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Will Morehead is certified by The State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization as a specialist in criminal law, an essential qualification conferred on only a handful of attorneys practicing in San Francisco and Marin.. Will is a seasoned trial lawyer with over fifteen years experience.  He has never lost a felony trial.  As an adjunct law professor and expert on the rules of evidence, he teaches future lawyers how to be trial lawyers.. As a former prosecutor, Will understands how the other side thinks about a case.  He knows what levers, and what leverage, prosecutors respond to.. Will was trained at Harvard Law School where he graduated in 2004 with honors.  He received his undergraduate degree from Stanford.

Was legal scholar when in law school, when serving as law clerk for Chief Judge of Oregon Court of Appeals, and when earning advanced, master's degree in law with emphases on consitutional law and jurisprudence, the philosophy of law at Stanford Law School. Served as legal instructor or teaching fellow at three different law schools, including Stanford Law School, and in Philosophy Department at Stanford.  Have written and edited law review articles, served as Editor-in-Chief, Golden Gate University Law Review 1977-78.  Earned Best Brief award in 1977 Roger Traynor Honors Moot Court competition.. Have practiced law in many fields, including landlord-tenant, commercial, bankruptcy, personal injury, wills and trusts, property, but have concentrated on criminal defense work for most of career and almost exclusively now.  Because speak fluent Spanish, 1/3 of total clientele Latino.  Speak with Latin clients and their family members in Spanish.Was married, now single, ride motorcyle, love to travel, dance, watch movies from around the world.  Listen to all kinds of music, from classical to rhythm and blues, rock, jazz, pop.  Always trying to become a better cook.  Political commentator on numerous blogs, an unapologetic liberal because always want to look and feel what it's like to be the one made worse off by whatever policy is in question.  Background in philosophy, psychology, pre-med.  Love sports, was good athlete when younger, still hoping to hit 10 out of 10 shots from professional 3-point line even though I'm a senior citizen at this juncture. Try to shoot hoops every weekend. Good sense of humor, getting better each year at telling jokes. Am a leader in groups ranging from lawyers' associations to high school reunion committees.  Good listener, articulate speaker.  Love a challenge, championing the rights of underdogs.  Want to teach English to Spanish-speaking kids when retired.

The Law Offices of Kevin Heaney takes pride in honesty and fully committing ourselves to your legal needs around the clock. I am dedicated in exceeding client service expectations and approach each case with individual attention and personal care.. I will personally guarantee you fully understand your case from start to finish and guide you in your decision-making process. It’s not uncommon for my clients to be experiencing significant physical, emotional, and financial burdens, therefore we’re prepared to do everything we can to help you through the process.. Winning your case- I never settle for less than the highest level of effort and dedication. I know your liberty, rights and future are on the line. You deserve a zealous advocate who will fight for you each step of the way.. Peace of mind- I want to ensure you of an accurate and informed understanding of all the issues, facts and law involving your case. To enable your fully-informed decisions which are truly in your best interest and making the entire process as seamless as possible. In the case of personal injury matters our goal also includes to maximize your recovery or relief.. CRIMINAL DEFENSE. All levels of criminal charges are serious. All deserve the attention and skill of an experienced legal professional. At my firm, you can start building a strong defense against most any type of criminal accusation. My criminal defense practice include a wide variety of cases such as: Assault and Battery, Sexual Assault, Domestic Violence, Burglary, Robbery, Theft, Criminal Threats, Drug possession, Drug use, Drug trafficking, Rape and Sex Crimes, Stalking, Juvenile Crimes, Kidnapping and Department of Motor Vehicle issues (DMV administrative hearings), Driving Under the Influence (DUI) or Drunk Driving (DWI), License Suspensions, Hit and Run, Traffic Violations, Vehicular Manslaughter and more.. Petitions for Factual Innocence: Clearing up the record of your arrest or cases that have been dismissed after filing in certain circumstances includes reduction of Felonies to Misdemeanors.. Expungements: Modifying your record for job purposes.. PERSONAL INJURY. My personal injury practice covers a variety of accident types including:Car Accidents, Rear End Collisions, Motorcycle accidents, Commercial Trucking Semi-Truck accidents, Bicycle accidents, Pedestrian accidents, Recreational accidents, Dog bite injury and Premises Liability issues - Slip and Fall accidents, any scenarios derived out of the negligence of another party resulting in injury.. RESTRAINING ORDERS. I have been petitioning for and defending against civil and domestic restraining orders and protective orders for over twenty five years. I have been involved in over a hundred restraining order hearings.. Call today to schedule your free, no obligation initial consultation.

Julia McIlroy has represented thousands of clients charged with misdemeanors and felonies in Sonoma, Marin, and Solano Counties. Her experience, tenacity, and skill enables her to fight hard on her clients' behalf, or, when necessary, negotiate the best offer.. Julia grew up in the Bay Area and is deeply familiar with the community and District Attorney's offices. She has a wide range of experience, including working at the United States Attorney's office, Court of Appeal, Department of Justice, and Public Defender's office. She graduated in the top ten percent of her law school class, winning numerous honors and accolades. She now uses her intelligence and drive to protect the rights of people entangled in the justice system.

I provide my clients with excellent, effective, efficient and ethical representation.  I do not shy away from difficult cases.  I am able to negotiate favorable dispositions or take a case to trial and win.  I will treat you with respect  and dignity.  I make myself available to answer any questions or concerns as they develop.  I enjoy being active in my community and volunteering my time coaching youth football.. I handle all types of criminal cases, from felonies to misdemeanors.  I also represent clients in post conviction proceedings such as probation violations, expungements, and motions to terminate probation early.  I handle DUIS, drug crimes, violent crime, domestic violence cases, property crime, and all other types of criminal offenses.

For nearly 30 years, Attorney John Stanko has been defending clients facing traffic ticket violations and Drunk Driving offenses in the San Francisco Bay Area and Northern California. As the Managing Attorney at Ticket Crushers, Mr. Stanko understands the importance of exercising your right to remain silent and consulting a criminal defense lawyer when facing criminal charges.. Mr. Stanko's practice specializes in defending clients charged with drunk driving, driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs, driving with a prohibited blood alcohol concentration (.08 or greater bac), traffic ticket offenses (moving violations), and other criminal charges. He also assists clients with post-conviction matters, including the expungement (dismissal) of their cases and the sealing of records.. At Ticket Crushers, Mr. Stanko believes that everyone deserves the right to legal representation from an attorney who knows the law. He offers a free initial consultation to discuss your case personally and confidentially, emphasizing that just because you have been arrested does not mean you are guilty. The government bears the burden of proving guilt, and Mr. Stanko has an impressive track record of helping clients avoid jail and move on with their lives.. If you are facing criminal charges in Northern California, do not hesitate to contact John Stanko at Ticket Crushers. With years of experience and a dedication to protecting his clients' rights, he will fight tirelessly to ensure that you receive a fair and just outcome.

Fighting for justice as a criminal defense attorney is a cause that is dear to my heart. Three decades ago, at the age of 19, I made the mistake of selling LSD to an undercover officer and ended up serving two and a half years in New York State Prison. This was an ordeal that I will never forget and I will also never forget what it was like to have my life in the hands of a lawyer who didn’t seem to really care about me or my concerns. Many years later, I decided to become a lawyer to provide people with the kind of legal representation that they really deserve, the kind that I didn’t get when I really needed it.. In my view, being a criminal defense attorney should not just be a way to make a living, but should be a way to really serve people that need help during a very challenging time in their lives. I fight every case as if it were my own freedom at stake, not settling for anything less than the very best possible outcome for my clients, who have put their trust in me. I believe in my heart that people are worth fighting for and that the way the criminal justice system punishes people usually does more harm than good.. One of the most important things that I practice is staying in good communication with my clients and fully explaining to them everything that’s happening with their case. I will always return your calls and keep you in the loop so that you know exactly what I’m doing for you and where your case is headed.. I am committed to investigating every defense available to my clients and seeking to get their cases dismissed in any way possible. I am eager to win cases outright, rather than having my clients plead guilty when it’s not necessary. Often there are ways to be creative with a case and wind up with a victory. Only when there are no other alternatives and it is truly in your best interest should you plead guilty to a criminal offense.. I have had great success winning cases and getting my clients the outcomes they want. I have gotten many cases dismissed, won dozens of jury trials, and gotten convictions overturned on appeal. My clients often tell me how glad they are to have found a lawyer like me. This is something I take great pride in. I hope that whoever is reading this never needs my services, but if you do, it is my goal to do everything in my power to get you the best results possible in your case.

Creative and Strategic Direction Attorney Roxanne Mosley understands that when people hire an attorney, they are often experiencing very stressful situations. These people need someone who cares about them.  The Law Office of Roxanne Mosley makes sure our clients not only receive high-quality legal services, but also the support and resources they deserve.  We also know that its not about us , it is about you.   Our team thinks "outside of the box" .  We are Creative and very Strategic about our approach to your legal situation.  Criminal Law is all about results.  Getting results is the goal. Roxanne has experienced great success in Criminal Law matters.  Ms. Mosley has worked in the Sacramento Public Defenders office for 2 years before she began her own practice.  She has represented several Juvenile and Adult Defendants.  She is an experienced Trial Attorney who is not intimidated by the current Judicial system tactics.  She is an active member of her community and has a strong network of support to assist her with investigation and research.   Roxanne's Strongest Attributes as an attorney include Negotiation skills, Litigation skills and Client management...

Based in Marin County, Peter Chambers proudly defends his clients against their government. Mr. Chambers is at the vanguard of criminal defense law, regularly leveraging the latest legal and technological tools to improve his clients' situation. Never afraid of taking a case to trial, Mr. Chambers takes just as much pride in the number of cases dismissed before ever reaching the jury.. Before swapping coasts and counsel tables, Mr. Chambers served as an Assistant District Attorney at the Kings County District Attorney’s Office in Brooklyn, NY, prosecuting cases from attempted murder to petty theft. He is a graduate of Brooklyn Law School, where he was a member of the Moot Court Honor Society, the Journal of Law & Policy, and worked as research assistant for the preeminent New York evidence treatise, Prince, Richardson on Evidence. A Dannenberg Scholar at Oberlin College, Mr. Chambers also completed non-degree legal coursework at Harvard University.. Mr. Chambers is on the Board of Directors of the Fairfax-San Anselmo Children's Center, where he helps support low-income families receive essential child care. He lives in Marin with his partner Julia, a housing attorney, and his son Otis, a kindergartender.