Rough and Ready Criminal Lawyers

Matthew A. Friedman joined the Cohen Defense Group in February, 2018. He graduated from the University of California, Hastings College of Law and became a member of the California bar in 2017. Prior to joining the firm, Mr. Friedman was a misdemeanor attorney at the Solano County Public Defender’s Office. Currently, he defends a wide variety of misdemeanor cases, such as drug possession, driving under the influence, petty theft and assault.

During law school, Mr. Friedman gained experience in the practice of criminal defense, working as a legal intern in both the Marin County and San Francisco Public...

Experienced litigator in both Yuba and Sutter Counties practicing primarily in family and criminal courts.

BA, MA (History) - UCLA JD - University of California, College of the Law (formerly named: "Hastings College of the Law"), San Francisco Civil and criminal litigation, over 43 years. 2+ misspent years working for civil firms; year as a Committee Consultant for the State Assembly, California Legislature; 15+ years working for the Sacramento County Public Defender, self-employed the rest of the time. Mostly criminal defense, trials and appeals ... 68 criminal jury trials, hundreds of criminal appeals. California and Federal (US District Courts, 9th Circuit, USSC). I do criminal appeals and writs only these days; California only, no Federal cases. Happily divorced...

Byron I. Roope founded the Law Office of Byron Roope in 2011. From the time he was young, Byron knew that he wanted to be an attorney. He comes from a family of attorneys and always desired to follow in the same path. As an undergraduate at Utah State University, he majored in Law and Constitutional Studies, focusing on courses that would give him a solid foundation in the law. Following his graduation from Utah State, he attended McGeorge School of Law. It was there that he developed his love for the courtroom, excelling in the school’s Trial Advocacy...

Brian has been practicing law for over 21 years and understands the ups and downs of life. After graduating from California State University at Sacramento Brian worked in the financial services industry as a business banker with Wells Fargo and a Stockbroker/financial planner with Merrill Lynch. Then in an abrupt change, and while still young enough to chase his dreams Brian took his shot at becoming an Actor. He headed off to Los Angeles and pursued Acting! He took acting classes and auditioned while waiting tables, bartending, walking dogs, and working as a personal fitness trainer. After 6 years...

I have experience in both criminal defense and prosecution, having resolved thousands of cases throughout my career. I firmly believe that most cases can be settled efficiently, but I am always prepared to defend my clients in court when necessary, ensuring their arguments are powerfully presented to achieve favorable outcomes. Preparation is key in any legal case. I meticulously review every document and video, and maintain well-organized files to ensure I am fully prepared when a case goes to trial. I value punctuality and strive to have my clients' cases addressed promptly in court, which helps in reducing their time and...

Denise is an aggressive litigator who fights relentlessly for her clients. When you hire Pereira Law you get Denise Pereira on your side and in your corner. She has more than 15 years of trial experience handling everything from simple battery to murder. She fights tirelessly to get the best possible outcome in each and every case. Experienced. Respected. Trusted. Delivering real results.

The Law Offices of Matthew S. Luzaich is a Criminal & DUI Defense Law Firm located in Chico, CA. It defends criminal cases in the counties of Butte, Glenn, Sutter, Tehama, and Yuba. It provides a free legal consultation with a local Chico criminal defense lawyer.

I am knowledgeable and skilled in the preparation and defense of misdemeanor, felony and juvenile cases from arraignment through jury trial. My experience includes litigation on behalf of Juvenile’s against multiple School Districts and the S.A.R.B. (School Attendance Review Board). I also assist in hearings and trials with matters such as reviewing and analyzing evidence, police reports, interviewing witnesses and preparing clients for court.

My court appearances have included arraignments, pre-trial conferences, probation violation hearings, Proposition 36 court, and readiness conferences. In addition, I research, write, and argue motions on a range of procedural and substantive matters.

I received a B.S....

Attorney Gregg Cohen brings more than 30 years of experience in criminal law to his clients who face charges in Redding, and throughout Shasta County and the surrounding Northern California communities. He advocates for clients in cases ranging from traffic offenses and drunk driving to drug charges, juvenile offenses and domestic abuse. Mr. Cohen spent 20 years as the elected district attorney for Tehama County. Prior to that, he worked as deputy district attorney for both Shasta and Tehama counties, and he served as a federal prosecutor for the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of California. Having completed an...