Goleta Criminal Lawyers

Criminal lawyers defend people facing charges such as assault & battery, drug crimes, homicide, sex crimes, theft, and a wide range of other felonies and misdemeanors. They also protect their clients’ constitutional rights and navigate complex legal procedures throughout the criminal justice process.

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Andrew William Sorensen
Goleta, CA Criminal Law Lawyer with 47 years of experience
(559) 916-3737 122 Sanderling Ln
Goleta, CA 93117
Criminal, Business and DUI
San Joaquin COL
Don Francis Heiduk
Goleta, CA Criminal Law Attorney with 31 years of experience
(805) 886-1672 6025 Paseo Palmilla
Goleta, CA 93117
Criminal
University of San Francisco School of Law and U of San Francisco School of Law
James Richard Askew
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James Richard Askew
Santa Barbara, CA Criminal Law Lawyer with 25 years of experience
(805) 202-5177 5276 Hollister Ave
455
Santa Barbara, CA 93111
Free ConsultationCriminal
Santa Barbara COL
Douglas Hugh Ridley
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Douglas Hugh Ridley
(805) 208-1866 7 W Figueroa Street
Suite 350
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfSanta Barbara, CA Criminal Law Attorney with 26 years of experience
Criminal, DUI, Domestic Violence and White Collar Crime
Pepperdine Univ School of Law and Pepperdine University School of Law
Doug Ridley has experience with thousands of criminal cases. He has the voice and demeanor to handle matters cooperatively with the courts, along with the experience and savvy to be a tough defender when necessary. Doug’s job as a prosecutor started in the case file review department where he reviewed up to a hundred files per day, and led him all the way to lead prosecutor for the Special Victims Unit (The most serious crimes in the county). His background gives him an expert eye and unique ability to see the case the way the prosecutor sees it. Understanding how...
Mario Tafur
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Mario Tafur
Santa Barbara, CA Criminal Law Attorney
(888) 928-1609 1117 State St.
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfCriminal and DUI
James E. Rogers College of Law, University of Arizona
I have built a career and a reputation by advocating for the rights of the accused. At Bulldog Law, my team and I have defended thousands of clients throughout the United States in various criminal cases across both state and federal courts, encompassing trials and appeals. Additionally, we manage personal injury and cryptocurrency cases. My lawyers and I have been described as "bulldogs" for our tenacious and successful representation in legal proceedings. We vigorously defend our clients, fully aware of the high stakes and our potential to significantly impact their lives.
Steven Rudolph Andrade
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Steven Rudolph Andrade
Santa Barbara , CA Criminal Law Attorney with 46 years of experience
211 Equestrian Ave
Santa Barbara , CA 93101
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Insurance Claims and Nursing Home
UC Davis School of Law King Hall
Andrade Law Offices is comprised of Lead Counsel and Owner, Steven R. Andrade and Associate Philip M. Green. Together they bring more than 50 years of combined legal expertise in the legal practice of Personal Injury, Criminal and DUI defense. Steven Andrade has been recognized by the National Trial Lawyers as one of the Top 100 Trial Lawyers in the State of California and is a member of Multi-Million Dollar Advocates. With thousands of trials to his credit, it is no wonder he is recognized with these prestigious recognitions. Steven R. Andrade is known as the lawyer that other lawyers...
Russell Alden Brown
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Russell Alden Brown
Santa Barbara, CA Criminal Law Attorney with 11 years of experience
(805) 635-7766 924 Anacapa Street
Suite 1-T
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfCriminal, DUI and Domestic Violence
Loyola Law School, Los Angeles and University of California - Davis
DUI and criminal defense attorney.

We are not a factory defense firm. Because we have fewer cases, we can devote more time to each client. Our services are reasonably priced and we do not overcharge for simple matters.

Customized Criminal Defense Solutions...because criminal defense is not "one-size-fits-all."

We listen to our clients' goals, then create customized criminal defense strategies in order to achieve them.
Our goal is to provide every client with high-quality criminal defense services.

We can guide you during this crisis so that it does not have a lasting impact on your life.
Robert Marshall Sanger
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Robert Marshall Sanger
Santa Barbara, CA Criminal Law Lawyer with 51 years of experience
(805) 962-4887 222 East Carrillo Street, Suite 300
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Free ConsultationCriminal, Appeals, Business and Civil Rights
University of California - Los Angeles
Criminal Defense Lawyer and Civil Litigator for over 40 years in Santa Barbara, California; Certified Criminal Law Specialist (The State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization); Past President of California Attorneys for Criminal Justice (CACJ).

Mr. Sanger has handled numerous high profile cases, death penalty and other homicide cases as well as complex criminal white collar and civil litigation in state and federal courts.

Mr. Sanger is also a Professor of Law and Forensic Science at the Santa Barbara College of Law and consults on forensic issues on a selected basis. He is an opponent of the death penalty...
William Carlos Makler
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William Carlos Makler
Santa Barbara, CA Criminal Law Attorney with 28 years of experience
(866) 435-7384 140 East Figueroa Street
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Free ConsultationCriminal and DUI
McGeorge School of Law Univ of the Pacific
30+ years in criminal justice. 21+ years in California as a criminal defense lawyer. Former law professor at Santa Barbara College of Law, taught evidence. Former Public Defender handling felonies. Frequent lecturer to students and lawyers about criminal justice and DUI. AVVO rated 10/Superb. Highest rating possible (A-V) by Martindale-Hubbell.
Rachel Bronwyn Eeles
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Rachel Bronwyn Eeles
Santa Barbara, CA Criminal Law Lawyer with 21 years of experience
(805) 324-4244 142 E Carrillo Street
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Free ConsultationCriminal and DUI
College of Law London and Exeter University
I have been a lawyer since 2003 and practiced predominately criminal defense since 2004. I am passionate about what I do and have a reputation for going the extra mile.
Luis Esparza
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Luis Esparza
Santa Barbara, CA Criminal Law Lawyer with 21 years of experience
(877) 618-8848 1129 State St
13
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Free ConsultationCriminal, Bankruptcy, DUI and White Collar Crime
Concord Law School and University of Southern California Gould School of Law
CA State Bar No. 229054 CA BRE No. 01394464 CA BSIS PSO No. 6905
Robert Francis Landheer
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Robert Francis Landheer
Santa Barbara, CA Criminal Law Lawyer with 43 years of experience
(805) 962-5103 924 Anacapa St.
Suite 1-T
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Criminal, Appeals, DUI and White Collar Crime
New College School of Law of California
Mr. Landheer first worked as an associate attorney in the early 80s with the Law Office of Richard Peterson in Mendocino County, California. He tried major felony cases and successfully exonerated his client in his first homicide trial. He also assisted his partner in preparing the defense in a capital case in neighboring Lake County. Additionally, he litigated and defended many marijuana cultivation cases and wrote appeals. In 1983, he moved to Santa Barbara and opened an office with his associate, former District Attorney of Mendocino County Joseph D. Allen. In 1985, he was invited to join the Santa...
Adam Pearlman
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Adam Pearlman
Santa Barbara, CA Criminal Law Lawyer with 31 years of experience
(805) 619-0282 735 State Street
Suite 217
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI and Domestic Violence
The George Washington University Law School
Attorney Pearlman is the founder of the criminal defense firm, the Law Offices of Adam L. Pearlman. He has been involved in the field of criminal law for more than 17 years, during which he has handled thousands of cases. Mr. Pearlman is a member of numerous associations including the Federal Bar Association, the California Attorneys for Criminal Justice, the National College of DUI Defense, and the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. He also is a former prosecutor, which now enables him to predict the actions that the opposing side may take, and he use this insight to build...
Anthony Alanis
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Anthony Alanis
Santa Barbara, CA Criminal Law Lawyer
(805) 245-0427 Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Divorce and Domestic Violence
California Southern Law School
I am an active member of the State Bar of California and have a passion for helping clients. Whether it be those facing criminal charges, DUI, Drug charges, Domestic Violence, Misdemeanors/Felonies, getting an expungement to clean your record. Or Family Law issues such as Divorce, Child Custody, Restraining Orders and the Hague Convention. I have had the opportunity to get great results for many of my clients. (805) 245-0427.
Dennis Gene Merenbach
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Dennis Gene Merenbach
Santa Barbara, CA Criminal Law Lawyer with 59 years of experience
(805) 963-4484 225 E Carrillo St
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Free ConsultationCriminal, Divorce, Personal Injury and Securities
Loyola Law School
The Law Firm of Dennis G. Merenbach is a full service law firm representing and advising clients in the many different areas of law. Mr. Merenbach's academic credential and professional experience are of the highest caliber. Mr. Merenbach is committed to the pursuit of excellence, communicate effectively, and demonstrate personal and professional ethics, as well as the utmost concern for my clients.
Nima Haddadi
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Nima Haddadi
Santa Barbara, CA Criminal Law Attorney with 15 years of experience
(805) 356-3777 1117 State St.
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Criminal and DUI
At The H Law Group, criminal defense is more than just a practice area—it's our passion. Our team is composed of former felony prosecutors, city-attorney clerks, and district-attorney law clerks who have experience on both sides of the courtroom. This unique insider perspective allows us to predict the government’s strategies, identify weaknesses in their cases, and outmaneuver even the most seasoned prosecutorial teams. Why do clients trust us? We have handled thousands of cases, from first-offense DUIs to complex homicide trials, and have consistently secured favorable outcomes such as dismissals, charge reductions, and "not-guilty" verdicts throughout California. From day one, we adopt...
Kimberly Ellen Abkin
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Kimberly Ellen Abkin
Santa Barbara, CA Criminal Law Lawyer with 29 years of experience
(805) 284-9732 P.O. Box 30748
Santa Barbara, CA 93130
Free ConsultationCriminal
Santa Barbara COL
Ian Morse
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Ian Morse
Santa Barbara, CA Criminal Law Lawyer with 26 years of experience
(805) 467-6060 209 E Anapamu St
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Criminal and DUI
Vanderbilt Univ School of Law
Molly Renee Appel
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Molly Renee Appel
Santa Barbara, CA Criminal Law Lawyer with 26 years of experience
(805) 467-6060 209 E Anapamu St
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Criminal and DUI
Southwestern Univ School of Law
Neil David Levinson
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Neil David Levinson
Santa Barbara, CA Criminal Law Attorney with 37 years of experience
(805) 963-2592 1933 Cliff Dr
Santa Barbara, CA 93109
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Personal Injury and Traffic Tickets
San Fernando Valley College of Law
Joshua Zane Webb
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Joshua Zane Webb
Santa Barbara, CA Criminal Law Attorney with 25 years of experience
(805) 453-5577 1035 Santa Barbara St, Ste. #7
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Criminal and Business
Seton Hall Univ School of Law
Former Deputy District Attorney in both Merced and Santa Barbara County. With close to 10 years of experience as a dedicated DA, I have now branched my experience into my own practice assisting people in defending their constitutional rights, and providing legal services in all other areas of the law.
William Lloyd Redell
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William Lloyd Redell
Solvang, CA Criminal Law Lawyer with 29 years of experience
(805) 350-0447 P.O. Box 871
Solvang, CA 93464
Criminal
Santa Barbara COL
William Redell is one of the most recognized and respected criminal defense attorneys on the Central Coast of California. For over 20 years, William has been successfully defending individuals charged with crimes. William Redell attended UCLA for his undergraduate studies, prior to attending law school at the Santa Barbara College of Law. Since becoming an attorney in 1996, William has worked as both a public defender, gaining years of valuable trial and negotiating experience, and also in private practice. William Redell has handled thousands of criminal cases on the Central Coast of California from the most basic to the most...
Darryl Wayne Genis
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Darryl Wayne Genis
Santa Barbara, CA Criminal Law Attorney with 44 years of experience
(805) 966-0812 3 W Carrillo St #203
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI and Personal Injury
Southwestern Univ School of Law
Practicing since December 1980 (40 years). Founding member of California DUI Lawyers Association (CDLA) and Specialist Member of CDLA. founding member of DUI Defense Lawyers Association (DUIDLA). The only California lawyer to secure a unanimous decision (7 in favor, 0 opposed) in a DUI case in the California Supreme Court (People v. McNeal, (2009) 46 Cal.4th 1183, changing the law on breath testing.
I have successfully jury tried over 1,100 DUI trials, including Felonies and Misdemeanors. My success rate is better than 93%. Nobody can perform better for you than I can perform.
If you are serious about getting the best...
Richard Addison Steele II
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Richard Addison Steele II
Santa Barbara, CA Criminal Law Lawyer with 27 years of experience
(805) 995-9368 1226 1/2 State St., Ste. 2
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Criminal, Domestic Violence and White Collar Crime
University of San Diego School of Law
Steve Robert Balash Jr
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Steve Robert Balash Jr
Santa Barbara, CA Criminal Law Attorney with 56 years of experience
(805) 962-0026 1215 De la Vina St
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Criminal and DUI
Univ of San Diego School of Law
Robert Ornstein
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Robert Ornstein
Santa Barbara, CA Criminal Law Lawyer with 53 years of experience
(805) 963-3299 226 E Canon Perdido St
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Criminal, Business and DUI
Brooklyn Law School
David Eugene Jones
Santa Barbara, CA Criminal Law Lawyer with 44 years of experience
(805) 685-3200 5425 Hollister Ave Ste 210
Santa Barbara, CA 93111
Criminal and Personal Injury
Western State University College of Law, Western State Univ COL and Western State University College of Law
Gregory Ian McMurray
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Gregory Ian McMurray
Santa Barbara, CA Criminal Law Attorney with 26 years of experience
(805) 965-3703 1035 Santa Barbara Street, 2nd Floor
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Criminal, Animal, DUI and Divorce
William & Mary Marshall-Wythe School of Law
Michael Terence Lyons
Santa Barbara, CA Criminal Law Lawyer with 21 years of experience
(805) 570-0269 2421 Calle Linares
Santa Barbara, CA 93109
Criminal, Appeals, Arbitration & Mediation and Business
Matthew James Long
Santa Barbara, CA Criminal Law Lawyer with 34 years of experience
(805) 254-4878 1114 State St
#222
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Criminal, Arbitration & Mediation, Divorce and Estate Planning
University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law
Michael Charles Berger
Santa Barbara, CA Criminal Law Lawyer with 51 years of experience
(805) 845-2180 435 Las Palmas Dr
Santa Barbara, CA 93110
Criminal and DUI
University of California, Davis, School of Law and UC Davis School of Law King Hall
Patrick J McKinley
Santa Barbara, CA Criminal Law Lawyer with 56 years of experience
(805) 969-2513 360 Ortega Ridge Rd
Santa Barbara, CA 93108
Criminal and DUI
Duquesne University School of Law, Duquesne Univ School of Law and Duquesne University School of Law
Cheryl Lynn Knoernschild-Wa
Montecito, CA Criminal Law Lawyer with 32 years of experience
(805) 729-1198 1539 Miramar Ln
200
Montecito, CA 93108
Criminal
Whittier Coll School of Law and Whittier Law School
Laini Millar Melnick
Santa Barbara, CA Criminal Law Lawyer with 37 years of experience
(805) 886-4953 1187 Coast Village Rd
STE 1-573
Santa Barbara, CA 93108
Criminal
Northeastern University School of Law
Nancy Duffy McCarron
Santa Barbara, CA Criminal Law Lawyer with 32 years of experience
(805) 965-3492 950 Roble Ln
Santa Barbara, CA 93103
Criminal and DUI
Santa Barbara COL
Lawrence Howard Golkin
Santa Barbara, CA Criminal Law Lawyer with 31 years of experience
(805) 403-9900 315 Bath St
11
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Criminal, DUI, Divorce and Family
University of California - Santa Barbara
Stephen Kerr Dunkle
Santa Barbara, CA Criminal Law Lawyer with 21 years of experience
(805) 962-4887 222 E Carrillo St
300
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Criminal and DUI
University of Southern California Gould School of Law
Barbara Ann Carroll
Santa Barbara, CA Criminal Law Lawyer with 27 years of experience
(805) 568-2950 105 E Anapamu St
RM 201
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Criminal
Lewis & Clark Coll Northwestern School of Law and Lewis & Clark Law School
Allen Anthony Bifano
Santa Barbara, CA Criminal Law Attorney with 24 years of experience
(805) 882-1307 928 Garden St
3
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Criminal and DUI
University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law
Roger Burton Lytel
Santa Barbara, CA Criminal Law Attorney with 31 years of experience
(805) 966-6806 225 E Carrillo St
#203
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Criminal, DUI and Personal Injury
Glendale Univ COL

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