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    Robert Andrew Dudley

    Robert Andrew Dudley

    5.010 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
    Review: "I was battling great anxiety from an outrageously costly traffic violation, and I contacted Attorney Dudley to discuss my case. He is extremely knowledgeable about the court system, the vehicle laws and codes, and exactly how to proceed. His calm,..."
    Rating:  8.2
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    James Frank Pokorny

    James Frank Pokorny

    4.934 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 49 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Aviation
    Review: "I would highly recommend Mr. Pokorny as a criminal defense attorney. He is very knowledgeable and professional. More importantly he is honest and to the point. He kept me informed and aware of what was going on in my case from day 1 until it was f..."
    Rating:  10
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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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    Candice Fields

    Candice Fields

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 31 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, White Collar Crime
    Bio: Candice Fields is a federal criminal defense attorney with more than 30 years of experience representing individuals and businesses in complex criminal investigations and prosecutions. Her practice focuses on federal white-collar criminal defense,...
    Rating:  10
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    Margarete Brakhage

    Margarete Brakhage

    4.514 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Estate Planning and more
    Bio: I have resided in Riverside County since 1997. I practice in Riverside County, San Bernardino County, and San Diego County. I will also accept on occassion cases from Orange County, and Los Angeles County. If you are going through a divorce, custo...
    Rating:  8.0
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    Josef Sadat

    Josef Sadat

    5.022 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Life as I knew it came to an end for me on July of 2013 when federal law enforcement agents arrested me at 6 A.M. in front of my wife and our young son on a Federal Indictment charging me and 10 others with: Conspiracy; Bribery of a Public Officia..."
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    Steven Schorr

    Steven Schorr

    5.02 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 43 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "This man is a great appeals attorney. He got my case overturned. It was a wrongful conviction and I greatly appreciate it. Whenever I called with questions he always had time for me. He never brushed me off or over talked me. He had plenty of time..."
    Rating:  8.7
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    Douglas Scott Srulowitz

    Douglas Scott Srulowitz

    4.519 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Violent Crime and more
    Bio: We advocate assertively for our clients. Our philosophy is client-focused service. We make sure the client is always treated with respect. We keep the client informed at all stages of the service by providing regular communication through phone co...
    Rating:  8.3
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    Anita Alexandra Kay

    Anita Alexandra Kay

    5.012 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 26 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Bio: As one of the esteemed Irvine criminal defense attorneys at the Law Firm of Pilchman & Kay, P.L.C., Anita Kay has a proven track record of receiving countless not guilty verdicts on many complicated and serious criminal charges. She is experienced...
    Rating:  7.9
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    Alana Sabina Segal

    Alana Sabina Segal

    4.210 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Lawsuits & Disputes
    Bio: I am an aggressive trial lawyer and am thoroughly prepared for every phase of the defense process: investigation, arrest, trial, sentencing and post-conviction relief. Civil rights and criminal defense is my passion. If someone's liberty or rights...
    Rating:  9.0
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    Amir H. Alavi

    Amir H. Alavi

    5.030 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
    Bio: Amir Alavi provides vigorous criminal defense for individuals facing criminal charges and is relentless in his commitment to his clients. Throughout his distinguished 18 year career as an attorney, Mr. Alavi has gained much expertise in the crimin...
    Rating:  10
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    Denise Jean Yaniv

    Denise Jean Yaniv

    4.69 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Bio: Denise Yaniv is not your typical L.A. lawyer. She was born and raised on a horse and cattle ranch in North Dakota, the oldest child of Darryl and Donna Blessum. She has always had determination, and her compassion for all creatures led to her snea...
    Rating:  8.3
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    Jamie Evan Silverstein

    Jamie Evan Silverstein

    4.822 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Federal Crime and more
    Bio: Seasoned Criminal Defense Attorney James E. Silverstein has been Criminal Defense Attorney his entire career. Mr. Silverstein’s practice is geared solely towards the representation of people who are being investigated for, or charged with alleged ...
    Rating:  10
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    Joshua Kaizuka

    Joshua Kaizuka

    5.047 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 25 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence
    Bio: With over 25 years of experience fighting for my clients in jury trials, litigating motions to dismiss, negotiating favorable resolutions, and seeking post-conviction relief—including setting aside convictions based on failures to advise about imm...
    Rating:  10
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    Lupe C Rodriguez

    Lupe C Rodriguez

    5.011 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 31 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Federal Crime and more
    Bio: My background started in 1994 as a Civil Litigation attorney handling a wide variety of insurance defense cases. I then moved onto prosecuting cases for the Federal Government and handled hundreds of drug importation, drug conspiracy, alien smuggl...
    Rating:  8.9
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    Nicolaie Cocis

    Nicolaie Cocis

    5.05 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 26 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and more
    Bio: Voted as 2018 "Attorney of the Year" by Southwest Riverside County Bar Association If you find yourself facing a criminal charge, including DUI or Juvenile Matters, it's crucial to promptly seek the legal assistance you require. The Law Office of ...
    Rating:  10
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    Dorsay Dejam

    Dorsay Dejam

    5.053 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury
    Review: "She got my 30k traffic ticket recalled and I paid less than 300 dollars to resolve the case. She is simply AWESOME at practicing law!"
    Rating:  8.5
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    Matthew Aaron Lopas

    Matthew Aaron Lopas

    4.36 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Violent Crime, Expungement and more
    Bio: My representation is client centered; focused solely on achieving the best outcome for each particular client. I work efficiently and aggressively to achieve each clients' unique and tailored goals. I have negotiated thousands of pre-trial litigat...
    Rating:  9.6
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    Kirk Matthew Tarman

    Kirk Matthew Tarman

    4.852 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 26 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and more
    Bio: Attorney Kirk Tarman started his criminal defense practice in 1999. He utilizes a “hands-on” approach to the law and does thorough research into the events leading up to your arrest. Kirk will also make sure key witnesses are interviewed and gathe...
    Rating:  9.7
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    George Tran

    George Tran

    5.03 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Federal Crime and more
    Bio: I defend individuals facing criminal exposure throughout the San Francisco Bay Area. Whether you are under investigation by state or federal authorities, have received a subpoena or search warrant, have been arrested, or are facing formal charges ...
    Rating:  8.2
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    Renato Fidel Manay

    Renato Fidel Manay

    5.03 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Immigration
    Bio: Attorney Renato F. Manay is a Legal Specialist in Immigration & Nationality Law, Certified by the State Bar of California. He represents clients in a broad spectrum of immigration matters and select criminal cases, including DUIs, misdemeanors, ex...
    Rating:  10
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