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    Joseph Biko Doherty

    Joseph Biko Doherty

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 9 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
    Review: "I had a rediculas charge brought upon me, that was "Harassment", in that I had called my ex girlfriends Father and inquired about a rumor in town that she had children of mine, from our relationship about 4 years prior. It was a single phone call,..."
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    Jesse Dameron Terrell

    Jesse Dameron Terrell

    5.05 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Workers Compensation, Personal Injury
    Bio: A former city prosecutor himself, Mr. Terrell knows how prosecutors build their case, and what factors make them decide to reduce or even dismiss a charge.
    Rating:  8.4
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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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    Richard Leonard Poland

    Richard Leonard Poland

    5.05 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 52 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, DUI & DWI and more
    Bio: If you are facing criminal charges, or an investigation that may lead to criminal charges being filed against you, in Long Beach, Los Angeles County, or anywhere in Southern California, the Law Office of Richard L. Poland understands your situatio...
    Rating:  9.2
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    Tracey Michael Milan

    Tracey Michael Milan

    4.515 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
    Bio: Prior to his formal education Mr. Milan enlisted in the United States Navy where he served as a ceremonial drill team commander and field corpsman/combat medic with the United States Marine Corps during Operation Desert Shield / Desert Storm. For ...
    Rating:  7.6
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    Albert Garcia

    Albert Garcia

    4.726 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 31 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury
    Bio: The Law Offices of Albert Garcia has proudly represented individuals and families throughout California's Central Valley for more than 30 years. Founded by attorney Albert Garcia, a former Tulare County Deputy District Attorney, our firm is dedica...
    Rating:  7.3
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    Jesse Ivan Korn

    Jesse Ivan Korn

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 37 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
    Review: "Mr. Korn is everything a good lawyer should be. He is also a good listener with a sharp mind. I was excellently represented with very good results. Mr. Korn will tell you how it is with no beating around the bush."
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    Corina Michelle Burchfield

    Corina Michelle Burchfield

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 11 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury
    Bio: I was born and raised in Fresno County. I worked in the legal field for over 10 years prior to obtaining my license to practice law. I have practiced primarily personal injury and criminal defense law since 2015. I opened my own office, Burchfield...
    Rating:  7.9
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    Justin Tyler Goodwin

    Justin Tyler Goodwin

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    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years
    Practice Areas: Administrative Law, Government, Public Finance and Tax Exempt Finance and more
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    Joubin Nasseri

    Joubin Nasseri

    5.07 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 24 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Immigration, Personal Injury
    Review: "I came to Joubin unsure of what to expect, and he made the whole process far easier than I had braced for. The communication stood out first. He returned calls and emails the same day, every time, and I never had to chase him down to find out wher..."
    Rating:  7.2
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    Michael John Shambrook

    Michael John Shambrook

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, Business
    Bio: I am a Criminal Defense Attorney who also works one-on-one with individuals and associations helping them navigate the legal system, setting up legal entities and wills and Trusts and, where appropriate, advising on business decisions that impact ...
    Rating:  8.0
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    Darren Jay Kessler

    Darren Jay Kessler

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 42 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Civil Rights and more
    Review: "Mr. Kessler is a very informed attorney who is really passionate about what he does. I really felt that he worked very hard to defend me and in the end received a positive outcome. He listened to me and helped me understand my situation and possib..."
    Rating:  6.5
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    Angeles Dalila Zaragoza

    Angeles Dalila Zaragoza

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years
    Practice Areas: General Practice, Immigration, Litigation and more
    Review: "Mrs. Zaragoza is a very professional attorney who's been appointed to me by the state. I involved in a DV case (myself being the "aggressor"). Mrs. Zaragoza took the time to listen to my side of the argument and at any moment did I feel pressured ..."
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    Megan Kimberly Leisz

    Megan Kimberly Leisz

    1.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence
    Rating:  7.5
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    Richard A Meyer

    Richard A Meyer

    3.45 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 26 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
    Review: "I will hire Mr. Myer over anyone else. I hired him twice for my son and I got great results and prompt service. He kept me well informed and he did not give any false hopes. Other law firms I talked to were not up front or helpful at all. They als..."
    Rating:  6.8
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    Shawn David Mowry

    Shawn David Mowry

    5.02 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Violent Crime and more
    Bio: Shawn Mowry and Hitasha are both accomplished attorneys with 18 years of combined experience representing clients in the Bay Area who are charged with crimes. Mowry Law Group is here to fight for you!​ Being charged with a crime can be an extremel...
    Rating:  9.4
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    Michael Lee Stanford Hawkins

    Michael Lee Stanford Hawkins

    5.06 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Family
    Bio: I was born and raised in Elk Grove, a growing city just south of our state's capitol, Sacramento. Nearly 30 years ago, my Mom opened her appliance business and since then has become affectionally known as the "Maytag Lady." My Dad worked for the S...
    Rating:  7.6
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    Brian Gordon Beecher

    Brian Gordon Beecher

    5.05 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Litigation
    Review: "I was fortunate to find Eric Webb after being referred by one of my clients. I had a very challenging, complicated case. For various reasons we ended up settling within a few months rather than going to trial, but there is no question that we got ..."
    Rating:  7.8
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    Denise Elaine Shaw

    Denise Elaine Shaw

    3.73 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 32 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Juvenile
    Bio: I am an experienced trial lawyer who consistently wins cases.I am a former Orange County Prosecutor and dedicated criminal defense attorney who knows the law and will ensure you receive excellent representation.
    Rating:  6.7
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    Garfield Anthony A Cramer

    Garfield Anthony A Cramer

    3.73 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 31 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
    Review: "Has done Multiple cases for my family and we had great outcomes in though situation thank you Mr Craimer. "
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    Scott Ronald Spindel

    Scott Ronald Spindel

    5.051 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 27 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
    Bio: Scott R. Spindel is the tenacious Encino criminal defense attorney at the Law Offices of Scott R. Spindel. Whether you are dealing with a drunk driving case or a serious criminal offense, Attorney Spindel has extensive courtroom and trial experien...
    Rating:  8.2
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