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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Review: "She is a wonderful person, and a great attorney. I had asked her to represent me for a case a few years ago and the case was dismissed; saving me time and money. A few months later I had a traffic ticket and my court date was early in the morning...."

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 7 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury

Bio: As an accomplished trial attorney, Angelo J. Reyes is dedicated to providing trusted counsel and advocacy for clients facing complex legal challenges. His client-focused philosophy ensures individualized strategies for each case, whether defending...

Rating: 6.8

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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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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Bio: Benjamin Zicherman was raised in Berkeley, California. He attaneded Tulane University in Louisiana, and then Pace School of Law in New York. When Benjamin is not in Court defending his clients, he enjoys cooking and glass blowing.

Rating: 7.3

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 35 years

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

Bio: Mr. Cohen has nearly 30 years of extensive criminal trial expertise. Gregg Cohen’s longstanding commitment to criminal law is focused on aggressively advocating on a wide variety of complex felony and misdemeanor cases, spanning from state and fed...

Rating: 7.1

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 40 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Review: "My family hired Mr. Karey to represent a family member. My brother is a licensed Real Estate Broker. My brother was allowing our cousin to rent one of the condo residential properties he owned. Our cousin was on federal drug and gun smuggling p..."

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 30 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Review: "There really are not enough words to express the level of gratitude I currently feel, nor can words speak to the sense of relief that came over me as Mr. Keeley moved on my son’s behalf. I have not been able to sleep at night considering the defen..."

Rating: 6.7

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Immigration

Review: "The process to become a permanent resident was smooth, informative, and quick. I appreciated Mr. Reed’s — as well as his team’s professional service and expertise."

Rating: 7.7

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 31 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Violent Crime

Review: "She’s the best been on my case for 6 years strong am counting................................................."

Rating: 7.3

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 26 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Review: "I have an extensive criminal record and have been represented to by everyone from the best money can buy/trial attorneys you read about in the newspapers to the worst of the court appointeds and Arvin is an absolutely magician. He did for me what ..."

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 22 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Review: "Jennifer did a wonderful job. I always felt like she was fighting for me.I'm overall very satisfied with her performance and would like to thank her for her help."

Rating: 7.0

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 38 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Bio: I graduated with Distinction from the University of the Pacific's McGeorge School of Law. During my studies, I held membership in the Traynor Honor Society and received instruction in constitutional law from United States Supreme Court Justice Ant...

Rating: 6.8

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, DUI & DWI and more

Bio: I have extensive experience in Fresno, Kern, SLO, Santa Barabara, Ventura counties with DMV, DUI, and traffic tickets. Get a free consultation regarding any traffic ticket you may have received.

Rating: 7.5

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 11 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Immigration

Review: "So grateful to have found Negar Mohajer! Her professionalism and understanding was beyond what I could ever hope for. Negar first assisted me with a personal expungement, however that branched to several other business related disputes that she to..."

Rating: 7.0

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 26 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Immigration

Review: "Constantine is an amazing family lawyer who worked with me for several years protecting children’s interests. He is experienced, knowledgeable, diligent, ethical, and straightforward. I could not recommend a better lawyer."

Rating: 7.0

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 26 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Review: "Tasha went out of her way to make sure I got the fairest deal/ punishment I could receive when originally they were throwing the book at me. She made extra calls worked on weekends and came to court when she should have been off on certain days."

Rating: 7.1

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Review: "Mr.Stonum handled a couple of cases that I had. Although we did not complete my cases with him he was very helpful and informative. He handled all aspects professionally and seemed truly concerned with my cases."

Rating: 7.3

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket and more

Bio: In addition to working on specific cases for my clients, my current project is to work for what's called "Debt-Free Justice." I became aware of this movement while working on a motion to waive court-imposed fines and fees in a case. The reseach I ...

Rating: 7.0

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 48 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Review: "With his style, grace and knowledge of the law, he would be the only Lawyer I would use. I have had to use a lawyer twice in the past 5 years. On both occasions he was upfront with me, explained everything, best case and worst case scenario, was v..."

Rating: 6.7

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 30 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Review: "George worked on my case for 13 months and helped me out in ways extending out of the courtroom! He was there for my family as well and had our best interest in mind. George was the reason why I am here today!"

Rating: 7.0

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 28 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Review: "I'm glad my son was able to work with Scott. He was there from start to finish. My sons were charged with and went to trial on double murder charges. The case was pretty huge in Fresno, and it seemed as if the odds were stacked against us for many..."

Rating: 7.3

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