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Darin L. Powell

Curtis was raised in Visalia, graduated from Mt. Whitney High School and College of the Sequoias.  He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in Computer Systems and Applications and a Minor in Mathematics from the California State University, Fresno and holds a Juris Doctorate degree from San Joaquin College of Law.. After college, Curtis initially worked in sales where he learned the arts of communication, persuasion and performance.  These skills allow him to effectively communicate your position and to convince mediators, judges or juries that you are right.. Curtis began his legal career 18 years ago as a paralegal, during which time he specialized in employment law, personal injury, consumer protection, civil litigation, the discovery process and managing large volumes of information and documents.  This experience has uniquely prepared him to resolve your case effectively and economically.. Curtis’ focus is on informal resolution because it is fast, less expensive and often provides a better result that going to court.  But when the parties cannot reach an agreement, Curtis is fully prepared to aggressively represent you in court.. We serve Tulare County, Kings County and Fresno County.

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.

Attorney Christine Taheran has a background of being a Nurse Practitioner for over 20 years prior to entering the field of law. This background is a great asset to our firm and our clients, especially in the current environment of Utilization Review denials and independent medical review, both of which have become a hindrance to injured workers in California in obtaining their needed care.. Ms. Taheran is able to use her nursing knowledge and legal expertise to both ensure that our clients are receiving the appropriate treatment and that Utilization Review and Independent Medical Review have all of the information that they need so that our clients have the maximum chance of approval for their treatment. In addition, her skills are a great asset in giving her an upper hand in deciphering medical reports, cross examining doctors and defending our clients at their depositions.. Attorney Taheran also keeps her Nurse Practitioner license as well as her DEA and Furnishing licenses current in order to make sure that she is up to date in the ever-changing medical field.

Andrew James Stark has known that he wanted to be a criminal defense attorney since before he had a clear idea of what a defense attorney does. After graduating from high school, Andrew attended U.C.L.A. where he earned his Bachelor’s Degree in economics. Andrew then enrolled in The University of the Pacific McGeorge School of Law where he concentrated his studies on criminal law, criminal procedure, evidence, and other subjects of special interest to criminal attorneys.            After earning his J.D. in 2006, Andrew interned in the Nevada County Public Defender’s Office, an experience that confirmed that criminal defense was the path he should follow. After receiving word that he had passed the California Bar Exam, Andrew accepted a job as an attorney with the Tulare County Public Defender’s Office in Visalia, California in 2007; a position he held until 2016, when he was promoted to supervising attorney. During his tenure as a deputy public defender, Andrew has handled almost every kind of case on the spectrum; from driving under the influence to capital homicide and everywhere in-between, as well as way out in left field. He has also handled several high-profile cases. As a supervising attorney, Andrew continues to handle the most serious of cases while supervising other deputy public defenders.            Andrew is certified by the California Bar Association Board of Legal Specialization as a specialist in criminal law. He is a member of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and the California Public Defenders’ Association. He has spoken about trial practice and other topics of interest to attorneys on several occasions. He is admitted to practice before the United States Supreme Court and the United States District Court for the Eastern District of California.            Andrew lives in Visalia with his wife, Shannon, and his golden retriever, Henry. In his spare time, he enjoys ice hockey, astronomy, and learning to cook.

A little more about me.... Criminal law is my passion. It was my passion long before law school. I obviously picked the right career, right?  Even when I am not working, I still find myself watching true crime shows or reading true crime stories.  My favorite show of all time is "Forensic Files," and I have watched all 14 seasons... twice.  I also love "Death Row Stories."