Portola DUI & DWI Lawyers

I have been practicing criminal defense for over 16 years. During that time, it has become clear that there is a tremendous need for immigration attorneys that are well-versed in the area of criminal law. I have substantial experience in both federal and state (county) courts, having defended clients accused of all types of offenses: federal drug trafficking, homicide, manslaughter, sex offenses, drug charges, gang offenses, three strikes, DUIs, robbery, burglary, misdemeanors, juvenile offenses, and more... I am a trial attorney. That means if you need to take your case to trial to safeguard your rights, you...

Established in 2005, my practice is devoted solely to criminal defense and fighting for my clients. My clients are treated with respect and their cases are given the attention they deserve. I pride myself in communicating with my clients and provide them with aggressive representation. If you need help, please call for a free consultation. If you decide to retain my services, I will fight equally hard for you regardless of whether you are facing a traffic citation, misdemeanor or a felony. Your case will receive the investigation and attention it needs. I started off...

Criminal prosecution is an adversarial system. The people have the prosecutor – you need an effective experienced and aggressive Sacramento criminal attorney. We know the system, the law, the possible resolutions and the defenses in the event of a trial. If you have been arrested and charged with a crime, contact criminal attorney Sacramento California Richard A. Chan Jr. for free consultation. Admissions: California State Bar, Member, Admitted 1994 Nevada State Bar, Member, Admitted 1998 United States District Court, Eastern District of California United States District Court, Northern District of California Education: McGeorge School of Law, University of...

Sophisticated Divorce Attorney Prime Divorce Attorney Francisco Zavala, J.D. Honored at U.C.L.A. School of Law Divorce lawyer Francisco Zavala, J.D., previously served as a Los Angeles County Temporary Judge. Divorce Attorney Francisco M. Zavala is listed in Who's Who in California, and Who's Who in American Law. Family Law Attorney Francisco Zavala graduated from the following academic institutions: - UCLA School of Law - Class of 1996 - UCLA Undergraduate School - Class of 1993 Divorce Lawyer Francisco Zavala has completed additional advanced legal education from the following academic institutions: -Harvard School of Law, Boston - 2003 -Hastings College of the Law, College of Advocacy, San...

"Ryan Friedman, former prosecutor and criminal defense attorney, helps those who have been arrested and charged with felonies, misdemeanors, and DUIs. Anyone accused of a misdemeanor or felony needs to understand the value of a reliable Sacramento criminal defense attorney. While the state will provide a public defender if the accused cannot afford a private lawyer or does not wish to incur the expense of hiring one, public defenders typically manage several cases at once and therefore will have little to no personal investment in any given case. A private defense attorney like those at the Friedman Law Firm will...

Mitchell Barraza serves as a contract attorney with Lamano Law Office, bringing with him valuable experience from his time as a Volunteer Attorney at the San Francisco Public Defender’s Office. There, he represented clients facing misdemeanor charges such as DUI, vandalism, firearm offenses, battery, and drug-related cases. Recognized by the National Trial Lawyers, Mr. Barraza has been honored as one of California’s Top 40 under 40 Criminal Defense Lawyers. A significant portion of his clients have been people of color, many of whom are Spanish-speaking, and he is dedicated to helping them overcome challenging periods in their lives. Driven by...

Wilber Law began with a love of criminal defense. We’ve expanded to include other areas of law, but the ability to advocate for the rights we all share under the Constitution of the United States is an honor and a privelege. Without lawyers willing to take on this difficult task, police would have free reign to invade our privacies and courts would have free reign to convict people charged of crimes without a fair process. This crucial work speaks to our hearts. It is said that you can measure the moral fiber of a society by...

Los Angeles native and attorney Victoria (Tori) Hirsch is eager to fight for you in the legal arena, and she thoroughly enjoys fighting for the rights of every single person she represents. At the Nieves Law Firm, Tori primarily represents clients facing criminal charges, those who find themselves caught up in the juvenile justice system, and those who need assistance with post-conviction relief matters. Her focus on juvenile work stems from her previous experience working as an English Language Arts teacher at KIPP Bayview Academy where she taught what she considers “some of the world’s smartest, funniest, and kindest seventh...

Attorney Marc Days of The Days Law Firm is a Criminal Defense Attorney with significant Federal and State legal experience. Marc is the the attorney you call when you are facing criminal charges, when your rights need protection. Marc has over 25 years of experience. Marc Days is known for his skilled and aggressive representation, He also has a reputation for paying serious attention to his clients cases.

I have been a lawyer since 2003 and practiced predominately criminal defense since 2004. I am passionate about what I do and have a reputation for going the extra mile.

Criminal Defense Law. I use my 13 years of legal experience to fight for you on the Central Coast. As a former prosecutor, I know the ins and outs of the legal system and can work those details to your advantage.

Law firm specializing in criminal defense. Attorneys skilled in defending people accused of any crime, felony or misdemeanor. Attorneys who also practice juvenile law and dependency law (child protective services). Located in Merced, California. Free consultation with lawyer. Please visit our website for more information on the lawyers and criminal defense.

Henry went on to accept a scholarship and commit to Pepperdine University Caruso School of Law, where he ambitiously completed a joint three year Juris Doctorate/ Masters in Dispute Resolution program, graduating in 2016 from the nations #1 Masters in Dispute Resolution program. It was at Pepperdine that Henry mastered the interest based, “below the line” approach to dispute resolution that is so valuable in negotiating excellent settlements for clients throughout his professional practice. Early in his career Henry practiced Family Law, before transitioning to a practice that fulfilled his desire to serve indigent populations. In order to bring that...

Kit Westbrook has praticed criminal defense law exclusively since becoming an attorney in 2008. For the past 10 years, Kit has dedicated his career to protecting and defending the rights of those charged with crimes in the State of California. Kit was trained with an worked along side many of the most accomplised attorneys in California. Kit received his J.D. from Chapman University School of Law in Orange California. Prior to attending law school Kit received a master of science in psycology from Utah State University and a bachelors of science from Brigham Young University. ...

Date of Admission To State Bar: June 2011 Graduated University California, Davis, Bachelors of Arts, 1996 Graduated Concord University School of Law, Juris Doctor. 2008 DUI law is my specialty but I also practice Wills and Trusts and Business Law exclusively. As a newer attorney with a fresh approach, I am working in many other areas of the law as well under the supervision of more experienced attorneys. Worked in high-tech sector for many years for various companies including: -Lightspeed Technologies -The Grid Internet -Cal Poly Foundation www.calpolyfoundation.org -Started my own programming business in 2000: www.wheelertech.com Member San Luis Obispo BAR Association Member California BAR Association Member...

John is a former Deputy Public Defender for two separate Public Defender offices and has 23 years of criminal law experience. He has handled from simple cases all the way to murder with very successful results

Attorney Martin Taleisnik is a defense lawyer who has been committed to representing the criminally accused for more than a decade. With a background in science, he has an invaluable perspective into all kinds of criminal cases including those involving murder, sexual assault, theft, robbery and DUI. In addition, Mr. Taleisnik offers affordable payment plans and free initial consultations, so call his firm, Sawl Law Group, today to get started on your case!

Mr. Hammerschmidt's practice is limited to the defense of persons accused of crimes in state and federal courts, including white collar matters. Mr. Hammerschmidt served as a Deputy District Attorney for more than 12 years and also served as the lead legal advisor to a police department of more than 800 police officers. He is certified as a Criminal Law Specialist by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization. Mr. Hammerschmidt is AV rated by Martindale Hubbell, which is the highest rating given to an attorney and he is listed in the Bar Register of...

Rena M. Harrison is a Fresno, California based criminal defense and government investigations attorney. Rena represents clients in Fresno, Madera, Tulare, Kings, Merced, and Mariposa Counties as well as in Federal court. Ms. Harrison graduated from San Joaquin College of Law in the Top 10 of her class. Rena has been with Hammerschmidt Law Corporation since March of 2018 and has worked closely with both Mr. Hammerschmidt and Mr. Rooney on federal and state white collar criminal cases, federal and state drug and firearm offenses, felony and misdemeanor DUI offenses, murder and manslaughter cases, and others.

Prior to becoming an...

Chris Cain is an experienced attorney specializing in immigration and criminal defense law, with an office located in Salinas, California. With over ten years of experience in the field, Chris has built a reputation for providing high-quality legal services to his clients. He has received numerous positive reviews on both Google and Yelp, with dozens of 5/5 ratings highlighting his expertise and dedication to his clients. As a criminal defense attorney, Chris focuses on cases related to DUI, reckless driving, and traffic tickets. His in-depth knowledge of the legal system and years of experience make him a formidable advocate in the...

I practice DUI Defense in Santa Cruz, Monterey, and Santa Clara Counties. I focus on all aspects of DUI Defense including pretrial motions, jury trials, and DMV proceedings.

I’m proud to be a native of Santa Cruz and serving my community in the legal field since 2008.

Harvey Ziff has again been honored as being listed as a "Northern California Super Lawyer" based on peer recognition and great achievements in representing personal injury plaintiffs.

Harvey Ziff attended the Wharton School of Finance, University of Pennsylvania (BS) and Stanford University School of Law. While at Stanford, Mr. Ziff served as editor on the Stanford Law Review from 1966-1967. Mr. Ziff also earned a masters of law (LLM) from Northwestern University (1969).

After graduating from Stanford University School of Law, Mr. Ziff served as a Special Assistant U.S. Attorney in San Francisco from 1968–1969 where he successfully prosecuted felony cases through...

John D. Cahners is a State Bar Certified Specialist in Criminal Law, who was a former senior prosecutor with the Santa Clara County District Attorneys Office. He has been defending those charged with crimes, since 1980.

He has been successful at handling all kinds of criminal defense with experience that includes every kind of crime, from DUI to Homicide. As a result of the new trend in prosecutions, he has become expert in handling Domestic Violence cases, and has devoted a substantial percentage of his practice to that area.

AV peer review rated by Martindale Hubble, he is also recognized by San...

While I was always interested in a legal career as I grew up and went through my years of education, it was not until I became quite involved in the civil rights movement during the 1960’s that I really began to understand how absolutely vital it was to protect the individual rights of citizens. This is especially true for persons charged with a criminal offense. People ask how I can represent “guilty” people, or those persons accused of serious crimes. The fact is I am proud and honored to do so because I deeply believe in the principles of...

A California State Bar Certified Specialist in Criminal Law, Jeffrey B. Hayden represents the residents of the Bay Area in California, which includes the cities in the metro areas of San Francisco, Oakland and San Jose. He focuses his practice on criminal defense, and juvenile offenses.
Mr. Hayden also hosts the program Your Legal Rights, broadcast weekly at San Francisco NPR affiliate KALW.
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Mr. Hayden graduated the University of California with a Bachelor of Arts in economics, then attended University of Southern California, Gould School of Law, earning his Juris...

Attorney Shari Sukaram is one of the founding lawyers with Ahmed & Sukaram, Criminal Defense Attorneys, a criminal defense law firm representing clients throughout Northern California. Ms. Sukaram realized that she wanted to be a litigation attorney at a young age; she’s since achieved that goal and dedicates her legal career to standing up for the rights of others. Ms. Sukaram went to the University of California, San Diego, for her undergraduate studies. She then went on to earn her J.D. from the University of California, Hastings College of the Law, in 2007. During law school, Attorney Sukaram interned for the...

Mr. Pytlik is a seasoned Criminal Defense attorney and former prosecutor with years of experience conducting trials and testimonial hearings. He was selected four times as a Northern California “Rising Star” by Super Lawyers, a designation awarded to no more than 2.5% of attorneys in the state.

Mr. Pytlik understands that court proceedings can be confusing and intimidating to those who are accused of criminal conduct. He treats clients with respect and compassion, while vigorously fighting for their rights. Clients often comment that they appreciate his personal concern and friendly demeanor, as well as his poise...

The Law Offices of Douglas Horngrad and Sam O’Keefe have been a preeminent criminal defense firm since 1989, trying cases in the nine Bay Area counties and beyond. The firm is on the cutting edge of criminal law, utilizing novel legal theory and thorough investigation, and the attorneys are known for their responsiveness, discretion, around-the-clock availability, and total devotion to clients. Sam O’Keefe is a native of San Francisco and started working at the Law Offices of Douglas Horngrad & Sam O'Keefe in 2009. He has extensive experience handling misdemeanor and felony cases in both state and federal courts in California....

Ahmad Askar is a dedicated criminal defense attorney serving clients in Santa Clara County, the greater Bay Area, and throughout the state of California. He is committed to protecting the rights of the accused and providing clear, effective counsel at every stage of the legal process. Mr. Askar earned his Bachelor’s degree from San José State University and his law degree from Purdue Global Law School. During law school, he was nominated and selected to compete in the National Moot Court Competition, where he focused on complex issues of criminal procedure; a testament to his skill in legal research, persuasive advocacy,...

Adam Allen Arant is a dedicated criminal defense attorney in Fremont and the founder of The Law Offices of Adam Allen Arant. He has committed his career to helping individuals protect their rights. Attorney Arant started his legal journey at the University of California, Davis where he received both his bachelor's and juris doctorate degrees. After graduating law school, he worked with the Sacramento law firm of Diepenbrock Harrison. Wanting to defend the rights of those charged with crimes, he started his own firm. Attorney Arant takes the time to understand each case he takes on, giving the client his...

The Criminal Law Office of Steven A. Seiden, was established in Los Angeles County over 40 years ago. We exclusively represent defendants in criminal cases, and we litigate Major Felonies, Drug Cases, Misdemeanors, DUI's, and we also represent client's in Federal Court in all United States jurisdictions. We have a proven record with numerous victories in Criminal Courts within California and across the United States. We possess the experience and knowledge necessary to represent our client's with the utmost dedication and commitment, in order to secure the best possible outcome for each client. And we take cases to Jury Trial!...

About Law Offices Of Omar Zambrano I have practiced law in the State of California since 2003. Over the course of my career, I have represented thousands of clients in a variety of areas of law such as immigration, bankruptcy, real estate, civil litigation of many kinds, estate planning, probate, business law, contracts, personal injury, and guardianship. Competence: I graduated from one of the top law schools in the country, the University of Southern California (USC). I graduated with high honors from USC and I excel in all social and political debates. Friendly, relaxed office atmosphere: I...

A former Southern California Deputy District Attorney, Mr. Lucero is licensed to practice law in the States of California and New York. He has handled criminal cases ranging from petty theft to murder. While he worked as a prosecutor, he earned the rare distinction of never losing a case involving driving under the influence, domestic violence, or homicide. Mr. Lucero's experience as a prosecutor gives him unique insight into what makes prosecutors tick, what they look for in proving a case at trial, and how they negotiate plea bargains. Should you find yourself on the wrong end of the criminal...

My experience includes years as a senior district attorney with the Los Angeles District Attorney's Office and Orange County District Attorney's Office. My time as a prosecutor has been invaluable in my work as a criminal defense attorney. I received my legal education from Yale University and Tulane University. As a defense attorney, I have been named a Super Lawyers Rising Star, a top 10 criminal defense attorney in California, and a Top 40 under 40 trial attorney nationwide in the field of criminal defense. I have additionally received awards for client satisfaction from Avvo.com

My practice is founded upon a...

Long Beach Criminal Defense Attorney

For over 17 years now, Daniel Kolacia, has focused on providing quality representation in criminal law. Daniel Kolacia focused his career in criminal law. As a former prosecutor, he has had experience handling all types of criminal cases. He has handled homicide cases, drug cases, driving under the influence and traffic cases, white collar crime, and burglary and theft. Some of his high profile cases have been featured on Dateline, CNBC, Los Angeles Times, and local papers. Criminal defense requires someone with experience, knowledge, and know-how to provide the best representation. Because when your liberty is threatened, the stakes can be no...

Top Tier DUI Attorney Matthew J. Ruff has devoted his entire legal career to Criminal Defense, 30 years of Experience. Unlike many other Attorneys who may "side line" in the area of criminal defense, Attorney Ruff has limited his practice to exclusive criminal defense for over two decades. Prior to starting his work in Criminal Defense he worked in one of the largest District Attorney's Offices in the State of California. This gives his clients an edge by having "inside knowledge" of how his client's case will be prosecuted. He also gives his clients the added "edge" and an educational...

Orange County Criminal Defense Attorney Patrick S. Aguirre has been defending clients accused of criminal offenses for more than 14 years. Today, he leads the group of legal professionals who’ve joined him at his private practice, The Law Offices of Patrick S. Aguirre & Associates. The firm has been serving the criminally accused in Orange County, Downey, and surrounding areas since 2001, and under Aguirre’s direction, it now boasts a winning record of more than 93%. Attorney Aguirre received his Bachelor of Sciences degree in criminology from California State University, Fresno and then went on to obtain his Juris Doctorate...

A lot of attorneys really don't care about their clients and don't have the compassion required to be a criminal defense attorney. My clients are not only facing jail or prison, but as a result of the criminal proceedings, need someone who can relate to them and stand with them. That is what I do, I stand with my client, side by side, and fight for their rights. The prosecutor only knows my client as he or she appears on paper, I show the prosecutor who my client really is. When my clients hire me, they not only get an...