Christopher Carle Kingsley Parkhurst

Christopher Carle Kingsley Parkhurst

also known as Avvo Clients' Choice Award Recipient

4.9
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 26 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Sacramento, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

1007 7th Street, Suite 302, Sacramento, CA

About Christopher

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

I have successfully assisted and represented hundreds of clients in more than 32 California counties counties on charges ranging from DUIs to serious strike felonies, and everything in between.

21 years | 900 cases

50%
DUI and DWI 50%

21 years | 400 cases

50%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 26 years

State: California

Acquired: 1999

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Christopher Parkhurst

1007 7th Street, Suite 302, Sacramento, CA, 95814

The Law Office of Christopher Parkhurst

3017 Douglas Blvd. #300, Roseville, CA, 95661

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Christopher Carle Kingsley Parkhurst's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

42 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 11 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by RK | May 31, 2013 | Criminal Defense

Hail Christopher Parkhurst !!!!

Nothing is worse than when your freedom is taken away for no reason. For a moment, I thought I have lost my years of hard work and a career I love. I kept myself motivated but I got a big boost in motivation when I first saw Mr Parkhurst through little window of jail when he came to meet me first tim...e. It was great moral boosting in itself that Mr Parkhurst came to meet me 3-4 times in jail daily. Soon, I was out and ready for real challenge. I was charged with several severe domestic violence felony charges including strike felony. I have facing jail time, loss of job and definite deportation. Mr Parkhurst always kept me updated about progress of my case. He was very honest with me right from the beginning and as the case progressed. His conduct towards his clients is very respectful and appreciable. He always makes you calm in tense situation. This helped me concentrate on my work during my case. I always believed him and he always believed me and it kept us going. He is well respected by fellow lawyer in his community. He went out of his way to consult other lawyers with my case without charging me additional fee. Few months later a jury trial began. I felt like world is against me except person sitting left to me in courtroom (and my friends of course). I was always impressed by his demeanor in the court. He was very attentive, concentrated, and alert and engaged during trial process. He was very aggressive yet respectful in the courtroom. I always believed strongly about my case and Mr Parkhurst conveyed my message to Jury in a very convincing way. Finally, Mr Parkhurst made a clean sweep and I was acquitted of all charges. I could not have done it without Mr Parkhurst. Life moves on, as ‘Truck’ moves on the road. ‘There may be heavy load…trip may be uncertain…but you will reach your destination when Mr Parkhurst is behind the wheel ’ Yeah….we did it.

Posted by Micah | May 02, 2013 | DUI & DWI

Friendly and trustworthy lawyer

Hello, When my wife got a DUI we were bombarded with letters. As a natural skeptic, I figured most, if not all, of these lawyers were trying too hard to get clients and may not have the credentials we were looking for. I am thankful I decided to do some independent researching to find Mr. Parkhurs...t, instead of relying on gimmicky mail outs for legal advice. My wife's insurance recommended Mr. Parkhurst, so we took advantage of his 30 minute free consultation. My wife, her mother and I all went to the meeting and right away he made all three of us feel very relaxed. He provided us with detailed information about how the process would go and gave us honest answers about what to expect. I understand just about any lawyer can talk about the DUI process, it is their job after all, but what impressed me specifically was Mr. Parkhurst's willingness to go over the information slowly, in detail, and while being bombarded by questions from three people. For someone providing a free consultation, he took his time to give quality answers and never made us feel rushed or unwelcome. After we hired Mr. Parkhurst, for a flat fee, he executed exactly what he promised, getting us the best possible resolution. He kept us informed every step of the way (in fact, he called us more than we called him) and he set-up meetings just to let us know what the next phase would be and continue to answer a plethora of questions at a slow, friendly pace. As stated earlier, I am a skeptic at heart, but Mr. Parkhurst was clearly a confident, intelligent and diligent lawyer. I appreciated his stress and gimmick free atmosphere, so that his expertise could do the talking. On a personal level, he seemed like a great guy, and always took a couple minutes just to chat with us, which helped to alleviate my wife's stress. After all this, combined with the fact his fee was just as low as every other lawyer we researched, I will gladly recommend Mr. Parkhurst to anyone who needs the best legal service for an affordable cost.

Posted by anonymous | August 07, 2012 | DUI & DWI

Chris Parkhurst Rocks

I have utilized Mr. Parkhurst's services twice for DUI offenses. Aside from being reasonably priced, Chris is just a great person to have in your corner. Chris does a great job guiding you through your case so you fully understand the legal process. He is well-versed in the subject of law, and well-c...onnected within the law community. His conduct in and out of the courtroom is extremely professional and allows you to feel at ease during what is typically a very stressful and uncertain time. I would highly recommend you give Mr. Parkhurst a call and meet with him for all your legal needs.

Posted by Alisha | September 27, 2011 | DUI & DWI

Praise to a Good Lawyer

My experience with Christopher Parkhurst as my DUI lawyer could not have been better. I do not live in the county I was charged in. Out of about six court dates I did not have to attend one which naturally saved me a lot of time and money. He continued to talk with me about my personal priorities wit...h my case and saw to it that he did everything within his power to make my needs realized. I am quite happy with the outcome of my sentence and the amount I paid for Christopher's services.

Posted by anonymous | June 21, 2011 | Criminal Defense

Amazing. Professional, knowledgeable and personable

I cannot say enough wonderful things about Mr. Parkhurst. I am a professional woman who got involved in a terrible, scary situation where I was facing a felony due to a fight with my husband that got out of hand. I was in shock and disbelief with the entire process. I have no prior history (NONE) and... didn't know who to call or what to do. He was a godsend. Not only was he professional and knowledgeable, he knew the system, his "stuff", the potential outcomes and saw me as a person, like he had known me for years. He guided me through the process, was with me every step of the way, even during my fears and spent the time with me to convince me to have HIM do the worrying. Amazing! He kept me as calm as I could be through this awful personal ordeal. The end resulted in charges being dropped and I am forever grateful. I always thought of lawyers as being impersonal but professional but this man is an extremely personable man who happens to be brilliant at what he does. I am forever grateful as this could have changed my life forever without his help. I would recommend him to anyone, everyone. Thank you Chris. You're amazing.

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Christopher Carle Kingsley Parkhurst's Lawyer Endorsements

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Calvin Chang

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kelly Babineau

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Parkhust is an intelligent and dedicated attorney. I endorse him without reservation."

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Paige Bennett

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 26

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Albert Smith

Unknown lawyer | Feb 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer, because he is a natural in front of a jury and he fights for his clients in and out of the courtroom."

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Douglas Borthwick

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Shani Roark

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Chris is the rare kind of attorney who truly cares about his clients and the outcomes of his cases. The stories and cases of his clients stay with him long after the case is done and the bill has been paid. If you want an attorney who will work hard for you, believe in you, and care about what happens to you, Chris is an excellent choice."

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Leslie Ramos

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. You cannot go wrong by hiring Chris for your criminal defense case."

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Joseph Martin

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 20

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have so much admiration for Chris as both an attorney and as a fine human being. In the past several years I have had a chance to get to know Chris very well and I am so impressed with the criminal defense attorney he has become. Chris has handled hundreds of criminal cases in Sacramento over the past several years, and has taken on and won some very tough trials. Chris has become a real force to be reckoned with for any District Attorney who thinks they can file weak cases and bull doze a defendant. Chris believes in his clients and he will stand up defiantly against the whole world in defense of his clients. You cannot find a better defense attorney in Sacramento than Chris. I should know, I have been around Sacramento for a long time and I know who the good attorneys and the bad attorneys are. Chris has my highest endorsement."

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Lilian Demonteverde-Hoats

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Frank Debenedetto

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 10

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Chris's superior knowledge and professionalism is only matched by the compassion he has for his clients, A truly gifted attorney and person! If you're looking for the best, call him."

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Derek Hatch

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Christopher is an excellent attorney and is well-respected in the criminal defense community. Anyone facing incarceration or other harsh criminal penalties would be lucky to have Christopher in his/her corner."

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Stephen Schofield

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Chris is definitely an attorney that puts his clients first, above all else. He is skillful and knowledgable. I highly recommend him to anyone who needs a criminal defense attorney."

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Ernest Minner

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"If you need a good settlement, Chris has the reputation with DA offices throughout Northern California to start your negotiation on the right foot. He has the legal knowledge to execute that negotiation and get you the best result possible. If you need to go to trial, Chris is a battle tested advocate who will make the DA really uncomfortable and maximize your chance of a not guilty verdict. But what separates Chris from the rest is that he will take the time to understand who you are, your specific needs, and follow through. I have watched Chris go above and beyond for his clients, and he will do that for you."

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Kim Ma

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Chris is a very caring attorney who will go out of his way to help his clients. Chris is very knowledgeable and will fight for his clients."

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Kit Westbrook

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jul 03

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. Chris is a real people's lawyer. By that, I mean that he is all about serving his client, and protecting their rights. In my experience, money means very little to Chris. He acts out of principle without measuring the cost to himself. Chris is highly intelligent and full of fight. I highly recommend him as a criminal defense or DUI attorney."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | May 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Christopher. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Jan 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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David Bryson

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Both capable and experienced, Mr. Parkhurst's true skill comes from his honest desire to help his clients through their adversity. For some, advocacy is a mere profession, but to those such as Christopher Parkhurst, it is a duty... One that he performs excellently. I endorse this lawyer."

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Hendrick Crowell

Criminal defense lawyer | May 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Vijay Dinakar

DUI and DWI lawyer | Mar 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Emil Kim

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Shani Roark

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Leslie Ramos

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Cody Christiansen

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Cameron Fernandez

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Jay Finnecy

Criminal defense lawyer

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Ernest Minner

Criminal defense lawyer

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Kim Ma

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Terry Wapner

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Philip Mccarthy

Criminal defense lawyer

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Michael Kennedy

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Jon-Paul Valcarenghi

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Kelly Babineau

Criminal defense lawyer

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Christine McCall

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Joshua Kaizuka

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Joseph Farina

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Joseph Martin

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Honors

2015

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2014

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2014

Rated Attorney-Drunk Driving Defense, Lead Counsel

2014

Rated Attorney -Criminal Law, Lead Counsel

1986

Certificate of Appreciation, Plumas Unified School District

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Senior Trial Attorney, The Law Offices Of Christopher Parkhurst

2011 - Present

Attorney, Imhoff & Associates, PC

2010 - Present

Owner, The Law Offices of Christopher Parkhurst

2008 - 2010

Managing Attorney, Earl Carter and Associates

2006 - 2007

Associate Attorney, Louder Law Group

1999 - 2005

Senior Analyst, Contra Costa County

Associations

2015 - Present

American Association of Premier DUI Attorneys

Founding Member

2014 - Present

National Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2011 - Present

Sacramento County Bar Association

Member

2011 - Present

Sacramento County Bar Association, Constitutional Law and Civil Rights Section

Member

2007 - Present

California DUI Lawyers Association

Member

2007 - Present

California Public Defenders Association

Member

1999 - Present

State Bar of California

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

People v. Dungey

DIsmissed

State of California v. Wilkinson (2014)

Case Dismissed

People v. Bisi (2013)

Reckless driving misdemeanor

People vs. Kumar (2013)

Not Guilty (four counts); one count dismissed by court on defense motion; and prosecution dismissed both remaining counts thereafter.

People v. Mathiesen-Dunne (2011)

Not Guilty of felony 273(a)(a) charge

People v. Escamilla (2011)

Dismissed by the prosecution after trial

People v. Carter (Case # 08F08077)

Dismissal of all charges

People v. Pannu (2009)

Acquitted of 3rd DUI after jury trial

People v. Dickson (Case # P06CRM1799-1)

Dismissal after opening argument

People v. M. Hernandez (2010)

Dismissed by judge

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Education

1998

University of California, Hastings College of the Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1990

University of California Davis

BA - Bachelor of Arts

N/A

University of California - Riverside

Speaking Engagements

2013

DUI In the Classroom

DUI Sentencing

2013

DUI in the Classroom DUI Consequences

2011

Discovery and Evidence in the Era of Social Media

Obtaining Social Media Discovery and Evidence; and Using it in Court

2004

Bidders Conference

Request for Proposals

2003

Board of Supervisors Meeting Contra Costa County Childrens Report Card

Publications

2015

2014

2003

News & Views Contra Costa County Public Authority

2002

News and Views (Newsletter) Contra Costa County Public Authority

Languages

English

Spanish

Activity

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