M. Alvarez Lawyer Reviews & Ratings - Visalia
M. Alvarez has an average rating of 3.8/5 based on 10 reviews in Visalia, California. Practice areas include Criminal Defense law.
M. Alvarez
Central Valley Criminal Defense Attorney M. Richard Alvarez has been practicing criminal law for the past 10 years. He got his start in the Tulare County District Attorney’s Office before going exclusively into criminal defense. Having worked as a prosecutor allowed Attorney M. Richard Alvarez to understand the criminal justice system from the “other side’s” perspective. Knowing how the “other side” thinks and acts allows him to better represent his clients because Attorney M. Richard Alvarez can anticipate how the prosecution will proceed.. Criminal Defense Attorney M. Richard Alvarez was born in the Central Valley, raised in Northern California and educated in Southern California. He has lived all his life in California and understands its people and way of life. Attorney M. Richard Alvarez uses this native knowledge to the benefit of his clients every time he walks into the courtroom.. Criminal Defense Attorney M. Richard Alvarez earned his Associate of Arts Degree from the College of the Sequoias, in 2000. He earned his Bachelor of Arts in History from California State University, Fresno, in 2002. He earned his Juris Doctorate from the University of California Los Angeles, School of Law, in 2005.
Average Rating: 3.8
Total Reviews 10
Total Reviews 10
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Criminal Defense
Visalia, 93291
Address
115 S Church St,
Visalia
,
93291
Counties Tulare County
Counties Tulare County
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M. Alvarez has received a total of 10 Lawbamba, Avvo, Yelp, Google and Lawyers.com reviews.
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- Visalia Lawyers Fees is generally in the range of $281-$400 per hour.
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Criminal Defense Attorney Visalia (10 lawyers)
- Free or Complimentary consultation may be available for a few hours.
- Visalia Lawyers Fees is generally in the range of $281-$400 per hour.
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Criminal Defense Attorney Visalia (10 lawyers)
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Daniel J. Tripathi
(Practice: Criminal Defense Law)
Average Rating: 4.10/5
Jay Finnecy
(Practice: Criminal Defense Law)
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Site, I would hate to see how you act in the actual courtroom…if you actually get hired. ...read more
Average Rating: 4.10/5
Dean Gordon
(Practice: Criminal Defense Law)
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I’m looking for a lawyer to help me with my case of sexual harassment Cell number 661 374 7498 After they got all my evidence they stop receiving and returning calls, think twice before you give out se sitive information, do not send paperwork, do not sign a contingency agreement that does not cap them for the percentage they say … ...read more ...read more
Average Rating: 4.10/5
Tracy Grayson
(Practice: Criminal Defense Law)
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Re he knows he will get a benefit at the end of the day ...read more
Average Rating: 4.10/5
Shelley D. Dwyer
(Practice: Criminal Defense Law)
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Shelley is the best attorney I have ever encountered. She leaves no stone unturned and did everything in her power to get me the best deal possible. I... I have made a few mistakes over the years and each time I have hired Shelley. Shelley has always done a fantastic job each time. She has always been easy to get ahold of, responds very quickly, and has always looked out for my best … ...read more ...read more
Average Rating: 4.10/5
Douglas A. Goss
(Practice: Criminal Defense Law)
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Doug goss was hired as my lawyer after the police raided my house and found stolen property amongst my boyfriends things. My ex boyfriend was/is a hab... ********************DO NOT USE THIS ATTORNEY**************** I spoke to Blair Goss in January 2025. Very receptive. I hired him on February 2nd and paid retainer of $11,000. I gave him two weeks to do the Discovery as he said it would … ...read more ...read more
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Moshrefi Law, PC
(Practice: Criminal Defense Law)
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Stern I'd say but I'd rather go elsewhere. Mainly professional but I feel my temperament was a bit stronger. LEGAL is abrasive so probably on my end was... I was working amicably with my exes attorney on our dissolution until he surprised me with a backdated order for alimony. I researched many attorneys and finally consulted Moshrefi Law. After explaining my situation to Mary, I was impressed … ...read more ...read more
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Steven Whitworth
(Practice: Criminal Defense Law)
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I hired this attorney and he did nothing but robbed me of my $1,500 retainer. I have asked him to r This team was outstanding. They helped me get two separate cases dismissed over the past several years. They were honest, transparent, and easy to communicate with throughout the process. Hiring them was absolutely worth the investment. ...read more ...read more
Average Rating: 4.10/5
Paul Takakjian
(Practice: Criminal Defense Law)
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About 4:40pm and was given a intake two page form to fill out. Another female attorney whom had give ...read more
Average Rating: 4.10/5
Meghan Behrens
(Practice: Criminal Defense Law)
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Request her services again, but hope I never have to. Disclosure: I have not retained Ms. Behrens yet. However, I was so impressed with how kind and generous of her time this attorney was to me yesterday when I made a phone call to her regarding my 18-year-old daughter who had received two … ...read more ...read more
Average Rating: 4.10/5
Larry Bakman
(Practice: Criminal Defense Law)
Reviews
Ll, let's talk about his complete lack of professionalism. From the moment I hired him, I felt like ...read more
Average Rating: 4.10/5
Vincent Garcia
(Practice: Criminal Defense Law)
Reviews
Ough! I highly recommend this Attorney for anyone dealing with child custody issues. They did an outstanding job helping protect my grandson‘s custody, and I am grateful for their hard work from the beginning. They were professional … ...read more ...read more
Average Rating: 4.10/5
Alan Fenster
(Practice: Criminal Defense Law)
Reviews
Mr Fenster is an outstanding lawyer who really fights for his clients.He is very smart with many years of experience who really knows how to get great... I see these other reviews. I'll tell you what. I've had to use Alan half a dozen times and not once was I disappointed. In fact I've recommended several people and no one has ever been disappointed. Sorry, that is not exactly true, the … ...read more ...read more
Average Rating: 4.10/5
John F. Christl
(Practice: Criminal Defense Law)
Reviews
John was extremely helpful in the resolution of my matter. He was compassionate and took the time to explain everything. He answered all my questions concisely and in a timely manner. He also kept me informed with any changes or updates as … ...read more
Average Rating: 4.13/5
Jay Jaffe
(Practice: Criminal Defense Law)
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Hero is the first word that comes to mind in regards to Jay Jaffe. And it's in no way an overstatement. I was involved in a car accident and potential... Great restaurant & reasonable pricing. ...read more ...read more
Average Rating: 4.13/5
Godfrey Isaac
(Practice: Criminal Defense Law)
Reviews
Godfrey Isaac charged me $300,000 + to handle litigation for my husband's estate, the Estate of John J. Costanzo. My husband was a senior partner and... ...read more
Average Rating: 4.13/5
Dennis Santwier
(Practice: Criminal Defense Law)
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Average Rating: 4.13/5
Richard Loew
(Practice: Criminal Defense Law)
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Average Rating: 4.13/5
Neal I. Sanders
(Practice: Criminal Defense Law)
Reviews
He was unprofessional... in a matter he was personally involved in with a 3rd party (who later was found to be wrong in his accusations towards said c... ...read more
Average Rating: 4.13/5
Brian Newman
(Practice: Criminal Defense Law)
Reviews
As a criminal defense based expert, I work with attorneys throughout the country. Brian is truly one of the best in the field! His expertise and knowledge is only matched by his compassion and professionalism. Brian gets outstanding … ...read more
Average Rating: 4.15/5
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I hired this attorney and he did nothing but robbed me of my $1,500 retainer. I have asked him to r This team was outstanding. They helped me get two separate cases dismissed over the past several years. They were honest, transparent, and easy to communicate with throughout the process. Hiring them was absolutely worth the investment. ...read more ...read more
Average Rating: 4.10/5
Paul Takakjian
(Practice: Criminal Defense Law)
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About 4:40pm and was given a intake two page form to fill out. Another female attorney whom had give ...read more
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Request her services again, but hope I never have to. Disclosure: I have not retained Ms. Behrens yet. However, I was so impressed with how kind and generous of her time this attorney was to me yesterday when I made a phone call to her regarding my 18-year-old daughter who had received two … ...read more ...read more
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Ll, let's talk about his complete lack of professionalism. From the moment I hired him, I felt like ...read more
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Ough! I highly recommend this Attorney for anyone dealing with child custody issues. They did an outstanding job helping protect my grandson‘s custody, and I am grateful for their hard work from the beginning. They were professional … ...read more ...read more
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Mr Fenster is an outstanding lawyer who really fights for his clients.He is very smart with many years of experience who really knows how to get great... I see these other reviews. I'll tell you what. I've had to use Alan half a dozen times and not once was I disappointed. In fact I've recommended several people and no one has ever been disappointed. Sorry, that is not exactly true, the … ...read more ...read more
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Godfrey Isaac charged me $300,000 + to handle litigation for my husband's estate, the Estate of John J. Costanzo. My husband was a senior partner and... ...read more
Average Rating: 4.13/5
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(Practice: Criminal Defense Law)
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Average Rating: 4.13/5
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(Practice: Criminal Defense Law)
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Average Rating: 4.13/5
Neal I. Sanders
(Practice: Criminal Defense Law)
Reviews
He was unprofessional... in a matter he was personally involved in with a 3rd party (who later was found to be wrong in his accusations towards said c... ...read more
Average Rating: 4.13/5
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