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    Patrick Denis Jensen

    Patrick Denis Jensen

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Mr. Jensen is an excellent lawyer. He stands up for what is right - even if it means questioning /debating with police officers and even the judge. He is passionate to not only his clients but the concerned loved ones of the client. He is dedicate..."
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    Edward James Garey

    Edward James Garey

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket
    Review: "I called the offices of Jason Beahm due to the outstanding reviews he got and end up working with Ted Garey. Ted did a great job on my case getting my speeding ticket dismissed."
    Rating:  9.0
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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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    Brooks Gregory Parfitt

    Brooks Gregory Parfitt

    4.85 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "A situation arose where someone close took advantage of trust and caused serious financial and personal harm through deception and impersonation. It was frightening, and there was a real sense of not knowing what to do next. Brooks Parfitt came in..."
    Rating:  6.6
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    Michael Vincent Severo

    Michael Vincent Severo

    3.73 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 49 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Federal Crime
    Bio: For 44 years, I have had the privilege of representing good people accused of terrible crimes. I view my client, not just as another case, but as an individual who "wants to be home for dinner;" a father, a mother, a son or daughter, a brother or ...
    Rating:  7.6
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    Arthur John Lacilento

    Arthur John Lacilento

    4.449 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 32 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Juvenile, Family
    Review: "Arthur LaCilento represented me in multiple family law and custody matters and provided outstanding legal representation. From our first consultation, it was clear that they were highly knowledgeable and well-prepared. They explained the law clear..."
    Rating:  7.2
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    David Alexander Ventura

    David Alexander Ventura

    5.02 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 10 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Bio: David A. Ventura is an Associate Attorney at The Law Offices of Bryan R. Kazarian and specializes in criminal law. Mr. Ventura predominantly practices in Orange, Los Angeles, Riverside, San Bernardino, and San Diego Counties. He obtained his under...
    Rating:  7.1
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    Carmen Ella Butler

    Carmen Ella Butler

    5.02 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 33 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "i landed in jail and it seem as tho the case i was there on wasnt going to be resolved as quickly as it should. I ended up having 3 attorney before C. Butler received my case and even tho it still took a few more months Ms. Butler made those month..."
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    James Stillman Clark

    James Stillman Clark

    5.02 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 46 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Mr. Clark has shown the up-most professionalism during his time working with us. With his mixture of personality and attention to detail he has given us the confidence and comfort to move forward under the most difficult of circumstances. This fam..."
    Rating:  6.6
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    Amanda Kathleen Moran

    Amanda Kathleen Moran

    5.010 reviews
    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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    Jennifer Ann Bender

    Jennifer Ann Bender

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Jennifer Bender is one of the finest people I know. She is smart, caring and an exceptionally gifted attorney. If you are lucky enough to be appointed her on your case then you could ask for non better. Organized, intelligent, likable and talent. ..."
    Rating:  6.7
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    Simone L Spector

    Simone L Spector

    4.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, General Practice
    Review: "After being accused of being under the influence by this highly aggressive Super cop because I happen to have been at the wrong place due to dropping off a female friend who called me for a ride. So this guy who made hits report and charges based ..."
    Rating:  7.6
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    Richard Talmadge McGuire

    Richard Talmadge McGuire

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 32 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and more
    Bio: Hi, I’m Attorney Richard McGuire and I’ve been winning DUI Cases and Criminal Charge Cases for my clients for over 20 years. I have years of expert legal knowledge and courtroom experience for all adult criminal and juvenile legal proceedings. So,...
    Rating:  7.5
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    Halorin L. Thurman

    Halorin L. Thurman

    5.04 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Appeals
    Bio: My primary areas of practice are family law, criminal defense and criminal appeals. I have bar admissions to the State Bar of California, the Federal Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit, the Central District of California, the Eastern District ...
    Rating:  7.1
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    Paula Jovita Solorio

    Paula Jovita Solorio

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    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 35 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Immigration
    Rating:  10
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    Antonio Jose Bestard

    Antonio Jose Bestard

    5.02 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 46 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Bio: I am one of 3 Certified Specialist in Criminal Law, State Bar of California, Board of Legal Specialization in the Pomona Valley. The combined educational and trial experience is an asset to you to resolve a criminal complaint that has been filed a...
    Rating:  7.1
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    Lavonna Gail Hayashi

    Lavonna Gail Hayashi

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 39 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Bio: I love what I do and I am very service oriented. I primarily practice in San Bernardino County and I am known for making special appearances for other lawyers. I have handled over 50,000 appearances in the last 20 years. But, not everyone knows th...
    Rating:  7.1
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    Shannon Victoria Baker

    Shannon Victoria Baker

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 25 years
    Practice Areas:  Administrative Law, Criminal Defense
    Review: "I had the distinct pleasure of working with Shannon Baker as my legal representative in my case against the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing. From the very beginning, Shannon presented herself as a compassionate and diligent professi..."
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    Scott Arthur Simmons

    Scott Arthur Simmons

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 36 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Bio: With 30 years of experience in the Orange County District Attorney’s Office, I have tried some of the most notorious cases in the state from sexual assaults, gang crimes, and homicides covered by international press from The OC Register, LA Times,...
    Rating:  6.7
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    Walter Franklin Wiggins Jr

    Walter Franklin Wiggins Jr

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 37 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, International Law
    Review: "Mr. Wiggins represented me against criminal charges where I was looking at serious nail time. His attention to my case led to the DA reducing the charges twice and settling for probation. I would strongly recommend him to any defendant. "
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    Steven Donald Rice

    Steven Donald Rice

    5.03 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 23 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "We had to hire him for a difficult eviction. Steven did a great job of explaining the process, filing the paperwork on time. When a deadline hit, he was filing the next action the following morning. Thank you for your help!!"
    Rating:  6.9
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