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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 39 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Appeals, DUI & DWI

Bio: "I chose criminal defense as a specialty, because I see the greater need for quality attorneys in this field. The power of the state is enormous, and it is critical for justice in America that we have aggressive and honest defense counsel protecti...

Rating: 8.9

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 47 years

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

Review: "One of the most honest lawyers I’ve talked to so far. I’ve talked to so many about getting my friend resentenced after serving 27 years on a LWOP. I think Mr. Stein could be the guy to bring him home!"

Rating: 9.0

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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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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 31 years

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

Bio: Mr. Dinari graduated in 1992 from Western State University, College of Law in Fullerton, California and immediatley passed the California State Bar Exam. Knowing that he wanted to assist people in need, Mr. Dinari began his practice assisting indi...

Rating: 9.0

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

Bio: For many years I worked for a big criminal defense firm in Los Angeles. While working at the firm, I handled over 750 DUI cases and DMV hearings, and more than 300 other criminal matters, which included drugs, theft, sexual and violent crimes. By ...

Rating: 10

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

Review: "An attorney who genuinely cares and will use every bit of ammo to support you and your case . She helped me more than I expected !!"

Rating: 7.4

Call for a consultation(760) 691-2157

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 40 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence, Sex Crime and more

Bio: Prior to entering private practice Ben Schiff was a deputy public defender in Riverside County for 11 years where he worked his way up to trial attorney for some of the most serious and difficult cases: Violent felonies including murders, attempte...

Rating: 8.9

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 9 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Bio: Prior to becoming an criminal attorney, I worked at the district attorney's office, realizing where I can truely fight for justice. I learned the most important thing was fighting for my clients rights. Having had my own negative experience with a...

Rating: 9.2

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 38 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence, Violent Crime and more

Bio: For more than 28 years, David M. Wallin has dedicated his legal career to helping everyday people, everyday, to get the best possible legal defense. His firm has handled 100's of criminal cases involving drug crimes, DUI, theft crimes, child moles...

Rating: 8.9

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 47 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Civil Rights, Personal Injury

Review: "A legal sniper with 360° vision. Devastatingly knowledgeable. Thinks in multiple dimensions while most are still reading the rulebook. Then hands you a clear, numbered roadmap to victory."

Rating: 9.8

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California 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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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Lawsuits & Disputes

Review: "He was very helpfully and understood my situation. Gave me clear and helpful advice"

Rating: 9.2

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 32 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Appeals

Review: "Absolutely I would recommend this attorney any and every time. When you're going in and meeting with attorneys you don't know what to expect, unless you know an attorney. We did not know Mr. Frederick before this. He is who he says he is. Mark Fre..."

Rating: 8.9

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Litigation and more

Bio: Balali Law is dedicated to helping and protecting the rights of our clients. We vigorously pursue the just outcome our clients deserve. We handle each case with transparency and intergity.

Rating: 9.3

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 32 years

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

Bio: Because You Deserve The Best Murrieta - Temecula criminal defense attorney Karen E. Lockhart has one of the most widely recognized names in the Riverside County criminal justice system. Since 1993 she has devoted her practice to Criminal Law and h...

Rating: 9.6

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 24 years

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

Bio: James McGee is a former prosecutor and an experienced criminal defense attorney specializing in cases involving complex violent crimes. A graduate of Loyola Law School, Mr. McGee has been practicing for almost twenty years focusing on the practice...

Rating: 10

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 37 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Bio: For the past two and a half decades, Douglas Rappaport has been practicing criminal law in both state and federal courts throughout the Western United States. Known for his relentless, thorough, ethical, and compassionate representation, Mr. Rappa...

Rating: 9.0

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 31 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, White Collar Crime

Bio: Kenney Legal Defense is a California criminal defense firm representing clients throughout Orange County, San Diego County, and Southern California in serious criminal matters, including DUI defense, federal criminal charges, and complex misdemean...

Rating: 9.8

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 23 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Violent Crime, DUI & DWI

Bio: Andrew Limberg is an experienced and knowledgeable criminal defense attorney. When you hire Andrew Limberg as your lawyer, you get both a counselor and an advocate dedicated solely to your defense. He will inform you of what to expect at every sta...

Rating: 10

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years

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

Bio: Lisa O. Nelson joined the Law Offices of A. Lavar Taylor in 2013. Mrs. Nelson was recently added as the Firm's first partner in 2015. Mrs. Nelson began her legal career in private practice working for a boutique San Diego tax controversy law firm....

Rating: 10

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 59 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Bio: Alan Fenster is a veteran trial attorney. Many years of dedicated service to clients throughout Southern California has earned him wide recognition as a hard charging, energetic, and sharp witted defender. He is well respected by judges and equall...

Rating: 9.2

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