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    Bobby Bell

    Bobby Bell

    5.08 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 23 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Juvenile
    Review: "Bobby is a great lawyer, he is affordable and was always there when i needed him, very polite and easy to work with, he handled my DV case and a couple of traffic tickets and will continue to be my criminal defense lawyer."
    Rating:  6.9
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    Christopher Ryan Varnell

    Christopher Ryan Varnell

    5.02 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 22 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Bio: At the Law Offices of Christopher Varnell, we handle all types of criminal cases from DUIs to homicides. Our office has a reputation of being intelligent, skilled, and prepared in the courtroom, which has led to success both in trial and in negoti...
    Rating:  7.5
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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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    Alan Jay Jackson

    Alan Jay Jackson

    3.513 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 31 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Litigation
    Bio: Alan is the former Assistant Head Deputy, Major Crimes Division, Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office from 1995-2013. He was named Prosecutor of the Year in 2010 by the Los Angeles County Bar Association and Prosecutor of the Year in 2008...
    Rating:  7.8
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    Alan John Crivaro

    Alan John Crivaro

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 42 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Bio: Mr. Crivaro is a former Senior Deputy Orange County Public Defender now in private practice in Newport Beach. He has a Martindale - Hubbell AV Preeminent Rating. He is a past director of the Orange County Bar Association, a past president and dire...
    Rating:  7.6
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    Jillian E Brown

    Jillian E Brown

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "I used her back in 2013-2014 i believe shes the Best public defender in Amador county! She legit does her job and does it very well."
    Rating:  7.3
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    Alan Spears

    Alan Spears

    5.05 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 50 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Bio: Alan Spears, a highly experienced criminal defense trial attorney practicing since 1975 is committed to the delivery of outstanding legal representation. Alan personally handles each and every case, and develops that most important Client-Attorney...
    Rating:  7.4
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    Jonathan Adam Rapel

    Jonathan Adam Rapel

    5.054 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, Violent Crime and more
    Bio: Jonathan A. Rapel is an experienced trial attorney for Criminal Defense. He has completed over 2000 criminal cases throughout Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, Ventura, San Diego and San Bernardino Counties. His appearances throughout Southern Calif...
    Rating:  8.1
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    Elvia Garcia-Pena

    Elvia Garcia-Pena

    5.041 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Eliva was extremely helpful, responsive, and knowledgeable in handling my criminal matter. She guided me through the entire process and kept me informed of exactly what I needed to do to resolve my issue. A process I thought would take at least a ..."
    Rating:  6.6
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    Yuliya Kelmansky

    Yuliya Kelmansky

    5.037 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 4 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, DUI & DWI and more
    Bio: Los Angeles Criminal Defense Attorney – Kelmansky Law Kelmansky Law is a Los Angeles–based boutique criminal defense firm providing strategic, personalized, and cost-effective representation. Clients work directly with attorney Yuliya Kelmansky—no...
    Rating:  7.0
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    L. Dominic Chacon

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    L. Dominic Chacon

    5.01 review
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    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Estate Planning
    Bio: We are a firm that focuses on Family and Criminal defense. You will work with Mr. Chacon personally. Located in West Covina and handle cases at all courts in L.A., Orange, Riverside and San Bernardino Counties.The Law Office Of L. Dominic Chacon h...
    Rating:  7.4
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    Samuel Matthew Camp

    Samuel Matthew Camp

    5.02 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 8 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket and more
    Bio: Samuel Camp is an experienced criminal defense lawyer at Wallin & Klarich. Mr. Camp represents our clients in all types of criminal matters, including criminal defense, DUI defense, DMV hearings, theft crimes, drug crimes, assault and battery, chi...
    Rating:  8.6
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    Patrick William McLaughlin

    Patrick William McLaughlin

    5.04 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 46 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Bio: A graduate of Loyola Marymount University in 1972 and Loyola Law School, Los Angeles in 1979, Patrick McLaughlin has practiced criminal law for over 30 years. He was a Los Angeles County Deputy District Attorney from 1981-1991 and was an Assistant...
    Rating:  7.0
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    Michael Jerome Mack

    Michael Jerome Mack

    5.04 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 40 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "HE IS KNOWLEDAGABLE, PROFESSIONAL. AND A PLEASURE TO WORK WITH THANK YOU HIGHLY RECOMMENDED "
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    Jeffrey Robin Stein

    Jeffrey Robin Stein

    5.011 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 50 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and more
    Bio: My long standing in local criminal law practice brings you the benefit of my deep knowledge of the local practices and approaches that make the difference in getting the results you want. My time is devoted to fully understanding your concerns, yo...
    Rating:  8.0
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    Jasmine H. Berndt

    Jasmine H. Berndt

    5.02 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Violent Crime, White Collar Crime and more
    Review: "Jasmine is one of the kindest, down to earth and intelligent person whom I had the pleasure of speaking with. She is truthful with all her clients and has a way of calming you down in regards to your legal situation. If you are looking to get lega..."
    Rating:  7.2
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    Sylvia Vargas Gonzalez

    Sylvia Vargas Gonzalez

    4.210 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Car Accidents and more
    Bio: I grew up in the city of Whittier, California and graduated from La Habra High School. I attended the University of California Santa Barbara and graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in Sociology and Chicano Studies. I moved to Comayagua, Honduras af...
    Rating:  8.4
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    Jason James Buccat

    Jason James Buccat

    5.08 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Employment & Labor, Family and more
    Bio: Jason Buccat is the Founding Partner of Buccat Law Group. He is a successful litigator with expertise in criminal, and employment law, as well personal injury, general civil litigation, civil rights, and mediation. Mr. Buccat is dedicated to provi...
    Rating:  7.2
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    Alison Lee Bermant

    Alison Lee Bermant

    5.06 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 26 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Violent Crime and more
    Bio: As an experienced defense attorney, I have successfully represented clients throughout Nevada, Placer and Sierra counties for diverse cases including Driving Under the Influence (DUI), Drug Possession/Sales, Domestic Violence, Vehicular Manslaught...
    Rating:  7.1
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    Michelle Rheintgen

    Michelle Rheintgen

    5.06 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 34 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Litigation
    Review: "Michelle helped me with matters regarding my divorce. She traveled from San Diego to Los Angeles on short notice because she knew my matter was very urgent. She was able to get me everything I needed. I am very happy with the results. Since then I..."
    Rating:  6.8
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    Barry Melton

    Barry Melton

    5.03 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 43 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, General Practice
    Review: "From the very start Mr. Melton was very considerate and provided excellent guidance on the subject covered. He expressed a real concern and interest in a favorable resolution for my case. He is very knowledgeable in the area and professional at al..."
    Rating:  7.6
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