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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 33 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Review: "Edgar and his wife (Cindy) are the two best lawyers. They have helped me with my divorce and with other legal matters and can't speak anymore highly of them. They are simply the best."

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 47 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI and DWI, Probate

Review: "When you find yourself in legal troubles, it is good to know that an attorney as Mt. Trejo is available for his clients. i found myself years back in a heap of trouble, yet Mr. Trejo aided me in the situation. i owe he and his staff so much for al..."

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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 40 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI and DWI

Review: "Dan fights hard for his clients and treats them as he would want to be treated. I relied on him and trusted him completely on every aspect of our case for legal advice. He is a fantastic resource and was always available for us in a moments notice..."

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 24 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Employment & Labor, Personal Injury and more

Bio: For over a decade, I sat on the other side of the table — defending large corporations against employment claims and representing insurance companies against injury claims. I learned their playbooks from the inside: how employers build a defense b...

Rating: 9.3

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, General Practice, Real Estate and more

Review: "I got into some trouble with the law. I had not been in trouble before and I was scared. I was facing 3 years in prison. Mr. Roach got me Probation and no time in Prison. I would hire him again in an instant and would tell everyone I know to talk ..."

Rating: 8.2

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 49 years

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

Bio: Richard J. Loa was born in Los Angeles, but raised and educated in Texas. He graduated from California State University, Northridge in 1973 with a Bachelors of Arts in Political Science. He graduated with a Juris Doctorate degree from UCLA School ...

Rating: 7.6

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 10 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Litigation

Bio: David L. Cello is an attorney practicing law in Solano, Napa, and Contra Costa counties. Mr. Cello primarily handles criminal law, family law, and civil litigation. Mr. Cello received his Juris Doctor (J.D.) from Santa Clara University School of L...

Rating: 6.9

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Consumer Protection

Review: "Dana has worked with two of my DUI cases and has helped me immensely. She and her support staff are tops in explaining the case issues in layman's terms and navigating a client through the legal process. I felt confident and well taken care of.. ..."

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 27 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Federal Crime

Bio: I've been practicing criminal law for 15+ years. I've done many Federal cases in 9 different states. I am an agressive lawyer when it comes to protecting my clients rigth and my reputation spekas for itself.

Rating: 6.7

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Personal Injury

Bio: I was born and raised in Los Angeles County. I moved to the Inland Empire and now it is home. I grew up knowing that there was a difference between law and justice, and that laws are written but justice is hard fought. It is my job to ensure that ...

Rating: 6.6

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 23 years

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

Bio: The most important aspect of being a lawyer to me is effective communication between myself and my clients. I believe it is my responsibility to ensure my clients understand their legal rights and responsibilities even if it may be something they ...

Rating: 8.3

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 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 23 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Review: "By far the best attorney I could have asked for. Being in a position of having to hire a Criminal Defense attorney was bad enough and a scary experience. The last thing I wanted to do was hire an attorney who treated me like a paycheck and not a h..."

Rating: 7.3

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 27 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Appeals

Rating: 10

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 51 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Rating: 9.4

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 11 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Review: "Gabriel Pacheco did an excellent job on my felony case. I recommend 100% Very respectful and knows exactly what he’s doing."

Rating: 6.8

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 36 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury

Bio: My personal injury and criminal defense practice is primarily based in Santa Clara and Santa Cruz Counties. I have engaged in these two areas of law for 25 years because I enjoy helping others who are in difficult personal situations that are ofte...

Rating: 7.4

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Landlord & Tenant, Consumer Protection and more

Bio: I'm a tenant rights trial attorney handling lawsuits statewide against landlords for ignored habitability defects, harassment, and wrongful or constructive evictions. I do not handle eviction defense (unlawful detainer actions). Former Felony Pros...

Rating: 8.9

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 37 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Wrongful Death and more

Review: "Always responsive to my calls. Negotiated a great settlement"

Rating: 8.1

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Review: "I was contacted by Traci about half way through my case and she was able to communicate with me and able to explain all of my options clearly. Her commitment was astonishing. Thank You!"

Rating: 7.2

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