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    Jason Patrick Hopper

    Jason Patrick Hopper

    4.420 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Domestic Violence and more
    Bio: Certified Family Law Specialist, Client Centered, Compassionate and Aggressive Representation on YOUR Family Law Matter Face it, family law issues are not easy for the person experiencing it. You are dealing with the most sensitive and important o...
    Rating:  9.2
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    Mark Samuel Windsor

    Mark Samuel Windsor

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 28 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "I was appointed Mr. Windsor by the court in June of 2012. It was my first offense, and to make matters worse it was a federal charge. I was scared and impatient and thought I could get out on bail right away. Little did I know, and had to find out..."
    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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    Kara Lynn Oien

    Kara Lynn Oien

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 22 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "When you get a court appointed attorney you usually think they're not going to help you the way you think they should. With Kara that is far from the case. She was very helpful, informative and attentive. I called and emailed her almost daily and ..."
    Rating:  7.5
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    Emily Suzanne Koehler

    Emily Suzanne Koehler

    5.015 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "In my professional opinion, Miss. Emily stands out as an exceptional legal representative. Her unwavering dedication and expertise were instrumental in securing a resolution for my case, which I had previously believed to be insurmountable. Her su..."
    Rating:  6.8
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    Richard Vernon Swanson

    Richard Vernon Swanson

    5.010 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 28 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Violent Crime, DUI & DWI and more
    Bio: Criminal Defense Attorney Swanson attended California Southern Law School, where he received the scholastic achievement award in Criminal Law, Graduated in 1996 passed the California State bar in 1997. Worked for the San Bernardino district Attorn...
    Rating:  8.0
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    Jason Louis Trupkin

    Jason Louis Trupkin

    5.03 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 8 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Bio: Jason was born and raised on Long Island, New York. He left in 2002 to embark on a ten-year career in the U.S. Coast Guard. Working as a Flight Mechanic on H-65 helicopters, Jason was continually engaged in various missions from search and rescue ...
    Rating:  7.1
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    Rebecca Jane Houseman

    Rebecca Jane Houseman

    5.09 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 36 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, DUI & DWI
    Bio: Rebecca Houseman is a litigator who represents parents mired in divorce and child-custody proceedings, and criminal and restraining orders. Attorney Houseman uses private investigators to gather in-depth evidence and information concerning her cli...
    Rating:  7.9
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    Aaron James Breeden

    Aaron James Breeden

    5.011 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 9 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "I never had to get a lawyer before and I didn't know what to do. Aaron was recommended to me. He made the WHOLE thing much less anxiety inducing. Over the year I worked with him he explained everything thing thoroughly and easy to understand. It's..."
    Rating:  6.4
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    Evan Aylette Jenness

    Evan Aylette Jenness

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    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 37 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
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    Daniel Moossai

    Daniel Moossai

    5.016 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:  6.2
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    Christopher John Gonzales

    Christopher John Gonzales

    5.017 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 27 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Car Accidents, Workers Compensation and more
    Review: "I was referred to Chris by a mutual friend as I was lost in the middle of a legal matter and feeling confused in the system. Chris took over and we ended up with the best case scenario, he did everything he promised and more. Through the process h..."
    Rating:  7.6
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    Russell Brown

    Russell Brown

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and more
    Bio: DUI and criminal defense attorney. We are not a factory defense firm. Because we have fewer cases, we can devote more time to each client. Our services are reasonably priced and we do not overcharge for simple matters. Customized Criminal Defense ...
    Rating:  8.7
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    David James Zugman

    David James Zugman

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 28 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Appeals, Civil Rights
    Bio: I live and breathe federal criminal defense. I have read every Supreme Court opinion and every 9th Circuit published opinion (and most of the unpublished) since 1997. I have been an inordinantely succesful appellate attorney. The 9th Circuit repor...
    Rating:  7.4
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    Craig Allan Leri

    Craig Allan Leri

    5.04 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 50 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family
    Review: "If you want a LAWYER who has your back, then CRAIG LERI is your lawyer. He is truly dedicated to his clients and is always looking out for the best interest for them. I was in a no-win situation when I first walked in through his door. I knew with..."
    Rating:  7.0
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    Matthew Arthur Rinaldi

    Matthew Arthur Rinaldi

    5.014 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Expungement and more
    Bio: I started out working as an intern in the San Francisco Office of the Public Defender for a year and a half, handling misdemeanors, while attending law school. After graduating from law school I moved to Los Angeles and started clerking at a priva...
    Rating:  7.8
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    William David Ausman

    William David Ausman

    4.624 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 27 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Personal Injury and more
    Bio: I am an avid fisherman and love nothing more than an intense battle. I enjoy every part of the fishing experience, planning the trip and executing the plan. Of course nothing is better than being in all out struggle to win. I savor each and every ...
    Rating:  9.0
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    Brett A. Greenfield

    Brett A. Greenfield

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    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 24 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Brain Injury and more
    Bio: Mr. Greenfield has been aggressively fighting for the constitutional rights of his clients since 2001, practicing with great passion and courtroom skill, Mr. Greenfield litigates some of the most high profile and complex cases in the country, spec...
    Rating:  9.2
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    Gerald Nicholson

    Gerald Nicholson

    4.821 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 47 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Sex Crime and more
    Bio: Jerry Nicholson began his legal career in 1978 working as a Deputy District Attorney for Orange County. In that role, he prosecuted both misdemeanor and felony cases. Additionally, he was assigned to the county’s Narcotics Task Force, where he inv...
    Rating:  7.8
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    Steven Brian Plesser

    Steven Brian Plesser

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 33 years
    Practice Areas:  Administrative Law, Criminal Defense
    Review: "very helpful , respectful , strait forward, cant say enough about these guy i recommend these guys to everyone, their the best thanks steve and mark you keep me home with my family"
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    Janice M Deaton

    Janice M Deaton

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 38 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Bio: I am a bilingual (Spanish/English) criminal defense trial attorney with over 28 years of experience. I have an excellent trail record, as I have been a public speaker in world wide venues and connect with juries. I excel at humanizing my clients, ...
    Rating:  7.4
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