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Peter Michael Liss

Peter Michael Liss

Vista DUI Lawyer and Criminal Defense Attorney
  • DUI & DWI, Criminal Law, Juvenile Law
  • California
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Biography

I have been a lawyer for over 40 years, with a practice exclusively devoted to criminal defense and DUI law. I personally handle every case from beginning to end. I graduated from the top-ranked University of California, Berkeley Law School. I have tried well over 100 criminal jury trials, handling every type of misdemeanor and felony, including homicides. I also teach lawyers trial skills at the National Institute for Trial Advocacy. I am known for my persistence and dedication to fighting for the best results for my clients.

Practice Areas
DUI & DWI
Criminal Law
Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
Juvenile Law
Fees
  • Free Consultation
  • Credit Cards Accepted
  • Rates, Retainers and Additional Information
    Flat fees.
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
California
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Languages
  • English: Spoken, Written
Professional Experience
Owner
Attorney Peter M. Liss
- Current
Criminal defense of adults and juveniles. DUI & DMV. All felonies and misdemeanors.
Supervising & Deputy Public Defender
San Diego County Public Defender
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Misdemeanor and felony trials including homicides and a capital case. Assistant supervising attorney of Vista branch.
Staff Attorney
Legal Aid Society of San Diego
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Adult and juvenile criminal defense.
Staff Attorney
United Farm Workers Union
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Labor law lawyer for UFW-Cesar Chavez
Education
Univ of California Santa Barbara
Undergraduate Degree
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UC Berkeley School of Law Boalt Hall
Law Degree
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Awards
Public Service Award
San Diego County Bar Association
Public service award to Affordable Housing Advocates of which I am President.
Professional Associations
Affordable Housing Advocates
President & Board Member
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Activities: I am President and board member of a San Diego legal and advocacy organization for affordable housing.
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San Diego County Bar Association
Member
- Current
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National Institute for Trial Advocacy
Faculty
- Current
Activities: I teach lawyers trial skills.
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California State Bar  # 111128
Member
- Current
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Websites & Blogs
Website
Vista DUI Lawyer and Criminal Attorney Peter M. Liss
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Vista DUI Lawyer and Criminal Attorney Peter M. Liss
Contact & Map
Peter Liss, Criminal Attorney
380 S. Melrose Dr., # 301
Vista, CA 92081
Telephone: (760) 643-4050
Fax: (760) 643-4070
Monday: Open 24 hours (Today)
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours
Notice: I always try to make myself available to my clients at all times of the day since I know some things can't wait. That's why whenever I am away from my desk, I have an answering service take my calls so I can be contacted in case of emergencies.
Peter M. Liss, Attorney at Law
11622 El Camino Real, #100
San Diego, CA 92130
Telephone: (858) 486-3024
Fax: (858) 486-3028
Monday: Open 24 hours (Today)
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours
Notice: I may not always be at my desk, but I have an answering service that handle my calls around the clock, so I can always be available when a client needs me the most.