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    48 criminal defense lawyers serve Goleta, CA. Compare the best based on 606+ reviews and detailed profiles. Related practice areas and nearby towns in Santa Barbara County are listed below.

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    Don Francis Heiduk

    Don Francis Heiduk

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    6025 Paseo Palmilla, Goleta, CA
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 32 years
    Practice Areas:  Litigation, Criminal Defense, Insurance and more
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    William C. Makler

    William C. Makler

    5.0209 reviews
    Criminal Defense Attorney near Goleta (Santa Barbara)
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 29 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
    Bio: Mr. Makler is the only Santa Barbara lawyer that has been awarded the top rating (A-V) by Martindale-Hubbell (since 2013), 10 out of 10 by avvo (since 2010) and who is also ranked in the Nation's Top 1% by the National Association of Distinguished...
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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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    John Jeff Chambliss

    John Jeff Chambliss

    4.968 reviews
    Criminal Defense Attorney near Goleta (Santa Barbara)
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 38 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Expungement and more
    Review: "John Jeff Chambliss handled my case and appeared on my behalf in San Louis Obispo County. He had to appear in court several times on my behalf and always gave me updates about what was happening. I sought my case to the very end. His instruction t..."
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    Christy Horowitz

    Christy Horowitz

    5.020 reviews
    Criminal Defense Attorney near Goleta (Santa Barbara)
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Bio: Experienced trial attorney with a demonstrated history in the field of criminal law as a previous prosecutor and current criminal defense attorney.
    Rating:  10
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    William Michael Aron

    William Michael Aron

    4.965 reviews
    Criminal Defense Attorney near Goleta (Santa Barbara)
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, White Collar Crime and more
    Bio: William M. Aron is a graduate from theDuke University School of Lawand an active member of the California State Bar. While atDuke University, Mr.Aronalso earned an M.A. in Psychology, authoring a paper examining the efficacy of polygraph examinati...
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    Douglas Hugh Ridley

    Douglas Hugh Ridley

    4.931 reviews
    Criminal Defense Attorney near Goleta (Santa Barbara)
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 27 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Sex Crime and more
    Bio: Doug Ridley has experience with thousands of criminal cases and over 25 years in practice. We truly care about you, your family, your future, and your experience dealing with your case. Doug and his team of criminal defense attorneys serve clients...
    Rating:  9.9
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    Sanford Horowitz

    Sanford Horowitz

    4.933 reviews
    Criminal Defense Attorney near Goleta (Santa Barbara)
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence, DUI & DWI and more
    Bio: Horowitz Law was established by the husband and wife legal team of Sanford and Christy Horowitz. Sanford and Christy are extremely skilled and effective trial lawyers with experience, energy and compassion. Their partnership as husband and wife un...
    Rating:  8.8
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    Dennis Gene Merenbach

    Dennis Gene Merenbach

    4.715 reviews
    Criminal Defense Attorney near Goleta (Santa Barbara)
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 59 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Estate Planning and more
    Bio: When it comes to experience and results, few Santa Barbara attorneys can match Dennis Merenbach’s achievements. Merenbach has delivered successful outcomes for 1000’s of clients and has an impressive array of legal accomplishments that go far beyo...
    Rating:  10
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    Steven Rudolph Andrade

    Steven Rudolph Andrade

    4.713 reviews
    Criminal Defense Attorney near Goleta (Santa Barbara)
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 47 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, DUI & DWI
    Bio: "A Passion for the Law, Compassion for Our Clients" regardless of whether you come to us because you have been seriously injured or arrested for a crime. At Andrade Law Offices in Santa Barbara, we are committed to providing positive results in cr...
    Rating:  10
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    Gregory Ian McMurray

    Gregory Ian McMurray

    5.021 reviews
    Criminal Defense Attorney near Goleta (Santa Barbara)
    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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    Michael Dale Troy

    Michael Dale Troy

    5.05 reviews
    Criminal Defense Attorney near Goleta (Santa Barbara)
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 24 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury
    Review: "Our family has utilized Michael Troy for many different legal issues over the past several years. Hes advised us on minor issues such as landlord/tenant problems, as well as more serious criminal issues. All situations have been resolved in our fa..."
    Rating:  8.3
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    Robert Francis Landheer

    Robert Francis Landheer

    5.04 reviews
    Criminal Defense Attorney near Goleta (Santa Barbara)
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 44 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Violent Crime, Domestic Violence and more
    Bio: Mr. Landheer first worked as an associate attorney in the early 80s with the Law Office of Richard Peterson in Mendocino County, California. He tried major felony cases and successfully exonerated his client in his first homicide trial. He also as...
    Rating:  9.9
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    James Richard Askew

    James Richard Askew

    4.08 reviews
    Criminal Defense Attorney near Goleta (Santa Barbara)
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 25 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence
    Bio: I have dedicated the last twenty years of my professional career to the Criminal Justice system, helping those unfortunate enough to find themselves in our criminal justice system. It is an intimidating and overwhelming process, and it is a scarey...
    Rating:  8.6
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    Danielle Lauren De Smeth

    Danielle Lauren De Smeth

    5.09 reviews
    Criminal Defense Attorney near Goleta (Santa Barbara)
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Employment & Labor and more
    Bio: Danielle De Smeth has experience with a wide range of legal matters, from personal injury to complex environmental litigation to criminal law. No matter the case, Danielle fiercely represents her clients in court. While working for Bamieh & De Sme...
    Rating:  10
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    Rachel Bronwyn Eeles

    Rachel Bronwyn Eeles

    5.027 reviews
    Criminal Defense Attorney near Goleta (Santa Barbara)
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, DUI & DWI and more
    Bio: Rachel Eeles specializes in criminal defence. Rachel represents clients at every stage of the criminal process from interrogation, arraignment, preliminary hearing, trial, sentencing and appeal. Being arrested and charged with a crime can be one o...
    Rating:  7.9
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    Daniel K. Simon

    Daniel K. Simon

    5.011 reviews
    Criminal Defense Attorney near Goleta (Santa Barbara)
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 41 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Workers Compensation and more
    Bio: Born Los Angeles, California, December 1, 1956.Admitted to State Bar of California, 1984; Admitted U.S. District Court, Central District of California, 1985; Admitted to practice before the U.S. Supreme Court, 1994.Education: University of Califor...
    Rating:  9.8
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    Richard Addison Steele

    Richard Addison Steele

    5.01 review
    Criminal Defense Attorney near Goleta (Santa Barbara)
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 28 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "As being a former client of his, Addison is one of the best at making an ugly situation turn beautiful. He know how to win and most of all he want to win. He will be honest with you and will always put you in the best situation as he can. I AM FRE..."
    Rating:  7.8
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    Russell Brown

    Russell Brown

    5.01 review
    Criminal Defense Attorney near Goleta (Santa Barbara)
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 11 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and more
    Bio: DUI and criminal defense attorney. We are not a factory defense firm. Because we have fewer cases, we can devote more time to each client. Our services are reasonably priced and we do not overcharge for simple matters. Customized Criminal Defense ...
    Rating:  8.7
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    Tracey Rangel Cruz

    Tracey Rangel Cruz

    4.817 reviews
    Criminal Defense Attorney near Goleta (Santa Barbara)
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 26 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody and more
    Review: "Compassionate and understanding are words that best fit Tracey and her dealing with my case. The results obtained by Tracey could well have been life changing, she’s capable of reading your enemy’s mind, she’s decisive and knows how to knock..."
    Rating:  9.0
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    Douglas Michael Black

    Douglas Michael Black

    5.09 reviews
    Criminal Defense Attorney near Goleta (Santa Barbara)
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Construction & Development and more
    Bio: Doug is a father of five, a former private pilot, a certified diver, cyclist, marathon runner, triathlete and snowboarder. He was a licensed California Contractor for over 25 years.
    Rating:  7.1
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