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    Michael Taylor Meehan

    Michael Taylor Meehan

    4.715 reviews Attention
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 30 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Bio: California defense attorney Michael Meehan is known for analyzing every detail of his clients cases to find the most promising defense strategy. His thorough and methodical approach to California criminal defense ensures that you will receive the ...
    Rating:  10
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    Geoff A. Dulebohn

    Geoff A. Dulebohn

    5.030 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence, DUI & DWI and more
    Bio: As a lawyer, I acknowledge that sometimes we make mistakes along the way. However, it is oftentimes difficult for the justice system to differentiate our mistakes from the real crimes. If you made a mistake for which you are now accused of a crime...
    Rating:  9.8
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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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    Wais Azami

    Wais Azami

    5.049 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 9 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Sex Crime and more
    Bio: The Law Office of Wais Azami, established in 2016, focuses on defending individuals facing criminal accusations, such as DUI, domestic violence, and various misdemeanors or felonies. Located in Garden Grove, California, this renowned legal practic...
    Rating:  9.2
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    Susan Chung-Mi Yu

    Susan Chung-Mi Yu

    5.02 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 28 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Litigation
    Bio: Susan Yu is nationally recognized as a top trial lawyer with impeccable track record. She has won many difficult and complex criminal, civil and medical board trials, utilizing her unique trial skills, insights, and life experiences. Deeply commit...
    Rating:  10
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    Christina Jonae Oleson

    Christina Jonae Oleson

    5.010 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
    Bio: A compassionate fighter, Christina J. Oleson’s practice focuses on criminal defense. No matter the charge her clients are facing, she always does everything in her power to ensure that they get the best possible outcome. Since 2011, Ms. Oleson has...
    Rating:  10
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    Peter Anthony Fitzpatrick

    Peter Anthony Fitzpatrick

    5.05 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 30 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "There are many criminal attorneys out there you can choose from, but Peter is one of the best attorneys that you should consider to work with and rely on. Since English is not my native language, I worried my communication with Peter would be a pr..."
    Rating:  9.7
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    Rondee Eagle

    Rondee Eagle

    4.833 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 25 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "I asked Ms. Eagle to quickly collaborate with me on an unusual case. She was clearly in her element because she provided prompt, accurate advice on the law; experienced counsel on the procedure at the particular courthouse; and demonstrated a cann..."
    Rating:  9.4
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    Emily Michelle Chrim

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    Emily Michelle Chrim

    5.03 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 11 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Immigration, Personal Injury
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    Rating:  7.7
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    Gabriel M. Quinnan

    Gabriel M. Quinnan

    5.018 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence
    Bio: I am an experienced criminal defense attorney at your service to handle the most difficult criminal matters. It is my belief that the best defense is through early, aggressive action and my record of results more than supports this concept. If we ...
    Rating:  9.5
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    Igor Drabkin

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    Igor Drabkin

    4.95 reviews
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    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 27 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Tax, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy and more
    Bio: Igor S. Drabkin is a Certified Tax Specialist and a principal of Holtz, Slavett & Drabkin, A Professional Law Corporation. Igor devotes his skills and experience to representation of clients in disputes with the Internal Revenue Service and State ...
    Rating:  10
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    Joseph Abrams

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    Joseph Abrams

    5.029 reviews
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    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 28 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, White Collar Crime and more
    Law Office of Joseph Abrams is a federal criminal defense and sentencing advocacy and mitigation law firm based in Orange County, California. Led by attorney Joseph Abrams, the firm provides unmatched legal representation and results to clients in...
    Rating:  10
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    Scott Colman Thomas

    Scott Colman Thomas

    5.04 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Appeals and more
    Bio: I have focused my legal career entirely on criminal law, as I have a passion for protecting those accused of criminal conduct from the powers that be. This passion is rooted in the notion that by protecting the rights of my clients', I am also pro...
    Rating:  9.9
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    Gordon Morris Fauth

    Gordon Morris Fauth

    5.04 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 28 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Litigation and more
    Bio: The firm's focus is on effective representation, both civil and criminal. The firm's lead attorney, Gordon M. Fauth, Jr., has considerable experience in litigation of all kinds, including business litigation, civil rights, consumer litigation and ...
    Rating:  9.9
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    Byron Ingram Roope

    Byron Ingram Roope

    5.014 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and more
    Bio: Byron I. Roope founded the Law Office of Byron Roope in 2012. From the time he was young, Byron knew that he wanted to be an attorney. He comes from a family of attorneys and always desired to follow in the same path. As an undergraduate at Utah S...
    Rating:  9.7
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    Anthony Vincent Salerno

    Anthony Vincent Salerno

    4.611 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 33 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, White Collar Crime, DUI & DWI
    Review: "If you need to best, this is where to go. Saw the strategy from the beginning. Read the situation like a book, and made it happen. And had our hand held the whole way."
    Rating:  10
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    Errol Henry Stambler

    Errol Henry Stambler

    5.03 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 52 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Appeals, Federal Crime and more
    Bio: I am a Certified by the State Bar of Calfiornia as a Criminal Law Specialist for over 40 years. I practice in Federal Courts and California State Courts. My sub-speciality is Writs of Habeas Corpus in state courts and 2254 and 2255 in Federal Cour...
    Rating:  10
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    Stephen Paul Levine

    Stephen Paul Levine

    5.011 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 48 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Divorce & Separation and more
    Bio: Thank You for visiting my profile. I hope I can help you with your legal matter, please don't hesitate to call. I am dedicated to two disciplines only, Criminal Defense and Family Law, (although my firm also handles Personal Injury and Administrat...
    Rating:  10
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    Lisa M. Jensen

    Lisa M. Jensen

    5.07 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Violent Crime and more
    Bio: Experienced, down-to-earth criminal defense attorney in the North State.
    Rating:  9.6
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    Steffeny Holtz

    Steffeny Holtz

    5.047 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 31 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "She handled my case with so much care and professionalism. I appreciated how thorough she was in explaining every step, and how she always made sure I felt comfortable and informed. She is not only a skilled lawyer but also someone who genuinely c..."
    Rating:  8.7
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    Shaheen Francois Manshoory

    Shaheen Francois Manshoory

    5.0100 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 11 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and more
    Bio: Shaheen F. Manshoory is a highly skilled and knowledgeable Criminal Defense Attorney with a proven track record of success. As a graduate of SCALE, a highly-regarded two-year Juris Doctor program at Southwestern School of Law, he received a well-r...
    Rating:  10
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