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    Justin David Tuttle

    Justin David Tuttle

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 29 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Justin Tuttle is one of the best criminal defense attorneys that I’ve been appointed to represent me. He was knowledgeable, and always made sure I understood everything every step of the way. He met with me, heard my side, and quickly assessed the..."
    Rating:  6.5
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    Karen Elena Bladergroen

    Karen Elena Bladergroen

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 29 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Juvenile Law
    Review: "I am one of the 800,000 DACA recipient. In 2001 I was appointed to Elena Bladergroen as my public defender. As a minor I made a poor choice. Through her legal guidnece my Felony case as a minor was reduced to a misdemeanor and was eligible to rece..."
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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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    Amanda Christine Massimini

    Amanda Christine Massimini

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 11 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "She’s the best attorney ever she made everything quickly go by.I would recommend her to anyone and everyone. If you need an attorney I would call her."
    Rating:  6.8
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    Lou Spinelli

    Lou Spinelli

    5.03 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 39 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Lou represented me years ago, and still is, the best attorney I've ever had! He is very thorough, explains court procedures and takes the time to explain what is happening, to the client. There is no arrogance with him!"
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    Robert Andrew Michael Burns

    Robert Andrew Michael Burns

    4.316 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 46 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Personal Injury and more
    Bio: Please find this information at my website. It is important to me that I not circumvent it.
    Rating:  8.7
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    Michael Ivano Fritter

    Michael Ivano Fritter

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 7 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, DUI & DWI and more
    Review: "Michael handled my case with great care and consideration, making the entire experience easy on my end. Michael is very detail oriented and highly knowledgeable of the law. I would recommend him to anyone seeking legal help."
    Rating:  6.6
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    Abihail Garcia

    Abihail Garcia

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Abby was very knowledgeable about the law but defending me against the court was questionable. I would be more confident in her now looking back because I did have some paranoia issues while in jail. As public defenders go she is good."
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    Nnaemeka Madu

    Nnaemeka Madu

    5.04 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 4 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Business
    Bio: Mr. Madu has over five years’ experience working for the District Attorney’s Office of Los Angeles County. He worked on arraignments, drug court, preliminary hearings and also assisted senior attorneys in the Hardcore Gang Division in criminal pro...
    Rating:  6.1
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    Seymone Javaherian

    Seymone Javaherian

    5.06 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Car Accidents and more
    Bio: University of Southern California graduate with a background in the biological sciences. Eight figure settlements/verdicts.
    Rating:  8.4
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    Neda Aguirre

    Neda Aguirre

    3.97 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 10 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family
    Bio: Attorney Neda Aguirre has years of experience representing clients in a variety of criminal charges and family law matters. She provides every client with a high level of service and care, no matter how complex their case may be. Through a complim...
    Rating:  8.4
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    Hung Phi Du

    Hung Phi Du

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "We had an uphill case. Mr Du fought for us valiantly. This was years of time and effort. Deputies said we were lucky to have Mr Du. I agree with that wholeheartedly. He was defending us as if we were family. My gratitude will never end."
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    Carlos Alcala

    Carlos Alcala

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    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 52 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "He has helped my father in the past and won his discrimination law suit at work when my father Jesus was living iand working in Oklahoma at the time."
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    Willard Patrick Bakeman III

    Willard Patrick Bakeman III

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 47 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Litigation
    Review: "Excelente persona. El y su equipo. Muy. Amables y profesionales. Me ayudaron con mi esposa. Ya había sido deportada y solo ellos me resolvieron el problema. Gracias "
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    Justin A. Shimizu

    Justin A. Shimizu

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    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury
    Bio: Attorney Justin Shimizu practices criminal law exclusively, handling all types of Criminal matters including DUI, Assault, Battery, Domestic Violence, Fraud, Elder Abuse, Theft, Drug Charges, Expungements, Probation Violations, Vehicle Code Violat...
    Rating:  8.2
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    Mary Alice Stearns

    Mary Alice Stearns

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 37 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "This lawyer was amazing at keeping me calm throughout one of the most difficult moments in my life. She was thoughtful and knowledgeable."
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    Ashley Jean Bargenquast

    Ashley Jean Bargenquast

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 10 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Ashley was extremely patient, knowledgeable, and possessed the confidence and clarity needed to help me with my case. I can tell she’s educated, but also personable which many lawyers lack. You can’t go wrong with entrusting her with your legal ne..."
    Rating:  6.5
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    Gary Craig Smith

    Gary Craig Smith

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Litigation, Family
    Review: "This man has represented me on a couple cases and always did a Sheraton job and kept me up to speed while keeping my best interests in mind. Great rates and extremely reliable representation."
    Rating:  6.6
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    William Herbert Monterroso

    William Herbert Monterroso

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 34 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "William is by far the best APD ever. He is extreamly knowledgable and informative. He is on top of returning calls or messages. He is a lawyer that is extreamly emotionally involved in his cases therefore making him the best APD to ever represent ..."
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    Robin Dwayne Perry

    Robin Dwayne Perry

    3.79 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 30 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Business, Personal Injury and more
    Bio: Robin D. Perry was born in South Central Los Angeles and raised by a single mother. Perry graduated from the University of California, Davis where he received his BA in Sociology of Law & Society. Perry then attended the University of California, ...
    Rating:  8.6
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    Miguel Angel Tovar

    Miguel Angel Tovar

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    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Juvenile and more
    Rating:  8.2
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