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Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 22 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

Bio: Before entering private practice, Mr. Trujillo worked as a Deputy Public Defender, legal aid lawyer, and as a staff attorney with the statewide non-profit impact litigation firm, Prison Law Office . During his career, he has worked in a variety of...

Rating: 10

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 50 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, Drug Crime and more

Review: "Attorney Ronald Miller demonstrated integrity, helpfulness, and adeptly guided me through my legal matter with the professionalism of an esteemed colleague. His counsel was insightful and comprehensive, ensuring I was well-informed throughout the ..."

Rating: 7.2

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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 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 12 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Bio: Honors and Recognition: Graduate of Trial Lawyer's College, 2017Who's Who Among Law Students, San Diego San Diego La Raza Lawyers Scholarship Recipient Filipino American Lawyers of San Diego/ Pan Asian Lawyers of San Diego, Scholarship Recipient N...

Rating: 7.6

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 46 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Civil Rights

Review: "Attorney Marrinan took time out of his busy schedule to speak with me in a consultation over the phone. However, he indicated that he would not be taking my case. Since I had a bad experience with the Sheriff's Department, Michael suggested that I..."

Rating: 10

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Employment & Labor

Bio: Joshua A. Olander is a senior associate attorney in the Labor and Employment Department at Mastagni Holstedt, where he provides comprehensive representation to public sector employees. His practice includes handling administrative and disciplinary...

Rating: 7.4

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years

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

Bio: Mr. Fontes was born and raised in Nogales, Arizona, and earned his Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of San Diego in 1997. Mr. Fontes played football for the University of San Diego Toreros. Mr. Fontes graduated from the Ariz...

Rating: 9.5

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 29 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Social Security, DUI & DWI and more

Bio: I graduated from San Luis Obispo High School as a Valedictorian. I obtained my Undergraduate training at the University of California, Santa Barbara. At U.C. Santa Barbara, I majored in Law & Society and Religious Studies, and was awarded the pres...

Rating: 8.5

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 10 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Car Accidents, Personal Injury and more

Bio: Attorney Sorrentino, or Brad as he prefers to be called, is an experienced, energetic, and passionate lawyer who is dedicated to working tirelessly to solve your legal issue. Brad prides himself on his ability to relate to his clients' problem, hi...

Rating: 8.9

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 34 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Business and more

Review: ""Michael is a hard working, knowledgeable, ethical attorney who works hard to provide his clients excellent and thorough representation. I highly recommend Michael Riese. Thomas Barnes" Service Category: Attorney Year first hired: 2012 (hired more..."

Rating: 7.4

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury

Bio: Zoi A. Jones recognizes that a close working relationship between attorney and client is essential to quality legal services. An enthusiastic and successful litigator, Zoi is always poised to zealously pursue her clients’ best interests in and out...

Rating: 7.3

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Expungement

Bio: Jon Ibanez has only handled criminal cases since graduating from law school. He has worked in the Public Defender’s Office, District Attorney’s Office, and as a private defense attorney for numerous reputable criminal law firms. He has handled eve...

Rating: 7.5

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 26 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

Bio: Matthew J. O'Connor is a founding partner of the firm and currently focuses his practice on criminal defense. Mr. O’Connor regularly defends adults and juveniles in all types of criminal matters, including but not limited to: Driving Under the Inf...

Rating: 8.3

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 23 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Review: "Brandon Wood is literally an amazing lawyer who knows the law and is highly committed to his clients. Brandon, along with the entire staff are amazing. You won’t find a more knowledgeable attorney in the IE or high desert."

Rating: 8.0

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 25 years

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

Bio: Josh has been a trial lawyer his entire career. After gaining years of experience at two of the country's top law firms, Josh left to pursue his own practice with the goal of representing individuals that truly need aggressive, intelligent and goo...

Rating: 8.1

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 37 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Civil Rights, Expungement

Bio: Dedicated to excellent legal representation throughout the Bay Area, Jared emphasizes empathetic and honest client counseling. By taking the time to learn about an individual’s unique legal issue, Jared ensures that each client will realize their ...

Rating: 7.2

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 33 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Rating: 10

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 32 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Bio: I have 24 years' experience representing clients in criminal cases, and handle matters in both Federal and State court. I am an experienced Federal criminal litigator at both the trial court and 9th Circuit levels. I am an author of California Cri...

Rating: 10

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years

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

Bio: Sam is a Bay Area native. He went to college and law school in San Francisco. Sam is more than just a defense attorney and prides himself on helping his clients during difficult times. Sam is never afraid to take the unpopular position in court an...

Rating: 8.1

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 31 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Bio: Maybe the only thing you need to know about Orange County Criminal Attorney Jake Brower is that his connections and reputation within the legal community have allowed him to deliver results that other lawyers cannot. On many occasions, for instanc...

Rating: 7.5

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