It is very difficult to find the BEST words to describe the professionalism of Stephanie Rickard!…read moreWhat I can say is you will never find anyone who goes above and beyond in representing you. She has the respect from the judge, the courts, and everyone she comes in contact with. To include knowing all about the military and helping veterans goes way beyond my expectations. As far as service fee's they are very reasonable and worth every cent. From this point forward, I gained a best friend. Thank you for everything you do for me. I am forever in your debt!!!!

Stephanie is very good, professional, friendly and supportive. She helped me with my case and got…read morethe best result for me (dismissal!), which went far beyond my expectation. Stephanie worked hard to dig into the case details and was being very thoughtful and responsive all the time, even during the free consultation session! I asked Stephanie to represent me when my previous lawyer lost my trust over time by laying back and being unsupportive and unresponsive. After I switched to Stephanie, the quality of service she provided is such a surprise. Now I wish I would reach out to Stephanie in the first place!

Nan Bucknell is an outstanding DUI attorney. She is professional, knowledgeable, and very clear…read moreabout what to expect throughout the process. From the start, she was organized, responsive, and easy to communicate with. What really stands out is how confident and prepared she is. You can tell she has extensive experience in DUI law and takes her work seriously. She handles everything with professionalism and focus, which makes a stressful situation feel much more manageable. If you're looking for someone who is skilled, straightforward, and dependable, I highly recommend Nan Bucknell.

Nan is a superb, no-nonsense attorney. She defended a family member of ours for years and never…read morefailed to lay out complex legal issues for us in a concise, clear manner. She's responsive, diligent, smart - truly a consummate professional in and out of the courtroom. Maybe more importantly, she's also a kind, sympathetic person. She even made time to bring our sick dog to the animal hospital! Not for reward, she did it out of goodness of her heart. Nan Bucknell is an attorney on another level. If you need an ally in your corner, there's no one better.

Dmitry is awesome. I kind of think I should just leave it there, but I know, I should elaborate…read more.. My girlfriend has had to deal with a pesky ex who keeps trying to file bogus protective orders. Right away Dmitry understood the case. He listened to my girlfriend, did the research on all the prior harassing court behavior by the ex, and just got it. We didn't have to waste time walking him through the story. However, what was most impressive about Dmitry was how prepared and knowledgable he was about the Santa Clara courts. He correctly predicted the behavior and moves of the overly litigious ex, and was able to aptly and professionally steer the entire proceedings. In the courtroom, Dmitry's skills were on full display. He might've made 15 objections, and 14 of them were sustained. Conversely, the opposing counsel might've might 20 objections and 17 were overruled; Dmitry was simply head-and-shoulders more skilled in the courtroom than the opposing counsel. At one point, the judge got so frustrated with the opposing counsel that he began asking for Dmitry's input on questions he was trying to ask the opposing counsel; clearly the judge respected him. For prep, he was also great. My girlfriend can get a little...let's say "disorganized" when being questioned, and can easily stray off topic. Dmitry did a wonderful job prepping them to take the stand and giving them a sense for what questions would and wouldn't get asked. In every facet, we both loved working with Dmitry. He was friendly, but serious and professional. We're fully expecting the ex to file more bogus claims, and we would absolutely return to Dmitry to squash those as well. He's even mindful of the costs involved, and doesn't waste time or try running the clock up to bill more. Again, every facet of working with him was professional.

Dmitry provided outstanding representation. From our very first interaction, he was communicative,…read moreprofessional, and completely reassuring during a stressful time. He achieved the best possible outcome for us, and his guidance throughout the process was invaluable. I would recommend his services to anyone!

Michael pays great attention to your personal needs. He is invested in all his clients and goes the…read moreextra mile. He is a brilliant lawyer who knows the law quite well.

We called for representation and this attorney was very rude and made an assumption before hearing…read morethe full details. Not someone I want representing me.

Finding Law Offices of William V. Pernik was one of the best decisions I've ever made…read more As a disabled Army veteran living with PTSD, I was facing one of the most stressful situations of my life. William Pernik didn't just represent me--he fought for me. He drove from Salinas to Palo Alto multiple times for my hearings, and every time he walked into the courtroom he projected confidence, preparation, and professionalism. What impressed me most was his ability to stand his ground. He was direct, persuasive, and never intimidated. Watching him advocate on my behalf gave me confidence when I needed it most. Thanks to his hard work, my case was successfully diverted into Military Veterans Court, giving me an opportunity that truly changed my life. His background as a longtime public defender and his extensive experience representing veterans and clients facing mental health challenges clearly showed throughout my case. Walking out of court after the successful outcome was a moment I'll never forget. It felt like a tremendous weight had finally been lifted. If you're looking for a criminal defense attorney who genuinely cares, fights relentlessly for his clients, and knows how to navigate the justice system, I cannot recommend William Pernik highly enough. If you're a veteran, you'll be in especially good hands. Thank you, William, for giving me a second chance. It was money well spent.

Phone consultation was helpful It's just too bad my…read moresituation was too risky to invest in Thanks anyway folks

I cannot fully express how grateful I am to have had Scotty represent me. I was facing serious…read moredomestic violence-related charges and felt completely overwhelmed and unsure of what to do. After finding Scotty on Yelp and seeing his 5-star reviews, I reached out--and it turned out to be one of the best decisions I could have made. From our very first conversation, Scotty stood out. Even before I officially hired him, he took the time to explain my options and walk me through what to expect. His honesty and patience immediately gave me confidence that I was in good hands. Once he began handling my case, he exceeded my expectations. Scotty was always responsive by text and email, kept me informed throughout the process, and made an extremely stressful situation feel far more manageable. Most importantly, thanks to his knowledge and dedication, he was able to get my charges reduced to a non-domestic violence related infraction--an outcome that made a huge difference in my life. What truly sets Scotty apart is that he genuinely cares. He didn't treat me like just another case. He listened carefully, understood my situation, and showed real empathy every step of the way. If you're looking for an attorney who is knowledgeable, responsive, and truly committed to his clients, Scotty is the person you want on your side. I highly recommend him--especially if you're a military veteran.

Writing this long overdue review…read more Scotty helped me with a DUI that I got in Alameda county and was totally awesome. He was honest, fair and upfront about everything to be expected and he helped me every step of the way. He also helped me avoid an ignition-interlock device being installed in my car. 12 years later he reached out about Alemeda county's clean slate program which I am going to check out and see if I can get my record 100% cleared. His fees are totally reasonable too.

When searching a Criminal defense Lawyer, He came highly recommended! He was a public lawyer for 25…read moreyears then went into his own practice. The intake was quick and easy, then billing was straight forward. Payment can be made online. His professionalism and knowledge of the law was impeccable. Santa Clara court system cannot deny his tenacity and friendliness, they speak in very high regards. Even after I ran out of funding because of the pandemic he followed through transferring my case file to public defender. Giving full detail of what was happening and strategy for my case. Mr. Rios played a big roll in defending me and he speaks Spanish. Communication was easy by phone, in person , email , text . Before you speak to another criminal lawyers, I highly recommend talking to him immediately. Remember don't speak to law enforcement before speaking to a lawyer (YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN SILENT , DON'T LET LAW ENFORCEMENT TRICK YOU PLUS DON'T LET THEM IN YOUR HOUSE WITHOUT A SEARCH WARRANT , GO OUTSIDE LOCK YOUR DOOR & STAY SILENT AND STATE "I LIKE TO SPEAK TO A LAWYER BEFORE ANSWERING ANY QUESTIONS" ) This can be a key from damaging your case. SILENCE IS A KEY! Mr. Rios played a key role of reuniting me and keeping our daughter. If you need a great criminal lawyer and speaks Spanish, don't hesitate to call Mr. Rios!!! Call him AS SOON AS POSSIBLE he could save your life. Bill A.

I needed an attorney for personal assault. Although Javier couldn't assist, he provided a plethora…read moreof information and provided a referral and for that he deserves the 5 stars. Thank you Javier! You're a GEM!

Just hire him!! When my partner was charged with 2 DUI…read morecharges, it felt like his job, financial health, and freedom was at risk. Throughout the entire case, Brendan was RESPONSIVE, non-judgmental, and proactive. He answered every question and he has a great attitude that genuinely makes this incredibly difficult situation less stressful. You can FEEL that he has your back. He immediately sent us a list of things to work on to make my partner's case STRONG before he even had to face a judge so that when he did, he was set up for success. When you invest in a lawyer like Brendan, you are paying for his expertise and relationships with district attorneys that will help you favorable resolve your case. Brendan was able to get BOTH DUI charges dismissed to a lower charge. That help is invaluable and it could not have been done without him. Brendan is an expert at what he does and is worth every penny. If you ever find yourself in a situation where you need legal help, please do yourself the favor of hiring him.

Our family used Brendan multiple times already and he still doing an outstanding job. so I had to…read morecome back on and give an update. Highly recommended ,easy to work with, and very responsive.

Called in. He gave sound advice over difficult matters when many wouldn't broach the issue. Stand…read moreup attorney.

Diego is literally the best lawyer I have seen. Not only he is knowledgable but also very kind and…read morecourteous. He gave me many consultations on the phone plus in person. He won't make you come to visit him if he thinks he can help you on the phone. He is a great lawyer with lifelong of experience and I wish him all the best. Thank you Diego.

If you or a loved one is fighting a criminal case, Stop searching for attorneys and call Bernie…read moreright now! Yes it's great to do your research, After all, there are so many criminal defense attorneys how do you choose? Bernie answered my call and I consulted him briefly on the case and schedule an appointment for the same day to come in a discuss it in details. He provided a quote and how he can help. He reassured the possibilities and what he can ot annot guarantee. Super honest. Never the runaround and made me feel like he puts his clients needs first. Anything we needed as far as munite orders, bail motions, etc he was able to do ALL of the foot work. We didn't need to worry a out anything. Fighting a case can be scary not knowing the law and not knowing procedures and what to expect or what to say. Bernie is very professional, responsive, and knowledgeable through extensive experience. Let me just say, a miracle worker! Thank you Bernie for all your help for my loved one and keeping them home with no jail time and a clean record.

Lousy lawyer stole 18.5K on 2 cases stemming from 2023 and did not put in much effort in either…read morecase and had a very manipulative condescending attitude during both representations. I felt like he took advantage of my parents throughout the legal expenses even though I had to pay the bill in the end. I would not recommend this lawyer to anyone please do not work with this dude. hes bad news. he also told advised me to take a 700 dollar a class and did not even provide the ceritificate to the judge, the cases he handled turned into total nightmares was better going with a public defender then paying this fraud. a lot of vietnamese in the area no hes no good as well which he is fluent in since he loves vacationing in south east asia.