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59 lawyers specializing in Criminal Defense are available in the San Luis Obispo, CA area.

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San Luis Obispo has 59 Criminal defense Attorneys with 474 Reviews

  • Jordan Cunningham

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    Cunningham Law Group
    1403 Higuera Street, San Luis Obispo, CA
    5.0 stars 42 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 10  
    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
    Jordan has successfully tried dozens of criminal cases before juries and judges. His experience as a former prosecutor gives him a unique perspective from both the prosecution and defense standpoints. Call us today at (805) 706-8917 for a free con...

    Practice area
    50% Criminal defense, 50% DUI and DWI

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    Free Consultation
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    30 minutes

    License
    CA, Active since 2004

  • Gregory Gillett

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    Gillett Law, APC
    1042 Palm Street, 2nd Floor, San Luis Obispo, CA
    5.0 stars 17 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 10  
    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
    Committed To Serving Families, Individuals, & Businesses With Straightforward & Honest Advice.

    Practice area
    20% Criminal defense, 30% Family, 30% Divorce and separation, and more.

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    License
    CA, Active since 2003

  • Kit Westbrook

    1301 Chorro St. Suite A, San Luis Obispo, CA
    5.0 stars 31 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 10  
    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
    I have spent my entire career fighting for people who are being charged with crimes.  If you are facing criminal charges do not lose hope and do not be cripped by fear. I can help.  I have assmebled a small team of like-minded criminal defense att...
  • Kara Stein-Conaway

    Stein-Conaway Law Firm
    1045 Mill Street, San Luis Obispo, CA
    5.0 stars 42 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 10  
    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
    I am a criminal defense attorney who helps adults accused of crimes in San Luis Obispo County protect themselves and their futures. My practice is exclusive to San Luis Obispo County and exclusive to criminal defense representation. My knowledge o...
  • Peter Depew

    The Law Office of Peter Depew
    1119 Palm St., San Luis Obispo, CA
    5.0 stars 44 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 10  
    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
    Peter Depew is a veteran of the United States Army, a graduate of Pepperdine University School of Law, and a former clerk to the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Rwanda. He is a member of the Surfrider Foundation’s Legal Issues Team and enjoy...
  • Matthew Kraut

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    The Law Office of Matthew Kraut
    956 Walnut Street, Suite K, San Luis Obispo, CA
    5.0 stars 45 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 8.6  
    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
    I've played and followed sports my whole life. Basketball was my favorite early on. But now I play/follow them all. My athletic experiences have taught me how to compete, which is a skill I use as a lawyer. These days you'll likely find me on ...

    Practice area
    25% Criminal defense, 75% DUI and DWI

    Cost
    Free Consultation
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    30 minutes

    License
    CA, Active since 1992

  • George O'Neill

    O'Neill & Woolpert Attorneys
    1014 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, CA
    5.0 stars 42 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 9.5  
    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
    The DUI is tough but unless you know about everything coming your way you could really get hammered.

    Practice area
    5% Criminal defense, 95% DUI and DWI

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    CA, Active since 1975

  • William Aron

    Aron Law Firm
    505 Higuera Street, San Luis Obispo, CA
    5.0 stars 64 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 10  
    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
    William M. Aron is a graduate from the Duke University School of Law and an active member of the California State Bar. While at Duke University, Mr. Aron also earned an M.A. in Psychology, authoring a paper examining the efficacy of polygraph exam...
  • Guy Galambos

    Stein, Casciola & Galambos, LLP
    1119 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, CA
    5.0 stars 12 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 9.3  
    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
    My firm defends clients charged with crimes in San Luis Obispo County, exclusively.  We do not practice any other type of law and we do not practice in any other counties.  Protect your future by retaining one of our attorneys at Casciola and Gala...
  • William Redell

    Central Coast Criminal Defense
    867 Pacific St. #220, San Luis Obispo, CA
    5.0 stars 2 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 9.9  
    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
    If you are facing criminal charges on the Central Coast of California, in Santa Barbara or San Luis Obispo counties you should call me.  I have bee practicing criminal defense locally for nearly two decades.  My local experience and my familarity ...
  • James Askew

    Tri Counties Criminal Defense
    1301 Chorro Street, Suite A, Ste. # 220, San Luis Obispo, CA
    5.0 stars 6 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 8.6  
    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
    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 sca...
  • Adrienne Haddad

    Central Coast Criminal Defense
    1301 Chorro Street, Ste A, San Luis Obispo, CA
    5.0 stars 7 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 8.0  
    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
    Review: “I was originally charged with a DUI and thanks to Adrienne Haddad, it is now a Wet and Reckless along with DUI terms which I was more than happy to except. She was extremely helpful and understanding throughout the entire...
  • Paul Greco

    Paul Greco Law
    956 Walnut St., Suite 201, San Luis Obispo, CA
    5.0 stars 18 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 8.2  
    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
    Paul Greco is formerly one of the top criminal prosecutors on the Central Coast. He is now dedicated to using his vast expertise in criminal law to vindicate the rights of his clients. Paul has been practicing law since 2002 when he graduated from...
  • Louis Koory

    Mission Law Center
    1026 Palm St Ste 212, San Luis Obispo, CA
    5.0 stars 2 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 9.3  
    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
    Mission Law Center was founded by attorney Louis Koory. Lou is a graduate of UC Santa Barbara and Loyola Law School. Lou has been practicing law since 1990.   Lou began his career working as a law clerk and attorney for Girardi, Keese and Crane in...
  • Maurice Bettencourt

    1302 Marsh Street, San Luis Obispo, CA
    5.0 stars 1 review
    Avvo Rating: 7.7  
    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
    Robert Bettencourt received his doctorate in the law in 1992, having graduated with high honors from McGeorge School of Law in Sacramento. Over his 20-year career Mr. Bettencourt has successfully taken many cases to jury trial and resolved numerou...
  • Jeffrey Stulberg

    Jeffrey D. Stulberg Law Office
    1042 Palm St 2nd FL, San Luis Obispo, CA
    4.0 stars 5 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 8.0  
    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
    Mr. Stulberg has been involved in a high-energy litigation practice involving the prosecution and defense of more than 1,000 personal injury, professional malpractice, employment law, product liability, and criminal defense cases.
  • Jeffrey Stein

    Stein-Conaway Law Firm, PC
    1045 Mill Street, San Luis Obispo, CA
    5.0 stars 11 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 8.0  
    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
    My long standing in local criminal law practice brings you the benefit of my deep knowledge of the local practices and approaches that make the difference in getting the results you want. My time is devoted to fully understanding your concerns, yo...
  • Scott Taylor

    Taylor Defense Firm
    679 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo, CA
    5.0 stars 13 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 10  
    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
    I started the Taylor Defense Firm in 2014.  I began my litigation career at the Public Defenders Office in Kansas City, MO.  I represented indigent clients ranging from DUI and drug cases to rape, robbery, and murder.  In 2010, I was challenged by...
  • Tracey Milan

    The Law Office of Trace Milan
    3940-7 Broad Street Suite 318, San Luis Obispo, CA
    4.5 stars 11 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 7.5  
    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
    Prior to his formal education Mr. Milan enlisted in the United States Navy where he served as a ceremonial drill team commander and  field corpsman/combat medic with the United States Marine Corps during Operation Desert Shield / Desert Storm.   F...
  • Steven Rice

    Law Office of Steven D. Rice
    PO Box 28, San Luis Obispo, CA
    5.0 stars 3 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 6.9  
    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
    Review: “I was represented by Mr. Rice in a case where the district attorney charged me with 14 serious felony and misdemeanor counts. Mr. Rice fought for me from the beginning of the case to the end of the trial, and I was found...

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