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    Maureen Furlong Baldwin

    Maureen Furlong Baldwin

    5.040 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 45 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence, Expungement and more
    Bio: I have been a criminal defense attorney in the San Jose area for 26 years. I am experienced in very serious cases such as homicide, sexual crimes,or three strikes, down to simple drug drug cases and juvenile matters. I give each case I handle my p...
    Rating:  9.7
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    Arpa B. Stepanian

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    Arpa B. Stepanian

    5.07 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 23 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Business, Real Estate and more
    Respected in the the criminal courts and result oriented. If you are charged with a crime call me for a long term solution, instead of a short term fix.
    Rating:  8.3
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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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    Steve Escovar

    Steve Escovar

    5.016 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 31 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury
    Bio: "Nation's Top 1%" of attorneys by the National Association of Distinguished Counsel (2015-2025) "Top 100 Criminal Trial Lawyers" by the National Trial Lawyers (2020-2025) "Top Best Attorneys" by the American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys ...
    Rating:  10
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    Dean Edward Johnson

    Dean Edward Johnson

    5.07 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 44 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Bio: I am a nationally and internationally recognized authority on California criminal law. I havemore than30 years of legal experience. When Im not in the courtroom youll seeme on TV commenting on the biggest cases in America.
    Rating:  10
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    Edward J Southcott

    Edward J Southcott

    5.06 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 10 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Administrative Law and more
    Bio: Prior to practicing law, Edward J. Southcott worked for the San Diego Sheriff's Department for 21 years. During his career the Sheriff's Department, Edward gained a broad range of experience in the criminal justice system. As a detective, Edward i...
    Rating:  10
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    Max Benjamin Gorby

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    Max Benjamin Gorby

    5.037 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 27 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence
    Responsible and reliable. Call me and speak to me not an answering service. Call me TODAY!
    Rating:  8.1
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    Douglas Hugh Ridley

    Douglas Hugh Ridley

    4.931 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 27 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Sex Crime and more
    Bio: Doug Ridley has experience with thousands of criminal cases and over 25 years in practice. We truly care about you, your family, your future, and your experience dealing with your case. Doug and his team of criminal defense attorneys serve clients...
    Rating:  9.9
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    Khachik Nalchadjian

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    Khachik Nalchadjian

    5.012 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 6 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
    Bio: Chris Nalchadjian, Esq. is a dedicated attorney with a strong foundation in both the sciences and the law. He earned his undergraduate degree in Biology from California State University, Northridge, where he contributed as treasurer of the pre-Pha...
    Rating:  7.6
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    Louis J. Goodman

    Louis J. Goodman

    5.065 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 45 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and more
    Bio: For nearly 30 years, I have been a lawyer, law instructor and continuing legal education provider in Alameda County. Since graduating from Hastings College of the Law, at University of California in San Francisco in 1980, I have worked in the cour...
    Rating:  10
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    Jocelyn H Sicat

    Jocelyn H Sicat

    5.094 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Workers Compensation
    Bio: Sicat Law is dedicated to aggressively advocating for injured clients and helping them recover after serious accidents and workplace injuries. Ms. Sicat has recovered millions of dollars in settlements for clients in personal injury and workers’ c...
    Rating:  10
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    Jill Marie Cremeans

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    Jill Marie Cremeans

    4.69 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and more
    Bio: Since 2006, Jill Cremeans has been a steadfast champion for clients across Southern California, navigating a wide range of criminal cases with care and diligence. Her extensive experience spans from serious charges like murder and three-strikes of...
    Rating:  9.5
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    Diane Carol Bass

    Diane Carol Bass

    5.020 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 34 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, Sex Crime
    Bio: Ms. Bass has been practicing exclusively criminal defense for over 20 years and has handled thousands of criminal cases. She is one of the few Orange County Criminal Defense Lawyers who specializes in Federal Criminal Cases, including all white co...
    Rating:  10
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    Cody Bryan Kensit Salfen

    Cody Bryan Kensit Salfen

    5.037 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 10 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and more
    Bio: Call for a free confidential consultation or visit our website. I am proud to serve clients in a wide array of legal matters, including: Criminal Defense Matters (DUI, assault/battery, domestic violence, theft offenses, etc.) Restraining Orders (d...
    Rating:  9.5
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    Kit Chandler Westbrook

    Kit Chandler Westbrook

    4.932 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
    Bio: I have spent my entire career fighting for people who are being charged with crimes. If you are facing criminal charges do not lose hope and do not be cripped by fear. I can help. I have assmebled a small team of like-minded criminal defense attor...
    Rating:  9.8
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    Nicholas Milan Loncar

    Nicholas Milan Loncar

    5.020 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Violent Crime, DUI & DWI and more
    Bio: Attorney Nicholas Loncar is a fierce competitor and powerful negotiator. He uses his intensity, charisma and passion to achieve the best results for his clients. Nicholas is a graduate of Villanova University School of Law in Pennsylvania. Prior t...
    Rating:  10
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    John David Kirby

    John David Kirby

    5.014 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 35 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, Securities & Investment Fraud and more
    Bio: Attorney John D. Kirby graduated magna cum laude from the university of Southern California and cum laude from Cornell Law School. He began his legal career at the prestigious Washington D.C. law firm of Covington & Burling and then spent more tha...
    Rating:  10
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    Brian Edwin Skibby

    Brian Edwin Skibby

    4.725 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 29 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Juvenile
    Bio: Brian Skibby is a Rancho Cucamonga criminal defense lawyer who has earned a reputation for hard work and legal prowess. He works tirelessly for his clients to ensure their rights are upheld. He started his legal career by attending the Southwester...
    Rating:  10
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    Jonathan Eaton Rooker

    Jonathan Eaton Rooker

    5.020 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
    Bio: Fresno Criminal DUI and Criminal Defense Attorney, of The Law Office of Jonathan Rooker. Jonathan Rooker believes education is the key to success. Jonathan's Education J.D. Law San Joaquin College of Law in Fresno / Clovis M.S. Ed Counseling From ...
    Rating:  10
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    William Michael Aron

    William Michael Aron

    4.965 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, White Collar Crime and more
    Bio: William M. Aron is a graduate from theDuke University School of Lawand an active member of the California State Bar. While atDuke University, Mr.Aronalso earned an M.A. in Psychology, authoring a paper examining the efficacy of polygraph examinati...
    Rating:  10
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    Michelle Lynn Bos

    Michelle Lynn Bos

    5.06 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
    Bio: I handle a wide variety of cases from DUI, misdemeanors, and serious felonies including assaults and murder cases. I have close relationships with many District and City Attorneys in San Diego county, this ensures the most favorable outcome for my...
    Rating:  9.8
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