Superior Law Center operates from 2667 Camino del Rio South #304-1, San Diego, CA 92108, providing criminal defense and DUI representation throughout San Diego County with attorney Erik Friis leading the practice since 1999. The firm specializes in DUI defense including multiple offenses and felony DUI charges, drug crimes from possession to trafficking, sex crimes, violent crimes including assault and murder, theft offenses, federal crimes, weapons charges, probation violations, and expungements. Erik Friis has achieved over 2000 case victories during his 27-year career and maintains relationships with San Diego judges, prosecutors, and court personnel. The firm offers 24/7 availability at (619) 743-9130 with free consultations and focuses exclusively on defense law. Superior Law Center handles cases ranging from first-time DUI offenses with penalties of 48 hours to six months jail time and fines of $360-$1000, to serious felonies including those subject to California’s Three Strikes Rule. The practice serves all San Diego courts and provides jail visits, working to get charges dropped, reduced to wet and reckless, or dismissed entirely through challenging evidence like breathalyzer calibration and police procedures.
Criminal Defense Attorneys
Hathaway Holland Law Firm operates from 3811 Consolidation Avenue, Bellingham, WA 98229, providing bankruptcy, criminal defense, and family law services as a local family-run practice with 35 years combined experience. Steven Hathaway founded the practice in 1995, helping thousands of Bellingham community members, now joined by his daughter Kelsey Hathaway and her husband Jacob Holland in 2022. The criminal defense practice handles felony, misdemeanor, and DUI charges with Kelsey and Jacob bringing experience as former public defenders in San Diego, California, fighting to protect clients from government prosecution. They have handled every type of case from public intoxication to murder, defending clients through every step of the criminal process while protecting liberty and constitutional rights. The seasoned team combines Steven’s decades of practice in Northwest Washington with Kelsey and Jacob’s skills as successful trial attorneys experienced against tough prosecutors. Available at (360) 788-4810 or [email protected], the firm treats clients like family, providing a team of attorneys dedicated to achieving favorable outcomes when it matters most in criminal defense matters.
Blair Defense Criminal Lawyers serves the Hillcrest neighborhood of San Diego from 225 Broadway Suite 1740, San Diego, CA 92101, providing experienced criminal defense for over a decade. Lead attorney Peter Blair has earned recognition including National Trial Lawyers Top 100 Attorneys and Top 40 Under 40, maintaining a perfect 10/10 Avvo rating. The firm specializes in domestic violence cases involving physical, emotional, or psychological abuse within intimate relationships, DUI charges that can result in license suspension and jail time, sex crimes including rape and sexual assault, and drug offenses ranging from possession to trafficking. Federal crime defense covers money laundering, mail fraud, identity theft, and more serious offenses like espionage. The practice also handles gun crimes and self-defense cases throughout San Diego County. With extensive experience in Hillcrest’s diverse community and LGBTQ hub, the firm provides aggressive representation while working toward charge dismissals or reductions through negotiations. Contact Blair Defense at (619) 357-4977 for a free consultation with attorneys who understand local court systems.
Law Office of George H. Ramos, Jr. operates from 427 C Street Suite 306 in San Diego, California 92101, where attorney Ramos leverages over 20 years experience as a former prosecutor to defend clients throughout San Diego County. The bilingual practice handles criminal defense matters including domestic violence, restraining orders, expungements, juvenile dependency/CPS cases, drug crimes, DUI, assault, theft, fraud and sex crimes defense, with Ramos personally managing cases from arraignment through trial. Attorney George Ramos, supported by associates Denise Jurez and Jordyn Ramos, maintains strong relationships with local judges and prosecutors while providing English-Spanish legal services to ensure clear communication with all clients. The firm specializes in negotiating plea agreements, fashioning deals for minimal punishment, and mounting strong courtroom defenses when cases proceed to trial, available at (619) 231-1830 or toll-free (877) 445-5505. Drawing on prosecutorial insight into how cases are built and negotiated, Ramos advocates for clients ranging from first-time offenders to those facing serious felony charges, offering free initial consultations to develop personalized defense strategies.
KG Law SD, APC operates from 427 C Street Suite 306 in San Diego, California 92101, where attorney Kenan Gultekin provides criminal defense with over a decade of experience, having tried 35+ jury cases, available at 619-255-7549. The practice handles all criminal matters from DUIs to drug sales, child abuse to molestation, assault to domestic violence, and attempted murder to homicide, with experience in state court, federal court, immigration court, DMV hearings, and traffic court throughout San Diego. Attorney Gultekin specializes in criminal defense, DUI representation, expungements, warrant recalls, and probation violations, promising to fight for clients’ freedom while defending rights and advocating for justice. The firm offers comprehensive criminal defense for those arrested or charged, emphasizing that the attorney is not afraid of trials or law enforcement and will stand up for clients’ liberty. All inquiries are treated as privileged communications with confidentiality maintained, providing peace of mind that cases are handled by an attorney with extensive knowledge of San Diego’s criminal justice system who fights for the best possible outcomes.
Law Offices of Michael Anthony Hernandez provides federal and state criminal defense from 402 W Broadway Suite 1270, San Diego, CA 92101, with nearly 20 years of experience serving clients throughout California. Michael Anthony Hernandez specializes in federal crimes including drug transportation, possession for sale, distribution, importation, alien smuggling, firearms offenses, wire fraud, securities fraud, and bank fraud, as well as state charges ranging from infractions to felonies. The firm offers post-conviction relief services including expungements to help clients clear their criminal records. As a member of the San Diego Criminal Defense Bar Association and Board of Governors for California Attorneys for Criminal Justice, the practice provides high-quality representation with 24/7 availability at (619) 341-3149. The firm emphasizes personalized service, being available nights, weekends and holidays to answer questions and alleviate stress for clients facing criminal charges. Services include handling misdemeanors with typical 4-month timelines, felonies with 6-month processes, and complex appeals that review trial court proceedings for legal compliance, with Spanish-language assistance available.
Law Office of Michael C. MacNeil at 10620 Treena Street Suite 230, San Diego, CA 92131 provides dual-focused representation in family law and criminal defense with over twenty years trial experience. Attorney Michael MacNeil, former criminal prosecutor who experienced personal divorce proceedings, handles child custody disputes, military divorces, restraining orders, domestic violence charges, DUI defense, juvenile matters, expungements, and Second Amendment violations. The firm represents clients facing homicide charges, felony prosecutions, misdemeanor offenses, assault and battery allegations while managing adoptions, estate planning, paternity issues, and spousal support modifications. Available at (858) 922-7098 with extended hours including weekends, the practice offers remote legal services, reasonable fees avoiding unnecessary billable hours, and personalized attention throughout San Diego County. Mr. MacNeil defends against civil harassment allegations, handles asset division, deferred home sales, and provides comprehensive criminal defense for charges affecting family dynamics and parental rights.
Monder Criminal Lawyer Group maintains its primary office at 424 F Street, San Diego, California 92101, providing criminal defense throughout San Diego County at 619-405-0063. The firm, founded by the late Vik Monder who passed in 2022, continues his legacy with attorneys holding advanced degrees including masters in criminal defense law. They handle violent crimes including murder and assault with deadly weapons, domestic violence, sex offenses requiring registration, drug charges from possession to trafficking, and DUI cases. The practice defends clients facing theft crimes, white-collar offenses, weapons charges, and federal criminal matters in courts from Chula Vista to Vista. Serving areas including Downtown San Diego, La Jolla, Del Mar, Carlsbad, and El Cajon, the firm offers twenty-four-hour availability year-round. They specialize in military criminal defense for service members stationed in San Diego, handle expungements, and provide representation at DMV hearings. The firm maintains a reputation for taking difficult cases others decline and achieving dismissals, acquittals, and reduced charges.
Law Office of Ernest Acevedo III is a criminal defense law firm located in San Antonio, Texas at 222 South Flores, San Antonio, TX 78204, reachable at 210-226-5656. The firm specializes in criminal defense matters and offers free consultations to potential clients. Founded by former judge Ernest Acevedo Junior in 1976, the firm is now overseen by his son Ernest Acevedo III, who graduated from Harvard Law School and was admitted to the Texas bar in 1994. With over 30 years of defense experience, Ernest Acevedo III has been recognized as a Super Lawyer and has successfully argued cases with more than 250 jury verdicts under his belt. He previously served as president of the Mexican American Bar Association from 1997 to 1998 and president of the San Antonio Criminal Defense Lawyers Association from 2002 to 2003. The firm has been serving clients for over 45 years as a family firm, treating clients like family and fighting for their rights throughout the legal process.
Ernest Acevedo Law Group handles a wide range of criminal defense cases including assault, drug crimes, DWI, federal crimes, sex crimes, theft and burglary, violent crimes, weapon crimes, and white-collar crimes. Ernest Acevedo III is licensed in the Western District of Texas and represents people charged with federal crimes in South Texas. The firm also offers additional services such as expungement, petitions for non-disclosure, and assistance in obtaining occupational driver’s licenses. With his extensive experience as a frequent speaker at attorney CLEs for over a quarter century, Ernest Acevedo III teaches other lawyers about criminal trial laws. The firm emphasizes its litigation experience, offering free initial consultations, and maintains a proven track record with a caring and devoted approach to client representation. Operating from their San Antonio office, they provide sound legal advice at every stage of cases, from initial investigation through trial proceedings, with an unyielding determination to protect clients’ constitutional rights.
Christian & Nisbet is a criminal defense law firm located at 1800 McCullough Avenue, San Antonio, TX 78212, reachable at 210-224-5010 with free consultations available. The firm operates Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM with after-hours and weekend appointments available by request. Led by attorneys David Christian and Thom Nisbet, along with Fred Casillas, the practice specializes in high-stakes, complex criminal defense cases. The firm operates as a strategic defense practice that navigates lives through crisis, providing comprehensive criminal defense services with elite prosecutorial experience combined with personalized client service.
The law firm handles various criminal defense matters including DWI cases covering first-time and repeat charges, ALR hearings, and commercial license issues, drug crimes involving possession, manufacturing, trafficking, and federal drug offenses, assault crimes ranging from misdemeanor assault to aggravated assault and manslaughter, white collar crimes including embezzlement, identity theft, and wire fraud, family violence cases, sex crimes, federal crimes, and investigations. Christian & Nisbet emphasizes strategic counsel for individuals facing serious legal, professional, and personal consequences, understanding that reputation, career, and future are on the line. The attorneys bring decades of combined experience with insight from both prosecutorial and defense perspectives, ensuring clients work directly with the attorneys rather than being passed to associates.