Lamano Law Office - Oakland
420 3rd St Ste 250A, Oakland, CA 94607
Lamano Law Office is a Bay Area criminal defense firm representing people accused of misdemeanor, felony, DUI, and federal offenses. The firm handles domestic violence, drug crimes, theft, fraud and embezzlement, gun charges, sex offenses, violent crimes, probation violations, warrants, and white collar matters. It also assists clients with expungements and DUI-related DMV proceedings. With offices in Oakland, Alameda, Walnut Creek, and San Jose, the firm serves clients throughout Northern California.
Lamano Law Office was founded by Givelle Lamano, a state and federal criminal defense attorney who represents first-time offenders, immigrants, professionals, and people with prior involvement in the court system. The firm’s current team includes eight attorneys and uses a structured case-review process designed to identify factual and legal weaknesses in police investigations. Its approach emphasizes preparation, direct communication, and careful evaluation of potential defenses from the beginning of a criminal case.
Lamano Law Office represents clients at multiple stages of the criminal process, including investigations, arraignments, pretrial proceedings, negotiations, motions, trials, and post-conviction record clearing. Its DUI practice addresses first and repeat offenses, felony DUI, underage DUI, commercial-driver cases, chemical-test refusals, and DMV hearings. The firm also handles federal drug trafficking, drug manufacturing, and gun cases while considering employment, licensing, immigration, and reputational consequences that may arise from criminal charges.
Lamano Law Office combines criminal defense advocacy with a stated commitment to community involvement and social justice. Founder Givelle Lamano has been recognized by Super Lawyers and the National Trial Lawyers and previously founded the Three Strikes Justice Center, a nonprofit focused on resentencing and prison-related justice issues. The firm also supports Bay Area organizations serving formerly incarcerated people and other justice-impacted communities while helping clients understand their rights, legal options, and possible paths toward resolution.