Sanders Baker Patton

Sanders Baker Patton

4.9
Rating: 9.3

Licensed for 16 years

Family Lawyer at Sacramento, CA
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Child Support

500 Capitol Mall, Suite 2120, Sacramento, CA

About Sanders

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Child Custody 25%

Your child is the most important thing in your world. A Cordell & Cordell family attorney will fight to maximize your role in your children’s lives.

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Child Support 25%

Traditionally, something the parent with less custody would pay to the other parent. A Cordell & Cordell attorney will work to preserve your financial interests and the interests of your children.

25%
Divorce and Separation 25%

Whether you are facing a contested divorce or uncontested divorce our family law attorneys will work with you to outline your divorce goals and prepare you for your case.

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Family 25%

Cordell & Cordell exclusively practices family law with a focus on men’s divorce, child custody, paternity, and modifications. Our divorce attorneys focus on family law, allowing them to have a deeper understanding of the family court system.

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 16 years

State: California

Acquired: 2009

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Cordell & Cordell

500 Capitol Mall, Suite 2120, Sacramento, CA, 95814

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Sanders Baker Patton's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

8 Client Reviews

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Posted by Mark | March 13, 2013 | DUI & DWI

Excellent service

We came to Sanders on a recommendation and were well taken care of. He was able to get my wife's BAC reduced thereby keeping the penalties minimized. His personal manner and ability to explain what we were up against put us at ease and made us very comfortable.

Posted by Otho | July 20, 2012 | Domestic Violence

Mr. Patton went above and beyond my expectations...Thank You!

I had a illegitamite restraining order set against me and won... I had a domestic violence case set against me and won... Being a criminal defense Attotney he even helped me out with two civil law suits... Sanders Patton is the best Lawyer i have ever known.

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Sanders Baker Patton's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michael Flemming

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Wonderful attorney who is very smart and diligent in his work. Also an amazing trial lawyer who genuinely does his best to get the best results for each client he represents."

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Sammer Zakhour

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Patton is a personable, intelligent and hard working attorney that cares about his clients. He works hard to get them excellent results. This attorney is an asset to the San Diego legal community and I recommend him to any individual facing a criminal case."

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Nicholas Christoph

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. A great lawyer who works hard for his clients to get results."

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James Dicks

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"This attorney works very hard for the client and keeps up with the law by attending legal seminars to assist them in this regard. I endorse this attorney."

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Peter Blair

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Patton is a wildly experienced and aggressive attorney who is has earned a tremendous reputation in the San Diego legal community. I have known Mr. Patton for a number of years and I routinely utilize him as a source of knowledge in my own practice. I would refer family and friends to Mr. Patton without hesitation, secure in the fact that they would receive the best possible representation. I highly endorse Mr. Patton and wish nothing but success for him and his practice"

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Michael Shemtoub

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Your resume speaks for itself and I consider you a valuable member of the attorney community. I would recommend you to anyone and everyone who needs your services. I whole heartedly endorse this lawyer!"

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Ben Embry

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Patton is one of the best Criminal Defense Attorneys i know. I wouldn't hesitate to send any of my clients to him. I know they would get the same, or better, care as they would with my office."

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Lindsey Mercer

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 17

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse Sanders Patton as a criminal defense attorney. He is well qualified and committed to providing excellent legal services to his clients. He is compassionate, ethical, and knowledgeable about the law."

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William Wolfe

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I had the pleasure of working with Mr. Patton on a very serious murder case last year. Mr. Patton was responsible for all motions and research related to the murder trial. I found his work to be very thorough, well written, and exactly on point with the law. He demonstrated a real grasp of the nuances and current status of the law. His work was very good and I wouldn't hesitate to utilize his services in the future."

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William Concidine

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Mr. Patton for several years and I have always found him to be knowledgeable and experienced in criminal defense. Mr. Patton has a great knowledge of how the Vista court operates which benefits his clients. I would recommend Mr. Patton for any criminal defense matters you may have."

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Rachel Patton

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 07

Relationship: Family member

"Sanders is the type of attorney I would want by my side through a criminal matter. He is knowledgeable, personable and straightforward, and is always a zealous advocate for his clients. He truly cares about the outcome of every case he is involved with and has a way of putting others at ease and listening to their specific concerns. His character is above reproach, such that he is not only respected by clients, but by other attorneys, judges and court staff. Sanders has my complete endorsement."

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Bryan Mortlock

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have watched Sanders grow into an outstanding criminal defense attorney. He is knowledgeable, caring, and dedicated. I would recommend him to anyone looking for a criminal defense attorney."

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Michael Runkle

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 28

Relationship: Friend

"Sanders Patton is a close personal friend of mine as well as a colleague and fellow criminal defense lawyer. He is a proud soon to be father and a loving husband. His moral character is second to no one else that I know. He is extremely knowledgeable in the field of criminal defense and he is an excellent trial attorney. If you want an attorney who will zealously advocate for you and legitimately care about you your family and your case then he is an excellent choice. I gladly give him my highest recommendation."

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Katherine Roe

Social Security & Disability lawyer

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Michael Flemming

Criminal defense lawyer

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Michael Runkle

Criminal defense lawyer

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Eric Ganci

DUI and DWI lawyer

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William Wolfe

Criminal defense lawyer

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William Concidine

Criminal defense lawyer

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Rachel Patton

Estate planning lawyer

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Bryan Mortlock

Criminal defense lawyer

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Sean Leslie

Criminal defense lawyer

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Lindsey Mercer

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.3 (Superb)

Honors

2008

Pro Bono Honors Award, Thomas Jefferson School of Law

Work Experience

2019 - Present

Senior Litigation Attorney, Cordell & Cordell

2016 - 2019

Felony Attorney, Placer County Public Defender

2009 - 2019

Attorney, Law Offices of C. Bradley Patton

Associations

2019 - Present

Sacramento County Bar Association

Member

2009 - Present

State Bar of California

Member

2009 - Present

South District Court, Southern District of California

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

People v. Reese

Plea to petty theft, no custody.

Baker v. Jones

Request denied. Attorney fees granted.

Talley v. Behr

Request denied.

People v. Anderson

DEOJ. Case dismissed with proof of counselling.

People v. Couron

All charges dismissed.

People v. Halldorson

Plea to Wet Reckless.

People v. Stuckey

Jury convicted of Hit and Run, hung on DUI, not refiled.

People v. Baker

All charges dismissed at preliminary hearing.

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Education

2009

Thomas Jefferson School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2005

University of Southern California

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2014

Youth in Court Day

We defend murderers, rapists, and child molesters, and we are proud of it

2013

Youth in Court Day

We defend murderers, rapists, and child molesters, and we are proud of it

2012

Youth in Court Day

We defend murders, rapists, and child molesters, and we are proud of it

Languages

English

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