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    Ashley Daniel

    Ashley Daniel

    5.08 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 9 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Ashley simply changed my life. Not only is he a great person, but he keeps things real and positive. He knows the system incredibly well and navigates its very confidently. I can’t reccomend him enough, and I’m so grateful to have had him represen..."
    Rating:  6.5
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    Kenneth Scott Morrison

    Kenneth Scott Morrison

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 36 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Mr. Morrison is with the Alternate Defenders Office and was assigned to my case when I was no longer able to pay for my own defense. Mr. Morrison always responded quickly when I needed to speak to him and kept me up to date on all the proceedings..."
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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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    Shawn B Collins

    Shawn B Collins

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Bio: I was born in Detroit, MI. I moved to the Bay in 2000 and finished law school at UC-Hastings in San Francisco. I am very familiar with Bay Area criminal justice. I've practiced in front of many Judges and opposed many DAs, in most of the courthous...
    Rating:  7.2
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    Amanda Christine Massimini

    Amanda Christine Massimini

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 11 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "She’s the best attorney ever she made everything quickly go by.I would recommend her to anyone and everyone. If you need an attorney I would call her."
    Rating:  6.9
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    Daniel Moossai

    Daniel Moossai

    5.015 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 5 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury
    Bio: I am driven to help others overcome personal obstacles and help ordinary people navigate through the legal system.
    Rating:  6.1
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    Matthew Evan Cuthbertson

    Matthew Evan Cuthbertson

    5.02 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Mr. Cuthbertson is truly one of the best lawyers I have ever met. I have been involved with many lawyers and unfortunately most of them they were there just because of money. He answered my emails right back every time I sent him an email. He tal..."
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    Daniel Everett Cook

    Daniel Everett Cook

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 40 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Mr Cook's professionalism and expertise does not go unnoticed. He answered all of my questions, and was completely transparent throughout the process. Unfortunately I put myself in a position to need representation, but Im glad I found Mr Cook!"
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    Mark Gregory Saatjian

    Mark Gregory Saatjian

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years
    Practice Areas:  Litigation, Criminal Defense
    Review: "Ive never had a chance and i actually am out from a felony praise worthy and idk what is going on ....maybe it might be the good Lord as well knowing that the witness lied.. thankyou Mark see you on the 3rd"
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    Brandon Jonas Lu

    Brandon Jonas Lu

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 22 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Real Estate and more
    Review: "No is always a yes with Lu. Did an amazing job on my high profile case. Stayed & was well aware of the process. Would hire when possible :) Easy as tea time."
    Rating:  7.4
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    Melinda A. Gomez

    Melinda A. Gomez

    5.04 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Child Custody and more
    Bio: Melinda received her Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Philosophy from the University of California at Davis. While at UC Davis she was actively involved in local non-profits assisting survivors of Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault with...
    Rating:  8.8
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    Richard Lansburgh

    Richard Lansburgh

    4.85 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 30 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury
    Review: "Richard handled a case for me many years ago and did an excellent job. I recently had a consult with him with a friend, who needed attorney representation, and Richard proved to be very responsive and knowledgeable. His rates are quite reasonable...."
    Rating:  6.7
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    Robert Selden Brewer Jr

    Robert Selden Brewer Jr

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    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 50 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
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    Jerome H. Mooney

    Jerome H. Mooney

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    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 53 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Litigation, Entertainment and more
    Rating:  8.6
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    Robin Ann Packel

    Robin Ann Packel

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 32 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "My friend had a very difficult Federal case that he had been struggling with for several decades. He had been held by Federal parole for several years longer than he should have. Ms. Packel's dedication, concern and hard work resolved his case v..."
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    Rahel Eden Kent

    Rahel Eden Kent

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 37 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Business
    Review: "Rahel Kent is on top of things! I was hit by a vehicle in Los Angeles last year; I decided to hire Rahel when another lawyer made a colossal mess out of my case and nearly caused me to miss some deadlines. Rahel coached me through getting things b..."
    Rating:  6.7
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    Raymond George Aragon

    Raymond George Aragon

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 46 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "This attorney has nerves of steel, I believe because he is extremely knowledgeable and has a cool, calm and very professional demeanor, and therefore instills the utmost confidence in himself by his clients, and most of all he treats his clients w..."
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    Brenda Carol Andrade

    Brenda Carol Andrade

    5.05 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 36 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Personal Injury
    Review: "Ms. Andrade is the most efficient, organized, brilliant advocate I have ever witnessed in my 55 years of life. Whomever has the privilege of having her presentation has already won. Thank you Brenda! You’re the best!"
    Rating:  6.8
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    Harvey Leonard Ziff

    Harvey Leonard Ziff

    4.47 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 58 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury
    Review: "With Harvey Ziff you are in very good hands. He is very organized, patient, walks you through everything, straight to the point and makes sure you understand what’s going on. I was very lucky to be his client and his doctors helped me recover afte..."
    Rating:  6.5
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    Roberto Cruz Evangelista

    Roberto Cruz Evangelista

    5.02 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 27 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Whoever says public defenders don't work their asses off must not have been represented by Mr. Evangelista. He is the epitome of what a public defender should be. I was calm throughout my trial because I knew my case was in good hands.It's hard no..."
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    Rena Wallenius

    Rena Wallenius

    5.02 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 46 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "She has helped my now ex girlfriend and I in the past. She will fight for you in court, not like some I seen who sit on their....... Even now I had been looking for specific kind of lawyer and Ms. Wallenius gave me a name and phone number."
    Rating:  6.7
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