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    Brian Paul Funk

    Brian Paul Funk

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 42 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury
    Review: "I was facing four federal charges, which could have culminated to, life in prison. Mr. Funk suggested we go to trial. It took six months but we won the trial, with a total acquittal, on all charges. I am now living free and I owe my freedom to him."
    Rating:  9.8
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    Jeffrey Brian Raven

    Jeffrey Brian Raven

    5.03 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 24 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and more
    Bio: A criminal lawyer since 2001, Jeff Raven has dedicated his legal career to defending persons charged with all levels of criminal misconduct. Mr. Raven graduated from UCLA undergrad with honors: earning degrees in Political Science and Business. He...
    Rating:  9.4
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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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    Lee I Blumen

    Lee I Blumen

    5.02 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 37 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Health Care
    Bio: Mental Health & Addiction Law Treatment & Diversion Programs • Mental Health Advocacy • Criminal Defense • Conservatorships My practice focuses exclusively on providing legal representation and consultation to families and individuals where untrea...
    Rating:  9.3
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    Patrick Dudley

    Patrick Dudley

    5.023 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 26 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Bio: I am a criminal defense attorney with a boutique practice out of San Diego who practices throughout California. I pride myself in my communication with my clients. I will exhaust every possible avenue to achieve the best outcome for my clients' ca...
    Rating:  8.3
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    Steven John Rease

    Steven John Rease

    5.02 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 47 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Mr. Rease was my son's lawyer in 2011. He never missed a court date, always returned my phone calls. When ever he said he was going to meet with my son he did. He fought very hard to help my son's case. He is not only just considered our lawyer bu..."
    Rating:  9.0
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    Chris Peter Andrian

    Chris Peter Andrian

    5.04 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 53 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Mr. Andrian will do his absolute best to deliver the most beneficial outcome in your situation. He has been practicing law in the Sonoma County area for a lifetime and has working relationships with everyone in the criminal justice system. Do no..."
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    Michael Larson Stuart

    Michael Larson Stuart

    5.039 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Family
    Bio: Attorney Michael Stuart has vast experience in handling all kinds of criminal matters, including DUI cases and their implications on one's privilege to drive. He is successful in challenging all types of DMV hearings relating to suspensions and re...
    Rating:  8.4
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    Peter Parrish Hardin

    5.02 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, White Collar Crime
    Bio: With a career spanning military service, federal prosecution, and elite private practice, Peter Hardin leverages nearly 20 years of litigation experience to protect his clients’ rights and freedom. After earning his J.D. from The George Washington...
    Rating:  7.2
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    Kristina Lynn Kliszewski

    Kristina Lynn Kliszewski

    5.012 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 28 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
    Review: "When I first interviewed Kristina, I found her to be an excellent listener and a compassionate person. She was very patient as I told my story and she comprehended the facts of the case instantly. She also took the time to ask about any personal b..."
    Rating:  8.5
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    Daniel Scott Moffatt

    Daniel Scott Moffatt

    4.610 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Bio: Mr. Moffatt will ensure that your rights and interests are protected at all stages of the criminal process. As a former prosecutor and public defender, Mr. Moffatt brings a wealth of knowledge and perspective in defending criminal matters. Mr. Mof...
    Rating:  9.3
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    Daniel Vicente Cota

    Daniel Vicente Cota

    5.02 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, DUI & DWI and more
    Bio: Daniel prides himself in going the extra mile, to make sure that his clients receive the best legal representation possible. He is always accessible and is never too busy to return a phone call. Moreover, Daniel will devote his time and energy int...
    Rating:  9.7
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    Gregory Ian McMurray

    Gregory Ian McMurray

    5.021 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 27 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, DUI & DWI and more
    Bio: Gregory McMurray has been practicing law in California for more than 13 years and has significant trial and courtroom experience. During his legal career, he has handled more than 3000 cases and has argued over 250 motions . He has also has extens...
    Rating:  8.3
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    Alisha A. Wood

    Alisha A. Wood

    5.055 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Immigration and more
    Bio: Alisha A. Wood received a Bachelors degree in Biology from the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville in 2005. Ms. Wood attended law school at Whittier Law School in Orange County, CA where she received her law degree. During her time in law school ...
    Rating:  9.3
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    Ross Bennett Erlich

    Ross Bennett Erlich

    5.09 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and more
    Bio: Attorney Ross Erlich has been practicing criminal law since his admission to the Bar and works in all courts located in Southern California. Mr. Erlich handles all cases ranging from DUI and other misdemeanors to major felonies. Ross’ experience e...
    Rating:  9.2
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    Lauren Kelly Johnson-Norris

    Lauren Kelly Johnson-Norris

    5.031 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 22 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and more
    Bio: With more than a decade of experience in criminal court, Lauren K Johnson has earned an outstanding reputation as one of Orange County's most aggressive and effective criminal defense attorneys. Ms. Johnson has the experience and skill to evaluate...
    Rating:  10
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    Gregory Francisco Gillett

    Gregory Francisco Gillett

    5.017 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 22 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Divorce & Separation and more
    Bio: Meet Gregory Gillett. Greg was born and raised in Central California. He attended college at the University of California, San Diego and law school at the University of California, Davis. Dr. Gillett received his Doctor of Education from the Unive...
    Rating:  10
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    Robert Michael Helfend

    Robert Michael Helfend

    4.419 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 41 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Federal Crime
    Review: "Robert Helfend was such a helpful attorney! I wouldn't have ever made it through my marijuana possession case without him. He really took time to understand my case, and find all of the evidence he needed to get me acquitted. I highly recommend hi..."
    Rating:  8.6
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    Robert Marshall Sanger

    Robert Marshall Sanger

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 52 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, Securities & Investment Fraud and more
    Bio: Robert M. Sanger - born Arlington, Virginia, 1949; Admitted to Practice Law: 1973, California; 1974, U.S. District Court, Northern, Central, Eastern and Southern Districts of California; District of Arizona; Western District of Oklahoma; 1975, U.S...
    Rating:  10
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    Rana Parsanj

    Rana Parsanj

    5.03 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Juvenile, Expungement
    Bio: Rana has worked throughout California representing clients in their criminal cases for the past several years. As a former public defender and a dedicated courtroom advocate Rana consistently provides his clients with the representation they need ...
    Rating:  9.1
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    Gerritt Adrian Rutgers

    Gerritt Adrian Rutgers

    5.06 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 35 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Juvenile
    Bio: While you can hire just about anyone to be your criminal defense lawyer, peace of mind comes with hiring an attorney who has extensive experience and is a certified specialist in criminal defense. A specialist is one who has gone beyond the standa...
    Rating:  8.9
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