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    California Has 8951 Criminal Defense Attorneys with 50680 Reviews

    Nancy Kardon

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    Nancy Kardon

    4.966 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 34 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence, Federal Crime and more
    Under investigation or facing charges? Choose an aggressive, personalized representation by a Former Federal Prosecutor. See reviews! Low consult credited towards a flat fee upon hiring.
    Rating:  10
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    Catherine Anne Beekman

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    Catherine Anne Beekman

    5.011 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Juvenile
    An experienced attorney who cares about her clients and works hard to achieve great results.
    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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    L. Marcel Stewart

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    L. Marcel Stewart

    4.962 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 24 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect, Medical Malpractice
    You need a skillful advocate to give your matter the time and effort required. Freedom is worth it.
    Rating:  10
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    Robert Armin Schwartz

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    Robert Armin Schwartz

    5.017 reviews
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    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 49 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Aggressive Criminal Defense Attorneys With 80 Years of Combined Defense Experience.
    Rating:  10
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    Mario Rodriguez

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    Mario Rodriguez

    5.039 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 45 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Violent Crime and more
    41 years of experience working hard to protect your freedom. Serving clients in Coachella Valley and Riverside East only. Call for a free consultation!
    Rating:  10
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    Jacqueline Belen Goodman

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    Jacqueline Belen Goodman

    4.935 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 31 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Sex Crime
    Sometimes Bad Things Happen To Good People. Call an experienced criminal defense attorney who cares.
    Rating:  10
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    Roger S. Bonakdar

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    Roger S. Bonakdar

    4.934 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Business and more
    The Bonakdar Law Firm: Your First and Best Call When You Need an Attorney
    Rating:  10
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    Ryan James Couzens

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    Ryan James Couzens

    5.061 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 24 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Former prosecutor now a five-star defense attorney working hard to get you the best results in Placer, Sacramento and surrounding counties.
    Rating:  9.9
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    Jon Kiyoshi Renge

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    Jon Kiyoshi Renge

    5.0110 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 29 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Bio: Born and raised in the San Joaquin Valley, I graduated from California State University of Fresno and the University of the Pacific McGeorge School of Law. After law school, I returned home to practice law and began my career at the Fresno County ...
    Rating:  9.6
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    Evan Ephraim Zelig

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    Evan Ephraim Zelig

    4.842 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 22 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Juvenile
    Attorney Evan E. Zelig defends clients facing all misdemeanor and felony charges!
    Rating:  10
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    John Jimenez

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    John Jimenez

    5.015 reviews
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    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 49 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
    Coachella Valley’s Premier Criminal Defense Attorney.
    Rating:  10
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    Erik Adler Friis

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    Erik Adler Friis

    4.857 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 28 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence
    Bio: With a formidable career spanning over two decades, Erik Friis has a storied history of delivering robust defense for his clients. As a seasoned attorney and California native, Erik has a deep-rooted understanding of the local legal landscape, all...
    Rating:  9.9
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    David Michael Lehr

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    David Michael Lehr

    5.018 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 33 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Drug Crime and more
    You need help. Don't wait until it's too late. Let me help you get a great result on your case!
    Rating:  9.9
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    Wesley James Schroeder

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    Wesley James Schroeder

    5.025 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 52 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Juvenile, DUI & DWI and more
    40+ Years Experience--Real Results. We Put Our Clients First. Call (408) 912-2777
    Rating:  10
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    Juliet Elaine Peck

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    Juliet Elaine Peck

    4.943 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 31 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and more
    Aggressive | Experienced | Effective
    Rating:  10
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    Paul Jeffrey Wallin

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    Paul Jeffrey Wallin

    4.525 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 48 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Sex Crime, Federal Crime
    The Wallin & Klarich Firm has over 40 years of experience helping clients in their time of legal need.
    Rating:  10
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    Jo-Anna M. Nieves

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    Jo-Anna M. Nieves

    5.09 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Sex Crime, Domestic Violence and more
    We take the Criminal out of Criminal Defense! Call For A Free Consultation!
    Rating:  10
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    Karine Basmadjian

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    Karine Basmadjian

    5.08 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 32 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Federal Crime
    Over 2 decades of diligent criminal defense from minor offenses to capital State and Federal crimes.
    Rating:  10
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    Jared M Thompson

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    Jared M Thompson

    5.038 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Federal Crime
    A National Trial Lawyers Top 100, Super Lawyer, and Certified Specialist Attorney in Criminal Defense. State and Federal Defense, Serious Felonies to Misdemeanors. Call me today!
    Rating:  10
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    Ty Anis

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    Ty Anis

    5.014 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Expungement
    Former LA and OC prosecutor for a decade with awards for client satisfaction from multiple groups.
    Rating:  10
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