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Criminal Defense Attorney near Orinda (Walnut Creek)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years

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

Bio: Pezhman Pakneshan graduated with honors from UCLA and the University of Pennsylvania Law School. Mr. Pakneshan also received a Certificate of Study in Business and Public Policy from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. He is a me...

Rating: 10

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Orinda (Oakland)

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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Criminal Defense Lawyers in Orinda, CA

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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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Criminal Defense Attorney near Orinda (Oakland)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

Bio: In court, Michael Silveira has one objective: to win your case! He believes that everyone accused of a crime deserves the highest quality legal representation. Michael has over 15 years of legal experience, and has handled over 1000 Driving Under ...

Rating: 9.4

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Orinda (Oakland)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 50 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, Consumer Protection and more

Bio: About the firm: We are dedicated to preserving our client's rights and keeping their records clean. Our goal is always dismissal of all charges. We only handle criminal defense cases - and that gives us an expertise beyond other firms.Summit Defen...

Rating: 9.3

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Orinda (Oakland)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Bio: MANJULA MARTIN is a criminal defense attorney at Lamano Law Office. Prior to her work with LLO, she clerked for the San Francisco District Attorney’s office where she worked on domestic violence cases, sexual assault crimes, and felony preliminary...

Rating: 8.8

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Orinda (Berkeley)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

Bio: Mr. Mastro grew up around the Bay Area. He graduated from the Santa Clara University School of Law. He sat for and passed the California State Bar Examination on his first attempt. Thereafter, Mr. Mastro became a Deputy Public Defender in San Joaq...

Rating: 8.2

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Orinda (Oakland)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 28 years

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

Bio: THE HARDEST WORKING ATTORNEY IN THE SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA! "I am a firm believer that our criminal system, while the best in the world, makes every effort to get rid of cases by manipulating citizens into pleading guilty. My job is to stop the go...

Rating: 9.2

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Orinda (Oakland)

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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Criminal Defense Attorney near Orinda (Oakland)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years

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

Review: "Bonnie H Chan, Esq. made the unpleasant experience of going to court into a pleasurable one. She fought hard for me and definitely knows what she is doing! She is absolutely brilliant! She revitalized my waning faith in the justice system. I would..."

Rating: 8.2

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Orinda (Walnut Creek)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Immigration, Asylum

California licensed attorney who enjoys to work with individual clients seeking immigration benefits, as well as with corporations and small businesses intending to hire foreign talent. Founder of KPB Immigration Law Firm PC, a multilingual law fi...

Rating: 7.6

Call for a consultation(415) 592-7216

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Orinda (Oakland)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years

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

Bio: NEIL HALLINAN, a third-generation trial attorney in the San Francisco Bay Area, is the founder and lead attorney at the Hallinan Law Firm, with offices in San Francisco and Oakland. Prior to founding the firm, Mr. Hallinan spent a decade as a publ...

Rating: 8.5

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Orinda (Oakland)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 55 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Review: "The Law Offices of Norton Tooby is the only firm I felt comfortable taking me problem to. He has a ton of experience and really knows what he is doing."

Rating: 8.8

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Orinda (Moraga)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 23 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Mediation

Bio: Samira Nikaein is a distinguished and a seasoned litigator, renowned for her expertise and dedication to justice. She earned her bachelor's degree in psychology from the University of California, Davis, before obtaining her Juris Doctor degree fro...

Rating: 8.4

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Orinda (Oakland)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 24 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, DUI & DWI and more

Bio: Dionne E. Choyce has acquired a great reputation for being a passionate and hardworking trial attorney. His courtroom development began at the University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law, where he helped lead the McGeorge trial competition t...

Rating: 10

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Orinda (Oakland)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 23 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Litigation

Review: "Alanna illustrated her professionalism in three key areas; she was focused on our case, her calm demeanor settled our nerves and she was a straight shooter. Going to court is a nerve wracking and emotional experience. Alanna’s calm and patient dem..."

Rating: 7.8

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Orinda (Walnut Creek)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 48 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Tax Fraud & Tax Evasion, Tax and more

Excellence. Tenacity. Responsiveness. Excellence and Responsiveness in Tax Legal Services. Call Now

Rating: 10

Call for a consultation(925) 472-5717

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Orinda (Walnut Creek)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years

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

Bio: A former prosecutor with over 10 years of extensive trial experience handling criminal cases in both California and New York. I handle all types of criminal cases and always provide detail oriented legal guidance and compassion for all clients.

Rating: 8.6

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Orinda (Walnut Creek)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 32 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Juvenile, Appeals

Bio: The majority of my practice is focused on juvenile law. I am very dedicated and compassionate about representing parent's rights in juvenile court. I am also a parent. When the system accuses a parent of abuse, it is an extremely serious accusatio...

Rating: 8.5

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Orinda (Oakland)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 23 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, State, Local And Municipal Law, Civil Rights

Rating: 8.5

Call for a consultation(510) 328-7451

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Orinda (Walnut Creek)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 53 years

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

Review: "If you’re looking for integrity, professionalism, honesty, and expertise Michael Cardoza is your man. I hired him for a family member. Michael and his entire office are amazing. Despite his many years of practice, and accolades he is down to earth..."

Rating: 10

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