Criminal Defense lawyers in California Joseph Weimortz to Karthik Krishnan

Firm: Ryu•Weimortz•Murphy LLP

3435 Wilshire Blvd. Ste. 2050 , Los Angeles , California 90010

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

While in law school, Joe was a law clerk for both the Civil Division and Criminal Division of the United States Attorney's Office in San Diego. Joe worked as a Certified Legal Intern at the Major Narcotics Unit of the San Diego District Attorney's Office. After graduation from law school, Joe was a law clerk in the Ventura County District Attorney's Office until he became a Ventura County Deputy District Attorney in 1996.. DEPUTY DISTRICT ATTORNEYLos Angeles County for 12 years. In November of 1997, Joe became a Deputy District Attorney for the County of Los Angeles. Joe served as a prosecutor in the Long Beach, Norwalk, San Fernando, Van Nuys, Santa Monica (now Airport), Bellflower, Downey, Whittier, Huntington Park, East Los Angeles, El Monte, Alhambra, Santa Clarita, and Eastlake courthouses.. 66 FELONY JURY TRIALS14 Murders & Attempted Murders. During his twelve years as a prosecutor, Joe tried sixty-six felony jury trials including seven homicides, seven attempted murders, and multiple robbery, carjacking, kidnapping, assault with a deadly weapon, child molestation, sexual assault, domestic violence, witness intimidation, gang enhancement, firearms enhancement, three strikes, burglary, theft, felony driving under the influence, drug possession, and manufacture and sales trials. In addition, Joe tried numerous misdemeanor cases including driving under the influence and domestic violence, and conducted countless juvenile adjudications and preliminary hearings.. SEX CRIMES EXPERTISE. At various times in his career, Joe was assigned to the Victim Impact Program (V.I.P.) which vertically prosecuted sex crimes, felony domestic violence, and stalking. As a V.I.P. prosecutor, Joe was responsible for interviewing victims with law enforcement, determining whether a crime had occurred, filing charges in the case, and personally handling the case through jury trial, if necessary.. In one of Joe's jury trials as a defense attorney, the client was one of four defendants charged by the Major Narcotics Unit with felony child abuse, and manufacturing and possession for sale of a large quantity of PCP. After Joe's cross examination of the police officers and prosecution experts, and the presentation of a defense expert, the judge dismissed the case against the client before the jury had the opportunity to reach a decision.. Joe is regarded as an elite criminal defense attorney since leaving the District Attorney's Office to pursue private practice in October of 2008 with his partner, Anthony Falangetti. Joe is a creative and critical thinker with a comforting bed-side manner who utilizes his knowledge of the prosecutor's job, his trial skills, and his professional relationships to achieve the best possible result for his clients.. As a defense attorney, Joe has obtained several dismissals and reductions for his clients, and Joe's peers often seek his advice on legal issues and jury trial tactics. Attorney Weimortz has recently been included in the list of California Super Lawyers® for 2014, an honor given to less than 5% of lawyers throughout the state.

Firm: Law Offices of Justin E Sterling

15760 Ventura Blvd. , Encino , California 91436

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Mr. Sterling is an award-winning criminal trial lawyer and civil rights attorney who has been nationally recognized for his advocacy of the criminally accused as well as those who have been victimized by law enforcement. Mr. Sterling is experienced in both federal and state court. Representative cases include murder, drug conspiracy crimes, DUI, and federal civil rights lawsuits against governmental entities.. Regarded as one of the most skilled trial practitioners in his field, Mr. Sterling's approach to the practice of law is one of honesty, compassion, and integrity. Mr. Sterling is consistently and repeatedly awarded the highest honors in the areas of legal ability, experience, industry recognition, and professional conduct.. Recent case results include the acquittal of a young man charged with attempted murder and facing life in prison, as well as the recovery of millions of dollars on behalf of female inmates who were sexually abused while in police custody.. Mr. Sterling's in-depth trial experience coupled with his local expertise is what sets him apart from other attorneys. Mr. Sterling is available 24/7 to personally address the concerns and questions of each of his clients.. CALL FOR A FREE CONSULTATION.

520 E Wilson Ave #220 , Glendale , California 91206

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

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Firm: Karen A Sheehy Attorney at Law

P.O. Box 1204 , Vacaville , California 95696

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

After feeling like I had been taken advantage of by my ex-husband during a nasty divorce, I vowed to go to law school and become a family lawyer.  I majored in Rhetoric at U.C. Berkeley in order to hone my argumentative writing style and received my highest grades in legal research and writing while attending USF Law School.  By my second year of law school, I realized I wanted to be a criminal defense lawyer.  Hence, I interned with three different public defenders' offices during law school while teaching Street Law to juvenile delinquents in San Francisco Juvenile Hall.. I jump-started my criminal defense career in Tulare County, where I worked for nearly two years, but ultimately landed in Solano County where I have worked in private practice for over four years.  I am most passionate about helping my clients resolve their underlying issues, as well as their legal predicaments.  I make sure they understand the legal process in order to successfully complete probation and have their cases dismissed if applicable.

Firm: Clunen and Oakman Law

299 W Hillcrest, Suite 210 , Thousand Oaks , California 91360

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Firm: KAREEM LAW APC

1026 W. Foothill Blvd , Upland , California 91786

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

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.

Firm: Chudnovsky Law - Criminal & DUI Lawyers

1933 S Broadway Suite 1100, Los Angeles CA 90007 , Los Angeles , California 90007

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Kareem Aref is a lifetime advocate. Before practicing law, Mr. Aref was active in national movements around education, criminal justice, and social justice reforms. Mr. Aref joined the legal field as a civil rights and municipal law attorney with what was then Cota Cole and Huber LLP. He then joined the ranks of the San Bernardino County District Attorney's office. As a Deputy District Attorney, Mr. Aref handled all types of felony cases in addition to serving as a specialized Auto theft prosecutor. Mr. Aref also worked as Trial Counsel for Strategic Legal Practices APC working on plaintiff-side consumer protection cases. He has prepared and conducted innumerable cases for trial, hearings, and depositions in various areas of law and has successfully tried numerous jury trials to verdict.. Kareem Aref is the attorney you can count on to skillfully defend your rights and fight your case. As a former Prosecutor, Mr. Aref has gained invaluable experience and insider knowledge of the system, developed professional relationships, and honed his legal skills to secure the best possible outcome for you.. His stature in the legal community has helped him build relationships with District Attorneys, court staff, and judges to ensure that he can effectively achieve the best possible outcome for every client.. During his years as a Deputy District Attorney, Mr. Aref prosecuted thousands of crimes, from basic misdemeanors to the most serious felony offenses. His practice included countless motions, preliminary hearings, and cases that allow Mr. Aref to stand tall in any courtroom, lobbying, or advocacy space.. Mr. Aref's oratory skills have earned him recognized on the international level. Taken with his nonprofit Mr. Aref puts all his time and experience into bettering his community and the world around him.In addition to practicing law, Mr. Aref is the President-Elect of the Western San Bernardino County Bar Association, an active member of the American Bar Association, a founding member of the League of Egyptian American Professionals, and just completed a term with the National Conference of Bar Examiners' Content Scope Committee reimagining the new bar exam. He is excited to be a part of the Color of Excellence and continue his life dedication to justice.. Kareem Aref has an outstanding track record of client successes and a reputation for strategic and holistic thinking that has made him into a dedicated leader, a tireless servant of justice, and a trusted advisor.

Firm: The Law Offices of Kapesh V. Patel

15615 Alton Parkway , Irvine , California 92618

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

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.

17777 Center Court Drive N , Cerritos , California 90703

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

A law office with the sole goal of providing clients with affordable, dedicated representation for all criminal matters as well as family law matters.

Firm: Law Offices of Justin A. Shimizu

8862 Garden Grove Blvd , Garden Grove , California 92844

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Attorney Justin Shimizu practices criminal law exclusively, handling all types of Criminal matters including DUI, Assault, Battery, Domestic Violence, Fraud, Elder Abuse, Theft, Drug Charges, Expungements, Probation Violations, Vehicle Code Violations, and much more. Mr. Shimizu is dedicated to providing excellent representation at affordable prices.  Call now for a free consultation.

Firm: Law Offices of Joshua M. Baskin dba Orange County Criminal Attorney Law Firm

4000 MacArthur Blvd. , Newport Beach , California 92660

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

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.

Firm: Fiumara & Milligan Law

182 Farmers Ln Ste 100 A , Santa Rosa , California 95405

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Mr. Milligan began his practice of law in 2003 after graduating Cum Laude from Empire Law School in Santa Rosa, California.  He handled both civil and criminal cases for more than 10 years.  Whether he is zealously advocating for a “not guilty” plea or negotiating for the highest possible monetary award, Mr. Milligan is tenacious in his pursuit of justice on behalf of the law firms’ clients.. Mr. Milligan’s legal experience acquired in California, Washington, D.C., and in the state of Maryland has given him a keen sense of awareness of his clients’ rights.  Mr. Milligan works hard to stay current on the important issues of the day, such as DUI toxicology, search and seizure, the right to privacy, police misconduct, and excessive force.  Mr. Milligan’s current knowledge keeps him ahead of the curve and able to deliver the very best legal service for the firm’s diverse client base.. Education. Mr. Milligan is a graduate of the Empire School of Law in Santa Rosa where he earned the Witkin’s Award for the top grades in both Contracts and in Criminal Law.  He graduated in the top 10 of his class of 2003.. Employment. After graduating from law school, Mr. Milligan established, the Milligan Law Firm.  There he represented a wide diversity of clients predominantly in the areas of criminal defense and plaintiff’s personal injury law.  Mr. Milligan practiced every aspect of law from the initial investigation to the filing of the complaint up to and through jury trial.. From 2008 through 2010, Mr. Milligan worked for the County of  Sonoma on the Juvenile and Criminal Conflicts Panel.  In this position, he was able to hone in on his skills in criminal defense and sensitive juvenile matters.  Mr. Milligan’s experience ranges from serious felony gang and sex crimes, to misdemeanor felony DUIs and driver’s licensing criminal offenses.  In addition, Mr. Milligan has represented many clients pertaining to the emerging medical marijuana issues, and in more traditional areas of the law involving removal cases, family law, and contract disputes.. Community Service. In 2007, Mr. Milligan received the Sonoma County Pro Bono Award on behalf of the work he did for the Sonoma County Public Law Library.  He organized and held several fund raisers including “Music for the Law Library” which was held at CHOPS Teen Club, another nonprofit, located in the Old Railroad Square District in Santa Rosa, California.. In that same year, Mr. Milligan volunteered for the Rule 18 Committee of the Sonoma County Civil Bench Bar.   There he was assigned to review Local Rule subdivisions and suggest modifications and improvements.. In 2011, Mr. Milligan served as a Volunteer Adjunct to the District Court of Fairfax, Virginia for the Fairfax Opportunities, Alternatives, and Resources, a nonprofit, pre-trial diversion program which provided alternatives to criminal proceedings for first time petty theft defenders.  Mr. Milligan strongly believes in alternatives to jail and brings his rich knowledge of these kinds of alternatives to Sonoma County for our clients’ consideration especially during sentencing.. Memberships. Mr. Milligan is a member of the California DUI Lawyers Association which is the oldest drunk driving defense bar association in the United States.  This organization consists of extremely qualified attorneys who willingly share their knowledge and experience among its core members to ensure that our law firm is providing our clients with the very best representation.. Mr. Milligan is also a member of the Sonoma County Bar Association, is in good standing with the State Bar of California since 2003.  His first priority is to serve the clients of this law firm with his wide variety of legal experience and his true life experiences from this coast as well as from the East Coast.

Firm: McIlroy Law

4040 Civic Center Drive , San Rafael , California 94903

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Julia McIlroy has represented thousands of clients charged with misdemeanors and felonies in Sonoma, Marin, and Solano Counties. Her experience, tenacity, and skill enables her to fight hard on her clients' behalf, or, when necessary, negotiate the best offer.. Julia grew up in the Bay Area and is deeply familiar with the community and District Attorney's offices. She has a wide range of experience, including working at the United States Attorney's office, Court of Appeal, Department of Justice, and Public Defender's office. She graduated in the top ten percent of her law school class, winning numerous honors and accolades. She now uses her intelligence and drive to protect the rights of people entangled in the justice system.

Firm: Law Office of Julia Deutsch

1999 Harrison St Ste 1800 , Oakland , California 94612

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Firm: The Kay Law Firm

17116 Bellflower Blvd , Bellflower , California 90706

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Attorney Juanita Kay focuses her practice in the area of criminal defense. She represents clients on felony and misdemeanor cases throughout all criminal courts in Los Angeles and Orange Counties. Juanita Kay is licensed to practice law in all state courts and in the Central District of California. She has handled hundreds of cases. Some of the cases she handles are: driving under the influence, drug cases, assault and battery, sexual battery, petty theft, burglary, hit and run, and domestic violence, child molestation. She is also fluent in Spanish.. Ms. Kay grew up in Los Angeles, California and received her Bachelor’s degree from UCLA in 2006, where she majored in Sociology. While at UCLA, in addition to juggling a full course load, Juanita also found the time to volunteer at various Los Angeles County courthouses for the purposes of assisting self-represented litigants regarding family law issues such as child support and custody. She also conducted attorney facilitated divorce workshops in Spanish and worked with victims of Domestic Violence. After volunteering for over 400 hours and helping people through the legal process, Juanita realized that she wanted to be the kind of attorney who could help people when faced with a legal problem.. With that vision in mind, Ms. Kay enrolled into law school and earned her law degree from Northwestern School of Law of Lewis & Clark in 2010. During law school, she earned a specialized certificate in the field of Criminal Law and Procedure, which recognized her concentration in the area of criminal law.. In pursuit of more hands on experience, in 2009, Ms. Kay worked at the Multnomah County District Attorney’s, in Portland, Oregon, as a certified law student working on the trial team. While there, she took several misdemeanor cases to trial which allowed her to gain first hand experience of the different stages of court proceedings and learn the ins and outs of a criminal trial, from the perspective of the prosecution. All of her cases required her to work with police officers in investigations and prepare witnesses for trial. She also engaged in extensive negotiations with defense attorneys arranging plea agreements, argued several motions regarding evidentiary issues, and represented the state in probation violation hearings and restitution hearings. For Ms. Kay, working in the courtroom was a turning point in her career because that is when she developed a sense of passion and developed new enthusiasm for criminal law and the justice system.. Despite this above, after successfully passing the Bar, Ms. Kay did not enter the field of criminal law. Instead she was offered an associate position at one of the largest firms in Los Angeles in the area of Workers Compensation Defense. Too good of opportunity to turn down, Ms. Kay accepted a position as a workers compensation defense attorney and zealously defended insurance carriers, large corporations and employers. However, she quickly realized that practicing workers compensation law did not incite a passion and excitement as practicing criminal law. Ms. Kay’s passion lay in the courtroom advocating for those who need it most of all. Impassioned about the pursuit of criminal justice, Ms. Kay made the best decision of her life and re-entered the profession of criminal law.. However, unlike her career in law school, Juanita knew that she belonged on the side of the accused and those in need of help. Since then, she has worked as a zealous defense attorney. She is always well prepared and will fight to get each client the best possible result. When people ask Juanita how she ended up in the field of criminal defense, she tells them, “ You know, it’s the last thing I thought I would be doing. But as it turns out, I couldn't be more passionate about what I do and I couldn't see myself doing anything else other than this!”

Firm: Juan Alejandro Reyes, Esq

831 State St #235 , Santa Barbara , California 93101

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Firm: Law Offices of Visco & Selyem

9431 Haven Ave , Rancho Cucamonga , California 91730

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Mr. Visco began his legal career in 2006 as a prosecutor with the San Bernardino County District Attorney’s Office. While with the district attorney’s office, Mr. Visco handled thousands of misdemeanor and felony cases and quickly rose through the ranks. After assignments that included misdemeanor trials and felony preliminary hearings and trials, Mr. Visco was promoted to the hardcore gang unit, where he was primarily responsible for prosecuting serious violent crimes including assault, burglary, robbery, attempted murder and murder. Now as a criminal defense attorney, Mr. Visco uses his experience as a prosecutor to help the criminally accused fight for their rights.. Josh Visco Criminal Defense Attorney. There is no better advantage for someone accused of a crime than to have a criminal defense attorney who has the prosecutor’s “playbook” in their hands. That’s the dedication and experience Mr. Visco brings to the fight each day.. Mr. Visco’s dedication to helping his clients and vast experience with all areas of criminal law makes him the right choice when selecting a criminal defense attorney.

Firm: El Dabe | Ritter Trial Lawyers

1150 S. Olive Street , Los Angeles , California 90015

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Criminal attorney and Los Angeles native Joshua Ritter worked as a prosecutor with the Los Angeles County District Attorney's office from 2009 through 2015, and was named 2015 Outstanding Prosecutor of the Year by the Association of Deputy District Attorneys for Los Angeles County.. During his career as a prosecutor Joshua handled numerous complex cases, including the successful conviction of a Los Angeles firefighter who had beaten a woman unconscious because she was feeding feral cats in his neighborhood (People v. Ian Eulian).. Joshua has also prevailed with a significant number of high-profile trials, including a 1987 cold case murder.  To complicate his preparation and strategy, no witnesses could be located for trial and Joshua was left to prove the case with nothing more than circumstantial evidence and his cross-examination of the defendant (People v. Abrego).. Further, Joshua garnered substantial media attention with a case involving the murder of a woman shot to death by her roommate in front of the victim's 11 year old daughter...all of this over this over a $10 internet bill (People v. Parks).. Joshua recently left the District Attorney's office after having taken more than 40 cases to jury trial and a career felony conviction rate over 90%. Now he is devoting his career to the defense of those in need of a ferocious and determined advocate.

Firm: Hershon Law

300 Carlsbad Village Drive , Carlsbad , California 92008

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Hello,. I fight for all of my clients as if they were family, and I am proud to say that other lawyers from all over San Diego County have hired me for themselves and for their family members.. One of the things that I believe sets our firm apart is that we go through a cost/benefit analysis of each case, and even major case turning point decisions - with the client, and involve the client in that key strategic bird's-eye analysis.  We feel some attorneys can lose that "big picture" perspective, and while they pursue a set of theoretical ethical standards, their clients are ultimately harmed by their cognitive inflexibility.. Another aspect of our firm that we strive to keep is our small firm/fast paced culture.  Our team is close-knit - a family if you will.  We know each other's families and we push one another to achieve top honors in every aspect of our lives.  Inside the firm we put 100% into staying current with legal issues, determining our clients' objectives and achieveing them, and developing a personal connection with our clients as we are trusted with their children, their savings, sometimes even their freedom.  Outside the firm we pursue martial arts, surfing, and hot yoga among other activities.  Our lives are balanced and our work product is premium.. While I could wax proflific about our firm's character for pages, I will spare you the diatribe and invite you to...come check us out!  We look forward to meeting you.. Best,. Joshua Hershon

Firm: Karthik Krishnan

201 N. Brand Blvd. Suite 200 , Glendale , California 91203

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense