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    Christie M. Saenz

    Christie M. Saenz

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    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years
    Practice Areas:  Family, Litigation, General Practice and more
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    Josh David Hillemeier

    Josh David Hillemeier

    5.02 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Expungement
    Review: "I highly recommend Josh D. Hillemeir. He handled my case seamlessly and his expertise, straightforwardness and honesty resulted in a positive outcome."
    Rating:  6.4
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    Criminal defense lawyers represent clients at every stage of a criminal case: investigation, arrest, arraignment, plea bargaining, trial, and appeal. They assess evidence, protect constitutional rights, negotiate reduced charges or sentences, cross-examine witnesses, raise defenses, file motions, and advocate to minimize penalties or obtain acquittals.

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    Criminal defense lawyers represent clients at every stage of a criminal case: investigation, arrest, arraignment, plea bargaining, trial, and appeal. They assess evidence, protect constitutional rights, negotiate reduced charges or sentences, cross-examine witnesses, raise defenses, file motions, and advocate to minimize penalties or obtain acquittals.

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    Adrienne Harbottle

    Adrienne Harbottle

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Divorce & Separation
    Bio: Criminal Attorney who can help you navigate the court process in an honest and understanding way. Also, handles uncontested divorces. Available for the following courts: San Luis Obispo County, Santa Maria, Santa Barbara, Lompoc, Fresno, Visalia a...
    Rating:  6.5
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    Laura Ruth Vavakin

    Laura Ruth Vavakin

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "She got me out of jail on a case that would of sent me to prison for 27 years, Worked hard on the DA and Judge and never gave up on me. She is a fighter and iam glad she was my lawyer."
    Rating:  6.7
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    Darold Myles Shirwo

    Darold Myles Shirwo

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 45 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, General Practice, Civil Rights
    Bio: I have been practicing for over 40 years primarily in cirminal law and have done 100's of jury trials and over a thousand non-jury trials including serious felonies (murder, etc.), , habeas, expungements, etc. and practice mainly in the San Fernan...
    Rating:  6.6
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    Rachel Margolis Chapman

    Rachel Margolis Chapman

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    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 9 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Bio: Rachel Margolis Chapman is an experienced Bay Area criminal defense attorney, known for her tenacious representation, compassion, and dedication to fighting for the rights of her clients. She has represented over 500 individuals charged with offen...
    Rating:  8.3
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    James Dalrymple

    James Dalrymple

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 5 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Juvenile, Guardianship and more
    Bio: I am a criminal defense attorney practicing in San Joaquin County. I also represent children and parents in Juvenile Dependency Court (CPS proceedings) Our firm mainly practices in Criminal Defense and C.P.S. defense. Our office defends both juven...
    Rating:  6.0
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    Anthony James Crawford

    Anthony James Crawford

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 43 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Mr. Crawford helped me out tremendously. He is one of the most intelligent and informed people I've ever met. An awesome attorney too. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for legal counsel."
    Rating:  6.7
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    Terry Scott Allen

    Terry Scott Allen

    2.513 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 56 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Military Law
    Review: "Thanks to Mr. Allen's deep legal knowledge and years of experience, I achieved the best possible outcome in my case. I am forever grateful for his outstanding representation. If you need a top-notch attorney who will fight tirelessly for your righ..."
    Rating:  7.5
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    Julian Israel Ducre

    Julian Israel Ducre

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 42 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "I was 18 by a few days when I was arrested, it was all my family could afford to do to bail me out, Julian Ducre took my case up for substantially less than his competitors, because I truly believe that he is out to make a difference, he worked ..."
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    Kenneth Matthew Foley

    Kenneth Matthew Foley

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 51 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "I first came to ken foley many years ago on a suspected burglary case. After everything was said and done 6 felony’s and 2 mistaminors were all all dropped and I was presumed innocent."
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    Mindi Lynn Boulet

    Mindi Lynn Boulet

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 31 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Mindi Boulet represented me during the winter months of '09-'10 on felony charges. She was an effective litigator who took a person interest in my wellfare. If I get in any more legal trouble I hope it's mindi Boulet who defends me."
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    Joseph Michael Tysel

    Joseph Michael Tysel

    5.02 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 35 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Car Accidents, Immigration and more
    Review: "Hello Joseph Tysel, i wanted to let you know how much i appreciate you. The moment i hired you, you immediately started working on my case. The main thing i like best of is that you care for your clients and you genuinely do. Your attentiveness is..."
    Rating:  6.5
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    Jonathan James Kissel

    Jonathan James Kissel

    4.08 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 48 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "How many people can say that they got to sit at Comedy Central Comedy Club to be an audience member in what other people paid to see AS A FORM OF COMMUNITY SERVICE FOR CRIMINAL CHARGES??? Umm… I really feel like I am the only one who can confid..."
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    Ashot Manukyan

    Ashot Manukyan

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Employment and Labor
    Review: "The case I use to have back in 2012 was a car accident. The attorney I use to have at that time told me that he is not able to do much about my case and it will take a long time, but I was referred to Mr. Manukyan and he did his best for such a sh..."
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    Julius Menchavez Cruz

    Julius Menchavez Cruz

    4.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Mr Julius is exquisite kind or person .hes is willing to help the accuse and innocents from corruption or false arrest.julius is an honest man heck your case may sound a lil bent but its not his fault..."
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    Christopher Carl Chaney

    Christopher Carl Chaney

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 47 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Christopher has been my attorney and council for 10 years and has represented me in a number of cases relating to drug, DUI, and other criminal cases. The outcome of each has ruled in my favor. His advice is sound and his explanation of possible..."
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    Joseph Denis Cavanaugh

    Joseph Denis Cavanaugh

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "I have to say I was unsure about Joe at first being public defender. We all hear how public defenders have too many cases so there's no time for them to do a good job. with Joe I found this very UNTRUE he did a great job and made the time to care!..."
    Rating:  6.6
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    Victor Nasser

    Victor Nasser

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 6 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "I acquired Victor Nasser's services via CSUB's expungement clinic. Mr. Nasser worked with me through several issues, including last minute venue changes, ultimately helping me clear an unsightly blemish off my record. I cannot express this enough;..."
    Rating:  6.2
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    Steven Harold Fabian

    Steven Harold Fabian

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    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 49 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Bio: Steve Fabian has always worked hard to get excellent results for his clients. He will work hard for you to get the best possible outcome for your case. He has earned the Distingished Attorney, Very High in Legal Ability and Ethical Standards ratin...
    Rating:  8.0
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