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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 28 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Child Custody, Divorce & Separation and more

Bio: Nicole Fraser is an experienced Family Law Attorney who is licensed to provide legal representation throughout the State of California. Headquartered in San Jose, California, the Law Offices of Nicole Fraser strive to provide successful, professio...

Rating: 9.3

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Rating: 7.7

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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

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 23 years

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

Bio: I am an aggressive, highly experienced criminal defense attorney. Very experienced in defending DUI and DMV matters, domestic violence cases, all crimes of violence, sex offenses and drug offenses. I am here to defend your rights and help you seek...

Rating: 8.2

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Employment & Labor, Business and more

Review: "The best San Diego attorney that money can buy! I've always been skeptical when it comes to attorneys. Pablo handled my criminal case and was alway just a phone call away when ever I had questions or concerns. He gave me his cell phone number. How..."

Rating: 8.4

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence

Bio: At the Law Office of Ronald A. Cabanayan, you will have a dedicated ally by your side to stand up for your rights. You can't take criminal charges lightly. We work to reduce or eliminate the charges against you so you can go back to living your li...

Rating: 8.3

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 39 years

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

Review: "I was charged with assault with a deadly weapon causing great bodily injury and I felt as if no one would believe me about my innocence. Mike took my case, he believed in me, and helped me vindicate my name. Mike was a champion for me because he b..."

Rating: 7.0

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

Bio: I provide aggressive and efficient representation to individuals charged with crimes in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Rating: 7.7

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Immigration and more

Review: "Great experience with Cervantes Hodges Law firm. Antonio, the attorney, was very personable, approachable, and easy to talk to. He processed the bankruptcy promptly and took the time to explain the entire process clearly, walking us through every ..."

Rating: 6.5

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 22 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Litigation, Corporate & Incorporation and more

Bio: Our philosophy is simple, but all too rare among law firms today. At The Law Offices of Michael D. Grahn we believe that when you hire a law firm you should expect to build a genuine relationship with your attorney. Your attorney should be compass...

Rating: 7.4

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 40 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Juvenile, Child Abuse

Bio: David A. Brooks, Attorney at Law has been finding solutions to troubled times since 1985. Practice limited to Criminal Defense, Juvenile Defense, and Child Dependency. Call me when experience matters and you need solid and understandable legal adv...

Rating: 8.5

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 32 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Consumer Protection, Litigation and more

Review: "He is the best of the best!!! Tom save my life and I mean it! Prior to Tom, I had 10 lawyers and endured 4 years of a vindictive government investigation. Tom outshone all ten of them and proved that the government was on the wrong side of the ca..."

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years

Practice Areas: General Practice, Criminal Defense, Litigation and more

Review: "Soutodeh Ahmadieh is one of the best lawyers I've had. She maintains the highest level of professionalism. She is extremely understanding and considerate, treating my case with the urgency and professionalism i believed it deserved. I received upd..."

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 30 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Review: "Mrs. Baltidano was my husbands PD for a criminal case he had. He was given 19 years but she faught his case & beat it. She was trustworthy, kept us informed with everything & told us straight up the pros & cons even if it wasn't good to our ears. ..."

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 26 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Bio: Dear Prospective Client, I understand that you are looking for help for yourself and/or loved ones. I honor that obligation and promise my best efforts to resolve your crisis favorably. I begin negotiations with dismissal in mind on the charges fi...

Rating: 7.5

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 26 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Review: "My family and I hired Mr. Humphrey for my brother's criminal case. It was a very serious case. We were very well pleased with the way he handled the case. He was really on top of it. His secretary Amanda is such a sweet person. She is the most eas..."

Rating: 7.0

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 54 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

Bio: I have been doing this for a long time. I like helping people and I can help you. At Law School I was awarded the prestigious American Jurisprudence Award for Excellence in Criminal Law. Now with over 35 years experience in Criminal Law I still lo...

Rating: 8.4

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 56 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Family

Review: "My divorce case was quite complicated, but Wally navigated it with ease and professionalism."

Rating: 6.7

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years

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

Review: "Daniel is a precocious lawyer; I met him for a consultation on a criminal matter in San Jose - which might have had some potential employment consequences. He listened to me patiently and analysed the various scenarios on how the situation might p..."

Rating: 6.6

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Appeals

Review: "I had a legal issue in the past. My public defense attorney at the time suggested we accept a felony and hope to plea down. Instead, I got in touch with Mr. Oberto. I have an entirely clean record thanks to him. Could not be more appreciative."

Rating: 8.3

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 40 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family

Bio: I have been involved and working in the criminal justice system for most of my adult life. I am a former Probation Officer, District Attorney, Judge Pro Tempore, and for the past 23 years in private practice as a Criminal Defense Attorney. I belie...

Rating: 7.0

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