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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Appeals and more

Bio: After enlisting in the Marine Corps, Mr. Terry went back to school and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Business Finance from California State University, Chico in 2003. He obtained his Juris Doctor from Thomas Jefferson School of Law in Ma...

Rating: 9.3

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 23 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Civil Rights

Bio: Dedicated Attorney, Former Prosecutor I have a diverse background in various areas of law that give me a broad, thorough legal base to provide quality services to my clients. I am aggressive but polite, and firm but compassionate. Criminally, I pr...

Rating: 10

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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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Criminal Defense

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 9 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Appeals, DUI & DWI

Bio: Boris Bindman began his career in criminal defense at the Solano County Public Defender's Office after graduating with honors from Washington and Lee School of Law and UCLA. Mr. Bindman sharpened his skills through exposure to a vast and varied ca...

Rating: 8.8

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 40 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Review: "Joe is a pit bull in court. He's the best One of a kind. If there any chance of winning your case Joe will find it and win. He's also honest and trust worthy. Great person , teacher and attorney. Don't find to many like Joe! Highly Recommend Him"

Rating: 7.3

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

Bio: Emilya (Emily) Shaaya is a criminal defense trial attorney based in Century City, CA. A graduate of Loyola Law School, Los Angeles and former prosecutor and public defender, she represents adult and juvenile clients all over Los Angeles with cases...

Rating: 9.5

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 47 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Review: "My brother is in a hospice prison and he was given limited time to live from very advance terminal cancer. After several attempts of compassionate release being denied and being 8hours always from family it was very hard to see my brother as he is..."

Rating: 8.8

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 8 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Violent Crime, DUI & DWI and more

Bio: Edward Damas (Eddie Damas) is a winning trial attorney who specializes in domestic violence, drugs, and DUI cases. Being born, raised, and educated in Los Angeles, Mr. Damas has the right set of skills that it takes to get amazing results for his ...

Rating: 9.1

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 42 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Litigation

Review: "Mark is a wonderful lawyer and a person. When I called him first time I was emotionally broken. He gave me hope. He took the time from his familt on Sunday to see me so that I will not have to take time off from wwork. He did his job perfect witho..."

Rating: 10

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Juvenile

Review: "I cannot thank enough Atty. Ross for his legal sevice. He was very compassionate with my case because it was my first time to be in such situation and I was so scared. I cannot imagine going through this without a brilliant lawyer like him. He com..."

Rating: 9.5

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence, DUI & DWI and more

Bio: Sam Tyre is an experienced trial attorney practicing all areas of criminal law. He has represented clients charged with a great variety of crimes, including DUIs, domestic violence, drug sales, gang-related crimes, large scale thefts and embezzlem...

Rating: 9.3

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Juvenile, Expungement

Bio: Rana has worked throughout California representing clients in their criminal cases for the past several years. As a former public defender and a dedicated courtroom advocate Rana consistently provides his clients with the representation they need ...

Rating: 9.1

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 32 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Bio: I am a criminal defense attorney with a positive approach to solving my clients problems. 22 yrs experience. I can help you. I am an experienced criminal defense attorney. I am a former prosecuting attorney. I will compassionately, professionally,...

Rating: 8.1

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Bio: Mr. Moffatt will ensure that your rights and interests are protected at all stages of the criminal process. As a former prosecutor and public defender, Mr. Moffatt brings a wealth of knowledge and perspective in defending criminal matters. Mr. Mof...

Rating: 9.3

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 31 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

Bio: 30+ Years Practicing Law - I'll give you my opinion if you ask.

Rating: 10

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence

Bio: When you're facing prison time, you need a great, experienced lawyer you can trust. My law firm defends people who have been charged with crimes ranging from petty theft and drug crimes, to murder. I passionately fight for my clients rights everyd...

Rating: 9.2

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 11 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Expungement and more

Bio: Attorney Troy D. Holan focuses on aggressive representation with a strong emphasis on client goals and satisfaction. If you have been accused of a crime, contact now for a free, no pressure case evaluation. Troy is a sole practitioner who has work...

Rating: 9.4

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 31 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury

Review: "Armando and his team were great. Armando helped me understand eveything step by step going through my case he wanted the best for me and we got the best result, I will recommend him to any person that is looking for a great lawyer, he does everyth..."

Rating: 9.2

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 28 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Licensing

Bio: We provide uparalled criminal defense representation in California State Courts as well Federal Courts throughout the United States. With over 20 years of trial experience, an investigative team of retired law enforcement personnel with a combined...

Rating: 10

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Expungement

Bio: David Huffman is a California native, and he is licensed to practice law as a member of The State Bar of California (license #241751). He attended UCLA for his undergraduate studies in Political Science, graduating in 2002 with Magna Cum Laude hon...

Rating: 8.4

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 25 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Bio: For more than 25 years, I’ve dedicated my career to defending good people caught in bad situations. From DUIs and traffic offenses to serious felony charges, I know how overwhelming the criminal justice system can feel when it seems like the odds ...

Rating: 9.3

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