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    Robert S Gerstein

    Robert S Gerstein

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    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 61 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Appeals, Litigation and more
    Rating:  10
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    Mikonos Gillespie Vasquez

    Mikonos Gillespie Vasquez

    5.02 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 11 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Mikonos, What can I say about him.Not only he is empathetic one has been through,he walks as far he could with you to make sure you get your freedom back.I have been charged with frlony case,still pending result(s) I am pretty sure it will be sma..."
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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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    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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    Roland J Haddad

    Roland J Haddad

    4.012 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 56 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Roland is widely recognized as one of the most respected crimson lawyers in the field. The moment he enters the courtroom, his presence commands attention—from judges and district attorneys to law enforcement and peers alike. Known for his direct ..."
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    Conrad John Barrington

    Conrad John Barrington

    3.76 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 22 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Conrad is very good with handling big DUI related cases. I was charged falsely with child endangerment, assault on a police officer and I did not go to jail. Very profession at all times. really seems to light up the courthouse when onsite. great ..."
    Rating:  7.3
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    Richard Elia Nahigian

    Richard Elia Nahigian

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 56 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, General Practice
    Review: "Richard Nahigian came very highly recommended to me via other lawyers in the same field of a different type as well as word of mouth. His experience in Los Angeles alone is vast and is he is revered in other states as well. The odds were so agains..."
    Rating:  6.7
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    Ira Sheldon Chester

    Ira Sheldon Chester

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 47 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
    Review: "I have known Ira Chester Esq. for over 30 years as personal friend. Then came a time when I needed his professional services. I was arrested on four felony counts with a firearm. I was employed by Los Angles Airport Police as a Traffic Enforcement..."
    Rating:  6.7
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    John Thomas Burke

    John Thomas Burke

    4.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 32 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury
    Review: "Mr. Burke was very helpful with my case. He made sure he followed through with everything and he was able to secure the results he claimed he could from the outset. Overall I think that Mr. Burke was a great choice for representation and I would r..."
    Rating:  7.7
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    Abel Galvan

    Abel Galvan

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 31 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Speeding and Traffic Ticket
    Review: "I have been a client of Mr. Ticket for over 15 years now, and I have only positive reviews of his staff and the attorneys that represent his firm! This past speeding ticket that I had, I contacted Mr. Mehdy (Super Smart and a sense of humor), and ..."
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    Morgan Alexis Janssen

    Morgan Alexis Janssen

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "I was so pleased with Morgan Janssen's great concern for my case in the short time I got to meet him. . I felt so lost and he help ground me and assure that if we needed to fight to the end he will do so. Thank you so much for your great wisdom a..."
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    Edward Charles Sada

    Edward Charles Sada

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    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 58 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "He has been amazing. He’s kept me in good grace and is straight to the point. I love you Mr SADA! Thank you for being a huge help in my life!!!"
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    David R. Evans

    David R. Evans

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    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 47 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
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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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    Lynn Charles Storing

    Lynn Charles Storing

    5.02 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 42 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Lynn Storing helped me with my husbands case and won. He is a great attorney and he does everything he can to help you, especially for people who have been wrongly accused."
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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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    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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