric Natenstedt

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Met Mike at a legal conference in Arizona. Learned a ton speaking with him. He's hugely knowledgeable in a wide range of criminal issues and has a ton of experience. If you've been arrested in the greater Sacramento area give his office a call!"

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Peter Marek

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"29 years of practicing criminal law with 16 of those as a public defender is extremely experienced. He has a huge advantage over many attorneys due to that very experience since the prosecutors know that he knows what they know. His knowledge of both the law and procedure is excellent and evident in his pro bono contributions here. His client reviews are stellar. READ THEM! Do yourself a favor and schedule a consultation with him first. KUDOS"

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Anne Rosenthal

Unknown lawyer | Jan 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kristine Young

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Heather Mayer

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Shamoon Budhwani

Unknown lawyer | May 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jon Pettis

Unknown lawyer | Apr 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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George Mueller

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work: trustworthy, conscientious, hardworking and fundamentally dedicated to every Client, familiar Californians recognize that Mr. Chastaine is an excellent defense attorney who is a beneficial asset to Folsom and the entire DUI Defense Bar community. Any person in need of a premier criminal defense lawyer will know he or she is in capable hands. For a number of reasons (but without enough character space to properly do this fine attorney justice), I am honored to endorse this superb lawyer."

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Jason Stebner

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 09

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Mike Chastaine is a superb lawyer. Mike consistently approaches each arising legal matter with highly creative solutions. Mike's skill, knowledge, and natural born talent are likely unsurpassed. As a new lawyer, I consider myself very fortunate to have Mike as a legal mentor. Indeed, I endorse Mike Chastaine without reservation."

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Michael Bujor

Criminal defense lawyer

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Martin Jones

Sex crime lawyer

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Jessica Davis

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jason Manning

Criminal defense lawyer

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Dominick Welch

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Emily Smith-Lee

Employment and labor lawyer

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Negad Zaky

Criminal defense lawyer

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Kristine Young

Family lawyer

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Heather Mayer

Family lawyer

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Kelly Babineau

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jason Stebner

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2017

Norther California Super Lawyers, Northern California Super Lawyers

2017

Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America

2016

Northern California Super Lawyers, SuperLawyers

2016

Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America

2015

Northern California Super Lawyer, Northern California Super Lawyers

2015

Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America

2014

Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America

2014

Northern California Super Lawyer, Northern California Super Lawyers

2013

Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America

2013

Northern California Super Lawyer, Northern California Super Lawyers

2010

Northern California Super Lawyer, Law & Politics Magazine

2009

Northern California Super Lawyer, Law & Politics Magazine

2008

Northern California Super Lawyer, Law & Politics Magazine

2006

Northern California Super Lawyer, Law & Politics Magazine

2005

Northern California Super Lawyer, Law & Politics Magazine

Work Experience

2007 - Present

Attorney at Law, The Chastaine Law Office

2021 - 2023

Of Counsel, Chastaine | Jones

2001 - 2007

Of Counsel, Rothschild, Wishek & Sands

1996 - 2001

Senior Attorney, Santa Clara County Alternate Defender Office

1985 - 1996

Senior Attorney, Santa Clara County Public Defender Office

Associations

2008 - 2012

California Attorneys for Criminal Justice

Board of Governors

2001 - 2015

National Ski Patrol - Sugar Bowl

Sample of Legal Cases

Felony reduced to misdemeanor and case expunged

reduced to misdemeanor and expunged

Moore v. Superior Court (2004) 117 Cal.App.4th 401

defendant found eligable for treatment

People v. Jenkins (1995) 10 Cal.4th 234

Appeal to the California Supreme Court

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Education

1985

Santa Clara Univ SOL

law

1983

Magdalen College, Oxford England

1982

California St Univ Hayward

undergraduate

Speaking Engagements

1999

1999 CPDA Winter Trial Skills Institute

Dismissing Strike Priors

Publications

2019

Book Authored by Michal Chastaine How to Survive a Domestic Violence Arrest

2018

Book Authored by Michael Chastaine How to Survive a Sex Crime Allegation

2017

Book Authored by Michael Chastaine How to Survive a Criminal Arrest: What You NEED to Know

2015

Book Authored by Michael Chastaine How to Survive a DUI Arrest - What You NEED to Know

1997

Motions Work - Death Penalty Manual Motions work

Languages

English

Activity

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