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    Paul Brandeis Meltzer

    Paul Brandeis Meltzer

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 48 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "I couldn't ask for more. I was facing an inordinately nasty charge for a relatively small misunderstanding at a very young, barely adult age. With a court appointed attorney, I would've received jail time, despite it being my first arrest. I aske..."
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    Michael Edmund Cardoza

    Michael Edmund Cardoza

    4.04 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 54 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Employment & Labor and more
    Review: "If you’re looking for integrity, professionalism, honesty, and expertise Michael Cardoza is your man. I hired him for a family member. Michael and his entire office are amazing. Despite his many years of practice, and accolades he is down to earth..."
    Rating:  10
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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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    Mark Daniel Melnick

    Mark Daniel Melnick

    5.015 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 47 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and more
    Bio: First of all, although his name is "Mark Daniel", Mr. Melnick is known to his friends as simply "Dan" (it's a long story). Dan Melnick was born in Santa Monica, California and he grew up in the San Fernando Valley. After high schoolhe got a job wo...
    Rating:  9.0
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    Niki Ghazian

    Niki Ghazian

    5.026 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Business
    Bio: Niki Ghazian is the founder and managing partner at Ghazian Law Group, located in Century City, California. Ms. Ghazian is a highly-regarded litigation attorney, who has spent the entirety of her career litigating major cases against corporations,...
    Rating:  9.1
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    Anthony John Kimbirk

    Anthony John Kimbirk

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 25 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Mr. Kimbirk skillfully and knowledgeably “defended the poor and the needy…and all went well. ” Charged falsely with several criminal felonies, our son was immediately jailed with an impossible, incredible $500,000.00 bail. He appeared doomed to su..."
    Rating:  7.9
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    Daniel Saul Rubin

    Daniel Saul Rubin

    4.49 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 11 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Litigation, Personal Injury
    Review: "My experience with Daniel Rubin was the complete opposite of what some reviews may suggest. Throughout my case, he consistently took the time to listen to my concerns, answer my questions, and ensure I understood every stage of the legal process. ..."
    Rating:  7.8
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    Shawn David Mowry

    Shawn David Mowry

    5.02 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Violent Crime and more
    Bio: Shawn Mowry and Hitasha are both accomplished attorneys with 18 years of combined experience representing clients in the Bay Area who are charged with crimes. Mowry Law Group is here to fight for you!​ Being charged with a crime can be an extremel...
    Rating:  9.4
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    Jessica Dumas

    Jessica Dumas

    5.06 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket
    Review: "Jessica represented me in a manner that was highly exceptional, she is truly a blessing to me and my family. She handled my situation swiftly, and knew exactly which actions to implement. I would definitely suggest everyone who reads this message ..."
    Rating:  7.3
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    Jeffrey Wayne Carver

    Jeffrey Wayne Carver

    5.05 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 49 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Military Law, Violent Crime and more
    Bio: I proudly served as a U.S. Navy Jag Officer, defending those charged with violations of the Uniform Code of Military Justice for over 24 years. I have successfully defended many members throughout the United States and the world. My practice is di...
    Rating:  8.8
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    Antionette Lias

    Antionette Lias

    5.041 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and more
    Bio: Attorney Antionette Lias has handled a wide range of criminal matters in Santa Clarita and the San Fernando Valley for over seven years. She has trained under some of the most experienced lawyers in the California Bar Association.Antionette is the...
    Rating:  8.4
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    Daniel Hong Deng

    4.25 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 28 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Juvenile and more
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    Rating:  8.9
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    Amie Hamilton Beighley

    Amie Hamilton Beighley

    5.05 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Bio: Amie H. Beighley began her career in criminal law when she interned and later volunteered as an attorney with the Sacramento Public Defender’s office. She then began working as a criminal defense attorney here in Sacramento. Amie, who is originall...
    Rating:  7.8
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    Eloy Ivan Trujillo

    Eloy Ivan Trujillo

    5.014 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 22 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
    Bio: Before entering private practice, Mr. Trujillo worked as a Deputy Public Defender, legal aid lawyer, and as a staff attorney with the statewide non-profit impact litigation firm, Prison Law Office . During his career, he has worked in a variety of...
    Rating:  10
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    Melissa Sheila Lubin

    Melissa Sheila Lubin

    5.010 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury
    Review: "I hired Melissa Lubin to represent me on two separate occasions. Once in 2009 then again in 2010. She represented me in a manner that I can only describe as astonishing. Knowing full well she had a very heavy case load she kept me informed and was..."
    Rating:  7.7
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    Hayes H. Gable

    Hayes H. Gable

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 51 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Federal Crime
    Review: "Mr. Gable was highly recommended by a friend who works in the legal system. Our 19 year old son was in a tragic car accident that left him with a severe 'Traumatic Brain Injury'. After trying to get through the court system ourselves and dealing w..."
    Rating:  8.2
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    Nicholas A Ynda

    Nicholas A Ynda

    5.05 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Violent Crime and more
    Bio: Nicholas Ynda has been a practicing criminal trial lawyer since 2010. He has developed a record of winning criminal defense trials and getting cases dismissed via pre-trial motion across the State of California, including Orange County (Newport Be...
    Rating:  7.9
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    Jeremy Dean Jass

    Jeremy Dean Jass

    3.73 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Civil Rights
    Review: "Jeremy has helped answer alot of questions I have had. I was involved in a SERIOUS criminal offense and was sentenced to minor jail time and 5 years of formal probation. I was referred to Jeremy by a Family friend. I am well pleased. Jeremy took t..."
    Rating:  10
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    Peter Matthew Depew

    Peter Matthew Depew

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    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Mediation, Expungement and more
    Bio: Peter Depew is a veteran of the United States Army, a graduate of Pepperdine University School of Law, and a former clerk to the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Rwanda. He is certified as a mediator by the Straus Institute. He is a member of...
    Rating:  6.9
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    Negeen Mirreghabie

    Negeen Mirreghabie

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Entertainment, Business and more
    Bio: Ms. Mirreghabie is a tenacious, diligent, and attentive California-admitted attorney equipped with a profound work ethic and sharp business acumen. Her zeal is best evidenced by her attaining, at the top of each of her classes and within a cumulat...
    Rating:  9.4
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    Tracy Mark Grayson

    Tracy Mark Grayson

    4.113 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 30 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Violent Crime
    Bio: In my spare time, I enjoy travel, snowboarding, basketball, tennis, music, comedy, blogging, reading, history, food, and consversational Spanish.
    Rating:  7.7
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