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    Reve Gerardo Bautista

    Reve Gerardo Bautista

    4.510 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 42 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Expungement
    Review: "Reve Bautista represented me in a misdemeanor case in 2016 that could have resulted in a loss of my reputation, fines and criminal record. Reve faithfully appeared in court on my behalf every time and secured for me just one year of probation with..."
    Rating:  8.6
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    Adrienne Harbottle

    Adrienne Harbottle

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Divorce & Separation
    Bio: Criminal Attorney who can help you navigate the court process in an honest and understanding way. Also, handles uncontested divorces. Available for the following courts: San Luis Obispo County, Santa Maria, Santa Barbara, Lompoc, Fresno, Visalia a...
    Rating:  6.5
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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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    Laura Ruth Vavakin

    Laura Ruth Vavakin

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
    Review: "She got me out of jail on a case that would of sent me to prison for 27 years, Worked hard on the DA and Judge and never gave up on me. She is a fighter and iam glad she was my lawyer."
    Rating:  6.7
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    Monica Lara Bermudez

    Monica Lara Bermudez

    5.03 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Expungement and more
    Bio: Born and raised in Bakersfield, I am proud to assist my hometown community. I graduated from Foothill High School and then attended Bakersfield College. I earned my degree in English from Fresno State and my Juris Doctorate from San Joaquin Colleg...
    Rating:  8.6
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    Frances C Huey

    Frances C Huey

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 46 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
    Review: "I spoke to Ms. Huey on a cold call and she gave me more information and insight than my paid attorney. Everything that Ms. Huey told me on my sons case was absolutely true and helped me to seek the avenues I needed to seek and also help others"
    Rating:  6.6
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    Ahmad Abu Askar

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    Ahmad Abu Askar

    5.014 reviews
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    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 1 year
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Expungement
    Personalized defense for misdemeanors and DUI charges. Work directly with your attorney from your first consultation through resolution or trial.
    Rating:  6.0
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    Julian Israel Ducre

    Julian Israel Ducre

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 42 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
    Review: "I was 18 by a few days when I was arrested, it was all my family could afford to do to bail me out, Julian Ducre took my case up for substantially less than his competitors, because I truly believe that he is out to make a difference, he worked ..."
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    Mindi Lynn Boulet

    Mindi Lynn Boulet

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 31 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
    Review: "Mindi Boulet represented me during the winter months of '09-'10 on felony charges. She was an effective litigator who took a person interest in my wellfare. If I get in any more legal trouble I hope it's mindi Boulet who defends me."
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    Tracy Y. Toledo

    Tracy Y. Toledo

    4.618 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 32 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Divorce & Separation and more
    Bio: I have been a Trial Attorney for more than 22 years focusing my practice on personal injury, family law and criminal defense. I pride myself on getting to know my clients and their needs. I am a strong advocate for my clients and believe in keepin...
    Rating:  7.4
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    Ethan Atticus Balogh

    Ethan Atticus Balogh

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    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 31 years
    Practice Areas: General Practice, Criminal Defense, Appeals and more
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    Joseph Michael Tysel

    Joseph Michael Tysel

    5.02 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 35 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Car Accidents, Immigration and more
    Review: "Hello Joseph Tysel, i wanted to let you know how much i appreciate you. The moment i hired you, you immediately started working on my case. The main thing i like best of is that you care for your clients and you genuinely do. Your attentiveness is..."
    Rating:  6.5
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    Ashot Manukyan

    Ashot Manukyan

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Employment and Labor
    Review: "The case I use to have back in 2012 was a car accident. The attorney I use to have at that time told me that he is not able to do much about my case and it will take a long time, but I was referred to Mr. Manukyan and he did his best for such a sh..."
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    Christopher Carl Chaney

    Christopher Carl Chaney

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 47 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
    Review: "Christopher has been my attorney and council for 10 years and has represented me in a number of cases relating to drug, DUI, and other criminal cases. The outcome of each has ruled in my favor. His advice is sound and his explanation of possible..."
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    Eugene Lee Godwin

    Eugene Lee Godwin

    4.915 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 25 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
    Bio: I live in Orange County and I grew up in Orange County. My practice has been here my entire career.
    Rating:  8.0
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    Clayton Thomas Robertson

    Clayton Thomas Robertson

    5.03 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 22 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Civil Rights, Litigation
    Bio: • () • Extensive civil and criminal experience, including 18 jury trials, 1 court trial, 1 arbitration, 2 mediations, and more than 120 depositions with a substantial case management and supervisory background. • Criminal defense attorney with sig...
    Rating:  8.6
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    Alex Stuart Bernstein

    Alex Stuart Bernstein

    5.02 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 22 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
    Review: "I had a case with another Attorney representing me. I wanted to know how to change Lawyers because the one appointed to me was a U-Haul truck. Bernstein was approachable, personable, non-judgemental, and sharp. He is always sharp. He shared guidan..."
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    Byron George Danell

    Byron George Danell

    4.36 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 23 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
    Review: "I was charged with a misdemeanor case and I was innocent so I immediately sought legal help. I thought the prices for a misdemeanor case but in life you get what you pay for. Hiring Byron was definitely worth it, after a few court appearances my c..."
    Rating:  6.7
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    Jigar H Patel

    Jigar H Patel

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, General Practice
    Review: "Mr. Patel will take the extra time to discuss your case, go over all possible outcomes, and will make you feel like you are his only case. I was fighting 5 felony charges and although it took over 2 years to come to an end, he got my entire case d..."
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    Michael Christopher Stutz

    Michael Christopher Stutz

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 33 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
    Review: "I was assigned to mr. Stutz through the public defenders office and i am so happy i did! He has kept me out of jail and even helped me negotiate my sentencing to benefit my situation. I did no jail time at all in this case. He goes above and beyon..."
    Rating:  6.7
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    Andrew George Marcellino

    Andrew George Marcellino

    4.414 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 24 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Child Custody, Divorce & Separation and more
    Bio: The Law Offices of Andrew G. Marcellino was established in 2002 in Santa Clara County in the heart of San Jose, California. Certified Family Law Specialist Andrew G. Marcellino is a trusted skilled advocate for your family law and criminal defense...
    Rating:  9.8
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