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    Adam Harland Braun

    Adam Harland Braun

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    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 27 years
    Practice Areas:  Litigation, Criminal Defense
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    Ross Allan Stucker

    Ross Allan Stucker

    5.02 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 46 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "I retained Mr. Stucker for a collection case in which a client owed me thousands of dollars. Mr. Stucker worked in a very professional manner and ultimately won my case within a reasonable amount of time. I would highly recommend his services."
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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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    Michael Lawrence Elder

    Michael Lawrence Elder

    3.02 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "He did everything he said he’d do. Very professional and a very good lawyer. He does what’s best for you unlike some attorneys. Definitely recommend him."
    Rating:  8.6
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    Amanda Kathleen Moran

    Amanda Kathleen Moran

    5.010 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 9 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Sex Crime, Appeals and more
    Bio: I practice criminal law almost exclusively, and truly love my job! I am a passionate advocate for my clients, and I believe that every person charged with a crime deserves to have an attorney that they can trust. I value integrity in my representa...
    Rating:  8.6
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    Armen Shaghzo

    Armen Shaghzo

    5.07 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 30 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Bankruptcy & Debt
    Bio: Armen Shaghzo partners at Shaghzo & Shaghzo Law Firm, LP, have combined experience spanning nearly three decades. The firm represent individuals and corporate clients who conduct business in a wide range of areas and who require assistance in a va...
    Rating:  6.7
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    Charles John Smith

    Charles John Smith

    3.26 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 49 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Litigation
    Bio: Charles J. Smith has been one of the leading trial lawyers in the San Francisco Bay Area since the late 1970’s to present. Mr. Smith began his career with the San Mateo County District Attorney’s office in 1978. In 1980 he was elevated to the Majo...
    Rating:  7.9
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    Anthony L. Marcus

    Anthony L. Marcus

    5.033 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 11 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Litigation, Immigration
    Bio: Mr. Marcus has been practicing law as an international attorney since 1989. Mr. Marcus solo trial law practice comprised civil litigation matters in maritime law, commercial transactions, real estate, criminal, contracts, and complex business tran...
    Rating:  6.6
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    Bryan Joseph Hackett

    Bryan Joseph Hackett

    5.02 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Bio: Mr. Hackett studied under Barry Scheck, and others, in the Criminal Defense Clinic at Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law. From August 2006 to May 2007 he interned at the Legal Aid Society in New York City, representing clients on a variety of misde...
    Rating:  6.8
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    Thomas Frederick Mueller

    Thomas Frederick Mueller

    5.02 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 56 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence
    Review: "Had a complicated case. Tom was able to provide me with realistic options to end my case. he was able to reach my goal, with great communication and is on your side!"
    Rating:  7.6
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    Cameron Joaquin Gomez

    Cameron Joaquin Gomez

    5.02 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 9 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Mr Gomez is an amazing attorney. Not only is he very knowledgeable about the law but he has the perfect personality to keep you at ease while you’re dealing with the rollercoaster of emotions that come with facing criminal charges. If you have the..."
    Rating:  7.2
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    Janet Marie O'Neill

    Janet Marie O'Neill

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 35 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
    Review: "Janet was outstanding every step of the way . with all of the confusion and grief following my Father's death in 2015 , j\Janet was a calming , confident presence throughout the ordeal. My brother and I could not have made this process easier on e..."
    Rating:  6.9
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    David Martin Goldstein

    David Martin Goldstein

    3.810 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 41 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Attorney Goldstein was recommended to us by a friend whose mother is a judge. She knew Attorney Goldstein to be the best lawyer she's worked with. My family's case was tricky, having to do with fraud. He was with us every step of the way, answerin..."
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    Peter Lafond Kuykendall

    Peter Lafond Kuykendall

    5.06 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Peter is an outstanding lawyer he really knows what he’s talking about I was really worried about my case in the beginning so I called Peter. Peter told me what to do. I was so worried the whole time probably stressing him out a little bit. He ma..."
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    Lisa Ann Eyanson

    Lisa Ann Eyanson

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 34 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Ms. Eyanson was an integral part of helping me resolve a serious legal matter that dogged me for nearly five years. She shepherded me through a very long process. Thanks in no small part to her representation, ultimately the issues were resolved ..."
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    Danielle Amanda Jones

    Danielle Amanda Jones

    4.84 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 8 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Mrs. Jones represented me during a very complex child custody battle. She was professional and listened to my situation. She took my case knowing that it was going to be difficult and did what another lawyer couldn’t do in 8 years, in less than a ..."
    Rating:  6.8
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    Andrew K. Earl

    Andrew K. Earl

    5.03 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 7 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Car Accidents, DUI & DWI and more
    Bio: Andrew K. Earl of Clovis Law Group LLP now servicing clients in Fresno, Visalia, Hanford, Merced, Madera, Bakersfield areas and throughout California. Andrew K. Earl is an attorney at Clovis Law Group LLP. Mr. Earl focuses his legal practice in th...
    Rating:  6.9
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    Tina Glandian

    Tina Glandian

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    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Litigation
    Rating:  9.3
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    Daryl Dworakowski Anthony

    Daryl Dworakowski Anthony

    5.02 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 35 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Cannabis Law and more
    Bio: I grew up in Madison, New Jersey. I graduated Ithaca College, Ithaca, New York (1987) and Temple University School of Law in Philadelphia, PA in (1990). I worked for a maritime law firm and an insurance company while going to law school. I passed ...
    Rating:  7.8
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    Maxine Iris Dobro

    Maxine Iris Dobro

    5.02 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 44 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Maxine Dobro was our lawyer for my son's juvenile case and she got him into the drug court program instead of him having to go to a juvenile facility. She also defended my husband and I on a medical marijuana case. We were looking at many years, f..."
    Rating:  6.7
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    Dustin Mason Gordon

    Dustin Mason Gordon

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 26 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "The court appointed Mr.Gordon to represent me and the outcome was far better than I was was expecting before Mr.Gordon took my case. He is professional and honest and he is good at what he does!"
    Rating:  7.1
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