Joseph Briscoe Dane

I called many attorneys regarding a situation in was relatively perplexed about. I was required to complete a year of DV classes after a plea agreement to misdemeanor disturbing the peace, w/ 3 years informal probation, 20 hours of comm service. I enrolled in a program and attended, they dropped... me for missing too many (4) courses (only open 3 days, Saturday/Sunday/Monday, unable to am keeping up or switch courses). Because I was dropped, I had to return to court to be referred back out. It looked AWFUL, as I was dropped 1 week before going back to court for the 1st progress review. I returned to court for the review, and agreed to a probation violation, should I be dropped again I would be subject to 30 days in jail. Being a previous non offender, I was not worried, I would simply mark off all Saturdays and dedicate that day to classes only. I went back to the program, re-enrolled, and attended nearly every session (8 of 9 total weeks), missing 1. I receive a letter on a Thursday (after attending the previous Saturday session) advising me in an extremely brief letter (about 3 lines) that I have been dropped because of was "tardy". I became nervous and concerned as all I thought about was what the judge said, 30 days. I didn't wait, and found another program, enrolled the next day (Friday) and was in session there that Saturday. This was August, so I was concerned that the court would look at the fact that I technically was dropped from the previous program twice (I believe the prev program simply did not like me, I have no idea why as nothing was mentioned in the way of a problem of being dropped, just the letter in the mail). I have attended 18 sessions, with 0 missed at the new program, which allows for multiple sessions in a week and allows one to make up a session of one was missed, tremendously flexible. I attended 18 sessions from Aug 26th to October 20th (4 months worth in 7 weeks) and although my progress review from the new program is sterling, I was concerned if the technical nature of being dropped Aug 22nd from the previous program the second time would trigger an informal probation violation. Many attorneys offered to represent me, and more than a few stated that they believed a violation could occur and included this representation in their fees. I called others around, as I still did not feel right about blowing so much money on a situation that may not merit it - Joe Dane called me back and effectively walked me through the entire situation as it read online in his attorney's portal (He read the notice the previous program sent to the court, much different and filled with adjectives that describe my participation in a very bad manner, than what they wrote me) Before speaking with Joe Dane, I noticed on September 7th, there was (in my case listing) " chambers work", I found that chambers work is work by a judge on a case in his office, a review. This is likely the judge receiving both my drop (dated Aug 22nd) and enrollment (dated Aug 26th) from my old and new programs, where others having been in a similar scenario with no new enrollment, have had bench warrants issued, I looked myself up, no warrant. This still did not stop slight anxiety as I needed an attorney to be straight with me, and Joe Dane was, which I appreciated. He advised me (of which none of the other 7-8 I spoke with did) that because "chambers work" if there was a violation alleged, there would be a warrant issued at that time, none was, so I was ok. He stated that he didn't need to represent me, but would if I wanted, so I elected to, he received my progress review from the new program, presented it to the court and all was well. I appreciated his straight forward honesty, and he also saved me from agreeing to representation which would have been costly and unnecessary. I appreciate the time and calming of my nerves!

This guy was amazing. My boyfriend was up against a 2nd strike, and some pretty serious charges. Joe Dane laid it all out on the table for him, he explained everything and what the best outcome could be. Joe Dane accomplished everything he said he would do. My boyfriend ended up dying before he was... to complete his sentencing. Joe Dame then went the extra mile, on his own, and went to see the judge. The judge post-humously withdrew my boyfriend's guilty plea, and then dismissed all charges. I was so touched that he did that. Joe Dane has class, and he is a top notch lawyer. I recommend him to anyone seeking a lawyer. He truly cares, for one...but also, he knows the law, and he goes above and beyond for his clients. I can't thank him enough.

This guy was amazing. My boyfriend was up against a 2nd strike, and some pretty serious charges. Joe Dane laid it all out on the table for him, he explained everything and what the best outcome could be. Joe Dane accomplished everything he said he would do. My boyfriend ended up dying before he was... to complete his sentencing. Joe Dane then went the extra mile, on his own, and went to see the judge. The judge post-humously withdrew my boyfriend's guilty plea, and then dismissed all charges. I was so touched that he did that. Joe Dane has class, and he is a top notch lawyer. I recommend him to anyone seeking a lawyer. He truly cares, for one...but also, he knows the law, and he goes above and beyond for his clients. I can't thank him enough.

Joe represented my son two years ago and our experience could not have been better. He was honest and told us exactly what we could expect (good, bad, and ugly). His attention to detail was second to none and he worked with integrity to get all of the facts in my sons case. The attribute that impress...ed me the most about Joe was his ability to understand and relate to people. He took so much time getting to know my son and building such a strong relationship with him as well as consistently keeping us, as parents, calm and relaxed. He ultimately won our case and did so gracefully. I would call on Joe Dane to represent me or any member of my family if we ever had a court-related issue again. He was beyond outstanding!

Joe Dane IS the real deal. I had a restraining order violation case. I was arrested for washing my front window of my home (violation or restraining order), which was videotaped by the person who had the restraining order on me. I thought this whole case was insane: To arrest someone for ...washing their windows??? The Orange County District Attorneys office disagreed. They wanted to put me in jail for 30 days (I have a perfect record. No arrests ever.) I originally hired an L.A. based attorney (Nick Van Parys) to try to get this case dismissed. That was a huge mistake, as this is an Orange County based case. Eventually, for lack of success, I fired Mr. Van Parys and decided to hire an O.C. based attorney. I turned to Avvo.com (I wasn't aware of AVVO when I hired Mr. Van Parys) to hire my next attorney. My goals were specific: * I wanted a former Sheriff (I was arrested by Orange County Sheriffs), who knew how the Sheriffs worked their game. * I wanted a former District Attorney, who knew how they worked their game. * I wanted a highly rated (AVVO 9.5 or above) Attorney. Lucky for me, Joe Dane fit the bill across the board: Ex-Sheriff, Ex-Asst District Attorney, Perfect 10 rating. The day AFTER I hired Mr. Dane, he and a private investigator HE HIRED were outside my home taking photographs of the property line, taking videos and measuring distances in relation to the restraining order guidelines. In the 8 months Mr. Van Parys worked my case, Mr. Van Parys (or anyone from his firm) came to my home ZERO times! This level of professionalism and diligence from Mr. Dane spoke volumes! Over the months, I became frustrated at the snails pace which this MISDEMEANOR case was moving. And, I expressed my displeasure to Mr. Dane on numerous occasions. Unaware to me, this wasn't the fault of Mr. Dane. The Orange County District Attorney's office assigned this case to a brand new attorney, fresh out of Law School (as they do most low-level misdemeanor cases). This new District Attorney simply would not meet with Mr. Dane to discuss my case in order to have it dismissed. The OC DA's office was clearly dragging their feet. Mr. Dane was frustrated himself at the pace the DA was moving. Eventually, Mr. Dane went to the West Court (where the case was heard) Senior Asst. District Attorney (Susie Price), who knew Mr. Dane very well and vice versa. Mr. Dane showed Mrs. Price the evidence, the facts, the videotape the complainant submitted and the 911 phone call. When Mrs. Price saw all the evidence, she knew this was a bad arrest by the OC Sheriffs department. Mrs. Price further knew there was no way the DA office would ever win this case. Especially up against a seasoned, battle-tested, brilliant lawyer like Joe Dane. Mrs. Price ordered her subordinate, the low-level DA to dismiss the case. And so it was. I know deep in my heart, had I stayed with my L.A. based attorney, who did not know Mrs. Price and did not know the Orange County Judges, I wouldn't have had the same results. I also know, had I hired a less competent attorney than Mr. Dane, I wouldn't have had the same results. You TRULY appreciate freedom, when others are threatening to take freedom away from you. Joe Dane IS your Criminal Defense Attorney if you want RESULTS!! Thank you Joe Dane!