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Erica Harris Young is known for her passionate and zealous advocacy of her clients.  It is her philosophy that her job is to ensure that every client’s rights are preserved; and she is willing to fight for that by ensuring that she knows each client’s case inside and out.. Erica graduated from The Ohio State University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Comparative Ethnic and American Studies with a focus on critical legal and race theory. She then entered the evening program of Capital University Law School, where she earned her Juris Doctorate degree magna cum laude while working full time at a prominent civil law firm.. Erica is licensed to practice law in the state of Ohio and before the United States District Court for the Southern District of Ohio. Additionally, Erica is a certified Guardian ad Litem through the Supreme Court of Ohio.. She sees clients as people, not cases, and as such works for and with each client to ensure the very best possible outcome.

Attorney Frances-Marie Prizzia was first interested in pursuing criminal law while working for immigrant labor organizations and a healthcare center, where she witnessed the injustices suffered by the disenfranchised and impoverished. Ms. Prizzia’s desire to make a difference and help those in need drove her to apply for law school. She received her Juris Doctorate from Santa Clara University School of Law (where she had also earned her Bachelor’s degree) in 2005. As a law student, she argued and won a motion to suppress evidence due to the violations of the Fourth Amendment made by investigating police officers. Before establishing her firm, Attorney Prizzia worked for the Orange County Public Defender and the Los Angeles County Alternate Defender’s office. While working as a trial attorney, Mrs. Prizzia obtained many dismissals by the court, and took and won more cases in jury trial than any other attorney within her unit at the time. Attorney Prizzia is admitted to practice law in California, and is admitted to the California State Bar.. At the Law Office of Frances Prizzia, Attorney Prizzia is dedicated to defending the rights and protecting the futures of those who have been arrested or charged with a criminal offense. When their career, reputation, and future are on the line, Ms. Prizzia believes it is important to provide clients with aggressive representation and do everything in her power to have their charges reduced or dropped. Attorney Prizzia understands how stressful it can be to face criminal charges, which is why she offers clients her trusted legal counsel and personal attention. Whether you are facing a drug crime, sex crime, white collar crime, DUI (driving under the influence) offense, or probation violation, Ms. Prizzia has the knowledge and ability to represent you. To learn more about retaining the representation of a Newport Beach criminal defense lawyer, contact the Law Office of Frances Prizzia.

I have focused my legal career entirely on criminal law, as I have a passion for protecting those accused of criminal conduct from the powers that be.  This passion is rooted in the notion that by protecting the rights of my clients', I am also protecting the rights of society as a whole, especially in the state-ist times in which we live.. Having earned a Bachelor's Degree in Political Science at the University of California, Santa Barbara, I am accutely aware that unchecked executive power is a cancer to a free and just society.  At the front line of the war being waged on society's freedoms and linberties, are criminal defense attornies, who provide the necessary check on governmental action, and fight to ensure that our society remains free and open, the essential hallmarks of Western Civilization.. Outside the courtroom, I enjoy surfing, hiking, and volunteering my time to help those less fortunate.

Hieu Vu demonstrates advanced knowledge of procedure and case law. His commitment to his clients is unparalleled. His tenacity and victories in trial are already earning him the respect of his peers outstanding and dedicated trial lawyer who really cares about his clients.  Hieu Vu is a respected member of the DUI defense community and is associated with the following groups: National College for DUI Defense ("NCDD"), California DUI Lawyers Association ("CDLA"), North Orange County Bar Association, and The Private Defenders, "To the client, every case important. . They have a number of questions, they also have worries, and some will need a person to listen to them. At the end of the day, it's more than just delivering legal results, every person I work with needs to know what is going on and kept in the loop as the case goes on. I find that the practice of law is more than just getting the results in court." -Hieu Vu

Prior to opening his own practice in August of 2012, Mr. Patel worked in many different positions, which gave him a broad-range of experiences he still uses with his clients to this day. In the private sector, Mr. Patel worked for companies such as Countrywide Financial Corporation (now a part of Bank of America). Mr. Patel also had experience with non-profit entities such as the National Park Foundation, and governmental experience with his time as a federal regulator working for the United States Department of Treasury’s Office of the Comptroller of Currency.. The bottom line is that when you retain the services of Kapesh V. Patel, you can take comfort in the fact that will all of his experience and love for his clients, will then do everything to make your life easier. Mr. Patel will work hard to apprise himself of your individual needs, or the needs of your organization, and will do whatever is within his power to make sure those needs are met. For Mr. Patel, the motivating factor in his work is the quality of the work, not the quantity of it. He is much more interested in making sure you are satisfied with the results then just “getting the work finished” for him this is a profession not a “volume business”.. If you want an attorney that prides himself on what he accomplishes, if you want an attorney who care about his clients and will be there for you at a moment’s notice, if you want an attorney who will listen to you and provide you with input, rather than just dismissing your concerns, then contact Kapesh V. Patel. He cares about you, and about your needs, and will put those above his own every single time.

DUI's - Petty Thefts - Drug Cases - Domestic Violence - Suspended Licenses - Hit & Runs - And all other criminal matters!. I have been practicing exclusively criminal law for nearly 16 years and have handled nearly 5000 cases.   I am very familiar with the court system, judges, and prosecutors.  I  understand that good people occasionally find themselves in a bad situation and we are here to help.   Please feel free to call me personally to discuss your case. I handle all criminal matters!. Specialties. Selected as one of the "Top Attorneys' in Orange County by OC Metro Magazine.  Robert J Hickey has been practicing law for nearly 20 years in Orange County, handling all criminal matters. He has represented well over 5,000 clients in the criminal court system and at the DMV.  He has handled nearly every type of criminal cases ranging from simple misdemeanors up to serious felonies, including murder cases.  He has helped thousands of clients avoid jail.  He has worked hard for his clients to have charges reduced and in many instances the entire case dismissed.Mr. Hickey has handled hundreds of drug cases and assisted clients with the assistance of rehabilitation programs to become sober and overcome their addictions.  In most drug cases clients have been able to entirely avoid doing time in jail after demonstrating their commitment to remaining sober.. History. Established in 1997.. After graduating from law school in 1996, Robert Hickey worked for the San Bernardino County District Attorney's Office.  Mr. Hickey went into private practice in 1997 and has handled nothing but criminal cases since.  He has purposely kept his practice small so that he can personally handle every aspect of every case.. Meet the Business Owner. He is a member of:California Public Defender's AssociationCalifornia Attorney's for Criminal JusticeCalifornia DUI Lawyer's AssociationNational Association of Criminal Defense LawyersNorth Orange County Bar AssociationPast President North Orange County Bar Association

I have been practicing law for almost a decade now with extensive experience within the criminal defense, DUI/DWI and family law arenas.  I carefully analyze each case to determine the best strategies and avenues we should explore and utilize in working on your case.  My goal is to make you feel as you are being heard, your concerns and worries are my worries, and to help alleviate the uncertainity and stress that comes with a case.  During my time in law school, I clerked for two well-established and top judges, and learned a tremendous amount under their tutelage.  My team and I work diligently on every case we take on, and devote our entire team to ensuring the best possible results and outcomes are achieved.

If you are facing criminal charges in state or federal court, the outcome of your case may depend on the expertise of the attorney you hire.. Brian Gurwitz’s experience and success is rivaled by few other criminal defense lawyers in California.. A former Senior Deputy District Attorney in Orange County, Mr. Gurwitz played a key role in some of the most contentious, high-profile cases during the 13 years he served in that office. He tried dozens of cases and served as a supervisor in the office’s largest felony trial unit.. In addition to trial work, he gained a reputation as an exceptional appellate lawyer who was repeatedly called upon when the stakes were highest. He argued four cases before the California Supreme Court (prevailing in each) and dozens more in the Court of Appeal, including seven that resulted in published decisions.. Of all his accomplishments in the Orange County DA’s office, Mr. Gurwitz takes particular pride in his work investigating and prosecuting corruption at the highest levels of law enforcement, and obtaining the release of inmates after investigating their cases and determining they were wrongly convicted. These experiences helped shape his belief that government power is easily abused, and that a strong criminal defense is a critical check against that misuse.. Mr. Gurwitz entered private practice in 2007. What can be a hard transition for some proved seamless for him, as he brought the same relentless work ethic and standard for excellence that has marked his entire career. He has tried and won many serious cases before juries, and he has negotiated outstanding resolutions in countless more. Some of these were high-profile cases that resulted in significant media attention, but out of respect for his clients’ privacy and dignity, Mr. Gurwitz does not list those cases on his website.. Mr. Gurwitz is one of a small fraction (less than 1 percent) of criminal law lawyers in the state (both prosecutors and defense attorneys) to be recognized as a Certified Criminal Law Specialist by the California State Bar’s Board of Legal Specialization. He has trained hundreds of lawyers statewide, testified before both houses of our Legislature on criminal justice legislation, and served as a consultant to the California Law Revision Commission.. Mr. Gurwitz was recently honored by his peers when they elected him as a member of the Board of Governors of the California Attorneys for Criminal Justice, the state’s largest and most prestigious organization of criminal defense lawyers.. Mr. Gurwitz has earned the highest scores from his peers in surveys conducted by a variety of lawyer-rating organizations, including Martindale-Hubbell (“AV-Preeminent” rating for the highest level of professional excellence and integrity), Avvo (a perfect score of 10), and Super Lawyers. But he is most proud of the dozens of outstanding reviews he has received from his clients at the conclusion of their cases.. Mr. Gurwitz understands the immense stress that accompanies you or a loved one becoming the target of a criminal investigation or prosecution. He is here to put his extensive knowledge and experience to work for you. He is available for an initial conversation seven days per week.

Courtney Pilchman is one of the renowned Irvine criminal defense attorneys at the Law Office of Pilchman & Kay, A Professional Corporation Ms. Pilchman is a criminal law specialist who has earned the distinguished Top 1% of Attorneys in the United States. Her extensive experience includes a position as Deputy District Attorney who has prosecuted some of the most high-profile cases in California. She went to establish her own firm together with her colleague, Anita Kay. At the Law Office of Pilchman & Kay, A Professional Corporation, Ms. Pilchman has helped thousands of clients charged with a wide range of criminal cases including DUI, theft, internet crimes, rape, assault, murder, white collar crimes, and more. She is revered as an aggressive trial attorney by her peers and a compassionate counsel by her clients. To secure the services of Ms. Pilchman, schedule a free consultation when you contact the firm.

Zykanova’s primary focus is state and federal litigation. Zykanova handles felony misdemeanor matters in state and federal court.. Zykanova received her Bachelor of Science in political science from UCLA (cum laude) in 2008 and her Juris Doctor from UC Hastings College of the Law (magna cum laude, Order of the Coif, Thurston Society) in 2012.  At UC Hastings, Zykanova served as the Lead Articles Editor for Women’s Hastings Law Journal.  While in law school, Zykanova interned at Monterey County Public Defender’s Office and San Francisco Public Defenders Office where she wrote and successfully argued numerous motions, conducted an evidentiary hearing, and assisted in all facets of client representation in a wide range of felony cases, including felony DUIs, drug matters, theft, and offenses involving domestic violence.  Prior to joining Ferrentino & Associates, Inc., Zykanova clerked at the Orange County Public Defender’s office and assisted with over 70 motions arguing for dismissal of convictions and reduction to misdemeanors of serious felony matters.. Before attending law school, Zykanova worked for a variety of non-profit organizations, such as Center for Living and Learning that assisted individuals who have been convicted by the criminal justice system in obtaining job skills and employment.  Zykanova was instrumental in creating a job search preparation program that to this day helps countless individuals obtain jobs notwithstanding their criminal convictions.

During Christine Martin’s legal and law school career, Martin sought out work in the criminal defense field defending the rights of innocent men and women. At a young adult age, Martin volunteered at the Seton Hall Exoneration Project for several years, located in Newark, New Jersey. During that time, she worked with many innocent people wrongfully accused of murder, double homicide, drug possession and sales, gang violence, and many other cases. Martin utilized the facts and legal reasoning in an attempt to free those wrongfully accused from prison sentences they did not deserve.. Christine Martin went to Whittier Law School where she excelled, beginning her law school career with an Admission Merit Scholarship. During law school, she kept her active schedule by holding positions such as:. • Whittier Law Review, Article Editor. • Center for Children and Families Fellowship and Scholarship, Fellow. • Criminal Trial Advocacy, Lead Defense Counsel. • Honor’s Award Dinner, Graduate with Honors. After working in various fields including Personal Injury, Contract and Transaction Law, Family Law, and Adoption Law, Christine Martin found her calling in Criminal Defense. Martin has successfully closed many cases and has worked on over 350 different cases at various stages, ranging from infractions, misdemeanors, and felonies. She has worked closely with cases, such as: DUI, DWI, Theft Crimes, Sex Crimes, Violent Crimes, and White-Collar Crimes. She also offers Post Conviction services.. Currently, Christine Martin is the Managing Partner at the Law Office of Christine R. Martin. Starting her business from the ground up, Martin consults with specialists on every case to ensure the client has many options before coming to a settlement. Martin is endorsed for her professional demeanor, communications skills, and work ethic. She can handle any type of criminal case and offers fair competitive pricing.

I have always had a passion for criminal law and started Seyb Law Group because I believe all defendants deserve great epresentation.  I enjoy helping my clients and providing the best legal representation to each and every one of them. Every case is important, whether it's an infraction or serious felony.. I graduated from Trinity Law School in 2011, and havesince dedicated my career to criminal defense work.  Myself and my firm has handled thousands of cases all over Southern California in both Federal and California Courts, including nearly every type of charge. My main goal is pushing to get all charges dismissed or reduced, and I am persistent in pursuing the best overall outcome for my clients.  I know what to do when the government has got their sites on you.. If you have a criminal charge coming at you, take the first step towards putting it behind you and call us at Seyb Law Group today!