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    Eric Russell Krebs

    Eric Russell Krebs

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 34 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, White Collar Crime, Appeals and more
    Review: "Mr. Krebs helped me through a very complex federal criminal case. He provided excellent advice and counsel, throughout. I'm so grateful I received his name from my civil attorney."
    Rating:  7.9
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    Paul Montini Dennison

    Paul Montini Dennison

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 28 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
    Review: "The best opposition to the education system was demonstrated by Paul Montini when he kicked Sr. Gabriel in the shins."
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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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    Camellia Lin Baray

    Camellia Lin Baray

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 30 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
    Review: "My case worked out exactly like she said it would. I got the result that I needed in order to keep my license"
    Rating:  8.6
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    Raymond Hoyt Allen

    Raymond Hoyt Allen

    3.45 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 25 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
    Bio: I defend clients in a wide range of criminal matters charged in San Luis Obispo. Since being admitted to the California Bar in 2000, I have represented clients at every stage of the criminal process, from investigation through jury trial, and have...
    Rating:  7.4
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    Steven Allan Whitworth

    Steven Allan Whitworth

    4.381 reviews Attention
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence, Sex Crime and more
    Bio: District Attorneys are in the business of prosecution. Because of this, you should hire an attorney who has always been in the business of defending individual's rightsunder Constitution of the United States. One of my personal goals as your attor...
    Rating:  5.6
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    Linda Lee Kachel

    Linda Lee Kachel

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    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 37 years
    Practice Areas: Banking, Criminal Defense, White Collar Crime and more
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    Nashaun Lamar Neal

    Nashaun Lamar Neal

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    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
    Rating:  8.5
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    Natalie Eden Rachel Lahiji

    Natalie Eden Rachel Lahiji

    4.52 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
    Review: "Handled my case professionally from start to finish, got me a result that I thought would not be possible. Really saved my life and I could not thank her enough. THANK YOU SO MUCH. GH from North Hollywood"
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    Aronda Anne Hurst

    Aronda Anne Hurst

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 32 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
    Review: "Excellent public defender. Went above and beyond to help me with my case. Continued to offer legal advice and help to me even after my case was concluded. Would recommend her to anyone."
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    Pamela J Ortiz

    Pamela J Ortiz

    5.02 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 34 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Sex Crime and more
    Bio: As a Bay Area native, Pamela is committed to fighting for her clients. She has been in private practice specializing in criminal defense exclusively since 2002. She handles all types of felonies and misdemeanors in Alameda and Contra Costa Countie...
    Rating:  7.4
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    Evan Christopher Vargas

    Evan Christopher Vargas

    4.312 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 22 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
    Bio: Evan Christopher Vargas is a Southern California native specializing in all aspects of criminal defense. He earned his Juris Doctorate from the University of West Los Angeles in 2003 and was admitted to the California Bar in 2004. Evan has extensi...
    Rating:  6.5
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    Torrence Lee Howell

    Torrence Lee Howell

    4.69 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 30 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Business
    Bio: Torrence L. Howell has been in private practice for 20 years, focusing on Family Law and Business Law matters. Howell has an undergraduate degree in Accounting and MBA. Torrence L. Howell practices in the Courts for the counties of San Bernardino,...
    Rating:  7.3
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    Sean Alan Davitt

    Sean Alan Davitt

    5.04 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 36 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Juvenile and more
    Review: "I was facing 16 months in prison for a SERIOUS drug charge, DUI, and child endangerment. Sean was able to get me a 120 day jail sentence which I was able to serve on home detention. Four years probation, 16 weeks of DUI classes, 52 weeks of child ..."
    Rating:  8.3
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    Celine Imelda Samaniego

    Celine Imelda Samaniego

    4.515 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
    Review: "I have prison priors in my background and I got busted again for theft. The first offer was state prison. I had my family call attorney Samaniego and she got me a misdemeanor and 10 days of work release!!! I got out that day!"
    Rating:  8.2
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    William Lewis Wolfe

    William Lewis Wolfe

    4.617 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 33 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Violent Crime and more
    Bio: Vista criminal defense Attorney William L. Wolfe began his career as a police officer and homicide detective, where he spent ten and a half years, before moving on to become a deputy district attorney in San Diego. He has spent the last 18 years a...
    Rating:  10
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    Jonathan Terrence Pickett

    Jonathan Terrence Pickett

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
    Review: "My case was back dated almost 2 years, which got very frustrating for me. There were many continuances, due to covid, and some I think were strategic. He charges a very fair rate (for misdemeanor crimes at least). In my opinion he is a very good l..."
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    Harry Sandel Stern

    Harry Sandel Stern

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 31 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Litigation, State, Local And Municipal Law and more
    Bio: Harry S. Stern is the firm’s managing principal. His practice is focused on civil litigation and criminal defense. Harry has successfully defended peace officers in a number of high-profile trials. Harry represented college and professional athlet...
    Rating:  9.5
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    Laura S Stone

    Laura S Stone

    5.05 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 37 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Car Accidents and more
    Review: "I met Laura in 2004 after an unfortunate incident which lets just say occurred as a result of "running with the wrong crowd." I had never been in any trouble with the law before and was completely freaked out and ignorant to the legal system. Laur..."
    Rating:  8.3
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    David Joel Follin

    David Joel Follin

    5.02 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 52 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Bankruptcy & Debt and more
    Review: "A very well respected members of the judiciary. He's been an excellent attorney with vast experienced in Criminal Law, Bankruptcy, DUI and other aspects of the law. I definitely recommend him to anyone. He's been our family lawyer since 1983 and s..."
    Rating:  6.8
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    Ali Jahangir Javaheri

    Ali Jahangir Javaheri

    3.76 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, DUI & DWI and more
    Bio: Mr. Javaheri obtained his bachelor’s degree in political science from San Francisco State University and his Juris Doctorate from Golden Gate University of Law. He is a licensed real estate broker and has handled many real estate transactions.
    Rating:  7.1
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