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    Michael Marty Purpura

    Michael Marty Purpura

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    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 28 years
    Practice Areas:  Appeals, Litigation, Criminal Defense and more
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    Zach Anthony Sky Brooks

    Zach Anthony Sky Brooks

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 3 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Bio: I'm a criminal defense attorney based in San Diego, practicing in both state and federal court. I represent clients facing misdemeanor and felony charges, including DUI, domestic violence, drug offenses, and more. I'm committed to clear communicat...
    Rating:  5.8
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    Criminal Defense Lawyers in California

    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 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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    Christopher Patrick Welch

    Christopher Patrick Welch

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    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 22 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and more
    Bio: Mr. Welch has the experience, local knowledge, aggressiveness and tact to obtain the best result possible for you. The Law Office of Christopher P. Welch handles all criminal felony and misdemeanor cases. Including: DUI/Theft/License Issues/Drug C...
    Rating:  4.8
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    Douglas Russell Hayes

    Douglas Russell Hayes

    3.73 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 54 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and more
    Bio: We will always work for the best available result for you, our client. We will not make promises that cannot be kept. Having been a criminal defense attorney for over 35 years, I understand the realities and will not promote litigation for my own ...
    Rating:  8.1
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    Zachary Paul Newhouse

    Zachary Paul Newhouse

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    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Rating:  7.6
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    Amie Danielle Rooney

    Amie Danielle Rooney

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    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 24 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
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    Michael David Pimentel

    Michael David Pimentel

    5.02 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 1 year
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Thank you so much Mike! For being upfront and honest and trust worthy. I recommend him ! He knows what he’s talking about and has the confidence to get the job done. On point with calls ,& court dates. I’m really satisfied with our deal we were ab..."
    Rating:  5.8
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    George Albert Alspaugh

    George Albert Alspaugh

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 31 years
    Practice Areas:  Estate Planning, Family, Personal Injury and more
    Review: "I was recommended to see George by a friend who's family has used him for legal advice and assistance in administrating many estates, trusts, etc. George is professional, courteous, and makes no issue with telling you how it is. My personal cas..."
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    Neal Kevin Hyman

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    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 29 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Construction & Development and more
    Bio: I am a native of Nevada growing up in Reno and living in Las Vegas/Henderson for 15 years. I practice mainly in personal injury, but also handle construction defects, real estate, criminal defense, employment (wrongful termination/discrimination),...
    Rating:  8.6
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    Kurt Jenal Seibert

    Kurt Jenal Seibert

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    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 41 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
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    Albert Camacho

    Albert Camacho

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    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 31 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Rating:  7.6
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    Scott Eric Chu

    Scott Eric Chu

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "I hired Mr. Chu in a criminal matter that involved a false false accusation against me in the work place. I was in a desperate situation to clear my name and save my job. The accusation alone ruined not only my reputation but could have resulted i..."
    Rating:  6.2
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    Randal Alan Whitecotton

    Randal Alan Whitecotton

    5.03 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 34 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Litigation, Family and more
    Bio: Personal Injury Attorney, Criminal Defense & DUI Attorney. Family Law Attorney
    Rating:  7.0
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    Aric Miles Bright

    Aric Miles Bright

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    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Juvenile
    Rating:  7.6
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    Eduard Lazar

    Eduard Lazar

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    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Rating:  7.9
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    Steven F. Gruel

    Steven F. Gruel

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    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 40 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Immigration, White Collar Crime and more
    Rating:  8.9
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    Justine Palaschak Avtjoglou

    Justine Palaschak Avtjoglou

    2.52 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Appeals
    Bio: Over 12 years of experience exclusively in criminal defense and criminal appeals. Strong, energetice, highly experienced, and persuasive. Known in the courthouse as a relentless and dedicated advocate. Litigated over 10,000 criminal cases. Experie...
    Rating:  7.4
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    Shannon Rene Smith

    Shannon Rene Smith

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Appeals and more
    Review: "I have had the pleasure of working with Ms. Smith for several years. I am a criminal defense attorney myself and routinely hire Ms. Smith to handle cases. She is tenacious and thorough and gets excellent results. I refer others to her and always g..."
    Rating:  7.8
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    Chleora Aglipay Franco

    Chleora Aglipay Franco

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 25 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Juvenile and more
    Review: "Yoyi is a passionate and very talented attorney. She has a compassion for the people she works for and makes it clear that she will do her best to get you the best possible outcome. Her attention to detail is accurate but also finds the things tha..."
    Rating:  6.6
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    James Patrick Murphy

    James Patrick Murphy

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 9 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Appeals, DUI & DWI and more
    Review: "A colleague and I spoke to James about some questions that we had regarding a criminal case. James was very helpful and to-the-point, and it's clear that he is extremely knowledgeable about criminal proceedings."
    Rating:  6.3
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