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    Michael L Guisti

    Michael L Guisti

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    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 27 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
    Bio: photography, music, motorcycling, travel,
    Rating:  5.7
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    Hali Ford

    Hali Ford

    5.02 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 10 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Juvenile
    Bio: Hali has handled thousands of criminal and juvenile delinquency cases as well as family law cases involving complex custody disputes, domestic violence, and multi-million dollar assets. She has personally tried over 40 criminal jury trials to verd...
    Rating:  6.4
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    Criminal Defense Lawyers in California

    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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    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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    Galen A. Phillips

    Galen A. Phillips

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 10 years
    Practice Areas:  Antitrust and Trade Law, Criminal Defense
    Review: "You could not be more fortunate to have an attorney like Galen working with you. There are plenty of family lawyers out there, and maybe you’ve interviewed a few, who can handle a basic divorce (if such a thing even exists). But Mr. Phillips has ..."
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    Michelle Bambi Bouvier

    Michelle Bambi Bouvier

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "When i called Bambi, I was lost, confused and I didn't know what to do. She made me feel like I was her only client. She held my hand all the way. I don't ever want to ever be in need of a lawyer, but if I do, I know who to call. Bambi is the best!"
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    Randolph Richard Melendez

    Randolph Richard Melendez

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Personal Injury
    Review: "randy did exactly what he said he was going to do a dam good gotcleared of all charges and he did it have across the country I recommend Randy melendez attorney t law"
    Rating:  6.7
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    Jonathon E. Perliss

    Jonathon E. Perliss

    5.013 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 5 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, DUI & DWI and more
    Bio: Jonathon Perliss is a skilled criminal defense attorney with a strong focus on defending individuals against a wide range of criminal charges. His practice is built on the core belief that everyone is entitled to a presumption of innocence and sho...
    Rating:  6.3
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    Fred Wonsok Lee

    Fred Wonsok Lee

    3.73 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 27 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family
    Review: "Finding yourself in a legal predicament can be extremely stressful. Finding a competent and caring attorney can ease that anxiety and that's exactly what happened when I retained Mr. Lee as my attorney. He is experienced, caring, and his billing i..."
    Rating:  6.8
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    Mark Richard Pachowicz

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    Mark Richard Pachowicz

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    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 37 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Civil Rights, Corporate & Incorporation and more
    Rating:  8.6
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    Ronald Paul Rives

    Ronald Paul Rives

    5.02 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 52 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Real Estate, Business and more
    Review: "I have been employed in the legal community since 1970. When I was involved in an accident, I retained Ron Rives. All the attorneys in Contra Costa County know Ron and his reputation is the very best. He is one of the only AV rated attorneys in Ea..."
    Rating:  7.6
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    Annie Berlin

    Annie Berlin

    5.03 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Litigation, Family and more
    Bio: I have a wide range of experience representing individuals in criminal and civil litigation, and am well versed in family law and divorce matters. Although I am a litigator at heart, I also handle transactional matters such as drafting, reviewing ...
    Rating:  6.8
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    Elliott J Joh

    Elliott J Joh

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    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Rating:  8.4
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    Anthony Joseph Solare

    Anthony Joseph Solare

    5.018 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 35 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Divorce & Separation and more
    Bio: Originally from the Midwest, I have been in San Diego since 1978. I went to school here (UCSD/California Western Law) and have been in practice since 1990. I was a prosecutor for 5 years, switched to private practice then moved into family law 15 ...
    Rating:  7.5
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    Neda Aguirre

    Neda Aguirre

    3.97 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 11 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family
    Bio: Attorney Neda Aguirre has years of experience representing clients in a variety of criminal charges and family law matters. She provides every client with a high level of service and care, no matter how complex their case may be. Through a complim...
    Rating:  8.4
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    Keisha Marie Mello-Hall

    Keisha Marie Mello-Hall

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 9 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Expungement and more
    Bio: As a dedicated and passionate criminal defense attorney, I ensure that every client knows they have someone in their corner. With me, you get an exceptionally hardworking attorney who will be there to ease your fears and fervently represent your b...
    Rating:  6.5
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    Barbara Mary Brand

    Barbara Mary Brand

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 41 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Mrs. Barbara Brand represented me in getting me resentenced. My chances were slim and I didn't think it would happen so I never cared to hear the outcome i never called her to find out the outcome I assumed I lost. I didnt know that due to covid t..."
    Rating:  6.6
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    Kristen Nicole Richards

    Kristen Nicole Richards

    4.04 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Kristen was extremely helpful and professsional from start to finish. She has represented me multiple times and I was amazed with the results I received. She diligently worked on my cases paying a lot of attention to the details and was able to ne..."
    Rating:  6.9
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    Russell Warren Miller

    Russell Warren Miller

    2.419 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 29 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Mr. Russell Miller did a great job for me. He knows his way around a court room. He is good with people and knows the law. Not to mention he is a Marine who served his Country in Viet Nam. He got my case dismissed; He and I thought the case was no..."
    Rating:  6.8
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    Daljit K. Ghuman

    Daljit K. Ghuman

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 8 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family
    Review: "I was recently represented by Ms. Ghuman and I found her to be compassionate, realistic, driven and she even has a sense of humor. Me: How did it go at the trial readiness hearing for my criminal case? Ms. Ghuman: Well, do you want the good news o..."
    Rating:  6.3
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    Alyssa Daniela Bell

    Alyssa Daniela Bell

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Appeals
    Review: "You can't ask for a better lawyer. I'm grateful she was on my case. Shes an excellent legal resource. she makes you feel like a human being, too. she takes the time to explain all the legal jargon/mumbo jumbo, she was never annoyed by all my stupi..."
    Rating:  6.3
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    J. Francisco Karwash

    J. Francisco Karwash

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    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Bio: I was born in San Francisco, California. My parents are natives of Nicaragua and spoke Spanish at home. I learned both Spanish and English at an early age. Because of my background, I understand and appreciate the various issues that good hard wor...
    Rating:  8.4
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