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San Diego County Has 924 Criminal Defense Attorneys with 7322 Reviews

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Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 50 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Bio: Alan Spears, a highly experienced criminal defense trial attorney practicing since 1975 is committed to the delivery of outstanding legal representation. Alan personally handles each and every case, and develops that most important Client-Attorney...

Rating: 7.4

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San Diego County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury

Bio: Zoi A. Jones recognizes that a close working relationship between attorney and client is essential to quality legal services. An enthusiastic and successful litigator, Zoi is always poised to zealously pursue her clients’ best interests in and out...

Rating: 7.3

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Criminal Defense Lawyers in San Diego County, CA

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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San Diego County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 23 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Federal Crime

Bio: Mr. Ham is a federal and state criminal defense attorney qualified to receive appointments by the United States District Court for the Southern District of California. He has obtained not guilty jury verdicts in the California Superior Court, and ...

Rating: 10

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San Diego County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 28 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Car Accidents, Personal Injury

Bio: San Diego Criminal Defense Attorney San Diego Criminal Defense Attorney, Brian E. Watkins is the founder and principle attorney at Brian E. Watkins & Associates. He graduated from the University of California at Berkeley, one of our nation's top u...

Rating: 9.8

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San Diego County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 45 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Car Accidents, Birth Injury and more

When experience matters most. San Diego attorney Elliott Kanter has served criminal defense and personal injury clients in San Diego for 40 years.

Rating: 9.2

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San Diego County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 25 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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San Diego County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 45 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Divorce & Separation and more

Bio: Give us a call,! FIRST CONSULTATION FREE! Attorney Cynthia Harris was born and raised in Vista, CA and graduated from San Diego State University in 1976 as the Salutatorian. During Attorney Harris' early years of practice, she primarily practiced ...

Rating: 6.7

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San Diego County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

Bio: Jessica McElfresh is a San Diego criminal defense lawyer and founding attorney at McElfresh Law, Inc. Her practice areas include all types of criminal defense including drug and marijuana crimes. She is devoted to defending the rights and protecti...

Rating: 10

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San Diego County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 9 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Adoption

Bio: With nearly a decade of legal experience and hundreds of cases successfully litigated, Allen is a seasoned attorney who delivers results. He has represented clients in courtrooms throughout California, earning a reputation for professionalism, str...

Rating: 7.0

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San Diego County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Immigration and more

Review: "I AM DOROTHY TIU NEED TO HEAR FROM MY ATTONEY ANTIONIO CERVANTES"

Rating: 6.5

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San Diego County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Divorce & Separation and more

Bio: Tanya Robinson, Esq. has been an advocate for her clients her entire career. After working for two of the top family law firms in San Diego, she became a partner at The ERTZ LAW GROUP. Prior to a career practicing law, Tanya was an executive-level...

Rating: 7.0

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San Diego County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family

Bio: I have been an attorney for over six years. I started my career as a Deputy Public Defender with the San Diego County Public Defender's Office. While at the Public Defender's Office, I handled thousands of cases ranging from low level misdemeanors...

Rating: 8.2

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San Diego County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 22 years

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

Bio: Meet Jason Ronis, a highly respected criminal defense attorney based in San Diego. With a proven record of success across Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, and San Bernardino Counties, Mr. Ronis is known for delivering the highest level of criminal ...

Rating: 8.5

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San Diego County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Immigration, Family

Review: "Bita helped me out last minute on my custody case. She reviewed my case with me and helped me understand the process of the hearing day. She represented me on my court date which was a huge relief since I had no clue what I was supposed to say or ..."

Rating: 9.5

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San Diego County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Juvenile, Family

Bio: Laura R. Sheppard is a dedicated criminal defense lawyer in the San Diego area. She handles adult criminal misdemeanors and felonies, from DUI to drug sales and other serious felonies, as well as juvenile delinquency cases. She also has a thriving...

Rating: 7.6

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San Diego County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

Review: "Scott Salmu is an attorney that cares about his clients. While he is handling several cases at once, this attorney makes sure each case is given the full attention needed to get the best outcome possible. The professional staff at Scott Salmu's of..."

Rating: 8.8

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San Diego County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Expungement, Sex Crime and more

Review: "Adriana handle a case for my Son. I contacted her just to follow up and get information . She was able to get him early release and get some charges expunged, that helped him get employment to provide for his family. He's doing well as a result of..."

Rating: 8.3

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San Diego County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 49 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Civil Rights, Litigation and more

Review: "If you have the money to hire Eugene, I suggest you do. He won't take many cases so if you are lucky to be a friend of his, hire him. The only lawyer I know that wants to actually win for you, just not take your money. Great person to know and I w..."

Rating: 10

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San Diego County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years

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

Bio: As a criminal defense practitioner for the last 15 years, I have represented clients in all areas of criminal law, from the most complex cases involving homicide, sexual misconduct, and 3 strikes to common drug possession, driving under the influe...

Rating: 9.5

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San Diego County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 36 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Estate Planning, Trusts and more

Review: "Honest, professional, and kind! Ms. Silva he helped me to clearly understand my situation and the steps I need to take to protect myself. I would hire her in a minute if she was in my district!"

Rating: 8.8

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