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James Thomas Reilly
James Thomas Reilly
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San Jose, CA Criminal Law Lawyer with 44 years experience

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Edward A. Kraus
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San Jose, CA Criminal Law Attorney with 27 years experience

Santa Clara University School of Law and University of California - BerkeleyCalifornia
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Javier Demetrio Rios
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San Jose, CA Criminal Law Lawyer with 31 years experience
(408) 478-4444 1010 West Taylor Street
 San Jose, CA 95126
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Domestic Violence and White Collar Crime
Univ of Michigan Law Sch and University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
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100% Defense -Criminal Law Only -Award Winning Attorney -Over 25 years of experience in Santa Clara County Courts -Extensive trial experience, everything from high profile murder cases to misdemeanor DUIs -Work has been featured on the front page of San Jose Mercury News -Bilingual (Spanish) One Dedicated Lawyer: I work hard because I want the best possible results. Sometimes a case that looked impossible at first, gets better if I work hard enough.
Mr. Nafiz M. Ahmed
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San Jose, CA Criminal Law Attorney with 14 years experience
(408) 217-8818 1922 The Alameda
Suite 201
 San Jose, CA 95126
Criminal, DUI, Domestic Violence and White Collar Crime
Santa Clara Univ School of Law
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Thomas Nicholas Cvietkovich
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San Jose, CA Criminal Law Lawyer with 13 years experience
(408) 625-1130 111 N. Market Street
Suite 300
 San Jose, CA 95113
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Domestic Violence and Family
Santa Clara University School of Law
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Mr. Cvietkovich is very well-connected in the Bay Area being a 6th generation resident of San Jose. He currently works in the same building where his great-uncle had a law practice from the 1960s to the 1980s. Mr. Cvietkovich has handled over 3000 cases in his career and he uses his vast experience to aggressively defend his clients. Mr. Cvietkovich is a member of the Santa Clara County Bar Association and the California Public Defender’s Association. To find out about our flexible and affordable payment options or to receive a free consultation, please contact us today at 408-625-1130.
Lucy Stearns McAllister
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San Jose, CA Criminal Law Lawyer with 31 years experience
(877) 280-9944 255 N Market St
 San Jose, CA 95110
Criminal, Administrative, DUI and Domestic Violence
Santa Clara University
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The Law Offices of Lucy S. McAllister is a California-based administrative law, licensing law and criminal law practice providing legal services for clients in California. Attorney McAllister has successfully won over 250 Superior Court trials as a Defense Attorney.With 30+ years experience as a civil and criminal attorney.

She specializes in the following areas of law:

Licensing Law :
Pre-hearing resolution of licensing issues, Administrative Hearings, Administrative Appeals, License Applications, Legal Advice, Handling License Criminal Disclosures (Applications, Renewals, Reinstatements), criminal record expungement.

Criminal Law:
Restraining orders, DUI charges and convictions, Domestic Violence, Sex Charges, Strikes Charges, Assault and Battery, Theft and Fraud,...
James Thomas Reilly
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(866) 251-4506 2570 N. 1st Street, 2nd Floor
 San Jose, CA 95131
Free ConsultationSan Jose, CA Criminal Law Lawyer with 44 years experience
Criminal, DUI, Domestic Violence and White Collar Crime
Pepperdine Univ School of Law
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Summit Defense is the Bay Area's premiere Criminal Defense Firm. We have gathered an experienced team of attorneys with over 120 years of combined and diverse experience and background that works together to get you the best results. Call to speak with an attorney now.
Steven Edward Springer
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San Jose, CA Criminal Law Lawyer with 23 years experience
(888) 490-9852 95 South Market Street, Ste. 300
 San Jose, CA 95113
Free ConsultationCriminal, Business, Employment and White Collar Crime
Santa Clara University
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Help small to medium size companies navigate through a wide variety of legal challenges: formation, funding, governmental impediments, operational legal planning, merger and acquisition, employee relations, and labor compliance. All with the goal of litigation avoidance. Litigation in all California state courts and the Northern and Eastern U.S. District Courts of California.
Wesley J. Schroeder
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San Jose, CA Criminal Law Lawyer
(408) 277-0377 181 Devine Street
 San Jose, CA 95110
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Domestic Violence and Juvenile
University of California - Davis
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While I was always interested in a legal career as I grew up and went through my years of education, it was not until I became quite involved in the civil rights movement during the 1960’s that I really began to understand how absolutely vital it was to protect the individual rights of citizens. This is especially true for persons charged with a criminal offense. People ask how I can represent “guilty” people, or those persons accused of serious crimes. The fact is I am proud and honored to do so because I deeply believe in the principles of...
Erik Steven Johnson
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San Jose, CA Criminal Law Attorney with 12 years experience
(408) 246-3004 247 N. Third Street
 San Jose, CA 95112
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Domestic Violence and Family
Santa Clara Univ School of Law
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Erik Steven Johnson is a dedicated criminal defense attorney with a unique passion for defending the legal rights of his clients. His particular legal experience includes, but is not limited to: driving under the influence (DUI), domestic violence, hit-and-run accidents, drug-related offenses, theft (both petty and grand), and sex crimes, among many more. He is committed to providing the best legal representation to his clients, and maintains a high percentage of client satisfaction, thanks, in part, to being detail oriented.

Mr. Johnson is an honors-scholarship graduate from Saint Mary's College, where he received a bachelor's degree in political theory. He has...
William Austin Chestnut Jr
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San Jose, CA Criminal Law Lawyer with 42 years experience
(408) 298-6990 4020 Moorpark Ave., Ste. 214
 San Jose, CA 95117
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI and Domestic Violence
Santa Clara Univ School of Law
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Having practiced criminal defense for 40 years, I have considerable trial skills and knowledge of how the system works. Before becoming an attorney, I worked seven years as a probation officer. I am very knowledgeable about people, am personable and empathetic. I have spoken Spanish for over 50 years, and many of my clients are Latino.
Richard Alan Wingerden
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San Jose, CA Criminal Law Attorney with 17 years experience
(408) 564-5870 777 N 1st
Suite 333
 San Jose, CA 95112
Criminal, DUI, Domestic Violence and White Collar Crime
Lincoln Law Sch of San Jose
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Richard Wingerden will handle every client's matter personally, professionally, and with a great degree of dedication. All of his clients receive the attention they need whether accused of criminal wrong doing, need peace of mind in drafting of a will and trust, or need business advice or drafting of a contract. With many years as a practicing litigation attorney, Mr. Wingerden has exceptional skill in client advocacy, negotiating, investigating, analyzing, critically reviewing, and resolving minor criminal offense to complex and serious felonies. Mr. Wingerden has an expert understanding of the criminal justice system and proven ability to understand all...
Albie Jachimowicz
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San Jose, CA Criminal Law Lawyer with 37 years experience
(800) 576-4210 1530 The Alameda
Suite 115
 San Jose, CA 95126
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI and Personal Injury
Santa Clara Univ School of Law
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Albie Jachimowicz, a former police officer in San Mateo County, was admitted to the State Bar in 1982 and has been both a winning criminal and civil trial lawyer for several years since that time. He has tried a wide variety of cases in State and Federal court, including murder cases. He graduated Magna Cum Laude from California State University at Sacramento and received his law degree from Santa Clara Law School. In his free time, Mr. Jachimowicz races in both road and off-road bicycle races and is one of the most experienced attorneys in California for dealing with...
Caitlin Jachimowicz
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San Jose, CA Criminal Law Lawyer with 9 years experience
(800) 576-4210 1530 The Alameda
Suite 115
 San Jose, CA 95126
Criminal
Santa Clara University
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Caitlin Robinett Jachimowicz is a graduate of Santa Clara University School of Law in Santa Clara, California, where she received a certificate in Public Interest and Social Justice Law. She also served as the Student Bar Association President and participated in various organizations and community service groups throughout law school. Mrs. Jachimowicz was awarded the Student Leader of the Year award in 2010 and was awarded scholarships from the NAACP and Santa Clara Law Alumni Association for her pro bono and volunteer work with underprivileged communities. Mrs. Jachimowicz was featured in the Santa Clara Law and Undergraduate magazines for her...
Thomas Frederick Mueller
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San Jose, CA Criminal Law Lawyer with 49 years experience
(408) 673-9140 95 South Market Street
Suite 300
 San Jose, CA 95113
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Traffic Tickets and White Collar Crime
University of Illinois - Chicago
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Daniel Jensen
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San Jose, CA Criminal Law Lawyer with 37 years experience
(408) 648-2399 2007 W Hedding St #104
 San Jose, CA 95128
Criminal, DUI, Divorce and Family
Lincoln University
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Daniel Jensen has truly established himself as a top lawyer in Santa Clara County. In fact, Jensen has been selected five times by the San Jose Magazine as one of Silicon Valley's Best Lawyers in Criminal Law and Family Law. As a former police officer and sergeant, Jensen has great knowledge when it comes to effectively defending his clients in state and federal courts. If you or a loved one are in need of legal guidance, Daniel Jensen may be able help. Learn more by calling the The Law Office of Daniel Jensen, P.C. at (408) 296-4100.
Alexander Cross
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San Jose, CA Criminal Law Lawyer with 10 years experience
(800) 862-7677 111 N. Market St.
Suite 300
 San Jose, CA 95113
Criminal, DUI, Traffic Tickets and White Collar Crime
University of San Francisco School of Law
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Mr. Cross is an expert in the field of criminal law. Mr. Cross will fight more aggressively than anyone to bring you the best outcome possible. His name brings chills to prosecutors, as evidenced by never losing a trial out of over 1,500 cases. He passionately cares about defending his clients and does everything within his power to help them. Having attended the University of California, Berkeley for Undergraduate studies, he received a B.A. in Legal Studies. He subsequently attended the prestigious San Francisco Law School to receive his J.D. He is a member of many associations, including...
Joshua R. Jachimowicz
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San Jose, CA Criminal Law Lawyer with 8 years experience
(408) 246-5500 1530 The Alameda
Suite 115
 San Jose, CA 95126
Criminal, DUI, Domestic Violence and Personal Injury
Santa Clara University School of Law and Santa Clara University School of Law
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Joshua Robinett Jachimowicz was admitted to the State Bar in 2011. Mr. Jachimowicz began working with his father's firm as a law clerk while attending law school. He graduated the University of California at Santa Barbara with a bachelor's degree in Physics. Like his father, he received his law degree from the Santa Clara University School of Law. While at Santa Clara, he received honors for his academic efforts in Wills and Trusts, Employment Discrimination and Trial Techniques classes. As a young attorney, he has handled numerous criminal matters, including petty thefts, drug offenses, and DUIs. Mr. Jachimowicz recently married...
Harjot Walia
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San Jose, CA Criminal Law Attorney
(800) 379-9330 152 N. 3rd St
Suite 710
 San Jose, CA 95112
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Domestic Violence and Immigration
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Founder of The Walia Law Firm, Harjot "Ginny" Walia has handled numerous cases throughout the criminal courts of the greater San Francisco Bay Area. San Francisco criminal defense attorney, Harjot "Ginny" Walia, has achieved a very high level of success in a relatively short period of time. The firm has reached great heights due to Ms. Walia’s extensive jury trial record, brilliant mind, competitive attitude and a willingness to fight for her clients. She has handled hundreds of criminal cases as a San Francisco Public Defender and in private practice. Federal criminal defense attorney, Ginny Walia has commented as an...
Nicholas Garrett Emanuel
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San Jose, CA Criminal Law Attorney with 14 years experience
(408) 288-8100 125 S. Market Street
Suite 1200
 San Jose, CA 95113
Criminal, Business and DUI
Santa Clara Univ School of Law
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Committed to providing cost effective, result-oriented legal representation for clients throughout the Bay Area.
Diego MacWilliam
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San Jose, CA Criminal Law Lawyer with 26 years experience
(408) 298-6204 1625 The Alameda, Suite 800
 San Jose, CA 95126
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Divorce and Family
Santa Clara Univ School of Law
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Litigation / Trial practice. Fluent in Spanish. 25 years experience.
Holden Green
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San Jose, CA Criminal Law Attorney with 19 years experience
111 North Market
Tower 2, Suite 300
 San Jose, CA 95113
Criminal
National Univ School of Law
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Adam Allen Arant
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San Jose, CA Criminal Law Attorney with 12 years experience
(408) 680-2763 2131 The Alameda
Suite C
 San Jose, CA 95126
Criminal
U.C. Davis School of Law
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Steven Hideki Nakano
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San Jose, CA Criminal Law Lawyer with 38 years experience
(408) 998-1985 161 N Jackson Ave, Suite 200
 San Jose, CA 95116
Free ConsultationCriminal
U of San Francisco School of Law
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I was born in Berkeley, California and raised in Los Altos, California. My Father, George H. Nakano was a low energy nuclear physicist, who worked for Lockheed Missiles and Space for his entire career as an experimental physicist. His main project was called, "The Winkler Project." My Mother is Fumiko Nakano. She raised 4 boys.
I attended Almond Elementary School, Covington Jr. High School, and Los Altos High School. I was very active in school. I played music, all sports, and was Student...
Patrick Coughlin
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San Jose, CA Criminal Law Lawyer with 10 years experience
(408) 444-5298 1885 The Alameda
Suite 110
 San Jose, CA 95126
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI and Traffic Tickets
Santa Clara University School of Law
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I am a dedicated criminal defense attorney who has handled every type of violation imaginable, from parking tickets to serious felonies. I strive to work toward the best resolution for my clients while keeping them informed and doing my best to meet or exceed their expectations. I am originally from Southern California, but have practiced throughout the Bay Area and its surrounding courts for over 5 years. I have experience as a public defender so I am confident managing stressful situations and working with many different types of clients.
Mark Walter Hostetter
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San Jose, CA Criminal Law Lawyer with 17 years experience
181 Devine Street
 San Jose, CA 95110
Criminal, Business, Employment and Personal Injury
UCLA School of Law
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Attorney Mark Hostetter has earned a reputation for creatively using complex law as a means to solve problems and achieve his clients' goals. Mr. Hostetter is proud to note that many of his clients are small business owners, immigrants, and people with disabilities asserting their civil rights. Mr. Hostetter is able to keep fees reasonable as an independent practitioner. However, we also have a network of top attorneys with whom we may associate if a case is unusually complex or goes all the way to trial, as in our recent discrimination case against the U.S. Department...
Charles Michael Mesirow
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San Jose, CA Criminal Law Lawyer with 47 years experience
(408) 256-2979 160 W. Santa Clara Street
Suite 1180
 San Jose, CA 95113
Criminal and DUI
California Western School of Law
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Edward A. Kraus
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San Jose, CA Criminal Law Attorney with 27 years experience
(408) 573-5700 One North Market St.
Suite 200
 San Jose, CA 95113
Criminal, Business, Employment and Environmental
Santa Clara University School of Law and University of California - Berkeley
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James E Dunn
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San Jose, CA Criminal Law Attorney with 22 years experience
2033 Gateway Place, 5th Floor
 San Jose, CA 95110
Criminal and DUI
Loyola Law School, Los Angeles
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Are you looking for a Redwood City criminal defense attorney? You have come to the right place! At Law Office of James Dunn, you can have confidence in the representation you can receive when you come to this firm. Attorney Dunn has dealt with a wide variety of criminal charges, and he has a thorough understanding of the criminal process. He is knowledgeable, experienced, and committed to fighting for you and the resolution that is in your best interests, and you can have confidence in the support you can receive when you come to this law firm. Whatever the specifics...
Julian Jacob Carash
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Stockton, CA Criminal Law Attorney with 15 years experience
(888) 612-4747 The Carash Law Firm
6 S. El Dorado #335
 Stockton, CA 95111
Criminal, Family and Personal Injury
Santa Clara Univ School of Law
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Eben Lee Kurtzman
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San Jose, CA Criminal Law Attorney with 30 years experience
(408) 295-2105 1131 Park Ave
 San Jose, CA 95126
Free ConsultationCriminal, Animal, Arbitration & Mediation and DUI
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Based out of Santa Clara County, The Law Office of Eben L. Kurtzman has been providing reliable legal advice and representation in criminal law defense and personal injury prosecution cases for over two decades. Eben has handled over one thousand cases and has had more than fifty jury trials. His practice is centered on the idea that the client is the most important part of any case, and that a straight-forward, honest approach is the best way to succeed. He will give you a realistic, honest assessment of your case. He encourages all of his clients to ask questions and...
Guyton Nyseth Jinkerson
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San Jose, CA Criminal Law Lawyer with 49 years experience
(408) 297-8555 510 N 3rd St
 San Jose, CA 95112
Criminal
Golden Gate Univ School of Law
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Shari Sukaram
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San Jose, CA Criminal Law Attorney
(408) 217-8818 1922 The Alameda Suite 201
 San Jose, CA 95126
Criminal, DUI and Domestic Violence
University of California - Hastings College of the Law
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I am owner/partner of Ahmed and Sukaram, Attorneys at Law. We represent adult and juvenile individuals accused of felony, misdemeanor and infraction offenses across the San Francisco Bay Area. We are a team of two highly motivated, skilled and intelligent lawyers who successfully defend clients accused of DUI/DWI, Domestic Violence, Drug Crimes, Federal Crimes, White Collar Crimes, Violent Crimes, & Weapons Offenses. Please visit our website at www.ahmedandsukaram.com for a complete listing of our practice areas and call us today at: (650) 299-0500. I look forward to speaking with you.
Robert Alan Preskill
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San Jose, CA Criminal Law Lawyer with 17 years experience
(408) 831-0100 1671 The Alameda, #309
 San Jose, CA 95126
Criminal
Univ of Illinois COL
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Ronald A. Cabanayan
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San Jose, CA Criminal Law Lawyer with 5 years experience
(408) 396-7417 31 N. Second Street
Suite 320
 San Jose, CA 95113
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Domestic Violence and Immigration
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Kirk Wincote Elliott
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San Jose, CA Criminal Law Lawyer with 30 years experience
(408) 275-9800 10 Almaden Blvd
 San Jose, CA 95113
Criminal, Administrative and DUI
Santa Clara Univ School of Law
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John H. Hinkle
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San Jose, CA Criminal Law Attorney with 43 years experience
(408) 246-5500 2007 W Hedding St, Suite 100
 San Jose, CA 95128
Criminal, Animal, DUI and White Collar Crime
Lincoln University
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Alison Sara Minet Adams
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San Jose, CA Criminal Law Lawyer with 36 years experience
(408) 333-9622 2570 N 1st Street
2nd Floor
 San Jose, CA 95131
Criminal
Loyola Law School
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Michael Daniel Rehm
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San Jose, CA Criminal Law Attorney with 13 years experience
(408) 489-2007 2880 Zanker Road
 San Jose, CA 95134
Criminal
McGeorge School of Law Univ of the Pacific
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James Anthony Dal Bon
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San Jose, CA Criminal Law Attorney with 27 years experience
(408) 466-5845 606 N. 1st Street
 San Jose, CA 95112
Criminal
U of San Francisco School of Law
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Thomas Vincent Kelley
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San Jose, CA Criminal Law Attorney with 47 years experience
(877) 211-8262 96 N. 3rd St.
Suite 500
 San Jose, CA 95112
Criminal, DUI, Domestic Violence and White Collar Crime
Santa Clara Univ School of Law
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Vijay Dinakar
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San Jose, CA Criminal Law Lawyer with 11 years experience
(408) 313-5607 2 North First Street
Suite 310
 San Jose, CA 95113
Criminal
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