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    Shumika Tyrelle Robinson Sookdeo

    Shumika Tyrelle Robinson Sookdeo

    5.014 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Bankruptcy & Debt, Divorce & Separation and more
    Bio: Ms. Sookdeo has always been passionate about law and the idea of helping others combat their legal issues. She is the Managing Attorney at Robinson Sookdeo Law, a general practice law office that handles various cases involving bankruptcy law, cri...
    Rating:  10
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    Deirdre Lynn O'Connor

    Deirdre Lynn O'Connor

    5.015 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 32 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Civil Rights, Appeals
    Bio: Deirdre O'Connor's practice is exclusively focused on representing the most vulnerable, the factually innocent. Deirdre is an experienced and successfully criminal defense trial lawyer and post-conviction attorney, who, since 2015, has used her tr...
    Rating:  9.8
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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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    Sukhraj Singh Pamma

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    Sukhraj Singh Pamma

    5.03 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence
    RESOURCEFUL CALIFORNIA CRIMINAL DEFENSE LAWYER FIGHTS TO PROTECT YOUR RIGHTS
    Rating:  7.3
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    Brian Paul Funk

    Brian Paul Funk

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 42 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury
    Review: "I was facing four federal charges, which could have culminated to, life in prison. Mr. Funk suggested we go to trial. It took six months but we won the trial, with a total acquittal, on all charges. I am now living free and I owe my freedom to him."
    Rating:  9.8
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    Steven R Mandell

    Steven R Mandell

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 53 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
    Bio: I have been defending people accused of crime since 1973. Starting out as a Los Angeles County Public Defender, I went into private practice in Santa Monica where I continue to practice today. I handle all types and sorts of criminal matters, from...
    Rating:  9.9
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    Jay Scott Finnecy

    Jay Scott Finnecy

    4.148 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 30 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Expungement
    Review: "Jay did his homework before we met. We sat down and he told me exactly what need to be done. He was very informative and knows the laws. I have recommend him in the past and will again in the future."
    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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    Jeffrey Scott Vallens

    Jeffrey Scott Vallens

    4.523 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 29 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Personal Injury
    Bio: Attorney Jeffrey S. Vallens has dealt with all kinds of criminal and DUI charges and he is prepared to stand by your side and fight for you today. He has more than 20 years of experience, and he wants to help you pursue a fresh start at life and g...
    Rating:  9.1
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    S. Jacob Babachanian

    S. Jacob Babachanian

    5.026 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 31 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Litigation, DUI & DWI and more
    Bio: Glendale attorney Sarkis Jacob Babachanian offers clients efficient, cost-effective legal solutions inside and outside of the courtroom. Over 26 years of law practice experience qualify Mr. Babachanian to professionally handle cases in these pract...
    Rating:  10
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    Stephen Bernard

    Stephen Bernard

    5.08 reviews Attention
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 52 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Litigation
    Bio: Stephen Bernard has been a litigator for over 43 years. A native of Los Angeles, Mr. Bernard joined his father's law firm in 1973. His father, Saul J. Bernard, also a native of Los Angeles, was a prominent family law attorney who started his own f...
    Rating:  9.4
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    Lisa Ann Kopelman

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    Lisa Ann Kopelman

    5.06 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 39 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence, Violent Crime and more
    Aggressive representation of clients charged with felonies and misdemeanors.
    Rating:  8.9
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    Mark William Fredrick

    Mark William Fredrick

    5.023 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 32 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Appeals
    Review: "Absolutely I would recommend this attorney any and every time. When you're going in and meeting with attorneys you don't know what to expect, unless you know an attorney. We did not know Mr. Frederick before this. He is who he says he is. Mark Fre..."
    Rating:  8.9
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    Denise Pereira

    Denise Pereira

    5.025 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Personal Injury and more
    Bio: Denise is an aggressive litigator who fights relentlessly for her clients. When you hire Pereira Law you get Denise, on your side and in your corner. With nearly 20 years of trial experience handling everything from simple battery to murder she fi...
    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:  7.8
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    Joseph William Bisbiglia

    Joseph William Bisbiglia

    5.08 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 23 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Violent Crime
    Bio: Are you searching for a criminal defense lawyer in Santa Rosa who can represent you? If so, it may be in your best interest to contact The Law Office of Joe Bisbiglia. Attorney Bisbiglia is a State Bar-Board Certified Criminal Law Specialist. He h...
    Rating:  9.3
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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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    Ray Dinari

    Ray Dinari

    5.09 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 31 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and more
    Bio: Mr. Dinari graduated in 1992 from Western State University, College of Law in Fullerton, California and immediatley passed the California State Bar Exam. Knowing that he wanted to assist people in need, Mr. Dinari began his practice assisting indi...
    Rating:  9.0
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    John David Lueck

    John David Lueck

    5.031 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 49 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Litigation, Divorce & Separation and more
    Bio: I have been practicing law in the inland empire since 1976. I represent people accused of crimes. I defend civil lawsuits, restraining orders, and family law.
    Rating:  8.7
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    Tanya Lee Weston

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    Tanya Lee Weston

    5.02 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
    Review: "An attorney who genuinely cares and will use every bit of ammo to support you and your case . She helped me more than I expected !!"
    Rating:  7.4
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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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