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    Cory Lee Fuller

    Cory Lee Fuller

    4.610 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence, Personal Injury
    Review: "When I was seeking out a criminal Attorney and presenting my charges 4 felonies, 3 Attorney's said I will have to do jail time until I met Cory Fuller he assured me he could get charges dropped or reduced and he did just that. No jail time 3 felon..."
    Rating:  8.0
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    Mark William Geller

    Mark William Geller

    5.036 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 30 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence
    Bio: For the past 26 years Mark Geller has been a prosecutor with the Orange County District Attorney’s Office, retiring in January 2022 as a Senior Deputy DA. As a prosecutor Mr. Geller completed close to 150 jury trials for crimes including Domestic ...
    Rating:  7.2
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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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    Thomas Daly

    Thomas Daly

    5.05 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and more
    Bio: Thomas Daly is the founder of Thomas Daly Law, A Professional Corporation and one of Walnut Creek's most diligent and engaged criminal defense attorneys. A graduate of John F. Kennedy University, he has dedicated his career to the criminal defense...
    Rating:  8.4
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    Jeremy Evan Karpel

    Jeremy Evan Karpel

    4.611 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 23 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Violent Crime, Sex Crime and more
    Bio: The Karpel Law Group is founded on providing personalized approaches for all clients. The firm guarantees that you will pay a flat and reasonable fee for services, and will be able to reach an attorney at any time should you have a question regard...
    Rating:  7.9
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    Edward William Swanson

    Edward William Swanson

    4.52 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 33 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Litigation
    Review: "I found this attorney to be creative and caring during a challenging criminal matter. I would recommend him without reservation."
    Rating:  8.2
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    Charles E Frisco

    Charles E Frisco

    5.012 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 33 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Bio: Charles E. Frisco has been sole attorney on more than 150 felony trials to verdict and thousands of criminal cases overall. His legal career covers juvenile, appellate and special circumstance life without parole cases from arraignment to finality...
    Rating:  7.3
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    David Saul Martinez

    David Saul Martinez

    5.08 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Family and more
    Review: "David recently represented me in my DUI case. From the very beginning, he was professional, intelligent, communicative, and I felt like he really had my best interests in mind. The DDA tried to pull a bunch of tricks and David was one step ahead o..."
    Rating:  8.0
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    Dacely Garcia

    Dacely Garcia

    5.07 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 24 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Civil Rights
    Bio: Attorney Dacely D. Garcia is an experienced criminal defense attorney who zealously advocates for her clients, protecting their rights and interests. She is committed to providing her clients with the highest level of representation at all stages ...
    Rating:  7.4
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    Gina Lynn Kershaw

    Gina Lynn Kershaw

    3.76 reviews Attention
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 26 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
    Bio: I am an Orange County criminal defense attorney focusing on women in trouble with the law. I always seek the best for my clients. I do all I can for them and believe in keeping an open line of communication so that they are always aware of what is...
    Rating:  10
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    Anthony Kidd

    Anthony Kidd

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 32 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Civil Rights
    Bio: Mr. Kidd began his legal career in 1993 working as Deputy City Attorney for the City of San Diego. While working for the city, Mr. Kidd prosecuted hundreds of criminal matters, including more than one hundred jury and bench trials. He also, defend...
    Rating:  7.8
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    Paul Brandeis Meltzer

    Paul Brandeis Meltzer

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 48 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "I couldn't ask for more. I was facing an inordinately nasty charge for a relatively small misunderstanding at a very young, barely adult age. With a court appointed attorney, I would've received jail time, despite it being my first arrest. I aske..."
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    Mark Daniel Melnick

    Mark Daniel Melnick

    5.015 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 47 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and more
    Bio: First of all, although his name is "Mark Daniel", Mr. Melnick is known to his friends as simply "Dan" (it's a long story). Dan Melnick was born in Santa Monica, California and he grew up in the San Fernando Valley. After high schoolhe got a job wo...
    Rating:  9.0
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    Michael I. Littman

    Michael I. Littman

    5.02 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 40 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Bio: I have been a criminal defense attorney since 1985 handling all types of cases in all of the State and Federal Courts. While no attorney can guarantee you a result, I do guarantee that I will fight hard for you. I work and consult with investigato...
    Rating:  7.9
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    Dennis Patrick Wilson

    Dennis Patrick Wilson

    5.08 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 38 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Employment & Labor, Wrongful Death and more
    Bio: I am a trial lawyer that has been practicing 32 years in California. I have tried over to 80 jury trials, hundreds of bench trials, and handled a number of binding arbitrations. I sat as a volunter Temporary Judge for the Los Angeles County Superi...
    Rating:  9.7
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    Anthony John Kimbirk

    Anthony John Kimbirk

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 25 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Mr. Kimbirk skillfully and knowledgeably “defended the poor and the needy…and all went well. ” Charged falsely with several criminal felonies, our son was immediately jailed with an impossible, incredible $500,000.00 bail. He appeared doomed to su..."
    Rating:  7.9
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    Kenneth A. Reed

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    Kenneth A. Reed

    3.84 reviews Attention
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 38 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "I was referred to him because of his professionalism and expertise in Federal criminal matters. My husband was charged with a federal white collar crime. Mr. Reed handled my husbands case like a pro he worked with all his knowledge was able to get..."
    Rating:  6.9
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    Jessica Dumas

    Jessica Dumas

    5.06 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket
    Review: "Jessica represented me in a manner that was highly exceptional, she is truly a blessing to me and my family. She handled my situation swiftly, and knew exactly which actions to implement. I would definitely suggest everyone who reads this message ..."
    Rating:  7.3
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    Jeffrey Wayne Carver

    Jeffrey Wayne Carver

    5.05 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 49 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Military Law, Violent Crime and more
    Bio: I proudly served as a U.S. Navy Jag Officer, defending those charged with violations of the Uniform Code of Military Justice for over 24 years. I have successfully defended many members throughout the United States and the world. My practice is di...
    Rating:  8.8
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    Antionette Lias

    Antionette Lias

    5.041 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and more
    Bio: Attorney Antionette Lias has handled a wide range of criminal matters in Santa Clarita and the San Fernando Valley for over seven years. She has trained under some of the most experienced lawyers in the California Bar Association.Antionette is the...
    Rating:  8.4
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    Alison Berry Wilkinson

    Alison Berry Wilkinson

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 37 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Employment and Labor, Litigation
    Review: "Very Responsive and Knowledgable. Takes care of client comprehensively."
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