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    James Rankin Gass

    James Rankin Gass

    4.743 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 35 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Federal Crime and more
    Bio: James R. Gass, Attorney At Law seeks to provide excellent, personalized service to those facing criminal investigation and prosecution throughout Southern California. In the last 25 years, Mr. Gass has won more felony jury trials than any other at...
    Rating:  8.8
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    Gerardo Vicuna

    Gerardo Vicuna

    5.020 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Immigration
    Review: "Muy satisfecho y agradecido con Gerardo y Kimberly. Siempre me mantuvieron informado de cada paso que dieron para solucionar mi problema. Contestaron todas mis preguntas Rápido y claro, muy respetuoso y profesionales, sin duda alguna los recomiend..."
    Rating:  9.3
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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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    Denise Francesca Crawford

    Denise Francesca Crawford

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 23 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Juvenile, White Collar Crime
    Review: "I would definitely recommend this lawyer, she is an absolute amazing lawyer. Denise not only helped me through the due process, but worked through it in a high professional manner. This is truely one of the best lawyers in Orange County in my opin..."
    Rating:  10
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    Andrew Marc Stein

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    Andrew Marc Stein

    4.419 reviews
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    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 47 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Federal Crime and more
    Review: "One of the most honest lawyers I’ve talked to so far. I’ve talked to so many about getting my friend resentenced after serving 27 years on a LWOP. I think Mr. Stein could be the guy to bring him home!"
    Rating:  9.0
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    Dain Patrick Weiner

    Dain Patrick Weiner

    5.05 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 33 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
    Bio: With over 25 years of experience in the courtroom, Dain understands the criminal justice system and how to best serve his clients who are facing criminal charges. After graduating in 1992 from UC Davis School of Law, Dain hit the ground running be...
    Rating:  7.1
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    Benjamin Irwin Schiff

    Benjamin Irwin Schiff

    5.010 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 40 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence, Sex Crime and more
    Bio: Prior to entering private practice Ben Schiff was a deputy public defender in Riverside County for 11 years where he worked his way up to trial attorney for some of the most serious and difficult cases: Violent felonies including murders, attempte...
    Rating:  8.9
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    Andrew David Cherkasky

    Andrew David Cherkasky

    4.917 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Military Law, Violent Crime and more
    Bio: Andrew Cherkasky is recognized as one of the most elite trial lawyers in America and amongst the nation’s best criminal defense attorneys. Andrew is regularly recognized for his expertise by national news outlets, to include: Fox News, CNN, The Ne...
    Rating:  9.1
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    Roseline D. Feral

    Roseline D. Feral

    4.834 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 39 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Divorce & Separation and more
    Bio: Roseline D. Feral is a knowledgeable San Diego criminal defense lawyer who has been serving Southern California residents for over 30 years. She also provides representation in the areas of family law and restraining orders. Attorney Feral is know...
    Rating:  10
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    John Timothy Philipsborn

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    John Timothy Philipsborn

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    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 47 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Civil Rights
    Rating:  9.8
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    Douglas Clayton Foster

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    Douglas Clayton Foster

    5.07 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 26 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Juvenile, Personal Injury
    Have you or a loved one been charged with a crime? Douglas Foster will give you the help you need!
    Rating:  7.5
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    Kara Beth Stein-Conaway

    Kara Beth Stein-Conaway

    5.048 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and more
    Bio: I am a criminal defense attorney and my practice focuses exclusively on criminal defense representation. With deep knowledge of local criminal law practices in San Luis Obispo County and Santa Maria, I offer strategic advantages that can make the ...
    Rating:  10
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    Ian Morse

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    Ian Morse

    5.017 reviews
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    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 26 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and more
    Unparalleled Representation from Former Prosecutors - We Offer Free Consultations!
    Rating:  7.7
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    David Richard Silldorf

    David Richard Silldorf

    5.037 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, Domestic Violence and more
    Bio: Mr. Silldorf focuses his practice in the areas of both federal and state criminal defense. He has successfully defended serious federal cases throughout the country including California, South Carolina, Wyoming, and North Dakota, to name a few. Mr...
    Rating:  10
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    Glen Todd Jonas

    Glen Todd Jonas

    5.06 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 32 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Civil Rights, Federal Crime and more
    Bio: My approach to criminal defense: I defend every client the way I would want to be defended if I found myself charged with crime. I fight with everything I have and put myself at risk if necessary to protect my client. Often times at trial...a judg...
    Rating:  10
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    Adam B. Edel

    Adam B. Edel

    4.932 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 10 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Violent Crime and more
    Bio: Adam Edel is an aggressive, compassionate, and professional attorney. He has successfully handled thousands of criminal matters ranging from DUI's to violent felonies. Mr. Edel treats all of his cases with unparalleled attention and diligence. He ...
    Rating:  9.7
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    Miguel Alexandre Valente

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    Miguel Alexandre Valente

    4.07 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Bankruptcy & Debt
    Bio: Born in Montreal, Canada,Miguelgrew up enamoured with the American legal system, and the fact that everybody has legal rights that have to be protected by somebody.Miguel received his undergraduate degree in Economics from Arizona State University...
    Rating:  8.3
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    Eugene Gerald Iredale

    Eugene Gerald Iredale

    5.03 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 49 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Civil Rights, Litigation and more
    Review: "If you have the money to hire Eugene, I suggest you do. He won't take many cases so if you are lucky to be a friend of his, hire him. The only lawyer I know that wants to actually win for you, just not take your money. Great person to know and I w..."
    Rating:  10
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    Moises Aguilar

    Moises Aguilar

    4.938 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Bio: When people learn that I am a criminal defense attorney, the question that I usually get is: "How can you defend criminals?" My answer to this question has evolved over time. At first, it used to irritate me. With time, I realized that the problem...
    Rating:  8.6
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    David Gregory Hollenberg

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    David Gregory Hollenberg

    5.03 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Elder Law and more
    Bio: Dave Hollenberg is an experienced criminal defense attorney at the Matian Firm. His background as a prosecutor gives him special insight and experience in criminal law, and helps him obtain excellent results for his clients. Dave learned his trial...
    Rating:  9.0
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    Steven Andrew Brody

    Steven Andrew Brody

    4.712 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, Appeals
    Bio: Steven A. Brody is a graduate of Stanford Law School. He is a criminal defense attorney with state and federal experience, including multiple federal felony trials (jury and bench), state trials, and state and federal appeals of criminal cases, in...
    Rating:  9.3
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