Law Office of Laura Robinson operates from Oakland, California, where attorney Laura Robinson has been defending clients since 1988, with private practice established in 2004. Laura can be reached at 510-384-8563 or [email protected] for consultations regarding criminal and professional license defense matters throughout California. With over thirty years of experience winning cases, Laura has extensive case experience covering murder, theft, RICO, fraud, weapons, and DUI charges, securing acquittals on rape, arson, kidnapping, DUI, sales, and possession offenses. She has successfully obtained dismissals in serious cases including murder, rape, and domestic violence charges, bringing expertise from her Juris Doctor from Hastings College of Law and admission to the California Bar, United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit, and United States Supreme Court. The practice handles felonies and misdemeanors, white collar crimes, juvenile cases, DUI defense, expungements, and administrative hearings for professional licenses in both state and federal courts. Laura may be retained on any California or federal criminal case and can appear anywhere in the state, providing straight and honest answers while warning clients to be wary of lawyers claiming guaranteed victories. As a member of both the State Bar of California and Alameda County Bar Association, Laura offers references from past clients and combines her education from University College London and University of Illinois with decades of practical experience.
Criminal Defense Attorneys
Morris Law maintains offices at 2744 E 11th Street, Oakland, CA 94601 and serves all nine Bay Area counties from their law office on 11th street, with Oakland criminal defense attorney Seth Morris bringing unrivaled dedication to keeping clients out of custody. Seth Morris, described as one of California’s most skilled and talented trial lawyers, has secured dismissals and no-time deals on murder cases and for people facing life in prison, providing passionate representation that treats criminal defense as his life’s work. The firm handles gang crimes, drug charges including possession and trafficking of cocaine, methamphetamine and marijuana, weapon crimes from unlawful possession to assault with deadly weapons, violent crimes ranging from criminal threats to kidnapping, sex crimes, domestic violence, juvenile defense, DUI for alcohol or drugs, federal crimes, murder charges, and theft crimes. With extensive experience defending clients in local Bay Area courts including Wiley W. Manuel Courthouse, Ren C. Davidson Courthouse, and East County Hall of Justice, Seth Morris maintains an aggressive presence challenging flaky evidence and negotiating reduced bail. Having worked as a public defender, litigation associate, and private criminal defense attorney, he provides comprehensive understanding of California criminal law and constitutional rights. Morris Law serves Alameda, Contra Costa, Solano, Santa Clara, Marin, San Francisco, Napa, Sonoma, and San Mateo Counties, offering free consultations at 510-330-0814 with immediate response and same-day appointments when necessary.
Law Offices of Beles & Beles maintains offices at 1 Kaiser Plaza Suite 2300 in Oakland, California 94612, with additional locations in Hayward, Fremont, Pleasanton, and Concord, featuring State Bar Certified Criminal Law Specialists Robert J. Beles and Anne C. Beles along with Certified Appellate Law Specialist Paul McCarthy and Certified Immigration Law Specialist Emilio Parker. Robert Beles brings over fifty years of successful trial experience while daughter Annie Beles adds twenty-six years of criminal defense expertise, both maintaining certification requiring written examinations, high experience levels, ongoing education, and favorable peer evaluations. The firm assigns two attorneys to every case ensuring twenty-four seven availability at 510-836-0100, thoroughly investigating with witness statements, independent evidence testing, DNA analysis, fingerprints, ballistics, crime scene photos, lie detectors, and expert consultations. Recent victories include murder conviction reversals, sex offender registration removals, federal child pornography probation instead of ten years imprisonment, and multiple acquittals in murder and sexual assault cases, with specialization in restorative justice helping clients avoid life sentences. Handling sex offenses, murder, drug crimes, juvenile law, theft, probation violations, appeals, child pornography, domestic violence, federal crimes, DUI, gun charges, white collar crimes, and immigration matters, the practice accepts credit cards, offers payment plans with reasonable fees, and provides free consultations believing the best defense should be available to everyone.
The Nieves Law Firm operates from 160 Franklin Street Suite 210 in Oakland, California 94607, with additional offices in Fair Oaks, Fremont, San Jose, Stockton, and Fairfield, providing aggressive criminal defense representation to working professionals throughout the Bay Area as one of the largest criminal defense teams in the region. Founded by Jo-Anna Nieves with managing attorney Darryl Stallworth and attorneys Michael Levinsohn, Grace Goodman, Mariah Massa, and Christie Fram, plus criminal investigator James Colley and extensive support staff, the bilingual firm shows up to win with resources and experience to handle complex cases. With over one hundred ninety-eight Google reviews, the practice handles DUI, drug offenses, assault, sex crimes, felonies, misdemeanors, post-conviction relief including motions to vacate and expungements, restraining orders, and Title IX matters, understanding that over eighty million Americans have criminal records making clients not alone in their situations. Available at 510-879-7549 with complimentary consultations, the firm takes stress off clients by handling full scope of legal situations from initial consultation to final outcome, examining various case aspects while genuinely caring about clients’ futures. Recent victories include successful immigration-safe resentencing, dismissed domestic violence cases, dismissed drug charges, and avoided jail time in serious matters, with media appearances on Dr. Phil and ABC News demonstrating founding attorney Nieves’s expertise as a legal analyst on high-profile criminal cases.
Silver Law Firm maintains offices at 2100 Embarcadero Suite 204 in Oakland, California 94606 and 8 N. San Pedro Street Suite 280 in San Jose, California 95110, where attorney Elliot Silver brings over 30 years of criminal defense experience with more than 50 jury trials and representation of over 10,000 clients. Beginning his career at the Miami-Dade Public Defender’s Office, Silver developed expertise navigating California’s justice system, treating every case as trial-ready to pressure prosecutors for favorable outcomes through dismissals, reductions, or better plea offers. The firm handles assault, domestic violence, drug crimes, DUI, expungement, federal crimes, homicide including manslaughter charges, juvenile offenses, kidnapping, property crimes, restraining orders, sex crimes with registration implications, theft potentially carrying six-year sentences, traffic offenses including reckless driving and hit-and-run, weapons charges, and white collar crimes throughout Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, Solano, Sonoma, and Napa Counties. Silver’s approach involves thorough investigation before charges are filed, protecting clients from police questioning tactics, and leveraging prosecutorial relationships to prevent charges when possible. The practice emphasizes alternatives to incarceration including home detention, electronic monitoring, community work, and treatment programs. Available 24/7 at 510-995-0000 with Spanish language services, Silver Law Firm provides aggressive representation from investigation through trial, understanding the life-changing impacts of criminal convictions on employment, reputation, and family relationships.
The Castillo Law Office is a criminal defense law firm located at 1939 Harrison Street, Suite 710, Oakland, CA 94612, led by attorney Ernie Castillo who can be reached at 510.894.6626 for free consultations available 24/7. Attorney Castillo is a former extern for a federal judge with unique behind-the-scenes judicial experience and became a member of The National Trial Lawyers: Top 100 Trial Lawyers in 2014, an invitation-only organization for premier trial lawyers. He has received recognition including the Client Distinction Award for 2013 by Martindale-Hubbell and the Elizabeth Rose Bird Award for Professionalism and Integrity.
The firm specializes in criminal defense including domestic violence, drug crimes, DUI, gang crimes, homicide, juvenile crimes, probation violations, theft crimes, violent crimes, weapons and gun charges, sex crimes, and white collar crimes serving Oakland, Antioch, Concord, Hayward, Livermore, Richmond, San Leandro, and throughout Alameda and Contra Costa counties. The Castillo Law Office has achieved notable results including resolved cases without life sentences, jury deadlocks on murder cases, charges thrown out and dismissed, murder convictions dismissed with new trials granted, and not guilty verdicts on serious charges including child molestation carrying life sentences. The practice emphasizes aggressive advocacy, customized defense strategies, and fighting relentlessly for clients’ rights from case beginning to completion.
Lamano Law Office operates from 420 3rd Street Suite 250A in Oakland, California 94607, with additional locations throughout the Bay Area, maintaining a 98% success rate and over 350 five-star online reviews. The firm’s attorneys Givelle Lamano, Alanna Coopersmith, Francoise Espinoza, Manjula Martin, Vanessa Pena-Hallinan, Veronica Soto, and Ben Zicherman handle assault and battery, domestic violence, drug offenses, expungements, fraud, embezzlement, felony charges, gun charges, misdemeanors, probation violations, sex offenses, theft, and DUI defense. Available 24/7 at 510-842-0750, the practice serves first-time arrestees, professionals, college students, and immigrants concerned about deportation or ICE reporting throughout Alameda, San Francisco, and Contra Costa Counties. The firm uses a 150-point checklist for every case, arranging court appearances without clients present when possible, defending against federal drug crimes including trafficking and manufacturing charges. Lamano Law provides personalized attention treating clients like family not case numbers, with over 88 years combined experience helping people avoid jail, protect jobs, clean criminal records, and maintain immigration status. The Oakland criminal attorneys fight tooth and nail defending reputation and liberty, offering locations near Santa Rita jail for convenient access.
Morris Law operates from offices at 2025 Rose Street Suite 200, Berkeley, CA 94709 and 2744 E 11th Street, Oakland, CA 94601, serving all nine Bay Area counties with criminal defense representation at (510) 225-9955. Seth Morris, who began his career after graduating from University of Denver College of Law in 2002, worked at prestigious Denver litigation firms before moving to the Bay Area, bringing extensive trial experience as a public defender, litigation associate, and private criminal defense attorney. The firm handles federal crimes, murder charges ranging from involuntary manslaughter to first degree, felony offenses, drug charges including possession and trafficking, sex crimes, domestic violence, violent crimes, weapons charges, Title IX violations, DUI, and theft offenses. Morris has secured dismissals and no-time deals on murder cases and for clients facing life in prison, with a reputation for challenging flaky evidence, reducing bail, and providing unrivaled dedication to keeping clients out of custody. The practice serves clients throughout Alameda, Contra Costa, Solano, Santa Clara, Marin, San Francisco, Napa, Sonoma, and San Mateo Counties, appearing regularly at the Wiley W. Manuel Courthouse in Oakland and other Bay Area courts. With experience in both California state and federal courts, Morris ensures clients’ Sixth Amendment rights are protected while exploiting weaknesses in prosecution cases.
Torres & Caraves Law operates from 1211 Embarcadero Suite 210, Oakland, CA 94606, providing criminal defense with over 40 years of combined experience at 510-953-5551. The multicultural firm includes Spanish-speaking attorneys and staff, with team members who are former public defenders committed to delivering solid results and excellent client experiences. Their trial-tested advocates with proven records handle DUI charges, sex crimes including child molestation and rape, drug crimes from possession to trafficking, domestic violence, federal criminal defense, weapon crimes, white-collar crimes including fraud and tax evasion, theft crimes, and violent crimes including assault, battery, and kidnapping. The practice serves clients throughout the Oakland Bay Area in both English and Spanish, treating each client with respect and trust while maintaining strong community recognition. Led by attorneys Martin Caraves and Roseann Torres with additional team members including former public defender experience, the firm has achieved numerous dismissals, reduced charges, and not guilty verdicts. Services include immediate assistance after arrest with guidance on asserting rights including remaining silent, finding skilled representation to prevent charges or achieve dismissals, and trial-ready attorneys when necessary. The firm maintains offices in Oakland, Redwood City, and Alameda, serving clients from all walks of life with integrity, responsiveness, and a commitment to communicating at every step of the legal process.
The Monroe Law Firm serves Oakland from 1300 Clay Street, Suite 600, Oakland, California 94612, where Marlon L. Monroe provides aggressive criminal defense representation for the Bay Area community. With over a decade defending Oakland residents, Monroe handles cases ranging from weapons charges and white collar crimes to violent offenses and DUI defense. The firm represents teachers, artists, business owners, and alleged gang members facing criminal charges, emphasizing that quality legal representation can dramatically impact case outcomes. Monroe’s practice areas include drug crimes, medical marijuana violations, narcotics offenses, drunk driving charges, and record expungement services. As a zealous advocate with strong negotiation skills and attention to detail, he brings the necessary tools to succeed in criminal defense matters. The firm offers expungement specials to help clients put their past behind them while maintaining twenty-four seven phone availability at 510-343-3594. Monroe provides representation for clients facing both misdemeanor and felony charges throughout the Oakland metropolitan area.