Desert Center Lawyers

I am licensed to practice law before the Executive Office for Immigration Review, the Board of Immigration Appeals, California State Courts, the Federal District Court for Northern California, and the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit.

I received my undergraduate degree from the University of California at Santa Barbara with honors and my Juris Doctor from Golden Gate University School of Law, including certificates of specialization with distinction in international and business law.

I formerly served as a media liaison for the Northern California Chapter of the American Immigration Lawyers Association and was a professor of immigration and criminal...

Christina Weed understands the complex life demands and goals of her clients. Christina also understands that most of the time it is not possible to completely separate family life from business. Clients need an integrated plan that covers all of their family, business, tax, and estate planning concerns. Christina has dedicated the past thirteen years to the study and practice of law, taxation, business, accounting, and estate planning and uses this knowledge to consult with her clients in business, tax and estate planning matters. Christina is a licensed attorney with an LL.M. in Taxation from the...

I started my firm because I wanted to provide my clients with my own brand of excellent legal representation, consistent with my unique human qualities of compassion, strength, caring and integrity. I have represented injured people for over twenty years. While I have very successfully tried and settled many cases over the years, I take nothing for granted. For that reason, I work very hard – harder than most. I do it because I love what I do and I am constantly striving to improve, learn new ways of doing things, better ways of connecting with...

Attorney Mokarram has focused on Bankruptcy Law since 2009 and has a good rapport with our local Trustees and Judges. Attorney Mokarram cares about his clients and understands the difficult process people go through during the bankruptcy process. PAYMENT PLAN: It is only $100 to hire us to start working on your case and we offer payment plans.

I represent working people that are injured on the job. I believe everything should be explained thoroughly and in understandable terms. Getting injured on the job can be a scary and life-altering event. Getting your worker’s compensation benefits can be a complicated process to get through that requires excellent representation. Through my education and experience, I strive to make a difference in the lives of my clients by leveling the playing field against the powerful insurance companies who profit by denying benefits to injured people.

Tom R. Johnson

Mr. Bartholomew, a native of Elk Grove, California, received his Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science at the University of California, Davis, and his Juris Doctor from the same institution. Formerly a partner for 15 years with the law firm of Desmond, Miller, Desmond & Bartholomew, he co-founded the firm of Bartholomew & Wasznicky in 1989. He is a retired captain in the United States Army Reserve and is a licensed real estate broker. In addition to membership in the California Bar, he is admitted to practice before the United States Supreme Court and the United States Tax...

Naresh Virdi at Acquest Law, Inc. offers an innovative approach to legal services. He provides sound legal options to clients in need and a voice to tell their story in an emphatic and empathetic manner. Practicing in Sacramento and broadly in Northern California, he prides himself on a higher level of legal representation for his clients.

I have been practicing estate and probate law since 1994. My practice is 100% focused on California probate court cases only. I pride myself on efficiency and answering my client's questions within minutes rather than days. I am a Certified Specialist in Estate Planning, Trust and Probate Law. I have highest ratings on numerous websites including Martindale Hubbell "AV" rated, AVVO "10.0" rated, and am a "Superlawyer." I also am a past Sacramento Bee estate and probate "expert." I speak on estate and probate law to professional groups and have been quoted in numerous articles on the...

Ben has been practicing Estate Planning, Probate, and Elder Law since 2005. Prior to that, he was the Operations Manager and In-House Counsel for Arbitration Works, Inc., a leading provider of construction industry alternative dispute resolution services working closely with the California Contractor’s State License Board. Ben has also taught 1st-year Contracts Law and Wills & Trusts. Ben is a veteran of the U.S. Air Force Reserves, an Avionics Technician who served active duty during Operation Desert Storm. Honorably discharged as a Technical Sergeant, he was recognized several times for his excellent Mishap Prevention Program as the Squadron Safety NCO.

John Steiner is an attorney licensed to practice in California (state) and all four United States District Courts in California (federal).

John is the founder of Steiner Injury Law. Steiner Injury Law serves individuals in Sacramento and the rest of California who have been involved in an automobile accident or otherwise suffered injuries due to the actions or negligence of a third party.

"We have a no-fee guarantee for accident and personal injury clients. Accident and personal injury clients pay no money upfront and only pay a contingent fee if we recover for them."

Steiner Injury Law handles numerous types of personal injury...

With over 20 years of legal experience, Joshua Kaizuka began his career as a Deputy Public Defender in Yolo County, before transitioning to civil rights law for several years, and later returning to criminal defense as a private attorney. Throughout his career, he has vigorously and successfully represented more than a thousand clients in both adult and juvenile criminal cases, handling everything from minor offenses to serious strike cases, including jury trials. Since opening his own practice, Josh has focused on a diverse range of cases, including a significant number of DUI cases, as well as criminal charges ranging from minor...

I am a California State Bar Board CERTIFIED Bankruptcy Law Specialist. Only about 1% of attorneys are Board Certified Bankruptcy Law Specialists. I have been helping clients solve their debt problems for more than 40 years. I have taught bankruptcy law seminars for attorneys through the National Business Institute and others for 20 years. I give a Free 1-hour or more bankruptcy attorney consultation. You will get real, usable information about ALL your options and answers to all your questions without the high-pressure sales pitch. My fees are reasonable and are based on your specific situation. The services you need...

Calderone Law Firm, with an office located in El Segundo, California, is recognized as one of Southern California's, pre-eminent employment law litigation firms, representing clients in Los Angeles and the surrounding areas. Attorney Vincent Calderone has a strong 24-year record of successful settlements and verdicts on behalf of clients. Attorney Vincent Calderone offers compassionate, responsive legal advice and representation in employment, sexual harassment, wrongful termination, wage and hour class action. Contact the Calderone Law Firm to schedule a consultation about the circumstances of your case.

Christopher was one of the youngest attorneys to be admitted to the State Bar of California. He focuses on Personal Injury legal representation. Christopher is bilingual in Spanish. Christopher is the former President of the Long Beach Barristers Bar Association. Christopher has the distinction of achieving many outstanding awards including one for his dedication to pro bono services. He believes strongly in using his legal skills for the betterment of the community. He is also one of the few attorneys who has a verdict for over ($12,000,000.00) twelve million dollars.

Garret Weinrieb, a graduate of the UCLA School of Law and the University of California, Berkeley (Phi Beta Kappa), draws on 20 years of experience as a Los Angeles criminal defense attorney to aggressively represent and protect his clients' rights and interests against all felony and misdemeanor criminal charges, ranging from simple misdemeanors to violent crimes such as assault, sex crimes and murder. Born and raised in Los Angeles, Mr. Weinrieb is particularly adept at representing and relating to clients from a broad diversity of backgrounds. He is unwavering in his determination to achieve justice for all...

Jacob Sapochnick is recognized as one of the most innovative, up and coming Immigration Lawyers in the nation. He devotes 100% of his practice to Immigration Law, representing Corporations, Hotels, Restaurants, and other organizations, as well as, entrepreneurs, and individuals worldwide. He also provides legal support and representation in family sponsored immigration matters.

As managing partner of Sage Law Firm, Dean delivers comprehensive counsel with a focus on tax controversy, business consulting, and nonprofit matters. With his extensive experience, Dean offers clients tailored tax and business solutions to address their unique needs. Dean is dedicated to guiding clients throughout their business journey, from entity formation to dissolution, ensuring they are positioned for success at every stage. Dean’s proficiency in resolving tax matters spans a broad spectrum as he has worked with both individuals and corporate clients. He routinely represents clients before the IRS and state taxation agencies and has counseled clients in sales tax...

Scott Silberman, esq. is a Certified Specialist in Workers' Compensation. He has also been recognized by the Department of Industrial Relations, Division of Workers Compensation  as an Arbitrator.  He has experience representing both injured workers as well as employers and insurance companies, but now exclusively represents injured workers and their dependents.

Coming from a family of workers compensation attorneys, and his father being a retired workers' compensation Judge, Scott has literally grown up with workers' compensation. He has written law review articles and lectured to bar associations in regards to changes in workers compensation law.

Prior to becoming one of the founding...

RMO LLP resolves contests, disputes and litigation related to trusts, estates and conservatorships, creating a welcome peace of mind for clients. We represents heirs, beneficiaries, trustees and executors, utilizing our experience to develop and implement strategies that swiftly and cost-effectively address the financial issues, fiduciary duties and emotional complexities underlying trust contests, estates conflicts and probate litigation. Driven by a commitment to provide relief to people grieving the loss of a loved one, RMO collaborates closely with clients. We pursue and defend claims involving incapacity, incompetence, undue influence, breach of fiduciary duty, and other similar areas of dispute. Our advice and counsel...

For the past 10 years, our practice has achieved over 10,000 approvals for our clients. Whether you are interested in marriage based immigration, asylum, a Green Card, or a business visa, we can help. We speak many languages, so call us today at (888) 902-9285 for a Free Consultation! We have offices in both California and New York, and we help clients in all 50 states and all over the world.

Ron Funk, a seasoned attorney of over 25 years, graduated from Brigham Young University’s J. Reuben Clark Law School in 1996. His legal journey began with an undergraduate degree in English and a minor in family science, initially unaware of the profound impact this education would have on his trajectory in law. The dividends of his English degree manifested swiftly, winning him the Best Brief award in the first-year moot court competition. This success continued throughout law school, culminating in the prestigious Jack Welch award in his third year. Commencing as a law clerk, Ron drafted appellate briefs for a plaintiff’s personal...

Joshua D. Ramirez received his Bachelor's Degree in Political Science from Cal State Fullerton. Josh went to Loyola Law School in Los Angeles where he obtained his Juris Doctorate Degree and his LLM Degree in Taxation, which he obtained "With Distinction." He has a passion for Elder Law, as evidenced by him graduating #1 in his Elder Law class. Josh has a passion for the elderly and families mourning the loss of a loved one. Josh enjoys spending time with his wife and young son, spending the day at the shooting range, and flying.

Nate has dedicated his career to protecting people accused of crimes. During his practice as a public defender, Nate learned what works to get decent results in the toughest situations and knows how to actually help people. Nate has successfully represented clients on all levels and types of felony cases and trained new lawyers in defender offices. Nate was trained in trial skills at the nationally renowned Colorado State Public Defender system and learned the “Colorado method” of jury selection and the chapter method of cross examination from some of its creators at the State Public Defender. Nate was born...

For the past 25 years, Martin Schmidt has dedicated his law practice to helping injured victims secure rightful compensation from insurance companies that prioritize profits over people. Despite graduating in the top 10% of his law school class and winning millions of dollars for his clients, Mr. Schmidt's most profound education came after a severe car accident. "Lying strapped to a stretcher, I thought about all my clients in similar situations. Did they feel this way? Where was I going? How hurt was I? Would I be able to work, pay the bills, or take care of my family?" His recovery took...

Arrested for a crime he, admittedly, did commit in 2004, David P. Shapiro experienced firsthand the same fear, uncertainty, and concern for his future and freedom so many of his clients undergo when arrested or under investigation for allegedly committing a crime. That experience motivates him each and every day to provide the best representation possible to any and all who entrust his Firm to handle their criminal defense matter in their time of need.

David has dedicated his career to helping good people get through bad situations and regain control of their future when charged with a crime....

Samer Habbas is a civil litigation attorney who focuses on personal injury and wrongful death matters. Mr. Habbas has handled a variety of claims in this area and has proved to be successful in doing so. Mr. Habbas’ aggressive approach towards attorneys and insurance companies has resulted in significant settlements. This tenacity towards the opposing side has achieved six figure settlements in matters that have been denied or ones in which other attorneys have advised their clients there may be no potential recovery.

Attorney Vikas Bajaj is a San Diego-based criminal defense attorney fighting for the rights of individuals and corporations who have been charged with a crime. Attorney Vikas Bajaj started his own defense firm, The Law Office of Vikas Bajaj, APC in 2002. Vikas prides himself in providing aggressive and effective representation to obtain favorable outcome for his clients.

Ben Coughlan is an award-winning trial lawyer who has dedicated his career to fighting for individuals going through the toughest times of their lives. Ben believes that personal attention, and creativity on cases, are what achieve the best results for clients. Ben believes his job is to tell each client's story as he or she sees it, not as others might see it. To do that, he believes in spending the time to get to know every client personally so he can best understand not only how to get the largest financial result, but also how to take as much...

Quirk Accident & Injury Attorneys is an expert personal injury team serving three states. We tailor our approach to your case by providing professional, personalized, and diligent representation to each case. Our experience and skill are unmatched. Our foundation is built upon credibility, professionalism and integrity. We emphasize personalized attention and incorporate streamlined processes for a seamless client experience that generates swift and top-notch results. Our pedigree and client testimonials tell our story. By prioritizing clients first, we deliver success to each and every client. What Quirk Stands For Character –We possess credibility, integrity, and honesty. These values...

Matthew Spiegel, San Diego's Experienced and Proven Criminal Attorney Spiegel, founder of Spiegel Law Group, is one of San Diego's best and most respected criminal lawyers. With over 750 criminal cases handled, Matthew has turned himself into an aggressive and skilled criminal attorney. Mr. Spiegel has defended clients in all types of criminal cases. He has defended over 750 clients, including defendants facing charges of murder, assault with a deadly weapon, drug possession, robbery, burglary, sex crimes, and much more. Matthew has also defended more than 400 DUI clients. His experience in the courtroom has helped him to become a...

Stephen V. Smith is a dedicated and skilled Divorce and Family Law attorney. He exclusively represents men and women going through difficult divorces and complex family issues. When possible, Stephen uses a non-adversarial approach, involving mediation and settlement. Because emotions run high in this area of the law, Stephen is also prepared to proceed to court to resolve cases. In addition to over 18 years advocating for clients, Stephen has personal experience with divorce. More than 20 years ago, before becoming an attorney, he represented himself in his own divorce and contentious custody battle. During this difficult time Stephen realized what...

Haeggquist & Eck partner and trial attorney Amber Eck is a tenacious advocate for employees, consumers and shareholders, and has been for the past 26 years. Amber has taken cases to trial in both state and federal court as lead trial attorney, and has recovered millions of dollars for her clients in settlements, including multiple six- and seven-figure settlements. Amber doesn’t shy away from high-profile defendants — a fact well-illustrated by her role as co-lead counsel in the well-publicized class action against President Donald Trump and Trump University, which settled for $25 million. For her work in the case,...

Thomas Mauriello assists clients with an array of legal matters, including Business, Consumer, Investment, Government, Real Estate, Stock Broker, Investment and Environmental Law disputes. With over 30 years of experience, Mr. Mauriello is committed to delivering quality legal solutions with efficient and personalized representation throughout the State of California.

Mr. Mauriello is dedicated to involvement in his community. This has included coaching youth basketball and volleyball, as well as working with both Volunteers in Parole and the San Diego AIDS Project. Additionally, he has served on the Legal Committee of the Los Angeles Chapter of the Sierra Club for many years.

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Mr. Hermansen focuses his law practice on state and federal criminal trials, appeals, and habeas corpus. He's been a Board Certified Criminal Law Specialist by the California State Bar Board of Legal Specialization since 2009, and he's been recognized as a Super Lawyer in criminal law in San Diego every year from 2008 to the present. In addition to representing criminal defendants at state and federal felony jury trials, he frequently argues before the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals and the California Court of Appeal. He's also argued before the United States Supreme Court, the California Supreme Court, and en...

Extensive experience in patents, high tech business, all software matters, and international transactions. Providing established companies and startups with clear legal advice on which sound business decisions may be based. Extensive in-house experience working with line and executive management to solve operating and strategic problems. Operating management experience. Frequent lecturer before professional groups and CLE classes.

Eve Maestre is a highly effective Criminal Defense Attorney with a proven track record of successful litigation and noteworthy dismissals across all San Diego, Orange County, and Riverside courts. Her experiences working with Southern California's foremost leaders in Criminal Law have provided Eve with comprehensive knowledge of the most effective Criminal Defense strategies for all types of misdemeanor and felony matters in California, including post-conviction relief. Eve is rated in the Top 2.5% of all Criminal Lawyers in San Diego and is a "Top 10 Under 40" Criminal Defense Attorney nationwide. She is also the 4 x winner of...

Attorney Anna Yum is a former prosecutor and preeminent award-winning criminal defense attorney. Ms. Yum is a nationally recognized trial attorney who is regularly called upon and trusted by national television networks such as Fox News, HLN/CNN, Investigation Discovery,and many more, to provide legal commentary on the nation's top headlines. For the past decade, Attorney Yum has successfully handled a wide gamut of cases ranging from murder, rape, child molestation, gang enhancements, domestic violence, drug sales and possession, DUI/DWI, and many more. Due to her highly respected reputation, Ms. Yum has garnered a number of...

As the founder of a luxury immigration law firm, I provide tailored legal services to individuals and businesses navigating complex family and employment-based immigration matters. My clients value a seamless, personalized experience, and I take pride in delivering solutions that align with their unique goals and aspirations. With licenses to practice in both California and Russia, I bring a global perspective to immigration law. My academic background includes an LL.M. from UC Hastings College of the Law, a Master’s degree from Moscow State Law Academy, and a Ph.D. in International Law from Zhongnan University of Economics and Law. Fluent in Russian...

Look no further than San Diego's Premier Criminal Defense Firm. Award-Winning Former Deputy District Attorney & Former Deputy City Attorney. His firm takes pride in handling his clients cases with efficiency and discretion. Free Case evaluation. Serving All San Diego County. Be Proactive and call now.

WE PROTECT PROFESSIONALS AND BUSINESS OWNERS FROM UNFAIR DIVORCE.
Our Law firm is focused exclusively on divorce, child custody, paternity actions, modifications of child support, spousal support, property division, domestic violence and all other issues that fall under the "umbrella" of Family Law. Our passion is our clients. We recognize that while people are going through situations dealing with the breakdown of a marriage or how best to share their children, it is an incredibly challenging and heartbreaking time. It is also very nerve-wracking to have the future of your children, and/or security (financial or otherwise) be unknown or be...