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    Nuha Abusamra

    Nuha Abusamra

    5.02 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 9 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "This was a once in a lifetime mistake on my part . An having a public defender like Nuha was an absolute god send. In my opinion she went above and beyond what was expected. An I would absolutely hire her again and again. Thank you so very much.. "
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    Albert Perez Jr

    Albert Perez Jr

    5.02 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 35 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Litigation
    Review: "Albert Perez Jr. has helped us in numerous cases including a family law case. We are very please with his immediate responses to questions and concerns we have had regarding our cases. We have been more than satisfied with services he's provided a..."
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    Criminal Defense Lawyers in California

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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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    John David McTeague

    John David McTeague

    5.06 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Employment & Labor
    Review: "I recently consulted John on an employment case. He was very attentive in the initial consultation and asked a lot of relevant questions. 2 days later he had looked over and marked up my agreement and made some recommendations for a counter offer ..."
    Rating:  6.4
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    Leslie Robin Azcona

    Leslie Robin Azcona

    4.522 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 33 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, General Practice
    Review: "Leslie advised me on the Domestic Violence Restraining Order and custody matter. She is attentive and knowledgeable. She explained the legal process clearly and answered all my questions without rushing me. I felt heard and better informed about m..."
    Rating:  6.5
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    Sean Kurosh Raft

    Sean Kurosh Raft

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 22 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Mr.Raft is highly skilled, brilliant and very competent. His integrity and commitment to his client is stellar. You will have THE BEST you can hope for. He was able to have the presiding judge reverse (withdraw) a coerced (by unethical previous at..."
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    Daniel Jackson Brickey

    Daniel Jackson Brickey

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "I wanna recommend everyone. Thank you for your service and helping us to solve the issue and problems and get the right decision."
    Rating:  6.8
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    Ryan George Markson

    Ryan George Markson

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 30 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Ryan Markson saved my life. I was looking at 14 counts of sexual misconduct that would have landed me in prison for 170 years to life. The DA was not offering anything. Markson destroyed the credibility of the complaining witness, got me acqui..."
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    Steven Allan Whitworth

    Steven Allan Whitworth

    4.381 reviews Attention
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence, Sex Crime and more
    Bio: District Attorneys are in the business of prosecution. Because of this, you should hire an attorney who has always been in the business of defending individual's rightsunder Constitution of the United States. One of my personal goals as your attor...
    Rating:  5.4
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    Shelby Anne Poteet

    Shelby Anne Poteet

    5.03 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Bankruptcy & Debt, Business
    Bio: Having worked at a financial institution for many years, it seemed natural for Shelby to practice an area of law involving consumer finances. During law school, Shelby externed for the Chief Judge of the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Sout...
    Rating:  7.8
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    Carl Manuel Hancock

    Carl Manuel Hancock

    4.610 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 36 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "When Carl took my case, after 32 other attorneys said, "It was impossible to win my case." Carl Hancock, got a reversal."
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    David Jeffrey Shapiro

    David Jeffrey Shapiro

    4.821 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 30 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
    Bio: Before joining A-Team DUI, David gained considerable DUI Defense expertise at two of California’s best known DUI defense firms. David is a graduate of the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, having obtained both a Bachelor of Science in...
    Rating:  8.1
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    Derek Joseph Bercher

    Derek Joseph Bercher

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 32 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Derek is people friendly. He actually LISTENS. I was facing a 34yr to Life term and he helped me get a 9yr term. ALWAYS indebted to him"
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    Patrick Hoopes

    Patrick Hoopes

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 28 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "I called Mr. Hoopes for a consultation regarding a family members who is facing felony charges. He spend almost an hour explainnig the different scenarios and consequences with every move made in court. He also informed me on what evidence should ..."
    Rating:  6.7
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    Michael Howard Sklar

    Michael Howard Sklar

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 36 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Mr. Sklar represented me in my criminal defense. I was homeless and very ill. He was sensitive and spoke to me on my level. He always called me back promptly and answered all my questions. If you get charged with a crime in Malibu and need the..."
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    Brad M Siegel

    Brad M Siegel

    5.02 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 30 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "I told him when he got me a excellent outcome to my case, id give him a good review. Here i am, no longer in jail and not on probation. Mr. Siegel is an amazing lawyer, got the prosecution to drop 90% of my arresting charges, really excellent lawy..."
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    Charles Luke Stevens

    Charles Luke Stevens

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 29 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Several of our family members have retained Mr. Stevens as a defense attorney and would not hesitate doing so, again, if needed. Charlie is exceptionally responsive and generous with his explanations and time. His relationships within the Court ar..."
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    Miles Archer Woodlief

    Miles Archer Woodlief

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 39 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Mr. Woodlief was outstanding in helping move my case forward. Our eventual settlement was far more than my company ever expected. As a C-level executive, I demand professionalism, grace, tenacity, and creativity. To date, I've not met anyone that ..."
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    Stephanie Lacambra

    Stephanie Lacambra

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Litigation, Civil Rights
    Review: "ready to listen and comprehend your case,patient with their clients and very friendly and they provide you with the best advices that you can take advantage of."
    Rating:  7.4
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    Matthew N Selmer

    Matthew N Selmer

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, General Practice and more
    Review: "Mr. Selmer was an excellent lawyer. I had a previous attorney for a DUI but Selmer pretty much made the dui go away. He kept me informed of all my options and adviced me about what my options were. He always sought my best interest and what I want..."
    Rating:  9.2
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    Sherri Lira

    Sherri Lira

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 39 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Workers Compensation
    Bio: Sherri brings over 25 years of trial experience to the table when she takes on a case. Sherri represents injured workers in the Stockton, Sacramento and Oakland areas.
    Rating:  7.8
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