To Whom It May Concern,…read more If you ever find yourself in trouble or behind bars, do you want a lawyer who just tucks you in with a mint on your pillow, or do you want someone who knows the courtroom inside out, has a good working relationship with the DA and judge, and is willing to stand his ground and fight for you? There are many ways to get out of a legal jam, but the key is to keep your mouth shut, think carefully about your entire case, and take notes so you don't forget anything. Never trust the police--they will lie to you and get paid for doing it. Don't talk when you're in the tank about your crime--you never know if it's a setup. Keep your mouth closed and speak only to your attorney, Thompson Garcia. **Expertise:** Paid lawyers often have more time to dedicate to your case, given that they're being compensated. This can translate into better preparation, stronger arguments, and a more thorough understanding of the nuances in your case. **Resources:** A paid lawyer may have access to a broader range of resources, such as expert witnesses, private investigators, and specialized legal tools, which can be critical in complex cases. **Personalized Attention:** When you pay for legal services, you generally receive more personalized attention. This means your lawyer can focus more on your specific needs, offering tailored advice and strategies. You get all this with Thompson Garcia Law--now just pay the man. I am writing to share my experience working with Thompson Garcia Law. Finding myself entangled in two criminal cases was a challenging and stressful time, and I wasn't the easiest client to deal with. Despite the complexities of my situation, Thompson remained patient, professional, and unwavering in his commitment to my defense. Thanks to his expertise and dedication, both cases were resolved without any charges or probation. The only requirement was that I attend anger management classes, which I did. Thompson's approach to my case was truly remarkable. He understood my perspective and worked with me, not against me. What impressed me the most was how he managed to get my record expunged and only managed to secure a diversion program. Given the intricacies of my situation, I doubt he'll ever offer that kind of consideration again, but it speaks volumes about his integrity and commitment to his clients. In my cases, the evidence against me was overwhelming, including full video footage. It was a tough situation, one that made me realize the importance of handling things carefully if you ever find yourself in trouble. Cleaning up the mess--my mess--was incredibly difficult, especially when relying on a public defender. But everything changed for the better when I hired Thompson. The court and the department treated me with a newfound respect, which I believe was due to the professional relationships and respect Thompson has within the legal community. I know there's talk about lawyers networking and playing golf together, but in my case, it seemed like their familiarity helped smooth things out. That professional respect between them made a significant difference. For those considering legal representation, let me offer some advice: If you ever think you might find yourself in trouble, save $5,000 to $10,000 for legal fees. Santa Rita holds over 5,000 inmates, and you could easily find yourself there. If you're thinking about working with Thompson Garcia, be clear about your expectations from the very beginning. He's straightforward, honest, and delivers on his promises. After all the difficulties with my cases, I'm fairly certain he won't be offering any more free consultations, but if you're looking for a lawyer who will stand his ground and fight for you, Thompson is the person to go to. Nojoe snitched on me at Berkleley pd he has made up that https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-HQFdfxI3E1xy-vHdGpO-VAmcmpI3llC/view?usp=sharing https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Vq2IXUeAT6ZwJFNug1Vnv_ozvdWUcEHg/view?usp=sharing Sincerely, futonexpress@gmail.com Joey Mitchell

If I can give Jesse a 10 star, I definitely would! Jesse has been our lawyer for many years now…read more Through some of the toughest times of our lives, Jesse has never failed us. This man has magic lol super knowledge, super connected it's always a win-win with Jesse! He also have amazing assistants, very responsive and is super on top of everything that you will need in regarding your situation. Overall, you won't regret it! Jesse is your guy!

After dealing with this case for almost three years, I can honestly say switching to Lynn Gorelick…read morewas the best decision I made. I had previously worked with another attorney for more than two years with little to no progress, and it felt like the case was going nowhere. Once Lynn took over, everything changed. She was proactive, strategic, and clearly knew how to move things forward. Communication was consistent, and for the first time, I felt confident that my case was in the right hands. In less than six months, she was able to get my case dismissed -- something I had been trying to achieve for years. Her professionalism, urgency, and expertise truly made all the difference. Also want to give a shoutout to Teresa Vickers for her support and responsiveness throughout the process -- it did not go unnoticed. I highly recommend Lynn Gorelick to anyone looking for an attorney who genuinely advocates for their clients and delivers results.

Words can't explain how helpful and easier Lynn made this entire process for me. Her communication…read morewas best in class, along with her experience and her knowledge of the legal system. You will not be disappointed, I would highly recommend her.

David Knutsen is my primary attorney. He provides outstanding services and has a wonderful…read morepersonality. Even though he works for money to pay his bills (as we all must do) he fights really hard for true justice. I want to mention I worked with other attorneys, and they billed every single minute but were not able to provide such consistent and high level performance work as David does. David represented me in a serious case, and the DA did the best as she can to make me look bad in front of the court. But she had no chance against Davids professional skills. I do not want to disclose too many details regarding my case because of my privacy. However, I can highly recommend David Knutsen with 100 stars. Too bad Yelp; offers 5 stars only. One more remark, which is another great benefit of the Knutsen Law firm, is the fact if David is not available his partner Thomas will substitute him. Or the other way around. I can truly say that from my personal experience. In one court hearing David was not available and Thomas had to represent me. Thomas was as sharp as David and on top of things. He provided wonderful a performance and the same high level of professional skills. If you ask me which attorney I would recommend, my answer would be: it doesn't matter as long as one of them takes your case, YOU ARE IN BEST HANDS!!! Last but not least I want to mention Kristine, she is the professional assistant which makes the success of the Knutsen Law Offices a round story. She is always a sunshine and nice to talk to. In conclusion if you need the best professional representation in your case DO NOT HESITATE TO CALL the Knutsen law office right now and ask for help! Add photos & videos

I chose this law office based on the positive reviews here -- and that turned out to be a mistake…read more My attorney was Thomas Knutsen. Communication was extremely poor. I had to chase for updates through emails, phone calls, and even in-person visits, yet often got no response. It felt like I was completely left in the dark about my own case. Billing was even more frustrating. I received no regular invoices, only a large bill covering months of work with no way to track or control costs. When I tried to raise reasonable concerns, they were dismissed with no willingness to work toward a fair resolution. I eventually had to switch attorneys, and the difference has been night and day -- clear communication, transparency, and professionalism. Looking back, the reviews here did not reflect my experience at all. I wish I had known that earlier.

I have used Ginny Walia service many times. First time was for a criminal case when i had turned…read more18. She represented me after i was falsly accused by someone. The case was very complicated and because of that case i was facing deportation. After my consultation with her, i retrained her right away (i spoke with 3 other lawyers and they all told me there not much they can do for me) i was finally relieved. she was able to get my case dismissed. The DA was after me but Ginny didn,t give up and fought for me and eventually after 9 months of going back and forth the case was dismissed. Recently she represented me on my divorce case. She was amazing even on that case. She didn't waste my time and got to the point. Divorce case are devastating, stressful and costly but ginny made sure i was wasting my time and money. She got straight to the point. She fought for me and my rights to have my kids with me after losing custody of my kids with another attorney who misrepresented me and got shut down by another attorney(that attorney was just working for a pay check not for me). Because of Ginny i now have 52% custody of my kids and if i knew ahead of time she was doing divorce cases as well i would have hired her from the beginning. Her charges are better than most lawyers and she doesn't waste time and lets you know the key point about your case and what you have to do to. I must say GINNY WALIA IS A GREAT LAWYER that is very knowledgeable, determined, furious, professional and most importantly straight to the point. she represents her client like they should be represented. I have used her service 3 times (criminal, immigration and divorce) in my life and have always been very satisfied with her service/representation and definitely use her again. i would highly recommend her to anyone who needs a good attorneys for their immigration, criminal or family law matters.

Do not hire her. I contacted her office in the last year for a case. Somebody from her office took…read morethe call and we scheduled a meeting. I had no idea about her reviews in this platform, also came as a Avvo recommendations. Our initial consultation was ok, and I found her to be a little condensing but I accepted that as I was the victim. During our initial phase she was personally involved for maybe 2 of my appointments (via online), afterwards she started asking more money and over complicated my case. I now looked up online and found something fishy about her firm and challenged her. Long story short I replaced her and am now finding it easier to navigate. In the process, she de-meaned me, threatened me but what can I do. I told her goodbye and reported her to CA authorities. No actions yet but she is someone to be taken seriously as she is vindictive. Do not add to your troubles is all I recommend.

Unprofessional, fake. They don't deserve even 2 stars. Don't even bother calling. Find someone…read moreelse. They take down your personal information and the whole details of sensitive information and deny it through the receptionist. Shameful- forget the attorney, the coordinator couldn't even get on the phone.

I highly recommend Mirador Law (formerly known as, Bonjour, Thorman, Burns & Dahm). I worked with…read moreMahsa Gholami on my case. She is knowledgable, kind, understanding, has a keen eye for detail, and is truly adept at breaking down the procedures into lay-person terms. I had never been in this situation before, and Mahsa and the whole firm helped me so much. They guided me through the process and helped me achieve a very positive outcome. I'm forever thankful for their hard work. They are top notch professionals. Don't hesitate to reach out to Mirador if you need help.

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Leon is the best defense attorney. He and his team go above…read moreand beyond to get the best possible outcome for your case. Leon isn't afraid of the District Attorney--he stands up and fights for you in court with confidence and strength. I'm truly grateful for his dedication and fearless representation.

I found ticket crushers on yelp and I called and spoke to Ricky T and he explained the process…read moreperfectly. A couple months later I get a call from Adam the attorney telling me my ticket has been dismissed.. i highly recommend this place.. no points were taken off my record which is a big deal because I do Uber.. it is def worth it..

From the owner: Ticket Crushers is California's Top-Rated DUI & Traffic Law Firm with thousands of cases dismissed…read more We represent clients throughout Northern & Southern California for traffic violations, criminal defense and driving under the influence. We Fight To Win. Alameda County Cities Served: Alameda, Berkeley, Castro Valley, Dublin, Emeryville, Fremont, Hayward, Livermore, Newark, Oakland, Piedmont, San Lorenzo, Union City

Jesse Garcia and his entire office did an amazing job for me in my federal case. I was set up by an…read moreold friend in a meth deal and Jesse was able to show everyone how it all went down. The judge got it even as the us attorney in the court was making excuses. It took 3 years of fighting but Jesse never quit. He delivered what he promised Thank you Jesse

My family and I will be forever grateful to Jesse Garcia for his genius expertise and…read morerepresentation. My brother is now a free man and all of his legal issues have simply been resolved, but most importantly, completely erased from his record! I can't imagine finding a better lawyer than Jesse! The guy is just brilliant!