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    California Has 9002 Criminal Defense Attorneys with 50368 Reviews

    Gregg Steven Cohen

    Gregg Steven Cohen

    5.03 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 35 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Violent Crime and more
    Bio: Mr. Cohen has nearly 30 years of extensive criminal trial expertise. Gregg Cohen’s longstanding commitment to criminal law is focused on aggressively advocating on a wide variety of complex felony and misdemeanor cases, spanning from state and fed...
    Rating:  7.1
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    Bruce Loren Karey

    Bruce Loren Karey

    5.03 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 40 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "My family hired Mr. Karey to represent a family member. My brother is a licensed Real Estate Broker. My brother was allowing our cousin to rent one of the condo residential properties he owned. Our cousin was on federal drug and gun smuggling p..."
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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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    Robert S Gerstein

    Robert S Gerstein

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    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 61 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Appeals, Litigation and more
    Rating:  10
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    Angela Marie S Machala

    Angela Marie S Machala

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    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 23 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Litigation
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    Michael Hunt Keeley

    Michael Hunt Keeley

    5.02 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 30 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "There really are not enough words to express the level of gratitude I currently feel, nor can words speak to the sense of relief that came over me as Mr. Keeley moved on my son’s behalf. I have not been able to sleep at night considering the defen..."
    Rating:  6.7
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    Christopher Allan Reed

    Christopher Allan Reed

    5.061 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Immigration
    Review: "The process to become a permanent resident was smooth, informative, and quick. I appreciated Mr. Reed’s — as well as his team’s professional service and expertise."
    Rating:  7.7
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    Arvin Kumar Sachdeva

    Arvin Kumar Sachdeva

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 26 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "I have an extensive criminal record and have been represented to by everyone from the best money can buy/trial attorneys you read about in the newspapers to the worst of the court appointeds and Arvin is an absolutely magician. He did for me what ..."
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    Robert M Ross

    Robert M Ross

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 52 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Civil Rights, Litigation
    Bio: At Klass Helman & Ross, we stand up for your rights. If you have been charged with a crime, were the victim of police abuse, or were injured in an accident, you have rights. We will help you enforce them. Located in Encino, California, Klass Helma...
    Rating:  7.4
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    Jennifer Lorene Nicolalde

    Jennifer Lorene Nicolalde

    5.03 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 22 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Jennifer did a wonderful job. I always felt like she was fighting for me.I'm overall very satisfied with her performance and would like to thank her for her help."
    Rating:  7.0
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    Diana Pugh Lytel

    Diana Pugh Lytel

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    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Ethics & Professional Responsibility, DUI & DWI and more
    Bio: Diana Lytel has been recognized for her legal excellence by Super Lawyers® for nine consecutive years along with a Martindale-Hubbell AV® Rating, holding the highest "Preeminent 5.0/5.0" in her profession. As a seasoned attorney with considerable ...
    Rating:  10
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    Mark Edward Powers

    Mark Edward Powers

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    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 38 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Bio: I graduated with Distinction from the University of the Pacific's McGeorge School of Law. During my studies, I held membership in the Traynor Honor Society and received instruction in constitutional law from United States Supreme Court Justice Ant...
    Rating:  6.8
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    Negar Mohajer

    Negar Mohajer

    5.02 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 11 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Immigration
    Review: "So grateful to have found Negar Mohajer! Her professionalism and understanding was beyond what I could ever hope for. Negar first assisted me with a personal expungement, however that branched to several other business related disputes that she to..."
    Rating:  7.0
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    Constantin Zhukovsky

    Constantin Zhukovsky

    5.040 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 26 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Immigration
    Review: "Constantine is an amazing family lawyer who worked with me for several years protecting children’s interests. He is experienced, knowledgeable, diligent, ethical, and straightforward. I could not recommend a better lawyer."
    Rating:  7.0
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    Lee Joseph Stonum

    Lee Joseph Stonum

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Mr.Stonum handled a couple of cases that I had. Although we did not complete my cases with him he was very helpful and informative. He handled all aspects professionally and seemed truly concerned with my cases."
    Rating:  7.3
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    Craig Allan Leri

    Craig Allan Leri

    5.04 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 50 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family
    Review: "If you want a LAWYER who has your back, then CRAIG LERI is your lawyer. He is truly dedicated to his clients and is always looking out for the best interest for them. I was in a no-win situation when I first walked in through his door. I knew with..."
    Rating:  7.0
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    Maziar Razi

    Maziar Razi

    5.03 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 27 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Immigration
    Bio: As the founder of a small boutique firm my team and I handle a broad range of immigration matters. I have over 15 years of immgiration law experience and have personally handled difficult cases. My passion and success comes from my true interest a...
    Rating:  8.0
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    Miiko L. Anderson

    Miiko L. Anderson

    5.03 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "In 2024 my sister was shot at my son high school graduation. The school district was clearly at fault because there was no security. When we decided to sue no law firm would take our case because they were afraid to do battle with the Government. ..."
    Rating:  6.5
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    Kevin Stanley Avery

    Kevin Stanley Avery

    5.02 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 48 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "With his style, grace and knowledge of the law, he would be the only Lawyer I would use. I have had to use a lawyer twice in the past 5 years. On both occasions he was upfront with me, explained everything, best case and worst case scenario, was v..."
    Rating:  6.7
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    George Gary Besnilian

    George Gary Besnilian

    4.69 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 30 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "George worked on my case for 13 months and helped me out in ways extending out of the courtroom! He was there for my family as well and had our best interest in mind. George was the reason why I am here today!"
    Rating:  7.0
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    Scott Damian Baly

    Scott Damian Baly

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 28 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "I'm glad my son was able to work with Scott. He was there from start to finish. My sons were charged with and went to trial on double murder charges. The case was pretty huge in Fresno, and it seemed as if the odds were stacked against us for many..."
    Rating:  7.3
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