Criminal Defense lawyers in California Jeremy Lessem to Joel Baruch

Firm: Lessem, Newstat & Tooson, LLP

3450 Cahuenga Blvd , Los Angeles , California 90068

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

I am a prominent Southern California based criminal defense attorney with over 16 years of experience representing clients throughout the State. I have successfully defended thousands of cllients in cases ranging from first degree murder and other violent felonies to DUI's, narcotics and theft related offenses. All of my clients recieve aggressive representation and the personal attention they deserve. Whether your goal is to achieve the best possible negotiated settlment, or you want to fight your case all the way to trial, I strive to always provide the best possible results.

Firm: McElfresh Law, Inc.

531 Encinitas Blvd , Encinitas , California 92024

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Jessica McElfresh is a San Diego criminal defense lawyer and founding attorney at McElfresh Law, Inc. Her practice areas include all types of criminal defense including drug and marijuana crimes. She is devoted to defending the rights and protecting the futures of her clients. An aggressive and dedicated defense attorney, Jessica is also involved in drug policy reform. Jessica has taught educational programs for other lawyers and authored proposed ordinances and ballot initiatives to regulate medical marijuana dispensaries. She currently serves as the Community Director for the San Diego Chapter of the NORML Women’s Alliance.. Jessica is a summa cum laude graduate of Scripps College and received her law degree from the University of San Diego School of Law, where she was a Dean’s Honor Scholarship recipient. While attending law school, she interned with the San Diego District Attorney’s Office, where she gained valuable experience in analyzing search and seizure issues. Jessica is a current member of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, the California Public Defenders Association, the San Diego County Bar Association, and the Lawyers Club of San Diego. She has been sought out for her legal commentary by media outlets including The Los Angeles Times, The San Diego U-T, NBC, KPBS, and more.

1706 Chester Ave. Suite 304 , Bakersfield , California 93301

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Firm: Sicat Law

643 S 2nd Ave Ste B , Covina , California 91723

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Sicat Law is committed to putting clients first. As a criminal defense attorney, Ms. Sicat has developed a passion for post-conviction relief, helping clients achieve their dream of becoming an American citizen, as well as securing favorable outcomes such as dismissals and no jail time. In her civil practice, she has recovered millions in settlements for personal injury and workers’ compensation cases. Ms. Sicat’s excellence has been recognized with numerous accolades, including selection to Super Lawyers since 2020 and Rising Stars from 2014 to 2018. She has also been named among the Top 100 by the National Trial Lawyers, Elite Lawyers, Top American Lawyers, Best Attorneys of America, Avvo’s Client’s Choice, and the 10 Best Attorneys for Criminal & Personal Injury Client Satisfaction.

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 Jim A. Trevino

700 E Shaw Ave Ste 202 , Fresno , California 93710

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Born and raised in Fresno, California, Jim A. Trevino received his Bachelor’s Degree from UC Berkeley and his Law Degree from San Joaquin College of Law. He is a member of the California State Bar, Fresno County Bar Association and the La Raza Lawyers Association Serving Fresno, Clovis, Hanford, Lemoore, Avenal, Corcoran.. With a type of natural charm, Jim has a way of making his clients instantly feel at ease. His down-to-earth, yet no-nonsense demeanor has earned him a reputation of being a highly sought after and effective litigator in the courtroom. Over the years he has developed many relationships and is considered very well connected within the central valley legal realm. There is simply no better attorney to have on your side at your time of need.. Outside of the courtroom, Jim’s passion is his family. He enjoys traveling, as well as spending time with his extended family. He also enjoys a good poker game where his competitive nature tends to shine through. This competitiveness also works to his advantage in the courtroom.. Big or small, Jim considers each case his most important and treats each and every client like a friend. He has worked hard to get to a place in his life that he can be proud of, and is grateful to wake up each morning as a criminal defense attorney and spend his days in a profession he is so passionate about. He knows that even the best criminal attorney is only as good as his last case, and he therefore constantly seeks to learn new ways to be a more effective attorney.

Firm: Law Office Of Jimmy Cha

126 N. Euclid Street , Fullerton , California 92832

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

Attorney Jimmy Cha grew up with a passion for criminal justice. He understands that often times, good people make poor decisions that can have adverse and negative life consequences. As a result, he has dedicated his life in helping people through the practice of law. He also serves as an expert on gangs, mentors parolees and troubled teens, guest speaks at inner city schools, as well as at local colleges and universities, and served as an assistant wrestling coach at a local high school.

Firm: Law Office of Jessica Walsh

2121 N. California Blvd. , Walnut Creek , California 94596

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

A former prosecutor with over 10 years of extensive trial experience handling criminal cases in both California and New York. I handle all types of criminal cases and always provide detail oriented legal guidance and compassion for all clients.

Firm: Imhoff & Associates

12424 Wilshire Blvd Ste 770 , Los Angeles , California 90025

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Firm: Law Offices of Jessica De Anda

1887 Business Center Drive , San Bernardino , California 92408

Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Family, Bankruptcy, Car Accident, Criminal Defense, Immigration

The Law Offices of Jessica De Anda Is a 21st century law firm. Jessica De Anda, Esq. is a solo practitioner committed to zealously represent her clients. Ms. De Anda has ample courtroom experience and comprehensive legal expertise. Ms. De Anda has been recognized for her talent, integrity, and knowledge. Ms. De Anda and her staff will treat you with courtesey and professionalism. The firm's objective is to produce the best results for our client's and their families.

Firm: Law Offices of Jerod Gunsberg

643 S. Olive Street , Los Angeles , California 90014

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Jerod Gunsberg is the founder and lead attorney of the Law Offices of Jerod Gunsberg. He is a seasoned criminal law defense attorney, representing clients in all California state and federal criminal matters. He focuses his practice on many different types of criminal cases, including misdemeanors, violent offenses, complex narcotics, white collar crime, medical marijuana defense, sex crimes, elder abuse, computer crime and juvenile criminal issues.. Mr. Gunsberg spent the early part of his career in the entertainment industry and even owning his own independent record label for a time. When he decided to follow his life long dream of practicing law, there was no turning back. He graduated from New York University where he was a University Honors Scholar. He was then recruited by some of Los Angeles County’s top criminal defense trial lawyers to represent clients on serious felony matters including murders, sex offenses, major narcotics cases, and complex fraud cases at both the state and federal level.. Mr. Gunsberg’s notable recent federal matters include a securities fraud and wire fraud case in which the government alleged a $5 million loss; a 2000kg marijuana distribution conspiracy; one of the largest seizures of PCP in the history of the United States; and representing a client accused of smuggling dozens of weapons into the United States aboard a commercial aircraft. This is in addition to the wide variety of other federal matters Mr. Gunsberg handles, including pre-indictment representation at the early stages of federal investigations. In that vein, he has also worked extensively with federal agencies in defending these types of matters, including the FBI, DEA, Secret Service, Homeland Security, IRS CID, USPIS (US Postal Inspectors), USDA and the Department of Education, among others.. A pursuit Mr. Gunsberg is particularly devoted to is the defense of children and teenagers in the criminal justice system. He received a national award for his work in defending minors in Los Angeles County’s juvenile courts and was featured in the Los Angeles Times for his work towards juvenile justice reform. Mr. Gunsberg has represented juvenile clients in conjunction with of the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), Public Counsel, and is frequently retained by other criminal defense attorneys as an expert consultant on juvenile delinquency matters.. Named one of California’s "Rising Star" criminal defense attorneys by “Super Lawyers,” Mr. Gunsberg is also active in the legal community he serves. He is a member of the following organizations: the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, California Attorneys for Criminal Justice, the Los Angeles Criminal Courts Bar Association, Americans for Safe Access, the Drug Policy Alliance Network, the Pacific Juvenile Defender’s Association, the Los Angeles County Bar Association, the Beverly Hills Bar Association and the American Bar Association.. Mr. Gunsberg is admitted to practice in all California State Courts and the United States District Court for the Central District of California, the Southern District of California, and the District of Colorado.

Firm: Law Office of Jessica A. Davis

20058 Ventura Blvd., #222 , Woodland Hills , California 91364

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Expungement, Appeals

I only practice criminal law and make it a priority to stay up to date on the latest developments in this area to ensure my clients get the best results possible. I am passionate about helping my clients with all aspects of interaction with the criminal justice system. This includes representation through the initial phase of a case in Superior Court, through trial. I also handle post-conviction relief in the form of probation modification, appeals and writs. Want to clean up your criminal record? I have experience assisting clients with misdemeanor conviction expungements, P.C. Sec. 17(b) felony reductions, Prop 47 reclassification and Prop 64 reclassification.

Firm: The Law Office of Jessica Agnich

605 Middlefield Road , Redwood City , California 94063

Practice Areas: Copyrights, Patents, Trademarks, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense

Jessica Agnich is an experienced Bay Area defense attorney who has represented thousands of criminal clients in California courts. She has a reputation as an zealous advocate and successful trial attorney with judges, district attorneys, and other defense attorneys. She has fifteen years experience in criminal defense, and has previously worked at Public Defender's Offices in Solano County, Sacramento County, and San Francisco. Jessica Agnich is a skilled advocate and always brings commitment, compassion, and determination to the representation of her clients.

Firm: Law Offices of Jesse A. Arana

8350 Florence Avenue , Downey , California 90240

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Attorney Arana is a skilled Criminal Defense and Immigration Attorney who represents individuals all over California, including, but not limited to: Los Angeles County, Orange County, Ventura County, Santa Barbara County and San Diego County.. Jesse A. Arana was born in Los Angeles, California. He completed his undergraduate studies at the University of California in Santa Cruz where he obtained his Bachelor of Arts in Economics. While at UC Santa Cruz, he volunteered at the Watsonville Law Center, where he assisted the underrepresented immigrant community of Watsonville and provided Spanish translation.. Recognizing that the law is a powerful tool that can better the lives of those in need, he then attended and earned his law degree from the University of San Francisco School of Law. During law school, he gained extensive experience outside the classroom by working for Hoge, Fenton, Jones & Appel, Flores Law Firm, and the Santa Clara District Attorney's Office.. After passing the CA Bar Exam on his first attempt, Attorney Jesse A. Arana served as a prosecutor for the Ventura County District Attorney's Office. As a Deputy District Attorney, he successfully prosecuted hundreds of different types of criminal cases, including, but not limited to, DUI, theft, battery, assault, resisting arrest, giving false information to a police officer, speed contests, reckless driving, hit and runs, possession of a controlled substance (such as cocaine, heroin, methamphetamine, etc.) and being under the influence of a controlled substance.. Attorney Arana is now proudly a Criminal Defense and Immigration Attorney. Mr. Arana is driven and determined to achieve positive results for his clients. He puts the focus where it belongs: on his client's goals.

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: The Law Offices of Jerry Schaffer, Jr.

1851 E. First Street , Santa Ana , California 92705

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

As the founding attorney at The Law Offices of Jerry Schaffer, Jr., Orange County lawyer Jerry Schaffer, Jr. offers tireless legal representation in criminal defense cases. Since 1994, he has been practicing law in California. Prior to entering private practice, Attorney Scahffer was a prosecutor for 17 years. Mr. Schaffer received his undergraduate degree from UC Berkeley and his Juris Doctor from the Southwestern University School of Law. For a no-cost consultation, contact his firm.

Firm: Law Offices of Robert J. Beles

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

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Firm: Weston, Garrou & Mooney

12121 Wilshire Blvd., #900 , Los Angeles , California 90025

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Firm: Law Offices of Joel W. Baruch, PC

9900 Research Drive , Irvine , California 92618

Practice Areas: Animal Bites, Automobile Accidents, Business , Contracts, Criminal Defense , Discrimination, Drug Crimes, DUI/DWI, Felonies, Head and Spinal Injuries, Labor , Medical Malpractice, Nursing Home Negligence, Personal Injury, Sexual Abuse, Sexual Harassment, Slip and Fall, Traffic Violations, Trucking Accidents, Wages/Commissions/Overtime, Wrongful Death, Wrongful Termination, Employment & Labor

Firm: Keller/Anderle LLP

18300 Von Karman Avenue , Irvine , California 92612

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Litigation, White Collar Crime