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Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 25 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Bio: Ms. Budris is passionate about using her knowledge and experience of criminal law to fight for the best results for her clients. She is committed to working hard for each and every client, and ensuring they are provided with superior service throu...

Rating: 7.0

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 29 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Review: "She helped me get my charges reduced and a really good outcome for my case. Even after my case was done she answered my questions and dealing with other issues. I have recommended her to friends who hired her and were very happy with what she did ..."

Rating: 7.0

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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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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 41 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Review: "Andy is a great guy. He has helped me on many occasions. He knows the statues very well."

Rating: 7.0

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 25 years

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

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Rating: 7.7

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 51 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Civil Rights and more

Bio: A defender of the constitutional and the legal rights of citizens, especially my clients in court. If you want dedicated, sincere, personal service in representing and helping you in your legal problems, you have a partner in me. Friends know I am...

Rating: 7.6

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 40 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Review: "Without a long winded acknowledgment, this man is quite simply the best lawyer in the nation. He will handle your case in any city federal or state reasonably with the passion of a spartan warrior. He just doesn't lose, if their is a way he will f..."

Rating: 7.4

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 38 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Litigation

Review: "Dan spent 19 months aggressively and strategically working on my behalf. I was charged with felony hit and run and he utilized every angle to gain leverage to our advantage. His diligence in my case got the DA to finally offer up a plea deal I was..."

Rating: 6.8

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 44 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Review: "Please call me.I can't find your phone number.ggg Bbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbnnnnnnnnñnj me bvvlcp7ufifufifivigivvificiifigi"

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Sex Crime, DUI & DWI and more

Bio: I'm here for you! I'm a former Deputy District Attorney and Deputy Public Defender. I have done over 40 misdemeanor/felony jury trials and countless motions. My practice areas range from misdemeanors, to traffic violations, to serious and violent ...

Rating: 8.3

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Violent Crime and more

Review: "5 stars is not enough. Mr. Shivers not only showed compassion and care in a rough time in my life but performed above and beyond for my legal needs. His knowledge and practical approach to the law really made a difference in my understanding and e..."

Rating: 8.4

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Review: "Eliva was extremely helpful, responsive, and knowledgeable in handling my criminal matter. She guided me through the entire process and kept me informed of exactly what I needed to do to resolve my issue. A process I thought would take at least a ..."

Rating: 6.6

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Credit Card Fraud

Review: "I was referred to Vahag by another reputable attorney in the industry who specifically referred someone I asked to be very detailed oriented, approachable, and communicative. Vahag met my expectations and beyond. The only suggestion I gave him is ..."

Rating: 7.5

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 36 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Litigation

Bio: Please take a moment to review my biography and case history on my firm website: and my official website: . thank you.

Rating: 9.5

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Business, Personal Injury and more

Bio: Criminal Defense: In any criminal case, success is rarely left to chance. Instead, Anton Vialtsin’s clients quickly recognize that it’s a product of his diligence and personal commitment. This means thoroughly investigating the evidence against an...

Rating: 7.5

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 24 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Administrative Law

Review: "Mr. Knight represents me on a DUI case, he is very professional, quick to inform, and extremely knowledgeable. Highly recommend."

Rating: 7.3

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 28 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Litigation, Bankruptcy & Debt and more

Bio: I am a dedicated and knowledgeable attorney who has been serving the people of my community since 1997. After earning my Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from California State University, Los Angeles in 1993, I went on to attend Western Sta...

Rating: 7.7

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 31 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Rating: 9.8

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 45 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Review: "Mr. Doroca came highly recommended through a close friend and I couldn't have been happier with the outcome of my case! He was very professional and knowledgeable about my case and my options. He made himself available whether it was over the phon..."

Rating: 6.7

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 35 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Child Support, Child Abuse and more

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Rating: 7.9

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 28 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Immigration

Review: "Mr. Pazsoldan was extremely helpful with my case and provided me with the knowledge and help I needed. I would recommend his services to anyone in a similar situation."

Rating: 8.6

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