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Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 28 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

Review: "Jina Kim helped me with a plea deal when I was facing serious charges with hefty jail time. I ended up with probation instead of jail time. Although I could have decided to fight for it longer, it was ultimately my decision to take the plea deal a..."

Rating: 7.1

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 23 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Child Custody

Review: "I had Maggie as my defense attorney in 2006. I was being railroaded by people, who worked with my EX, I was beat up but put on trial! Because they and my EX were bad mouthing me harassing me, trying to make it my fault. I was told to take a plea, ..."

Rating: 7.0

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Criminal Defense Lawyers in California

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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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Litigation

Review: "I consulted with attorney Mike Guasco during a difficult situation involving a previous landlord, and I couldn’t be more impressed with his professionalism and dedication. From the start, Mike demonstrated exceptional responsiveness, clear communi..."

Rating: 6.6

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 9 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Sex Crime, Appeals and more

Bio: I practice criminal law almost exclusively, and truly love my job! I am a passionate advocate for my clients, and I believe that every person charged with a crime deserves to have an attorney that they can trust. I value integrity in my representa...

Rating: 8.6

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Immigration

Bio: With deep roots in the community, Attorney Anastacio De La Cruz is committed to helping individuals and families in the Indio and Palm Desert areas with their legal matters. Recognizing that the legal processes are often complex and people may not...

Rating: 6.9

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 47 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury

Review: "I will keep my case confidential but want to say how absolutely fabulous he was. He knows all the people and the in and outs of the legal system like nobody else. He is uber-capable, I was treated with respect by him & his staff, given the guidanc..."

Rating: 7.2

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 28 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Business and more

Bio: J.T. Fox, Esq., is a 22 year trial lawyer specializing in business, personal injury, hospitality, criminal defense and family law. J.T. continues to represent clients in all areas of law. J.T. has completed over 55 civil and criminal trials in his...

Rating: 8.3

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Review: "To keep a very long story short I was charged with murder, gang enhancements,and gun enhancements in March of 2014. I was sitting in county jail for about two in a half years before I was blessed with Sarah eisenhart and Alyssa Huff. Sarah made su..."

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Car Accidents, DUI & DWI and more

Review: "Ms. Fassazadeh represented me on a breach of contract/collection issue. She was very responsive and knowledgeable. She walked me through the entire case and explained every move in details. I never felt like I wasn’t being represented by a strange..."

Rating: 6.8

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Workers Compensation, Employment & Labor and more

Bio: Lori has diverse legal experience that allows her to effectively protect the interests of her clients. Lori's practice areas include workers' compensation, employment law, and criminal defense. She specializes in litigation and appellate work.

Rating: 8.5

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 49 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Litigation

Bio: Charles J. Smith has been one of the leading trial lawyers in the San Francisco Bay Area since the late 1970’s to present. Mr. Smith began his career with the San Mateo County District Attorney’s office in 1978. In 1980 he was elevated to the Majo...

Rating: 7.9

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 50 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Review: "Unbelievable Our son was going to go to state prison on drug sales. He worked out deal of century We are grateful He has great relationships with the courts and the detectives. "

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 37 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Divorce & Separation and more

Bio: Take Your Legal Issue One Step at a Time TALK TO A FAMILY OR DEFENSE ATTORNEY IN RIVERSIDE, CA 3 REASONS WHY YOU CAN TRUST ATTORNEY COOKSON WITH YOUR SITUATION Whether you're dealing with a drug charge or need to file for child support, or explore...

Rating: 7.0

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