Avenal Lawyers

Criminal Defense Lawyer Clayton D. Campbell Attorney Clayton D. Campbell graduated with honors from the Oak Brook College of Law in 2002. He spent the first four years of his legal career working for two Bakersfield law firms handling various civil and administrative matters. In 2007 he opened his own law practice, the Campbell Law Firm, and practiced primarily criminal defense law in Kern County before forming Campbell Whitten, PC, with his long time friend and fellow criminal defense attorney Jesse Whitten in December of 2012. Clayton has developed a rapport with local prosecutors and a reputation among judges, defense attorneys, and...

Rodolfo strives to serve the community with integrity and honesty. He began his legal career as an associate attorney with a small immigration firm followed by a non-profit immigration firm where he oversaw immigration matters including: asylum, deportation defense before immigration court, naturalization, adjustment of status, consular processing, family petitions, and U visa cases. He represents clients throughout the United States and internationally.

Rodolfo is the son of immigrants and an advocate for immigrant rights. During his time in law school, he participated in the Southwestern Law School Immigration Clinic helping underrepresented immigrants. He also was a Summer Law Clerk at...

Michele Elizabeth Hales has been assisting clients with Family Law matters since her admittance to the California Bar in 1992. In addition to a successful litigation practice, she also offers Alternative Dispute Resolution services, such as Mediation, Collaboration and Unbundled Family Law Assistance. She is dedicated to providing experienced, skilled and knowledgeable representation, and pursuing the best possible outcomes for your family law needs. Michele received her B.A. from the University of California Davis in 1989. She earned her J.D. from Santa Clara University School of Law in 1992. Michele is a member of the State Bar of California, Santa Clara...

Attorney Gilbert Fisher has been representing injured workers for over 17 years.

I am experienced trial attorney who has represented both Plaintiffs and Defendants in complex litigation matters. I graduated from Vanderbilt Law School in 2004 and was trained in some of America's largest law firms. I have been named a "Top 40 under 40" in the State of California by the National Trial Lawyers and recognized by Super Lawyers magazine as a "Rising Star"; which is reserved for less than 3% of attorneys under 40. My practice focuses on personal injury and labor and employment matters; and I offer a free initial consultation.

James B. Preston has been in practice since January 1973, after graduating from the University of California, San Francisco, in 1972, earning the designation of Order of the Coif honor society. Initially practicing in the field of criminal law as the chief felony trial attorney in the Public Defender’s Office. In 1977 he opened his private practice, ultimately specializing in Family Law, becoming a State of California State Bar Certified Family Law Specialist in 1985. He served as the Chairman of the American Bar Association’s Family Law Section, the largest group of Family...

Representing injured Californians since 1975, Dunnion Law practices personal injury law exclusively. The firm has won more than $400 million for its clients, including million dollar settlements on car accident, truck accident, dog bite and wrongful death cases.

Dunnion Law strives to assist those who have experienced personal injury due to the negligence or dangerous acts of others. In doing so, the firm offers aggressive legal representation and trustworthy legal counsel to their clients.

Although Dunnion Law practices negotiations, they do not compromise on the amount of compensation that clients should receive for their injuries and other damages. The attorneys...

Shane R. Kennedy was born and raised in San Luis Obispo. He graduated from San Luis Obispo High School in 2009, and California Polytechnic State University (Cal Poly), San Luis Obispo in 2014. He earned his law degree from Western State College of Law in Irvine, California, graduating magna cum laude in 2019. While in law school, Shane was elected as the ABA Media Alerts Editor of the Law Review, served as Vice-President of the Business Law Association, interned with a general counsel of an international corporation, and studied international intellectual property law at University College Dublin in Ireland during...

Darin K. Spiegel was born and raised in San Luis Obispo and studied Political Science at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo. He earned his juris doctorate degree from the University of LaVerne College of Law. During law school Mr. Spiegel was invited to join the Moot Court traveling team and served as the Student Bar Association Vice President and President, respectively. Mr. Spiegel was admitted to the California State Bar in 2009 and started the Law Office of Darin K. Spiegel, specializing in personal injury. He partnered with J Johnson Law Office, Inc. in 2012 expanding his areas...

Christopher E. Botti, co-founder of Botti & Morison Estate Planning Attorneys, Ltd., specializes in all aspects of estate planning. Mr. Botti advises clients on all aspects of estate, gift and generation-skipping tax planning, including the creation of revocable trusts, irrevocable life insurance trusts, qualified personal residence trusts, charitable remainder trusts, private annuities, private foundations, grantor retained annuity trusts, family limited partnerships and dynasty trusts. He also assists clients in the funding of revocable trusts and the preparation of estate and gift tax returns, all forms of trust and probate administration, including the purchase and sale of large trust assets, the...

I defend all criminal accusations with the upmost seriousness, thoroughness and relentless determination to win.

I do this because whether the government is charging you with a misdemeanor or felony, it is threatening to take away your most invaluable and irreplaceable possessions: your rights, your freedom, your reputation, contact with your family and friends, and indeed your very life.

Even in cases where jail or prison is not part of a sentence, probation can limit your freedom and take away basic Constitutional rights. Your right to privacy - to refuse to consent to a warrantless search of your...

Fluent Spanish speaker.

In the legal industry, great attorneys are considered experts in their respective fields. When the topic is real estate, Ann Wilson is the expert you seek. Whether the need is real estate transactions, easement disputes, homeowners’ associations and common interest developments, or subjects as complex as partition actions and title and boundary disputes, Ann’s decades of experience practicing law has focused exclusively on real estate for clients throughout the Central Coast, and beyond. Most importantly, Ann is committed to providing personal and professional representation to individuals, homeowner associations, common interest developments, and other parties facing real estate law concerns such as...

Criminal Defense Attorney, Former Prosecutor. 20 years experience, All Federal and State Criminal matters. Death Penalty qualified.

Earl Carter has been aggressively representing clients charged with crimes in California including and especially DUI Since 1975. Earl Carter and his team of exceptional criminal defense attorneys strive to provide high quality representation at an affordable fee.

Amanda Moran is now the Managing Partner of the Moran Law Firm. Amanda's dedication and commitment to legal excellence began to show in her successful record of obtaining positive resolutions for her clients. Attorney Moran has significant experience writing Criminal Writs and Appeals. She also served as the second chair attorney in a death penalty case with Attorney Mugridge, and co-counsel in preparation for numerous homicide cases. Attorney Moran has obtained successful verdicts in jury trials, and is highly regarded for her impressive ability to challenge even the most experienced District Attorneys at all stages of the trial....

When you come to The Law Office of Jonathan Rooker, you can receive the help you need from a criminal defense lawyer who knows and understands the Fresno Courts. Criminal charges are a serious matter and can result in life altering penalties. Some cases require an aggressive defense, while others require patience. Having an attorney who knows how to do what is best in your situation is an important attribute. That is the lawyer you want to have on your side. Attorney Jonathan Rooker is up to the task! He obtained his Juris Doctorate from San Joaquin College...

Bruce A. Pence III has practiced exclusively in the arena of Estate Planning, Wills and Trusts, Conservatorships and Elder Law since obtaining his Juris Doctorate from McGeorge School of Law and passing the California bar in 2015. In early 2023, Bruce A. Pence III began his own practice, Bruce Pence Law APC, focusing on Estate Planning, Wills and Trusts, Conservatorships and Elder Law based in Los Osos, California serving the Counties of San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara. Bruce Pence Law APC offers flat fee estate planning packages as well as trust administration services, probate services and conservatorship services. Bruce Pence...

Country lawyer, former big-city lawyer. General practice, with a focus on civil litigation, professional liability (medical & legal), and criminal defense.

Preston Kim is an associate attorney at Yeroushalmi Law, and exclusively represents victims of abuse and neglect in nursing homes and assisted living facilities across California. A native of Los Angeles, Mr. Kim graduated from UCLA in 2012, and obtained a Juris Doctorate degree from Southwestern Law School in 2015. To contact Yeroushalmi Law, please call (310) 623 - 1926.

At Montgomery & Wetenkamp, we understand the sleepless nights and stress that flows from dealing with tax and legal matters. While working directly with Montgomery & Wetenkamp, we will lead you on a course to a resolution of your tax and legal issues. We offer affordable legal representation with a focus on IRS tax relief nationwide. Pure tax attorney representation! No middlemen. Attorneys Montgomery & Wetenkamp will personally handle every aspect of your tax relief case. Speak with a tax relief attorney today by calling (800) 454-7043 for your free consultation.

I work with clients to achieve their goals by explaining court processes and procedures along with giving advice tailored to their specific legal issues. Whether the client's goals encompass mediation or litigation I have the experience to complete the case.

Providing expert service since 1995

Areas of Practice:
Family Law
Divorce Mediation
Guardianships
Adoptions
Caregivers Authorizations
Grandparent Visitations & Step-Parent Visitation
Juvenile Dependency

Terry A. Wapner has been practicing criminal law in California's San Joaquin Valley for over 28 years, the last 16 of which have been devoted exclusively to the defense of DUI and related crimes. Mr. Wapner graduated from the University of Southern California in 1981 and went on to San Joaquin College of Law in Fresno, California, earning his Juris Doctor. He started as a Deputy District Attorney in Stanislaus County (Modesto) and returned to Fresno a year and a half later where he opened his law firm practicing all aspects of criminal law. He has taken...

After teaching High School, I had a desire to help people in a different way. I attended law school in Fresno, California, at San Joaquin College of Law, beginning 1989. I married Toni the same year! I completed law school in 1992. I began practicing Estate Planning and Probate law.
I discovered that I was far more inclined to practice Bankruptcy Law. My wife and I have a mutual love for people, so we felt that the direction we were pointed in was to use my gifts in guiding folks through Bankruptcy. I have found Bankruptcy to be very rewarding!...

Mr. Sullivan began his practice with McCormick Barstow in 1986. After practicing elsewhere, including being a founding partner in a small firm, he returned to McCormick Barstow in 2008. Although he has tried cases to verdict in many subject areas, including real estate disputes, agent errors and omissions, title insurance disputes, and a wide range of business related litigation ranging from breach of contract to fraud and unfair business practices, his practice now focuses upon insurance coverage and bad faith. In addition to over 25 jury trials, Mr. Sullivan has also tried numerous bench trials involving breach of contract and...

George is AV® Preeminent™ 5.0 out of 5 Rated personal injury litigator by Martindale Hubbell. He is the recipient of the Kern County Bar Association’s 1996 Bench & Bar Award. He obtained his B.A. degree from California State University, Sacramento, and his J.D. from the University of California, Davis, School of Law. He is still keenly interested in education, having served as Dean of California Pacific School of Law, was Chairman of California State University, Bakersfield, Foundation’s Board of Directors, and is the founder and organizer of the Bakersfield Business Conference.

George has mediated and arbitrated large complex cases and simple...

Taraneh (Tara) Khorrami provides legal services devoted exclusively to Immigration Law. She handles all types of immigration cases on behalf of immigrants desiring to become lawful residents of the United States. Ms. Khorrami has distinguished academic credentials. Ms. Khorrami has received her Juris Doctorate from Whittier Law School, Costa Mesa, California.

Ms. Khorrami is a member of the State Bar of California, and is admitted to practice in the United States Supreme Court, Supreme Court of California, United States District Court, Central District of California, and United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit.

I practice DUI defense throughout California. I am part of the team that handled and successfully argued the published opinions Najera v. DMV http://www.courts.ca.gov/opinions/documents/F069387.PDF (5th Dist. Court of Appeal) and Freitas v. DMV http://www.courts.ca.gov/opinions/documents/F071533.PDF (5th Dist. Court of Appeal).

Practice in Santa Barbara County and San Luis Obispo County since 1982. Practice limited to Bankruptcy law including Chapter 7 (individual and business) as well as Chapter 13 (individuals - wage earns and business owners).

Daniel Rodriguez has a background that is different than the typical lawyer. Daniel grew up in a migrant farm-worker family. He and his family were constantly on the move, living and working in Texas, Arkansas, Louisiana, and California. Daniel and his five siblings attended between three and five different schools each year up until college. In addition to working in the fields, Daniel later held a variety of jobs going through college and law school. To name a few, he worked as a dishwasher, worked for PG&E in their mapping department, worked as a sales person for Sears, Roebuck & Co.,...

Mark Anthony Raimondo is a criminal defense and trial lawyer in Bakersfield, CA. That does not mean every case needs to go to trial. But you do need a lawyer who has a proven reputation to get the police, or other government agency out of your life. Mark is recognized and respected by judges and prosecutors alike as a tenacious advocate, and by his clients as someone who genuinely cares. From DUI misdemeanors, through the most complex murder accusations, we have the time, experience and concern necessary to fight your case at every stage. If you or your loved...

A Partner and Litigator in the firm SWANSON O'DELL, Jeremy D. Swanson practices Family Law. He is a certified specialist in family law, and has been practicing for over 20 years.

James Carr has tried countless cases to jury verdict in the Los Angeles, Long Beach and Orange County courts. He has also successfully helped victims of torts recover over $100,000,000.00 in settlements and judgments. After over 30 years as a practicing, hard charging legal advocate, he has more than racked up an impressive record of success. He is also a member of the American Board of Trial Advocates, AAJ, CAOC, and CAALA and an honorary member of “Personal Injury Warriors”, an international organization of tort attorneys.

Eric S. Beiswanger has meaningful roots in helping others. Eric was born and raised in Merced, California and briefly left the valley to attend UC Davis where he obtained his bacheclors degree in political science and a minor in womens studies while consistently receiving academic honors and deans honor list recognition. After graduation, Eric moved to the east coast to obtain his law degree at Rutgers University in New Jersey. While in law school Eric took advantages of opportunites and focused on using the law to assist others. While at Rutgers, Eric was named to the...

Dan Rogers is licensed to practice law in the state of California, including the Eastern Federal District Court. For twenty years he’s been intimately involved with technology and creative development, working in senior executive positions at IBM, Sierra On-Line, Virgin Interactive, and Interactive Studio Management. He’s also been involved in more than a dozen million unit-selling video games. Dan’s writing, research, and lectures are published in leading industry magazines and publications, and his work in the area of video game acquisitions have helped many understand the dynamics of this growing industry. MIT’s Sloan School of Management and other...

When you come to the Law Office of Rick D. Banks, you can receive the help you need from a tried and true lawyer. It is of the utmost importance that you are supported by a knowledgeable and dedicated attorney who has your best interests in mind and who is prepared to support you today. Attorney Banks has experience with all kinds of divorce situations and cases, and he is prepared to stand by your side and fight for you throughout the entirety of your situation. He has over 10 years of professional experience and his experience can be a...

Joel Campbell founded Valley Law Group after more than a decade litigating workers’ compensation cases in California. He has broad experience in all aspects of workers’ compensation law including death claims, catastrophic injury claims, claims against uninsured employers, and claims against local and state government agencies. In addition to his significant legal skill and experience, Mr. Campbell approaches each case with a desire to know and understand the concerns of each client and to provide compassionate support that will enable them to move through a difficult time in their lives.

Mr. Campbell and his wife Veronica actively support several non-profit...