Criminal Defense Lawyers in Berkeley | 35 available

35 Criminal Defense lawyers are available in Berkeley, California, including Joseph Mastro, Elizabeth Grossman, Jason A. Clay, and Susie Zukor. Lawyers rated on this page have an average Avvo rating of 3.7/5.

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Joseph Mastro

Firm: Joe Mastro Law

2625 Alcatraz Avenue , Berkeley , California 94705

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

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“Initially I was very overwhelmed by my case and wasn’t sure how to proceed but Joe helped guide me…”

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“Let me provide a review to Atty. Joe Mastro. I was arrested of DUI back in Dec. 2019. I was so terrified, stressed and nervous. So I decided to hired a DUI...”

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“I endorse this lawyer. It is very clear from many years of experience, contributions and reviews that Mr. Mastro is extremely knowledgeable and highly competent.”

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Elizabeth Grossman

Firm: Elizabeth R. Grossman

1010 Grayson Street , Berkeley , California 94710

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Juvenile, Professional Malpractice, Sexual Harassment, DUI & DWI

Ms. Grossman's mission as a criminal defenseattorney is to ensure that the court and the prosecution perceive eachclient as the individual that they are — a person with a full life andbackground that separates them from the criminal charges that bringthem before the court. Ms. Grossman works closely with her clients, aspartners in their own defense, and strives to keep them fully informedas the case proceeds. Ms. Grossman represents her clients throughoutCalifornia in felony, midemeanor, juvenile, traffic and professionaldiscipline cases.. Ms.Grossman was admitted to the California State Bar in 1982 and is amember of the Bar of the Federal Court, Ninth Circuit. She has earnedan AV rating from Martindale-Hubbel. According to Martindale-Hubbel,the AV rating "indicates very high to preeminent legal ability and veryhigh ethical standards as established by confidential opinions frommembers of the Bar."

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“I was facing a large amount of prison time. Elizabeth worked really hard for me on my economic crim…”

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“I can't say enough kind words about the Elizabeth Grossman Criminal Defense; in regards to my DUI case. Ms. Grossman and Mr. Orth made it convenient for...”

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Jason A. Clay

Firm: Law Offices of Jason A. Clay

1010 Grayson Street Two 9471 , Berkeley , California 94710

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Drug Crimes, DUI/DWI, Juvenile, Parole and Probation, Traffic Violations, White Collar Crime

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Susie Zukor

Firm: Law Offices of Susie Zukor

2625 Alcatraz Ave # 147 , Berkeley , California 94705

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

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“The attorney Ms Zukor secured the police report and will handle the court appearance, plea and resti…”

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Seth Morris

Firm: Morris Law, A Criminal Defense Firm

825 Page St , Berkeley , California 94710

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

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“…h and his team, I knew I was in capable hands. Morris Law PC demonstrated remarkable flexibility an…”

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“I have had the pleasure of working as co-defendant counsel on a few cases with Seth. He is an extremely sharp lawyer and a powerful advocate. If I was up the creek without a paddle…”

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Douglas R. Slain

Firm: Law Offices of Douglas R. Slain

630 Cragmont Avenue A , Berkeley , California 94708

Practice Areas: Business Organizations, Criminal Defense, Land Use & Zoning, Landlord & Tenant, Natural Resources, Real Estate

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Thomas V. Roland

Firm: Thomas V. Roland

1830 Way PO Box 12217 , Berkeley , California 94712

Practice Areas: Bankruptcy, Criminal Defense, Family, Probate

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“Tom Roland is a terrible lawyer, his knowledge of the law is so lacking that he uses scare tactic's against his client's and the person or persons hi...”

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Amy Craig

Firm: Ehrlich & Craig LLP

803 Hearst Ave , Berkeley , California 94710

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

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Christy Chandler

803 Hearst Ave , Berkeley , California 94710

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

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Peter Orth

1010 Grayson St , Berkeley , California 94710

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

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Theodore Cassman

Firm: Arguedas Cassman & Headley LLP

803 Hearst Ave , Berkeley , California 94710

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

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Abigail Rezneck

Firm: The Cygnet Society, C/O Ramsey & Ehrlich LLP

803 Hearst Ave , Berkeley , California 94710

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

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Andrea Roth

Firm: Berkeley Law

347 Law Building North Addition , Berkeley , California 94720

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

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Angelo Sandoval

Firm: East Bay Community Law Center

2921 Adeline St , Berkeley , California 94703

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

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Chesa Boudin

Criminal Law & Justice Center , Berkeley , California 94720

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

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Daniel Abrahamson

1415 Allston Way , Berkeley , California 94702

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

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Daniel Roth

, Berkeley , California 94710

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

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Frederick Schnider

Firm: Law Offices of Fred Schnider

Po Box 5547 , Berkeley , California 94705

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

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Hannah Labaree

1521 Shattuck Ave # 9063 , Berkeley , California 94709

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

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Jonathan Louie

Firm: Department of Toxic Substances Control

700 Heinz Ave Ste 200 , Berkeley , California 94710

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

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Kathryn Ross

Firm: Kathryn Ross, Attorney at Law

803 Hearst Ave , Berkeley , California 94710

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

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Kimberly Kupferer

Firm: Law Offices of Kimberly Kupferer

1010 Grayson Street 2 , Berkeley , California 94710

Practice Areas: Administrative, Assault & Battery, Child Abuse, Consumer Fraud, Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence, Drug Crimes, DUI/DWI, Felonies, Juvenile, Parole and Probation, Sexual Abuse, White Collar Crime

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Kuruvilla Mathen

2020 Bancroft Way Apt 224 , Berkeley , California 94704

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

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Lily Harvey

Firm: Prison Law Office

1917 5th St , Berkeley , California 94710

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

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Matti Fromson

Firm: Law Offices of Matti Fromson

2930 Domingo Ave # 152 , Berkeley , California 94705

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

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Merri Lopez-Keifer

Firm: Uc Berkeley School of Law

897 Simon Hall , Berkeley , California 94720

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

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Milo Beitman

Firm: East Bay Community Law Center

2921 Adeline St , Berkeley , California 94703

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

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Nora Wong

793 Keeler Ave , Berkeley , California 94708

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

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Robyn Wang

Firm: Live Oak Law Office

1442 A Walnut St # 229 , Berkeley , California 94709

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

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Sara Ruddy

Po Box 9023 , Berkeley , California 94709

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

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Sheila O'Gara

Firm: Law Ofc Sheila G O'Gara

1791 Solano Ave # C 15 , Berkeley , California 94707

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

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Therese Cannon

1326 Curtis St , Berkeley , California 94702

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

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Theshia Naidoo

819 Bancroft Way , Berkeley , California 94710

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

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William Kimball

Firm: The Law Office of William H. Kimball

803 Hearst Ave , Berkeley , California 94710

Practice Areas: Civil, Corporate, Criminal Defense, Litigation

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Winnifred Gin

2039 Shattuck Ave Ste 301 , Berkeley , California 94704

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

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Berkeley, California ZIP 94709 0.9 mi away 3 in this ZIP · 24 within 2 mi

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Alameda, California ZIP 94501 6.3 mi away 9 in this ZIP · 180 within 5 mi San Francisco, California ZIP 94111 8.9 mi away 44 in this ZIP · 94 within 1 mi Oakland, California ZIP 94621 9.3 mi away 7 in this ZIP · 30 within 5 mi San Francisco, California ZIP 94108 9.6 mi away 4 in this ZIP · 100 within 1 mi Martinez, California ZIP 94553 9.8 mi away 7 in this ZIP · 10 within 5 mi

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Criminal Defense Lawyers in Berkeley, California at a Glance

Lawbamba lists 35 Criminal Defense lawyers in Berkeley. 7 have Avvo client reviews, averaging 4.4/5 across 19 reviews. The highest Avvo rating (with at least 3 reviews) is Joseph Mastro, at 5.0/5 from 11 reviews. You can also browse all Criminal Defense lawyers in California.

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Frequently asked questions

How many Criminal Defense lawyers are in Berkeley, California?

Lawbamba lists 35 Criminal Defense lawyers in Berkeley, California. 7 of them have Avvo client reviews.

What is the average Avvo rating for Criminal Defense lawyers in Berkeley?

Across 19 Avvo client reviews, Criminal Defense lawyers in Berkeley average 4.4 out of 5.

Who has the highest Avvo rating among Criminal Defense lawyers in Berkeley?

Among lawyers with at least 3 Avvo client reviews, Joseph Mastro has the highest rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 11 reviews.

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