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Abigail Rivamonte Mesa is a Deputy Public Defender in San Francisco. She has served as lead attorney in over 50 trials since she was first admitted to the California State Bar in 2009. Her not guilty verdicts have garnered buzz by several media outlets. She attributes much of her success to her team of hard working interns and supportive colleagues at the Public Defender's Office.
She graduated cum laude from the University of California, San Diego and received her Juris Doctorate from the University of San Francisco School of Law, where she was the president of the Asian Pacific American Law Students Association and a founding board member of the Pilipino American Law Society.
Abigail was the founding President of the Asian American Criminal Trial Lawyers Association and currently serves on their Board. She is also the former President and current Advisory Board Member of the Filipino Bar Association of Northern California.
As a Deputy Public Defender she serves low-income and predominantly minority clients who are struggling in the criminal justice system. As their advocate she strives to give them the power and voice that they deserve in the courtroom. Her daily inspiration comes from her colleagues at the Public Defender's Office who fight the good fight for the innocent and the underserved.
Practice Areas
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Practice Area
Criminal Defense
100%
17 years
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Licensed in California for 16 years
State: California
Acquired: 2009
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Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Car Accidents
Posted by Kenny | May 01, 2012 | Car Accidents
Abigail Alido Rivamonte rocks
Last year I was involved in a hit and run. A drunk Driver ran into me, causing me to loose control, and totaling my car. However when the police came, I was arrested for a DUI. I blew just over the limit. But it was enough. This is where the nightmare began. Though there were witnesses, wh...
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"Abigail is an incredible lawyer! She fights tooth and nail for her clients and has an unparalleled level of commitment. She is fearless."
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"Abigail is an outstanding criminal defense lawyer. She is smart, confident, hardworking, and trustworthy. Most importantly, she is an effective advocate for her clients. Abigail has obtained exceptional results at trial and has a reputation for excellence."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have the pleasure of being in an ongoing legal workshop with Abigail. Lawyers like Abigail are the reason why I am so proud to be in this profession. I have also seen her at work in court. While she is very personable in nature, Abigail is very aggressive in her representation and advocacy on behalf of her clients. She is simply an outstanding attorney and counselor at law."
"Abigail is not only an extremely talented trial attorney, but she is dedicated to both her profession and her clients. I have no hesitation endorsing Abigail because I know that her clients are in good hands."
"I endorse this lawyer. I worked with Abigail at the SF Public Defender's Office. She is smart, dedicated, highly motivated, and passionate about her work and defending her clients. Her work ethic and commitment lead to good results."
"Abigail is a natural. She has great intuition, and she is passionate in her defense of her clients. I spent several months working alongside Abigail in 2010, and I was nothing but impressed with the quality of her representation."
"I endorse this lawyer. Abigail Rivamonte goes the extra mile for her clients. Abigail is smart and extremely thorough. She is a tenacious advocate. You will be served well by hiring Abigail to assist you."
"I endorse this lawyer. Abigail is one of the most dedicated and hard working attorneys I've ever met. She is very passionate about her work and I know I can go to her for whatever criminal matter there may be."
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Experience
Honors
2020
NAPABA Best Lawyers Under 40, National Asian Pacific American Bar Association
2015
Unity Award, Minority Bar Coalition
2014
Unity Award, Minority Bar Association
2008
Public Interest Law Foundation Pro Bono Publico Award, University of San Francisco School of Law
2007
Best Brief, NAPABA: Thomas Tang Moot Court Competition
Work Experience
2011 - 2019
Deputy Public Defender, Office Of The Public Defender, San Francisco
2010 - 2011
Associate, Law Offices of Jonah Chew
Associations
2014 - Present
National Association for Public DefenseMember
2014 - Present
Asian American Criminal Trial Lawyers AssociationPresident/Founding Member
2013 - Present
Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers CollegeAlumni
2013 - Present
National Filipino American Lawyers AssociationMember
2011 - Present
Bar Association of San FranciscoMember
2010 - Present
California Public Defenders Association
2007 - Present
National Asian Pacific American Bar Association
2005 - Present
Asian American Bar Association of the Greater Bay Area
2014 - 2015
Barristers Club of San FranciscoVice Chair Criminal Law Section
2013 - 2014
Filipino Bar Association of Northern CaliforniaPresident
2011 - 2012
Earl Warren American Inn of Court
2011 - 2013
Filipino American Bar AssociationPast Vice President
2010 - 2013
California DUI Lawyers Association
Education
2013
Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College
Trial Lawyers College Graduate
N/A
University of San Francisco School of Law
Juris Doctorate
N/A
University of California - San Diego
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2013
San Francisco Public Defender's Office: Brown Bag Series
Negotiating to Win: Knowing When to go to Trial
2013
San Francisco Public Defender's Office
Trial Techniques: Direct Examination
2013
San Francisco Public Defender's Office
Basic Attack on DNA Evidence
2013
National Asian Pacific American Bar Association
Asian Pacific Americans in Public Interest
2013
FBANC 33rd Annual Installation Dinner
Future of FBANC
2011
University of San Francisco School of Law
How to Survive Law School
Publications
2018
2018
SF Public Defender
MAN ACQUITTED AFTER OFFICER TURNS OFF BODY CAM
2013
NBC Bay Area
Homeless Man Acquitted of Abusing Chihuahua
2013
2013
CBS San Francisco
Bay Area Donations Begin Pouring in for Typhoon Victims in Philippines
2012
ABC News 7 San Francisco
SF cyclist acquitted of hit-and-run charges
2012
San Francisco Public Defender's Office
Cyclist Acquitted of Hit-and-Run of Elderly Pedestrian
2012
San Francisco Public Defender's Office
Man Acquitted of Vehicle Tampering
2012
San Francisco Public Defender's Office
SF Dad Cleared of Battery Charges
2010
San Francisco Public Defender's Office
NOT GUILTY: Man Fed Up With Gun Violence Acquitted Of Carrying Firearm
2010
2007
Languages
English
Tagalog