Jonathan J. Griffith

Jonathan J. Griffith

also known as DUI Law Group, P.C.

5.0
Rating: 7.9

Licensed for 16 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Chico, CA
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense

2611 Esplanade., Chico, CA

About Jonathan

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

DUI and DWI 85%

I have handled over 1200 DUI cases from start to finish. Before co-founding DUI Law Group I worked as a public defender with a DUI assignment. As a privately retained lawyer I have secured numerous dismissals, Not Guilty verdicts, and attractive plea bargains. My favorite aspect of DUI defense is jury trial, and I will never pressure clients to take a plea bargain. I will give you an honest evaluation so you can make an informed decision to stand up for your rights.

16 years | 1,200 cases

85%
Criminal Defense 15%

I have defended against all types of criminal charges, from traffic tickets to murder and everything in between. I have a proven winning record, and have obtained not guilty verdicts and dismissals in numerous cases over the years, both as a public defender, and as a hired lawyer. My current practice focuses primarily on felony and misdemeanor DUI defense, however I do selectively handle several non-dui felonies and misdemeanors every year.

16 years | 500 cases

15%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


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

Law Offices of Jonathan J. Griffith

2611 Esplanade., Chico, CA, 95973

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Jonathan J. Griffith's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

2 Client Reviews

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Posted by Steven | September 6, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

My DUI

My DUI was embarrassing and frightening. Jonathan made it easy for me. My appearances were minimal, my options were very clearly communicated to me and I got a better deal than I expected. He's helped me through the process and I'm looking forward to getting it expunged when the time comes.

Posted by anonymous | November 11, 2015 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Mr.Griffith Attorney at law rates #1 in my book

only half way through this process but I will be updating this once it's over,as it stands Mr.Griffith is honest, loyal and very educated.what more could one ask for in a lawyer...

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Jonathan J. Griffith's Lawyer Endorsements

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Douglas Borthwick

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Brandon Williams

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Great attorney. Very intelligent and aggressive. Willing to fight for his clients. A attorney that is not afraid to go to trial to fight for his clients rights."

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Mark Malachowski

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jun 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Jonathan knows the law and is a zealous advocate for his clients’ rights. I would recommend him to anyone facing DUI charges."

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John VanDervoort

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Jonathan is the premiere up and coming lawyer in Chico. He is appointed by the Superior Court of Butte on complicated cases because of his expertise and experience and tenacity. Joe Vandervoort 41 years in Chico as www.duiking.com and www.drugczarus.com."

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Matthew Smith

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jonathan is an enthusiastic attorney who has devoted his life to protecting those accused of crimes. He is willing to go above and beyond for his clients."

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Geoff Dulebohn

Criminal defense lawyer | May 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jonathan Griffith is an experienced practitioner with a technical approach to criminal defense practice. He is engaging, thoughtful, and effective in court. Recently, he represented a client in a local Superior Court with multiple pending criminal charges. The prosecutor missed a critical detail and Jonathan was quick to address the issue. The result was a dismissal [rightfully] of another case against the accused that would otherwise have been pending and may have resulted in a warrant being issued at a later date. Nice work! I endorse this lawyer."

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Robert Marshall

Criminal defense lawyer | May 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jonathan is a very hard working, bright attorney who understands the importance of being prepared. He's also personable and listens carefully to his clients."

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Robert Miller

Criminal defense lawyer | May 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jonathan is one of California's most up and coming criminal defense lawyers. He offers superb representation at reasonable rates and has an excellent reputation in the legal community."

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Michael Fahey

Criminal defense lawyer

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Geoff Dulebohn

Criminal defense lawyer

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Robert Marshall

Criminal defense lawyer

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Matthew Williamson

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Robert Miller

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Experience

Rating:  7.9 (Very Good)

Honors

2006

Witkin Award for Academic Excellence - Criminal Law, Witkin Legal Institute

2006

Witkin Award for Academic Excellence - Contracts, Witkin Legal Institute

2006

Witkin Award for Academic Excellence - Torts, Witkin Legal Institute

2006

Dean's Scholarship, Cal Northern School of Law

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Managing Partner, DUI Law Group, P.C.

2012 - 2015

Butte County Public Defender, Butte County

2010 - 2010

Sacramento Superior Court, Second Chair Civil Trial Experience - 1.4 million jury verdict

2009 - 2016

Owner, Law Office of Jonathan Griffith

Associations

2016 - Present

California DUI Lawyers Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Drug DUI case dismissed

Case dismissed.

Second DUI, Resisting Arrest, Hit and Run, and Possession of a Controlled Substance

All charges dismissed!

DUI jury trial acquittal; Driving on Suspended License charge dismissed

Driving on Suspended dismissed; DUI not guilty

Reckless Driving and Driving on Suspended jury trial acquittal

Acquitted on Reckless Driving and Driving on Suspdended Livense charges

Felony DUI client gets home detention

Felony Failure to Appear dropped; Client gets ankle bracelet

Methamphetamine Sales client with priors gets probation

Probation granted in meth sales case with prior drug sales convictions

DUI and Hit and Run dropped to Wet Reckless

Wet Reckless; DUI, Hit and Run, Infractions dropped

Drug charges dismissed

Drug charges dropped; client took DUI with no jail.

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Education

2009

CAL Northern School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

N/A

College of William and Mary

N/A

University of Idaho

N/A

New St. Andrews College

Speaking Engagements

2011

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Languages

English

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