Top Criminal Defense Lawyers From California

In California, criminal charges—from DUI and drug offenses to theft, assault, or white-collar crimes—can bring serious legal and personal consequences. With complex laws and high-stakes outcomes, you need smart, aggressive representation that understands the system and your rights. Whether you’re in Los Angeles, the Bay Area, or beyond, having a strong defense matters. Explore a handpicked list of top-rated criminal defense attorneys across California—seasoned professionals known for bold advocacy, strategic thinking, and a relentless focus on protecting your future.

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David L. Faulkner
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense
Practice Areas: Car Accidents, Child Abuse & Neglect, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence, Drug Crime, Expungement, Identity Theft, ...
Jerry Nicholson
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense
Practice Areas: Child Abuse & Neglect, DUI & DWI, Drug Crime, Expungement, Sex Crime, White Collar Crime
Kelly Quinn
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense, Health Care
Practice Areas: Appeals, Child Abuse & Neglect, Credit Card Fraud, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence, Drug Crime, Gun Law, ...
Jilbert Tahmazian
Legal Specialization: Business, Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Real Estate
Practice Areas: Assault And Battery, Contracts And Agreements, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence, Drug Crime, Expungement, Gun Law, ...
Bill Washam
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Drug Crime, Sex Crime, Speeding And Traffic Ticket, Violent Crime, White Collar Crime
Lisa J. Damiani
Legal Specialization: Civil Rights, Criminal Defense, Employment
Practice Areas: Child Abuse & Neglect, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence, Drug Crime, Employee Benefits, Litigation, White Collar Crime
James Mendez
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense
Practice Areas: Assault And Battery, DUI & DWI, Drug Crime, Expungement, Identity Theft, Juvenile, Sex Crime, ...
John W. Thornton
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense
Practice Areas: Assault And Battery, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence, Drug Crime, Expungement, Gun Law, Speeding And Traffic Ticket, ...
Jan Lawrence Handzlik
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense
Practice Areas: Corporate, Federal Crime, Litigation, White Collar Crime
Jihad M. Smaili
Legal Specialization: Civil Rights, Criminal Defense, Employment, Personal Injury
Practice Areas: Discrimination, Employee Benefits, Litigation, Sexual Harassment
Stefano L. Molea
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Drug Crime, Federal Crime, Juvenile, Sex Crime, Violent Crime, White Collar Crime
Scott Taylor
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense
Practice Areas: Administrative, Asylum, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence, Drug Crime, Military Law, Sexual Harassment, ...
Jamey Dolowich

Jamey Dolowich

  • Taylor & Dolowich, A Professional Law Corporation
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense
Practice Areas: Assault And Battery, DUI & DWI, Drug Crime, Sex Crime, Violent Crime, White Collar Crime
Kevin G. Little
Legal Specialization: Civil Rights, Criminal Defense, Employment, Lawsuits and Disputes, Personal Injury
Practice Areas: Alternative Dispute Resolution, Appeals, Car Accidents, Constitutional, Discrimination, Federal Crime, Litigation, ...
Bicka Barlow
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense
Practice Areas: Violent Crime
Ugo Lord

Ugo Lord

  • Derek Lord LLC
  • Influence Lawyers LLP
  • Red Sapphire P.C.
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense, Family
J Francisco Karwash
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense
Practice Areas: Assault And Battery, Cannabis Law, DUI & DWI, Drug Crime, Expungement, Federal Crime, Juvenile, ...
John J. Bartko
Legal Specialization: Civil Rights, Criminal Defense, Intellectual Property, Lawsuits and Disputes
Practice Areas: Copyright, Litigation, Patent, Trademark, White Collar Crime
Mark Werksman
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense, Health Care
Practice Areas: Appeals, Child Abuse & Neglect, Credit Card Fraud, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence, Drug Crime, Gun Law, ...
Daniel Rubin
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense
Practice Areas: Banking & Finance, Child Support, Domestic Violence, Drug Crime, Expungement, Federal Crime, Juvenile, ...
Kate Corrigan
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence, Drug Crime, Federal Crime, Sex Crime, White Collar Crime
Karen L. Goldstein
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense
Practice Areas: Appeals, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence, Drug Crime, Sex Crime, Violent Crime
Daniel J King
Legal Specialization: Bankruptcy, Criminal Defense, Real Estate
Practice Areas: Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Landlord Or Tenant
Karen M. Sosa
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense, Health Care
Practice Areas: Appeals, Child Abuse & Neglect, Credit Card Fraud, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence, Drug Crime, Gun Law, ...
Daniel Perlman
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense
Practice Areas: Child Abuse & Neglect, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence, Drug Crime, Expungement, Juvenile, Science & Technology, ...

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