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Kareem A. Ramadan is a trial attorney specializing in criminal defense and personal injury law. Kareem Law APC was founded in 2012 to provide a better legal experience for individuals in need of excellent representation for their complex criminal and civil matters in state, federal, and juvenile courts. Mr. Ramadan and his devoted team have built a proven record of success for defending their hard-working clients against an unfair justice system, helping thousands avoid serious criminal consequences and preserving their future. Kareem Law APC has since grown to include a personal injury division where his team focuses on helping victims obtain justice after suffering from a serious personal injury accident.

Whatever your legal needs or questions are, Aaron L Turner APC has got you covered. I take great pride in providing the very best legal representation. Since 2000 I have provided guidance and assistance pertaining to the unique legal circumstances of my clients throughout San Francisco. Protecting your rights is my first priority.

Graham D. Donath is a seasoned and aggressive attorney who devotes 100% of his practice to criminal defense. From Gang Related Attempted Murder to a first time DUI, he has the experience and knowledge to handle the broadest range of criminal matters.. Mr. Donath graduated from Claremont McKenna College, where he was named a Distinguished Scholar, was a member of the Dean’s list, and was highly praised for his Honors thesis, titled “Ice-T, 2 Live Crew and Ozzy Osbourne: An Analysis Of Modern Obscenity and Incitement Laws’ Inadequacies as a Means Of Regulating Musical Expression.” He received his Juris Doctorate from University of California, Hastings College of the Law and was granted admission to the State Bar of California by examination immediately after graduation. He established a successful entertainment and real property transactional practice, eventually transitioning to his true interest, criminal defense.. Mr. Donath worked previously in Riverside as a Deputy Public Defender of Riverside County, where he was named Misdemeanor Trial Attorney of the Year. He has handled thousands of Felony, Misdemeanor, and Juvenile criminal matters successfully, obtaining excellent results for his clients both through negotiation and in trial. He is a member of the California Public Defender’s Association, the Criminal Defense panel of Riverside County, the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, California Attorneys for Criminal Justice, the Orange County Criminal Defense Bar Association, and the Orange and Riverside County Bar Associations.. Mr. Donath’s previous employers include United States Senator Barbara Boxer, renowned jury and trial consultants Donald Vinson and Jo-Ellan Dimitrius, and the Ventura County District Attorney’s Office.

Former prosecutor now a five-star defense attorney helping people avoid and defeat criminal charges.  There is enormous value in understanding your opponent in any negotiation, and Ryan Couzens knows this only too well. He spent sixteen years on the other side of the courtroom, prosecuting cases for the Yolo County District Attorney’s Office. As an Assistant Chief Deputy District Attorney, Ryan supervised Yolo’s felony trial teams, Case Charging Unit, and Major Crimes Unit before deciding to move into criminal defense. His insight into prosecution strategies is invaluable to his clients, but even more important is Ryan’s motivation for changing sides.. Ryan practices criminal defense because he wants to help people, individual people, facing real, specific obstacles in their lives. As Ryan says, “When you’re a prosecutor, you’re representing the interests of the community at large – the People of the State of California. When you’re defending, you’re representing that person sitting right next to you in court, and only that person. I want to advocate for that person who is in trouble and help them move past it.” This passion earned the respect of professional colleagues.  According to David Cohen, founding Partner of the Cohen Defense Group, “Ryan had a reputation in Yolo as a compassionate but tough-as-nails DA who gave his all to every case, working hard, using bold tactics, and checking every detail. He was a fierce and respected prosecutor. Yet his transformation to criminal defense has been rapid and seamless. I knew he would be great with legal analysis, courtroom presence, and trial and negotiation tactics. What I couldn’t see coming was his remarkable ability to work with his clients. Ryan is patient, makes himself available, listens to his clients, explains things clearly, and truly cares about their fate.”. Ryan has the law in his veins. He is a third-generation attorney whose father, Hon. J. Richard Couzens, served as a judge on the Placer County bench. Ryan was raised understanding the gravity of the law and the impact that it has on people’s lives. He sees law as a profession of service to the community and acts to better the justice system wherever he can. For instance, Ryan cares deeply about mental health issues, which stems in part from raising two severely disabled children, for whom he is a constant advocate. This led to him contributing to the definitive guide for the State’s new Mental Health Diversion program (Penal Code ). As a prosecutor, Ryan created a “Harm Reduction” policy diverting those caught with drugs into treatment instead of prosecution. In an effort to make the criminal justice system more transparent and unbiased, Ryan authored Penal Code section 13370, the Justice Data Accountability and Transparency Act (JDATA), and Penal Code Section 741, requiring prosecuting agencies to implement race-blind charging in criminal cases. The adoption of Ryan’s proposed legislation into law is a testament to both his legal expertise and his concern for the welfare of the individual.. One of Ryan’s greatest strengths as a defense attorney is the experience he gained from his years in the DA’s office, where he did 46 jury trials, including multiple homicides, drug conspiracies, domestic violence, DUIs, robberies and other crimes.  He was one of only two attorneys to be twice voted Attorney of the Year by his colleagues.  “I was a prosecutor for 16 years, so I have perspective on what motivates DA’s, what drives their decisions. I know what it takes for them to prove a case.” That means Ryan also sees the shortcomings in the DA’s case and that’s where his passion for the law comes in. Ryan sees litigation as a battle and puts in the work to prepare accordingly. He spends hours researching case law, writing briefs, and preparing arguments. Ryan’s experience coupled with his enthusiasm for the work make him a powerful advocate and an exceptional defense attorney.. Ryan attended McGeorge School of Law where he was at the top of his class in Criminal Law and received the American Jurisprudence Award. He received his Juris Doctor degree from the prestigious Boalt Hall at U.C. Berkeley, where he extern-clerked for the California Supreme Court and went on to a federal clerkship in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of California. Before he found his calling in criminal law, Ryan practiced civil litigation for four years, including for the prestigious global law firm of Latham & Watkins LLP, where he worked on cases for clients such as the City of San Diego, Chevron and the National Football League.. Prior to practicing law, Ryan served in the United States Navy for five years where, in his free time, he did civic activities such as “Project White Hat,” helping terminally ill children and their families in Chicago, Illinois.. Born and raised in Placer County, Ryan was admitted to the California Bar in 2001. Education: University of Maryland, Asian Division; (B.S., Information Systems Management, 1996); McGeorge School of Law (First Year of Study, 1998); Boalt Hall, University of California, Berkeley (J.D., 2001). Member: Placer County Bar Association.  When he isn’t working, Ryan spends time with his family and engages in activities that support his children, including participation in special needs sports.

Placer County-based attorney Sam Berns has been practicing law throughout Northern California since 2010. Sam will work hard to get optimal results for you in your legal matter.. Sam has a passion for advocacy and a strong desire to do what is right. He has obtained not-guilty verdicts, dismissals, and favorable settlements in criminal cases, and has advised successful businesses. Sam will pull no punches in working for you; past results include a case being dismissed when Sam showed the arresting officer to be motivated by racial bias and felony charges dismissed and all property including marijuana and money ordered returned to a client who had been facing prison. Sam has even worked successfully to help pass regulations favorable to his clients.. Beyond his core legal work, Sam is an active member of his community. He regularly volunteers at high school mock trial competitions in Placer and Sacramento Counties, and has assisted legal aid attorneys at Legal Services of Northern California. Prior to law school, he designed and taught a know-your-rights class for inner city youth in Milwaukee. He has volunteered at Public Defender's offices in Marin, Solano, and Sonoma Counties. He also works with several medical marijuana industry groups, and has contributed to a documentary film about three strikes law reform.. Whether you are trying to get the best of a good situation or pull yourself out of a bad one, Sam Berns is an attorney who will work with you to get a favorable outcome.

I have extensive experience with criminal and civil trials and appeals in state and federal courts.

Attorney Eric Renslo exclusively practices criminal defense in the Greater Los Angeles Area. Unlike most criminal defense lawyers, his expertise lies in bringing cases to trial, and more importantly, securing the best possible outcome for you. He is a UCLA Law graduate, has significant winning trial experience, is very accessible, and offers affordable pricing.. As a former prosecutor, Attorney Renslo has successfully handled serious and violent felonies throughout Southern California. He has also litigated, as sole counsel, dozens of challenging jury trials and contested court hearings in many different Los Angeles County courts, obtaining favorable results in nearly all matters. He maintains great relationships with prosecutors, judges, police officers, and bailiffs.. Attorney Renslo is highly-regarded by his peers for his effectiveness and results as a trial lawyer. He has extensive training in aggressive trial advocacy from UCLA School of Law, where he earned his Juris Doctor degree. His work in advanced pre-trial, trial, and appellate criminal litigation has been recognized by UCLA School of Law with the Masin Family Academic Excellence Gold Award.. Call or text today for a free consultation.

We deliver effective, reliable legal representation for families facing criminal charges or accusations. Our clients trust us to defend their freedom and future, and that of their families, as if they were our own, and in each case, we bring the knowledge, experience, and judgment to bear to obtain the best result possible. We deliver excellence in representation, a commitment to your cause, and the best lawyers, experts, and investigators in the Central Valley. In other words, we will make every effort to obtain the right result for our clients.. After graduating from the University of San Francisco School of Law in 2005, Jamil first went to work for a large and prestigious real estate law firm in the Bay Area. From there, in January 2007, Jamil was hired as a criminal prosecutor for the Tulare County District Attorney’s Office. Over the next 12 plus years, Jamil rose the ranks of the office and was made a supervising district attorney in August 2016. As a prosecutor, Jamil tried numerous major-crimes felony trials, including homicide, attempt homicide, 1st Degree home-invasion burglaries, robberies, felony assault on police-officers and gang enhancements. Jamil was also named the county law-enforcement gang task-force coordinator.. In June 2019, Jamil started his private criminal defense practice. Since then, he’s handled approximately hundreds of felony and misdemeanor cases. In private practice, Jamil has applied his expertise in major litigation to help countless families successfully get through very difficult times. For example, Jamil has achieved not-guilty verdicts and dismissals in cases involving murders charges, rape allegations and felony assaults.

Experienced trial attorney with a demonstrated history in the field of criminal law as a previous prosecutor and current criminal defense attorney.

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 justice system, you need this experience in your corner.

Jennifer has over 15 years of experience practicing law in California, and has handled a variety of felony and misdemeanor cases. She understands that being charged with a crime is an overwhelming experience.. Jennifer will hear your side of the story and make sure that your rights are recognized and protected. She makes it a priority to provide her clients with the information and support necessary to navigate the complex path through the justice system.. Jennifer has always been a strong advocate for the rights and freedoms afforded to individuals by the Constitution of the United States. Jennifer fights to help ensure all her clients are afforded the due process they deserve.. It is critical to have a criminal defense attorney who understands the gravity of your situation and the potential impact an arrest and/or conviction can have on one’s life, career, family, and future