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There are 9,227 Criminal Defense lawyers in California. To help you make the best choice, Avvo has curated various information about each attorney, including education, work experience, and languages spoken. Combine this with 45565+ real reviews from registered users to determine the best attorney fit for your needs."

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  • Michael Laurence Fell

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    California Criminal defense Attorney
    5.0 stars 148 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 10  
    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
    Former Senior Dep. District Attorney of Orange County Now Voted a Top OC Defense Lawyer

    Practice area
    50% Criminal defense, 40% DUI and DWI, 10% Juvenile law

    Cost
    Free Consultation
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    60 minutes

    License
    CA, Active since 1989

  • Jonathan Kouroush Reza

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    California Criminal defense Attorney
    5.0 stars 107 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 10  
    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
    Serious Cases Need a Serious Attorney

    Practice area
    100% Criminal defense

    Cost
    Free Consultation
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    30 minutes

    License
    CA, Active since 2015

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  • Lindsey Bronwyn Mercer

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    California Criminal defense Attorney
    5.0 stars 127 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 10  
    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
    Regarded as one of the most respected and successful criminal defense attorneys in San Diego.

    Practice area
    50% Criminal defense, 25% DUI and DWI, 25% Federal crime

    Cost
    Free Consultation
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    30 minutes

    License
    CA, Active since 2006

  • Benjamin Alika Okin

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    California Criminal defense Attorney
    5.0 stars 70 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 10  
    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
    Humboldt County’s Premier Criminal Defense Firm. Call (707) 502-3825

    Practice area
    50% Criminal defense, 30% DUI and DWI, 20% Violent crime

    Cost
    Free Consultation
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    60 minutes

    License
    CA, Active since 1999

  • Eric Andrew Jones

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    California Criminal defense Attorney
    5.0 stars 75 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 10  
    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
    The Wallin & Klarich Firm has over 40 years of experience helping clients in their time of legal need.

    Practice area
    40% Criminal defense, 20% Sex crime, 20% Juvenile law, and more.

    Cost
    Free Consultation
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    30 minutes

    License
    CA, Active since 2010

  • Michael Aaron Goldstein

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    California Criminal defense Attorney
    5.0 stars 90 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 10  
    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
    TOP-RATED LOS ANGELES AND HOLLYWOOD CRIMINAL, DUI AND FEDERAL CRIME LAWYER. 22 YEARS EXPERIENCE.

    Practice area
    60% Criminal defense, 10% Domestic violence, 10% DUI and DWI, and more.

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    Free Consultation
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    30 minutes

    License
    CA, Active since 1996

  • Sally Vecchiarelli

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    California Criminal defense Attorney
    5.0 stars 56 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 10  
    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
    Arrested in Cali, Call Sally!

    Practice area
    60% Criminal defense, 20% Juvenile law, 10% Domestic violence, and more.

    Cost
    Free Consultation
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    30 minutes

    License
    CA, Active since 2015

  • Ambrosio Eduardo Rodriguez

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    California Criminal defense Attorney
    5.0 stars 58 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 10  
    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
    If you have been charged with a crime, hire a former prosecutor to protect your freedom.

    Practice area
    55% Criminal defense, 25% Sex crime, 15% Domestic violence, and more.

    Cost
    Free Consultation
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    60 minutes

    License
    CA, Active since 1999

  • William Asher Morehead

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    California Criminal defense Attorney
    5.0 stars 54 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 10  
    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
    Board-Certified Criminal Law Specialist, Harvard Law Graduate -- get expertise and experience on your side

    Practice area
    40% Criminal defense, 20% Violent crime, 20% Sex crime, and more.

    Cost
    Free Consultation
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    30 minutes

    License
    CA, Active since 2004

  • Amber Regina Bellante

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    California Criminal defense Attorney
    5.0 stars 57 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 10  
    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
    Choose an experienced and aggressive lawyer who cares about what happens to you. Mention Avvo for your free consultation. Call (916) 282-2573

    Practice area
    50% Criminal defense, 10% DUI and DWI, 5% Domestic violence, and more.

    Cost
    Free Consultation
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    30 minutes

    License
    CA, Active since 2002

  • Peter Francis Iocona

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    California Criminal defense Attorney
    5.0 stars 51 reviews
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    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
    Peter F. Iocona is a Criminal Defense Attorney who practices in both the State and Federal Courts of Southern California.

    Practice area
    50% Criminal defense, 50% DUI and DWI

    Cost
    Free Consultation
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    60 minutes

    License
    CA, Active since 2006

  • Jordan Cunningham

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    California Criminal defense Attorney
    5.0 stars 42 reviews
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    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
    Jordan has successfully tried dozens of criminal cases before juries and judges. His experience as a former prosecutor gives him a unique perspective from both the prosecution and defense standpoints. Call us today at (805) 706-8917 for a free con...

    Practice area
    50% Criminal defense, 50% DUI and DWI

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    Free Consultation
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    30 minutes

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    CA, Active since 2004

  • Gregory David Brenner

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    California Criminal defense Attorney
    5.0 stars 26 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 10  
    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
    Law Offices of Gregory D. Brenner "It's what you know and who you know" All consultations are free

    Practice area
    40% Criminal defense, 30% DUI and DWI, 30% Juvenile law

    Cost
    Free Consultation
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    60 minutes

    License
    CA, Active since 1994

  • Steven Kelly Bloom

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    California Criminal defense Attorney
    5.0 stars 27 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 10  
    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
    I am a National Award Winning Defense Attorney that can help navigate you though the legal maze you are in.   At the Law Offices of Steven K. Bloom, we know that if you are searching for an experienced attorney for assistance, you are probably goi...
  • Nabiel C. Ahmed

    California Criminal defense Attorney
    4.5 stars 39 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 10  
    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
    Giving Your Case the Attention It Deserves If you have been charged with a crime, a passionate and energetic lawyer can make a huge difference. Criminal charges come with serious consequences, so it is important to hire someone who will take the t...

    Practice area
    70% Criminal defense, 30% DUI and DWI

    Cost
    Free Consultation
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    30 minutes

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    CA, Active since 2006

  • Tai Christopher Bogan

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    California Criminal defense Attorney
    5.0 stars 22 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 10  
    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
    Aggressive & Experienced Local Attorney. Never A Prosecutor. Always Fighting For The Accused.

    Practice area
    50% Criminal defense, 20% DUI and DWI, 15% Personal injury, and more.

    Cost
    Hourly Rates, $350-$480/hourContingency A contingency fee is the percent of the final award a lawyer will receive as compensation. For some of these cases, lawyers will only be paid if there is a successful outcome. 25%-40%Retainer Some attorneys require an upfront payment to secure their services before they begin their work Sometimes

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    CA, Active since 2006

  • David Evan Wohl

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    California Criminal defense Attorney
    5.0 stars 21 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 10  
    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
    I've been getting huge, positive results for clients charged with criminal offenses for more than three decades. We specialize in defending clients who are the victims of government overreach.
  • Eve Maestre

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    California Criminal defense Attorney
    5.0 stars 29 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 10  
    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
    Compassionate advocacy with exceptional results. Rated in Top 2.5% of all Criminal Lawyers in San Diego. Avvo's 2023 Client's Choice award.

    Practice area
    70% Criminal defense, 30% DUI and DWI

    Cost
    Free Consultation
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    30 minutes

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    CA, Active since 2018

  • Juliet Elaine Peck

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    California Criminal defense Attorney
    5.0 stars 29 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 10  
    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
    Aggressive | Experienced | Effective
  • Anna Reese Yum

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    California Criminal defense Attorney
    5.0 stars 126 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 10  
    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
    Top-rated award-winning trial attorney. Former prosecutor. Aggressive. Results. Call 619-737-2347.

    Practice area
    30% Criminal defense, 25% DUI and DWI, 15% Sexual harassment, and more.

    Cost
    Free Consultation
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    45 minutes

    License
    CA, Active since 2005

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