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Paula Canny is one of the premier criminal defense lawyers in California. She practices criminal defense law in all county courts within the state of California. Although her area of particular expertise is California State Court Practice she also practices Federal Criminal defense.. Paula is committed to effective and aggressive representation of her clients. She is intimately familiar with all aspects of criminal procedure. In making the effort to know the clients behind the cases coupled with her years of experience and hard work Paula is able to yield positive results for her clients.. Paula’s reputation as being effective at all stages of the criminal prosecution process puts her in high demand. She knows when a case should be settled and she can reach a fair and equitable resolution. She knows how to try a case to jury having won many jury trials, including the first three strike trial in San Mateo some ten plus years ago.. Paula handles all types of criminal cases from misdemeanors to felonies, property crimes and drug cases, to crimes of violence, including assault, battery, domestic violence, robbery, murder, arson, and three strike cases. Traffic cases include drunk driving, DUI, manslaughter, reckless driving and all Department of Motor Vehicles hearings and driver’s license matters.. In that regard Paula has great expertise in substance abuse issues and alternative and creative sentencing resolutions. She is active in the San Mateo County Drug Court team and has worked hard for years to walk her talk that drug abuse is wrongly characterized as a criminal law problem. Paula is staunch opponent of the death penalty.. Paula has expanded the work of her firm to include personal injury litigation as well as probate litigation. All of the skills and experience she brings in criminal trials she now brings to her Civil Cases. She has brought other attorneys into her office to work under her guidance and direction.. Paula consults with other lawyers regarding strategy and trial preparation and practice for both criminal and civil cases. She has tried civil cases for civil practioners who wanted an experienced litigator.. Paula’s commitment is to effective and aggressive representation. She is a frequent commentator on Bay Area News Programs as well as National News, both cable and Network on high profile cases.. Paula has represented people from all walks of life accused of all manners of illegal conduct. Some of her clients are famous and some are not. But regardless of stature or accusation Paula’s commitment to a client is fierce. That is what makes her such an effective lawyer.

The current co-chair of the San Mateo County Bar Association's Criminal Law Section, and a frequent guest, and occassional host of KAWL's "Your Legal Rights" program, my focus is criminal defense and representing victims of domestic violence.  I handle misdemeanor and felony cases in San Mateo and Santa Clara Counties.  I also represent victims of domestic violence in both criminal and family law court.  If you are charged with a committing a crime, or are the victim of domestic violence, I will personally handle every single aspect of your case to get you the best result possible.  On a lighter note, I regularlly organize continuing legal education programs for the county Bar.  These include trainings for attorneys on the topics of wrongful convictions, contempt prosecution and on how to represent clients in local traffic courts.

Dave Hollenberg is an experienced criminal defense attorney at the Matian Firm. His background as a prosecutor gives him special insight and experience in criminal law, and helps him obtain excellent results for his clients.. Dave learned his trial skills an Assistant State’s Attorney for Montgomery County, Maryland, where he tried numerous criminal and traffic cases, building a strong record of courtroom success. Before long, Dave realized that his passion was in keeping people out of jail, rather than sending them there.. Dave then worked at Jezic & Moyse, LLC, a prominent firm in suburban Washington, DC, where he successfully and skillfully handled jury trials ranging from homicide to DUI. He has experience in dealing with high profile cases, including an alleged sexual assault in an area high school that ended in a dismissal despite nationwide media attention.. After law school, Mr. Hollenberg worked for a small civil litigation firm in Washington, DC that practiced special education law, with the difficult and rewarding task of obtaining appropriate educational placements for disabled children and adolescents.. Dave graduated with an A.B. from Dartmouth College, where he was a double major in Government and Romance Languages. He earned his J.D. from American University Washington College of Law, where he was Senior Editor of the Business Law Review, and President of the Society for Dispute Resolution.. Dave is fluent in Spanish, thanks to his mother, who grew up in Spain. He is also proficient in French.. Mr. Hollenberg is fluent in Spanish, thanks to his mother, who grew up in Spain. He is also proficient in French.

Andrew Foland has over 15 years of experience in the courtroom, earning him a reputation as one of Bay Area's most aggressive and effective criminal litigators. His work and expertise combine to get the best possible outcome for his clients.. After earning his Juris Doctorate degree from Golden Gate University in 2003 and being admitted to the California State Bar the same year, he opened a private criminal practice. Through his extensive experience he has sharpened his skills as a top trial attorney, representing thousands of clients, writing and arguing motions and successfully defending people in cases ranging from simple drug possession to serious felonies.. Andrew Foland is a trial attorney who consistently obtains excellent results. He is aggressive and always negotiates the best deals for his clients. He has the tools to guide clients towards treatment and rehabilitation when necessary. He is an expert in dealing with complex criminal issues and assists all of his clients in navigating through the intricacies of the legal system.. Call today for a free consultation

At the Law Offices of Françoise Espinoza you will receive dedicated and personalized service with discretion and dignity.  We know that having to deal with a legal problem can be terrifying and overwhelming.  Let us help you reslove your legal predicament in the best possible way.  We offer free consultaions.. Other Services Provided:. EXPUNGEMENTS, CIVIL RESTAINING ORDERS.. Francoise Espinoza is a licensed attorney in the State of California since December 2012.  Prior to this she served as a Courtroom Clerk at the Superior Court of California, County of San Mateo.  Employed there for almost thirteen years, Francoise acquired invaluable knowlege of the Criminal Justice System in California and how state courts operate.. Educated in France and Spain and fluent in both, Francoise is a well rounded individual that is keen and sensitive to different cultural and socio-economic backgrounds.

Former Deputy Public Defender that has handled over 12,000 cases. An experienced trial attorney that will protect your rights in the courtroom and give your case the personalized attention it needs.

Having served as a former Deputy District Attorney for the County of Riverside, Attorney Randy Collins knows how the prosecution thinks. Combining this experience with his in-depth understanding of the law, he possesses a unique insight into how to approach cases. In misdemeanor and felony matters of all types, he thoroughly prepares and develops unique defense strategies for each of his clients. Attorney Collins stays current on changes in the law and legal system and has written hundreds of blogs on criminal defense topics. He delivers the high-quality legal representation those accused of crimes need.. Award-Winning Former Deputy District Attorney Randy Collins is a Criminal Defense Attorney practicing in Orange County, Los Angeles County, Riverside County and San Bernardino County.. • 10 Best of Criminal Law Attorneys by American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys.. • Top 100 Under 40 In California Attorney Award by National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys.. • Top 40 Criminal Defense Lawyer Under 40 American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys.. • National Trial Top 100 Lawyers.. Attorney Randy Collins has handled thousands of cases including 70 jury trials both as a Prosecutor and Defense Attorney. Mr. Collins has achieved an exceptional record in helping clients fight Felony and Misdemeanor charges related to Domestic Violence, DUI and DWI, Drug Related Crimes, Theft, Hit and Run, Drunk in Public, Assault and Battery, Resisting Arrest, Illegal Guns, Pimping and Pandering, Fraud, Gang Charges, Murder, Attempted Murder, Identify Theft, White Collar Fraud, Parental Child Abduction, Solicitation of Prostitution, Drug Possession, Transportation of Narcotics, Possession of Controlled Substances for Purposes of Sales, and PC 288 Lewd Conduct cases.

Wallin & Klarich was established in 1981. Over the past 40 years, our law firm has helped tens of thousands of families in their time of legal need. Regardless of whether our clients faced criminal or DUI charges, the loss of their driving privilege, or wanted to clean up their criminal record, we have been there to help them.. Paul Wallin is one of the most highly respected attorneys in Southern California. His vast experience, zealous advocacy for his clients and extensive knowledge of many areas of the law make Mr. Wallin a premiere Southern California attorney.. Mr. Wallin founded Wallin & Klarich in 1981. As the senior partner of Wallin & Klarich, Mr. Wallin has been successfully representing clients for more than 40 years. Clients come to him for help in matters involving assault and battery, drug crimes, juvenile crimes, theft, manslaughter, sex offenses, murder, violent crimes, misdemeanors and felonies. Mr. Wallin also helps clients with family law matters such as divorce and child custody.

I am honored to have received many awards throughout my career including having been selected by California Lawyer Magazine as "One of the Top Twenty Lawyers in the State of California," the Outstanding Prosecutor for the State of California in 1998 for having amassed a trial record of 64 wins - 0 losses trying high publicity murder cases during my carrer and most recently in 2014 having been selected as "The Best Lawyer in Orange County" by Orange County Weekly Magazine, who noted that the success I am able to obtain in the courtroom is the result of years of hard work and the practical experience I bring to each and every case I handle in defending my clients.. I understand those retaining my services want someone who will keep in close communication with them, fashion a reasonable fee for high quality legal service, and above all has the skill and determination to fight whatever battles are necessary to insure a successful outcome.. If you are looking for a proven attorney who will be comitted to helping you, I am available any time to answer your questions and will certainly do whatever possible to work out a financial arrangement you can live with.  I would consider it a honor to represent you on any criminal charges you may be facing.

Newport Beach criminal defense attorney Elisa Guadan was born and raised in Orange County and is proud to defend clients in her community.. Guadan's passion for criminal law began before she even entered law school. As an honors Sociology major at Cal State Fullerton, she was already learning the inner workings of the California criminal justice system at the Santa Ana Office of the Orange County Alternate Public Defender, where she spent over a year as an intern.. Guadan went on to excel as a law student at Western State College of Law in Fullerton on a full merit scholarship. In law school, her busy schedule included positions such as:. After graduating from law school with Honors, Guadan joined a Long Beach firm specializing in criminal defense. In the fast-paced environment of criminal defense practice, she worked on complex felony cases, including homicide, attempted murder, statutory rape, and fraud.. She also mastered the key California criminal motions, including Penal Code PC motions to suppress, discovery motions and motions to dismiss. And she learned strategies for negotiating with prosecutors for the resolutions that best fit her clients' goals.. Guadan is also a graduate of the Los Angeles County Bar Association Trial Advocacy Program, where she received extensive advanced training and honed her trial skills.. Guadan has particular expertise in handling DUI cases. She is certified by the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration and the International Association of Chiefs of Police to administer and score field sobriety tests in connection with DUI roadside investigations.. Now, as an attorney at Shouse Law Group, Guadan fights for justice for defendants in Orange County Superior Court. She is also licensed to defend clients accused of federal crimes in the United States District Court, Central District of California.. Guadan is an active member of the California State Bar, the Los Angeles County Bar Association, the California Traffic Defense Bar Association and the Long Beach Bar Association. She also served as Secretary of the Long Beach Bar Association Barristers from 2013 to 2015.. When not defending clients, Guadan serves as a board member for St. Mary's Hospital in Long Beach. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her husband and family.