Top Criminal Defense Lawyers in Oakland | 45 available

Firm: Law Office of Jared Rudolph

1201 Martin Luther King Jr Way Ste 200 , Oakland , California 94612

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Dedicated to excellent legal representation throughout the Bay Area, Jared emphasizes empathetic and honest client counseling. By taking the time to learn about an individual’s unique legal issue, Jared ensures that each client will realize their best available outcome. Jared offers representation for criminal cases, and has successfully represented clients facing years of incarceration.

Firm: Silver Law Firm

1211 Embarcadero Ste 200 , Oakland , California 94606

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Marshall Hammons has a proven track record of success in misdemeanor and felony cases. He prides himself in working on some of the most difficult cases and projects with a client-centered approach. In addition to the numerous clients he has achieve favorable results in, Marshall has successfully argued a motion to dismiss on a life case resulting in a dismissal of the charges and enhancements making it a life case, suppressed evidence resulting in dismissals, and has been able to argue for release from jail over vehement objection by the prosecution on several occasions. Marshall also has achieved diversion in numerous cases, ranging from domestic violence cases, DUIs, and theft cases, ultimately resulting in dismissals. As the firm’s lead “post-conviction” attorney, he also has been able to get countless probations ended early, reduced felonies to misdemeanors, expunged records, sealed arrests, even vacated pleas due to immigration issues, and has removed clients from their duty to register under Penal Code 290.. He graduated cum laude from U.C. Hastings College of the Law, and holds a B.A. English and a B.S. in Political Science from Santa Clara University.. Before starting at the Silver Law Firm, Marshall was an integral part of Curtis Briggs’ and J. Tony Serra’s pro bono representation of California’s longest serving Death Row inmate. As an unparalleled example of police, prosecutor, and other misconduct, Marshall learned first hand how the system will stop at nothing to win, and how important it is to have a team that will fight your case.. Marshall previously interned at the San Francisco Department of Police Accountability, where he learned the intricacies of police procedure, revamped several community-building and outreach programs, and analyzed the best practices of other civilian oversight agencies.. In his final year of law school, Marshall interned at the San Francisco Public Defender’s Office where he aided in the representation of numerous felony and misdemeanor cases and trials. Marshall also helped develop the office’s response to police misconduct by scrutinizing the changes brought by S.B. 1421 and outlining the weaknesses of the officer discipline process. As an intern for the nearly-created “Integrity Unit,” Marshall also assisted in a post-conviction felony murder resentencing that resulted in a Life Sentence reduced to 7 years and subsequent release.. With his proven track record of success, care and dedication to his clients, and passion for fighting the injustices in the criminal legal system, he will stop at nothing to get the best result possible.

Firm: Law Offices Of Robert J Beles

1 Kaiser Plaza Suite 2300 , Oakland , California 94612

Practice Areas: Civil Rights, Criminal Defense , Sexual Harassment, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense

Firm: California Office of the State Public Defender

1111 Broadway, Suite 1000 , Oakland , California 94607

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

I work as a Deputy State Public Defender at the California office of the state public defender, responsible for education and training.  If you are in need of a public defender, you should contact your county's local public defender office, or the court clerk in the county in which your case is pending.

420 3rd Street , Oakland , California 94607

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Firm: Silver Law Firm

1211 Embarcadero , Oakland , California 94606

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Firm: Law Office of Nabiel C. Ahmed

405 14th St #211 , Oakland , California 94612

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Giving Your Case the Attention It Deserves. If you have been charged with a crime, a passionate and energetic lawyer can make a huge difference. Criminal charges come with serious consequences, so it is important to hire someone who will take the time to give you personal attention and skilled representation.. I'm Nabiel C. Ahmed, a criminal defense attorney based in Oakland, California. My mission is to provide my clients with the best possible defense against accusations of DUI, drug crimes, sex crimes and all other criminal charges. For a free consultation, contact me today.. Taking the Right Approach to Your Situation. My legal practice is devoted to criminal defense. As a solo practitioner, I provide personal attention to every client who hires me. I respond quickly to clients' questions and concerns, and personally handle every case. I want you to be satisfied with your case results, and won't rest until you are.. I have a real passion for criminal defense. I understand how important it is to have someone who will stand up for your rights and go the distance for you.. I consider myself an attorney my clients can relate to. I believe in being direct and getting to the point. Fostering relationships with my clients allows me to offer them the best possible defense.. My representation is based on careful observation of what the courts— including judges, juries, and prosecutors — are really looking for. I will keep the lines of communication open with you, and follow up on what I say I'm going to do. To discuss your case with a skilled advocate, call me toll free at or send me an e-mail today.

Firm: Alameda County Public Defender's Office

1401 Lakeside Dr Ste 400 , Oakland , California 94612

Practice Areas: General Practice, Criminal Defense

Firm: Caraves Law

300 Frank H. Ogawa Plaza , Oakland , California 94612

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Martin Caraves completed his law degree from the John F. Kennedy College of Law. Prior to becoming an attorney, he has had extensive background in the real estate and construction industries, where he worked as a construction project manager and oversaw activities from development, contracts, to execution of projects. Mr. Caraves started his legal career as a public defender in Oakland, where he provided aggressive defense for the low-income population. He is a dedicated advocate who is knowledgeable in the law and skilled in the courtroom. Mr. Caraves regularly volunteers his time to mentor inner city youth in Oakland, California.

The Monroe Firm , Oakland , California 94612

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Firm: Law Office of Jeffrey L. Kaloustian

2831 Telegraph Ave. , Oakland , California 94609

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

The Law Office of Jeffrey L. Kaloustian is a premier criminal defense and personal injury law firm conveniently located in downtown Oakland.  Attorney Kaloustian is a highly-skilled attorney and advocate that will protect your rights and interests with 110% of his commitment and legal expertise. A dedicated solo practitioner, Mr. Kaloustian approaches each case with full attention and enthusiasm, assuring you a high level of professionalism and client satisfaction.. The firm is guided by a powerful vision of delivering aggressive and compassionate representation and superior, personalized service to clients. Leaving no stone unturned, Jeffrey takes a tireless approach to defending you of criminal charges. Attorney Kaloustian will promptly and thoroughly  analyze all available evidence in your case. Jeffrey's "eagle eye" for spotting unlawful police practices and legal expertise can form the basis of challenging evidence in court and getting your charges dismissed or substantially reduced. To deliver stellar client service , accessibility and responsiveness are essential. Mr. Kaloustian takes time to listen to your side of the story and answer all of your questions, keeping you informed at every step of the case . As a client, you are always welcome to multiple meeting or phone conferences, at which he will explain your constitutional rights, all relevant laws, potential defenses and outcomes.. Attorney Kaloustian's medical background enables him to be an extremeley effective personal injury attorney. He is a former emergency medical technician (EMT), a highly skilled negotiator and knows how to take on insurance companies.. Originally from Massachusetts, Jeffrey received his JD degree from the University of San Francisco School of Law, where he served on the USF Law Review, co-chaired the Public Interest Law Foundation and received the prestigious Pursuit of Justice Award (2009). In addition to representing clients throughout California, Mr. Kaloustian's fight for justice includes human rights advocacy in northern and southern India, the Dominican Republic, and at the United Nations in Geneva.  Prior to opening his law practice, Mr. Kaloustian served as a Fellow at the Tibetan Centre for Human Rights and Democracy in Dharamsala, India and co-founded the International Center for Mental Health and Human Rights. Jeffrey currently serves on the Board of Directors of Berkeley-based Human Rights Advocates.. Prior to studying law, Mr. Kaloustian spent several years as a professional ski patroller at Lake Tahoe's Squaw Valley USA and directed expedition-style mountain courses for the Colorado Outward Bound School. While leading these programs -- often in remote areas -- Mr. Kaloustian learned that diligent preparation, tenacity and skill result in success. Today, Mr. Kaloustian uses the same methodical approach to win cases for his clients. When not busy defending his clients, Jeffrey enjoys travel, music and exploring northern California's many wonderful outdoor and cultural attractions. An accomplished climber and ski mountaineer, Jeffrey also enjoys hiking, mountain biking, cultural exchanges and adventuring of all kinds.

Firm: Lamano Law Office

505 14th Street, Suite 900 , Oakland , California 94612

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

MANJULA MARTIN is a criminal defense attorney at Lamano Law Office.  Prior to her work with LLO, she clerked for the San Francisco District Attorney’s office where she worked on domestic violence cases, sexual assault crimes, and felony preliminary hearings.  She received the Cali Excellence Award for Criminal Litigation in 2008 and helped draft a presentation that was used at an international conference on identifying and combatting Human Trafficking.  It was during this tenure that she realized that her true passion in helping people.. Ms. Martin went on to represent low-income women seeking to leave abusive situations in family law court with the San Francisco Bar Association Legal Services Program. She worked on a Habeas Corpus Petition for a man wrongfully convicted of murder and the case was ultimately heard by the California Supreme Court.  In 2018, she was nominated as a Lawyer of Distinction.. Ms. Martin is an avid traveler and believes that diversity, compassion, and empathy are among our greatest strengths. She applies this attitude when interacting with clients because she believes that they deserve not only the best defense but also the best treatment when going through a difficult and often traumatizing time in their life.

Firm: Law Office of Kristina Kliszewski

160 Franklin Street Suite 210 , Oakland , California 94607

Practice Areas: Assault & Battery, Child Abuse, Criminal Defense , Drug Crimes, DUI/DWI, Juvenile , Parole and Probation, Sexual Abuse, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense

Firm: Traback & Du Bois

1611 Telegraph Avenue , Oakland , California 94612

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Firm: Law Office of Julia Deutsch

1999 Harrison St Ste 1800 , Oakland , California 94612

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Firm: Law Offices of John L Burris

7677 Oakport Street , Oakland , California 94621

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense , Discrimination, Police Misconduct, Civil Rights, Civil Rights

Firm: The Nieves Law Firm: Oakland Criminal Defense Attorneys

160 Franklin St # 210 , Oakland , California 94607

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

When you are charged with a criminal offense, you need a strong, experienced, and committed advocate. It’s a role that Jo-Anna Nieves has assumed many times, with great success. Jo-Anna began her post-bar legal career at the Sacramento County District Attorney’s Office, which gives Jo-Anna a rare perspective that she uses to support, advise, and defend you.. “I love criminal law. It’s captivating and I’m passionate about it,” -Jo-Anna Nieves. Jo-Anna is committed to mounting the best possible defense for what she calls “hard working, family-oriented, successful professionals who aren’t career criminals… some are falsely accused, others make a bad call like driving home after a couple glasses of wine at a work event.”. Jo-Anna was 20 years old when she graduated from Florida State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in both Multinational Business and Finance. She went on to earn her J.D. from Florida State University in May 2009, where she was also a member of Theta Nu Xi Multicultural Sorority, Inc. Jo-Anna started her legal career by interning with the Sacramento County District Attorney’s Office, where she gained experience in the arraignment of misdemeanor and domestic violence offenses, the prosecution of adult sexual assault crimes, and felony preliminary hearings. After Jo-Anna passed the California Bar, she continued her career at the Sacramento County DA’s Office. She gained experience in the misdemeanor trial unit, negotiating plea offers, arguing suppression motions, and prepping cases for trial. She also built a rapport with members of the legal community, and further developed her trial advocacy skills.. Two years later, she accepted a position as a trial attorney at a creditor’s rights law practice in Los Angeles, where she effectively litigated over 400 cases by reaching favorable resolutions for her clients by way of settlement prior to trial and maintaining a success rate of 95% for over 100 cases that went to trial.. In 2012, Jo-Anna started The Nieves Law Firm, APC, to help restore the reputation of those caught in California’s criminal justice system. Since opening her own office, she has successfully represented defendants charged with assault and battery, DUI, contempt, drug offenses, sexual assault and other sex crimes, robbery and other theft crimes, fraud, and domestic violence and other violent crimes. She also has an impressive track record in civil litigation matters such as civil harassment, domestic violence, workplace violence and elder abuse restraining orders.. Jo-Anna has served as a mock trial coach for El Centro Legal de la Raza’s Youth Law Academy and their Advisory Board for several years and is a member of the Earl Warren Inns of Court. Jo-Anna also taught at Stanford Law School since 2018 – educating future lawyers about Trial Advocacy. She currently serves as the Vice President of the Alameda County Bar Association (ACBA), and is admitted to practice before all courts of the State of California and Florida. She is also admitted for federal practice in the United States District Courts for the Northern, Eastern and Central Districts of California.

Firm: Law Offices of Jesse M. Adams

3640 Grand Avenue , Oakland , California 94610

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Appeals, Immigration

I was born in Oakland, California. I graduated from U.C. Berkeley in 1997, and U.C. Hastings College of the Law in 2003. I've been practicing law since that time. In 2009, I opened my own office to focus on criminal defense. I'm a member of the Alameda County Bar Association's Criminal Court Appointed Attorneys' defense panel, and California Attorneys for Criminal Justice. I take great pride in the relationships I have built over the years in our local courts, and I look forward to defending your rights.

Firm: Law Offices of Robert J. Beles

The Ordway Building   1 Kaiser Plaza 2300 , Oakland , California 94612

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Firm: The Law Offices of Robert D. Byers

420 Third Street, Suite 250 , Oakland , California 94607

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense , Sexual Harassment, Criminal Defense