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Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 29 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence

Bio: Attorney Chad Lewin has spent over 20 years vigorously defending clients in Los Angeles courtrooms. A UCLA Law graduate and lifelong Angeleno, he has built a reputation for navigating the city’s complex legal system with insight gained from decade...

Rating: 10

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and more

We help GOOD people in UNFORTUNATE circumstances. CALL FOR A FREE STRATEGY SESSION!

Rating: 10

Call for a FREE consultation(844) 655-6509

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Criminal Defense Lawyers in California

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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Criminal Defense

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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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 34 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury

Review: "Merry Christmas! This has been a heavier hearted year, Even though my case is not solved yet, it does not change the facts up to this point. Brian has dealt with my in jail panic freak outs twice (too many times), before he got me out of jail very..."

Rating: 10

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Appeals

Review: "Working with Elana Goldstein was a grounding experience during a very uncertain time. Her professionalism, clarity, and calm demeanor brought a much-needed sense of direction. She was always available when it mattered most, and her ability to navi..."

Rating: 10

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 37 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Expungement

Bio: I have been lawyer in San Francisco and the Bay Area since 1988. I am a former Deputy District Attorney and have been practicing criminal law since 1990 and criminal defense since 1997. I also have experience working at Pillsbury, Madison & Sutro,...

Rating: 9.7

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 31 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury

Bio: "Nation's Top 1%" of attorneys by the National Association of Distinguished Counsel (2015-2025) "Top 100 Criminal Trial Lawyers" by the National Trial Lawyers (2020-2025) "Top Best Attorneys" by the American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys ...

Rating: 10

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Personal Injury

Bio: My name is David Alexander Russomanno, and I am an aggressive, relentless and knowledgable criminal defense attorney based in Los Angeles. I defend my clients in all of the courts in California. I approach every case, misdemeanor or felony with th...

Rating: 10

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and more

Bio: Attorney Eugene Carson is a FORMER RIVERSIDE COUNTY DEPUTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY. He has outstanding client reviews! As a former Riverside County prosecutor for over six years, Mr. Carson handled well over a thousand felony and misdemeanor cases, and ...

Rating: 9.1

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 27 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

Bio: Jonah Chew has over 20 years of experience in the courtroom, earning him a reputation as one of San Francisco’s most aggressive and effective criminal litigators. His work and expertise in a wide range of criminal cases has earned him media covera...

Rating: 9.9

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 34 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Bio: With nearly three (3) decades of trial experience, and being no stranger to a jury, Attorney Melanie Roe has successfully tried nearly every kind of case. From simple assault to DUI, possession for sale of controlled substances, meth labs, burglar...

Rating: 10

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

Bio: Attorney Nafiz M. Ahmed is an owner and managing attorney at Ahmed & Sukaram, Criminal Defense Attorneys, a premier criminal defense law firm with offices in Redwood City and San Jose, CA. Nafiz and his legal team have over 30 years of combined ex...

Rating: 10

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Car Accidents

Bio: Ms. Pascher is dedicated to the professional practice of law. She attended UCLA and graduated in 1994 and admitted to the practice in California in 2008. Ms. Pascher has been assisting lawyers in personal injury claims from inception to trial for ...

Rating: 9.8

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 28 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Immigration, Personal Injury

Escondido’s fearless squad. Facing charges? We hit hard, outplay the State, and protect your freedom. Felonies or misdemeanors, we don’t back down. Rick Sterger’s team brings drive and precision. Free consult. Move quick. Stand firm. Overcome odds...

Rating: 10

Call for a consultation(760) 280-5613

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 27 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Juvenile and more

Bio: I am a National Award Winning Defense Attorney that can help navigate you though the legal maze you are in. At the Law Offices of Steven K. Bloom, we know that if you are searching for an experienced attorney for assistance, you are probably going...

Rating: 10

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 2 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

As your DUI defense attorney, I stand by you and fight with passion and integrity to protect your future and restore your peace of mind.

Rating: 7.4

Call for a FREE consultation(323) 622-4951

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 44 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Bio: I am honored to have received many awards throughout my career including having been selected by California Lawyer Magazine as "One of the Top Twenty Lawyers in the State of California," the Outstanding Prosecutor for the State of California in 19...

Rating: 10

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family

Bio: Sanaz Nikaein is Dean Litigation's managing principal. Her practice is focused on criminal defense and family law. In 2014, she was appointed to San Francisco Superior Court as a Judge Pro Tem. She continues to serve as a Judge Pro Tem while manag...

Rating: 10

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Bio: I have fiercely advocated for over 2,500 clients throughout Southern California over the last decade. I am a confident, experienced advocate who will fight for you to ensure the best result possible. As a solo practioner I provide timely and perso...

Rating: 10

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 36 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Review: "I would highly recommend Mr. Nicol to anyone looking for a criminal defense attorney. Mr. Nicol has represented me in a DUI and Suspended License. He was able to quickly resolve my cases successfully."

Rating: 10

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Administrative Law

At Wellspring Law we are committed to protecting your professional license and preserving your livelihood as if it were our own.

Rating: 10

Call for a FREE consultation(619) 431-3828

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