California Criminal Lawyers

I have been practicing law in San Francisco California and all of the Bay Area counties for over 30 years. My practice consists of various things but primarily the trial practice including Civil, Criminal in all its aspects, and Family law. Over the course of my career, I have had a great deal of experience in each of these areas and others. I have never lost my enthusiasm nor my interest in the protection of my clients.

I pride myself on being an advocate for those accused of any criminal matter. I focus on criminal defense and have represented clients from minor traffic tickets to serious felony allegations. Defending traffic tickets includes, but not limited to defending speeding tickets, recalling active bench warrants, restoring drivers licenses, red light camera tickets, illegal u-turns, modification tickets, and any moving violation. We have successfully defended over a thousand traffic tickets!

In addition, we have successfully defended against DUI/DWI, speed contest, exhibition of speed, domestic violence, and serious felonies such as police evasion, battery/assault with a weapon, and more.

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The Law Offices of Robert Yousefian was found in 1993 by Glendale criminal defense attorney Robert Yousefian. An excellent track record and aggressive representation has made Robert Yousefian one the most prominent criminal defense lawyers in Glendale, CA. On top of Criminal Defense, the Law Offices of Robert Yousefian provides various legal services and represent clients in personal injury, civil litigation, immigration law, and DUI cases. Lead by Glendale personal injury attorney Arsineh Aghakhani, our law firm provides professional and expert care with every case.

At The Sehat Law Firm, we have the skill and experience needed to successfully prosecute on your behalf for any unwarranted abuse of power. We specialize in the areas of police misconduct in Los Angeles, police excessive force, wrongful arrest, K9 incidents, prison guard misconduct, jail medical neglect and serious personal injury. If you are pulled over, arrested or detained, know that you have rights under the law and under no circumstances should law enforcement or anyone else violate your civil rights. We all have a responsibility to defend and guard our Civil Rights against abuse of...

Jesse Ruiz graduated from University of California, Los Angeles and attended Western State Law School. Mr. Ruiz began working in criminal defense to assist those under investigation or accused of a crime. Mr. Ruiz has developed a reputation for protecting his client’s interest from the beginning of an investigation, until the conclusion of a case.

In 2010, Mr. Ruiz began his legal career at the Los Angeles District Attorney’s office where he learned to think like a prosecutor and quickly understood that not all cases are the same. After working with the Los Angeles District Attorney’s office, Mr. Ruiz became a...

Stephen Demik specializes in complex civil and criminal litigation, and trials of all types. He is an experienced trial attorney, practicing in state and federal courts for nearly 15 years. He speaks Spanish proficiently. A graduate of University of California, Hastings College of the Law and a faculty teacher at the Trial Lawyers College, Stephen Demik has a wide background in many areas– from civil plaintiffs work to criminal defense, from tribal court to immigration law, from juvenile court to Guantanamo Bay. For over 14 years, he has tried cases in both state and federal court, in both South Dakota and...

For over three decades, I have been helping individuals charged with serious crimes. I have prosecuted and defended thousands of adults and juveniles charged with every type of felony and misdemeanor crime. Specializing in the field of criminal law, I am a recognized expert in Drunk Driving, Addiction-related offenses and Juvenile Law.

From California state charges to complex federal indictments, Stephanie Ames has the experience, legal knowledge and strategic sense to protect your interests in a wide range of criminal defense situations in Southern California. To learn how you can benefit from counsel and advocacy of a skilled Los Angeles criminal defense attorney, contact The Law Office of Stephanie Ames in Santa Monica. Our goal is to achieve the best possible result for you through investigating, developing and pursuing all of the defenses you have available under the applicable facts and law. Our firm's practice is especially strong in white collar criminal...

Valerie Lopez defends clients in criminal matters at both the state and federal level throughout California. While Ms. Lopez regularly handles a wide variety of criminal cases, she has particular expertise in defending medical marijuana cases. Ms. Lopez has represented hundreds of medical marijuana patients, collectives and dispensaries and is also a member of the legal committee for the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws. Attorneys, judges, prosecutors and law enforcement throughout Los Angeles and California regard Ms. Lopez as one of the most credible and knowledgeable attorneys in the medical marijuana field. California's medical...

I am a trial attorney. I have conducted over 75 jury trials to verdicts and 6 court trials to verdict. Included in those numbers are 4 murder trials to verdict, 1 attempted murder to verdict, 1 capital case (death penalty) to verdict, and 27 other various serious/violent felonies to verdict, as well as less serious cases.

I have direct and cross examined experts in the following fields: mental health, ballistics, fingerprints, analysis of controlled substances and alcohol, forensic pathology, forensic sexual assault examinations, possession for sale of narcotics, cultivation and possession for sale of marijuana, battered partner syndrome,...

For over 40 years, Michael Crosner, Esq. has been providing highly skilled and personalized legal services. We have aggressively represented thousands of personal injury victims, and have recovered millions of dollars against individuals, corporations, and municipalities. Crosner Law Corp. is not afraid to litigate difficult cases, and will advance whatever legal costs are necessary to achieve justice. All personal injury cases are taken on a contingency fee basis, meaning our clients pay no legal fees until a successful settlement/verdict is achieved. We can assist you in obtaining medical care without health insurance, and a rental vehicle if your automobile is...

: If you’ve been arrested or you are facing criminal charges of any nature, don’t wait to put a criminal defense lawyer from Escovar & Avila, LLP on your side. As seasoned litigators who’ve been practicing law since 1994, the firm’s legal team is well-equipped to help you fight a DUI, theft offense, federal crime, or anything else. Schedule a free consultation with an attorney at the firm today to get the legal process started.

Katherine has 11 years experience practicing immigration law and vacating convictions for immigrants with criminal convictions. She is also a member of the public attorney panel for the Sixth District Court of Appeal, handling appeals for criminal defendants who cannot afford to hire attorneys for themselves. Katherine is a zeolous advocate for each and every one of her clients.

Attorney Jeffrey E. Elliott (Cruz) principal legal eduction and training commenced at West Valley College in Saratoga, California, where he received an AA degree. Where After, Mr. Elliott-Cruz graduated from Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah awarded a BS an also, an extra major skill in writing. Next stop, was Santa Clara university law school, wherein, he obtained a JD degree. His post graduate education in the law also consists of a certificate of Achievement in the Federal Trials Practice Program from the Northern District of California. Two distinct and separate certificate of completion from the College of Hastings Trial...

Martin Jones has over 17 years of experience as a Criminal Defense Attorney. Martin started his career in Madera County as a public defender in the high-volume traffic court. He was promoted to Felony Supervisor for all criminal matters in a short time. A few years later, he was offered Assistant Chief Defense Attorney at the Placer County Public Defender Office. Martin Jones is one of the most experienced trial attorneys in Placer County. He handled more than 68 high-profile trials, represented hundreds of clients, and worked on hundreds of DUI cases and suppression motions, including sex crimes, homicide, death...