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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years

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

Bio: We advocate assertively for our clients. Our philosophy is client-focused service. We make sure the client is always treated with respect. We keep the client informed at all stages of the service by providing regular communication through phone co...

Rating: 8.3

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 32 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

Bio: At the Law Offices of Jeffery K. Rubenstein we are problem solvers. Attorney Jeffery K. Rubenstein has the experience needed to win your case quickly and decisively. Mr. Rubenstein is a Los Angeles native. He graduated with Dean’s Honors from UCLA...

Rating: 8.5

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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

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 13 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Construction & Development, Licensing and more

Bio: Ms. Sharifi graduated from the University of California, Berkeley, School of Law. She received her undergraduate degree from University of California at Irvine, graduating cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology & Social Behavior.

Rating: 10

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

Bio: Kern Law, APC represents clients throughout San Diego, East County, South County, North County, Beach Cities, all of San Diego County, and the State of California. Kern Law, APC specializes in DUIs and Drug Crimes. If you have been charged or unde...

Rating: 8.6

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 23 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Civil Rights

Bio: Dedicated Attorney, Former Prosecutor I have a diverse background in various areas of law that give me a broad, thorough legal base to provide quality services to my clients. I am aggressive but polite, and firm but compassionate. Criminally, I pr...

Rating: 10

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 31 years

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

Bio: Dick Margarita was born and raised in Cumberland and Narragansett, Rhode Island. He graduated from St. Mary's College of California in 1979. In July 1981, he commenced his law enforcement career, entering the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) ...

Rating: 8.4

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 25 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Estate Planning and more

Review: "She admitted she had not done a case like mine, but I was happy that she took it after getting the case facts. She made sure I understood the results that I was asking for, and what it could not do for me. She did her research promptly, filed the ..."

Rating: 7.3

Call for a consultation(510) 460-1777

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Lemon Law

Bio: Adam Zolonz graduated from the University of Arizona, where he received his Bachelor of Science degree with an emphasis on Administration and Business Management. Thereafter, Mr. Zolonz returned to Los Angeles to pursue a legal career. Mr. Zolonz ...

Rating: 10

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 46 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury

Bio: Extensive litigation experience in the following areas: Federal & state criminal defense cases, Civil personal injury cases (motor vehicle, abuse, wrongful death), Professional licensing board hearings. I have 10 years of experiance as a Deputy Di...

Rating: 8.7

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Juvenile, DUI & DWI and more

Bio: As a criminal defense practitioner for the last 15 years, I have represented clients in all areas of criminal law, from the most complex cases involving homicide, sexual misconduct, and 3 strikes to common drug possession, driving under the influe...

Rating: 9.5

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 28 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

Bio: Michelle (Thomson) Dylan has 15 years of criminal defense experience sucessfully representing clients in state and federal court. Known for her tenacity and attention to detail, Michelle has gained the respect of clients, colleagues and prosecutor...

Rating: 8.7

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 23 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Appeals

Bio: I am passionate about representing my client

Rating: 8.9

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 24 years

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

Bio: Criminal Defense Attorney Marcus E. DeBose speaks both English and Spanish fluently. He is experienced in felony litigation and jury trials in San Diego. A San Diego attorney since 2001, Mr. DeBose is an admitted member of State Bar of California....

Rating: 8.5

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 30 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Litigation, Business and more

Bio: As a lawyer with experience in both private practice and as a deputy district attorney, Derek P. Wisehart understands both sides of the legal process. He is able to structure his clients' case strategy to anticipate the tactics of prosecutors and ...

Rating: 9.6

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 24 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Bio: I grew up in the South Bay and went to El Camino College. This is my home, and these are my people. When I was a young man, I spent two years as a missionary in South America where I became fluent in Spanish. I also learned to focus on people and ...

Rating: 9.0

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Immigration, Asylum

California licensed attorney who enjoys to work with individual clients seeking immigration benefits, as well as with corporations and small businesses intending to hire foreign talent. Founder of KPB Immigration Law Firm PC, a multilingual law fi...

Rating: 7.6

Call for a consultation(415) 592-7216

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 25 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Civil Rights

Bio: Over 20+ years of legal experience. Law Practice primarily focused on Criminal Defense in both State and Federal Courts. Admitted to practice in all State of California Courts, and in the following Federal Courts: Southern District of California, ...

Rating: 7.1

Call for a consultation(619) 642-2884

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years

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

Bio: Sharon Appelbaum is a nationally recognized criminal defense and white-collar attorney, celebrated for her relentless advocacy and strategic approach to high-stakes cases. With over 20 years of experience, she has represented clients in complex st...

Rating: 10

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 25 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury

Review: "Our family has utilized Michael Troy for many different legal issues over the past several years. Hes advised us on minor issues such as landlord/tenant problems, as well as more serious criminal issues. All situations have been resolved in our fa..."

Rating: 8.3

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California Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 26 years

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

Bio: Voted as 2018 "Attorney of the Year" by Southwest Riverside County Bar Association If you find yourself facing a criminal charge, including DUI or Juvenile Matters, it's crucial to promptly seek the legal assistance you require. The Law Office of ...

Rating: 10

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