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    Stephen Peter Anderson

    Stephen Peter Anderson

    4.717 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 45 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Family and more
    Bio: I have been a trial attorney for over 35 years. I handle family law, criminal and personal injury cases. Family law, which includes divorce, custody, support, paternity, guardianship, and restraining order issues, finds me in court most weekdays, ...
    Rating:  7.4
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    Michelle J. Cameron-Hunsaker

    Michelle J. Cameron-Hunsaker

    3.69 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Bio: I am licensed to practice law in the State of California and in the federal court system. I graduated from California Midland College of Law with a Juris Doctor and magna cum laude from Northern Arizona University with a Bachelor of Science in His...
    Rating:  6.9
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    Charles Windon III

    Charles Windon III

    3.76 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 51 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Charlie represented me in a first degree murder case. I was fighting life in prison in 2013. We fought this case for 2 1/2 years. With the help of this wonderful man my innocence was proven in this case and I was released. I am now home free, liv..."
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    Ray Alejandro Solis

    Ray Alejandro Solis

    3.02 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family
    Review: "Mr. Solis has many qualities that you seldom find in a Lawyer. Extremely detailed, works hard to fully understand your case, available and always returns calls and demonstrates his skill extremely well in a courtroom. Have recommended him to sever..."
    Rating:  7.5
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    Darryl Lynn Exum

    Darryl Lynn Exum

    2.08 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 35 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Federal Crime and more
    Bio: Experinced in all aspects of Criminal Defense. Certified as a Criminal Defense Specialist by the State Bar of California since 2000.
    Rating:  7.0
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    Nathan Menta Zaslow

    Nathan Menta Zaslow

    5.04 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 23 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Immigration, Appeals
    Review: "Nathan had help my husband back in 2007, I believe Nathan was heaven sent. the case was very tough case it went back to 1986. My husband failed to appeal immigration court. a warant was issued for his arrested and deportation. my husband was afrai..."
    Rating:  6.5
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    Charles Michael Zweiback

    Charles Michael Zweiback

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    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 36 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Intellectual Property, Litigation and more
    Bio: Michael Zweiback is a co-founder of the firm and has significant experience in white collar criminal defense, complex commercial litigation and trial practice in state and federal courts across the country. Michael has also litigated complex comme...
    Rating:  9.0
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    Rene Augusto Ibanez

    Rene Augusto Ibanez

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 32 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Very professional and was always available for legal advise. Knows the in's and outs for the defense of individuals who are charged with criminal conduct. Glad I hired him for my situation."
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    Allen Stephen Farshi

    Allen Stephen Farshi

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 25 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Real Estate, Personal Injury
    Review: "Mr. Farshi is the best in the business. He is very professional, knowledgeable and experienced. He helped me with a very stressful situation and turned it into a very easy process with him. I had a very weak case. Mr. Farshi is patient and spent a..."
    Rating:  6.6
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    Monica Cristina Marquez

    Monica Cristina Marquez

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 41 years
    Practice Areas:  Appeals, Criminal Defense
    Review: "I was in a terrible car accident with serious neck injury from a drunk driver. He was under insured but Ms. Monica was able to work on the case and got my medical and expenses taken care of as well as provide pain and suffering compensation. I w..."
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    Jennifer Lynne Peabody

    Jennifer Lynne Peabody

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 27 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Appeals
    Bio: Ms. Jennifer Peabody is a graduate of UCLA where she majored in English and graduated with Honors. Following graduation, she enrolled in Southwestern University School of Law’s SCALE program, a two year accelerated law school program. Ms. Peabody’...
    Rating:  6.7
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    Michael John Gaines

    Michael John Gaines

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 54 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Although Michael has little to no presence online, that shouldn't be deciding factor. He is a truly dedicated lawyer who is very good at communicating and acting fast. He also explains everything with a very frank but sincere care to ensure everyt..."
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    Byron Michael Purcell

    Byron Michael Purcell

    2.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 31 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Medical Malpractice
    Rating:  8.3
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    Andrew Robert Foland

    Andrew Robert Foland

    4.25 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 22 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Expungement
    Bio: Andrew Foland has over 15 years of experience in the courtroom, earning him a reputation as one of Bay Area's most aggressive and effective criminal litigators. His work and expertise combine to get the best possible outcome for his clients. After...
    Rating:  6.7
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    James Alan Brusseau

    James Alan Brusseau

    5.05 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 9 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "I had a domestic violence case go on for almost 2 years. My life was on hold I lost 2 jobs. Possibly could have lost my child. Mr. Brusseau was very kind and gave me his opinion pretty straight forward and to the point. I myself prefer matters thi..."
    Rating:  6.1
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    John Chung-Chuen Tang

    John Chung-Chuen Tang

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    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 29 years
    Practice Areas:  Securities and Investment Fraud, Litigation, Criminal Defense and more
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    Brian Ricardo Chavez-Ochoa

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    Brian Ricardo Chavez-Ochoa

    2.312 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 28 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Civil Rights, Personal Injury and more
    Review: "I am a retired attorney and consulted with Brian on a personal matter. He and his excellent staff were more than professional and helpful. Many thanks."
    Rating:  7.0
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    Joseph Patrick Hougnon

    Joseph Patrick Hougnon

    5.06 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 29 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Administrative Law and more
    Bio: I graduated law school at the top of my class almost 20 years ago. I also won several awards. For the past nineteen years, I’ve provided successful representation in DUI/DWI cases, DMV Administrative Per Se (APS) Hearings, Criminal Defense, and Pe...
    Rating:  7.8
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    Armen Taslakian

    Armen Taslakian

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Immigration, Personal Injury and more
    Bio: Armen Taslakian got his Bachelor of Arts Degree at UCLA and his Juris Doctor at UC Hastings College of the Law. He is a member in good standing of the CA State Bar.
    Rating:  7.5
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    Janice Yichen Lu

    Janice Yichen Lu

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 10 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "So when i was in court atvarraignment Janice i first noticed was very polite and seem like she reallly wants to help her clients she actually argued over some other defense attorney and he was trying to reject my 0.R. So Judge went with her instea..."
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