With 2 dui's literally back to back. My fiance was in a situation. I already know.... how can you…read moreget two back to back. Oooh and did I forget to mention he had one from like 7 years ago that we thought was a dry and reckless but turned out to be a wet and reckless. We had no other choice but to deal with it. I advised my fiance he would need to hire an attorney. He automatically wanted to go with the attorney with the most reviews. But I advised him he should be cautious. I called the attorney he wanted to go with and didn't get a good feeling. I called 2 other law firms and again didnt get a good feeling. I finally called Christopher and felt confident so we setup a meeting and my feeling of confidence increased. He didn't make any promises of what the outcome would be but he did leave us feeling like we made a great choice. He kept us informed and anytime we had any questions I contacted him and he got back to me quickly. I always texted him and called when needed. I know attorneys are busy in and out of court and in meetings so I didn't want to take up his time from working on cases. Christopher advised my fiance to get on the scram cam as a pre plea. This would help him in court if need be. We got the run around from the scram place. They said he needed to be sentenced first. So I contacted Christopher and he gave me a womens name. I called the scram place back and got ahold of the women Christoper referred us to. She handled everything. He always kept us informed if he was running late due to being in another court room. He negotiated and did everything he could and got my fiance the best outcome. He was facing jail time due to his prior. He was able to get one case down to a wet and wreckless, 5 days community service with half time and the other case 10 days community service, with 3 months dui class. Regular court fees. All in all I'm 100% positive we got the best outcome. He knows his stuff and will fight to get the best outcome. He will go over the D.A to speak to the supervising D.A if need be. If you are looking for an attorney who can get you the best outcome Christoper is the best. Hopefully we never need his services again. But it's good to know we know someone we trust. He is worth more than what we paid for. So call him today and thank me later

I reached out to Christopher Varnell when I needed help and he really came through. He personally…read morereturned my call right away and was professional throughout the whole process. He was very responsive (texting me back almost always instantly). To find a good lawyer who replies in a timely manner is hard enough, but to find one who TEXTS you back for every question? AMAZING! I was nervous about the process and pretty in the dark before reaching out to Christopher but he was more than willing to answer questions and walk me through everything step by step. He didn't make any guarantees on outcome, but was very knowledgeable and I left his office confident. Also smiling in the end with the outcome. He is very direct and to the point, so if you're looking for a lawyer with just buzzwords, fluff, and all-talk, he's not your guy. He's very familiar with Contra Costa Country courts and has good connections which is always a plus! If I run into anything again or I have friends who need representation , I will definitely recommend Christopher Varnell.

Mr. Geller was very professional, trustworthy, responsive and relieved the fear and stress of my…read morecase. I felt like he took time for me and communicated honestly and with experience. My case was resolved quickly with a much better outcome thanks to Mr. Geller. I would recommend him highly for the services he offers.

I want to thank Sam Geller for his excellent work handling my case. Unlike other attorneys who made…read morebig promises upfront, Sam was upfront and honest, telling me simply that he'd do his best rather than guaranteeing a win. That honesty meant a lot, and in the end he came through and won the case for me. What I appreciated most is that he doesn't over-talk or over-promise, he just gets the work done. If you want a lawyer who's straightforward, skilled, and lets his results speak for themselves, I highly recommend Sam Geller.

I highly recommend her if you need a criminal defense attorney!…read more She is very thorough and a true advocate. One of my family members were in need and I'm glad I found her on Yelp. After reading other reviews I'm glad I made the right choice. She worked with him and was able to get the outcome he desired. He was able to avoid jail time by accepting another outcome that sufficed the courts. Hopefully I won't need to use her services again, but if so I would 100% call her again. If you need a criminal defense attorney, call her!

Lack of communication, I would have preferred to be in the loop more than I was. Did not reach an…read moreend result in expected time.

What initially caught my attention about Derek is that he sounded like a genuine person both in his…read morevideo and over the phone. He was the type of person you could trust. My first informal consultation over the phone with him made me want to meet him in person because he wasn't the type who appeared extremely aggressive, but instead, realistic. He won't make promises that seem over-the-top. He is the type that states facts, tells you the honest truth, and communicates openly and calmly with you. He is patient, kind, and also has a great sense of humor. After searching around, I decided to pick him as my attorney and I am so glad that I did. He helped me tremendously with my case by getting some charges taken off, and also bringing down the severity of my case. I feel so lucky to have landed on his page while I was googling for help. I HIGHLY recommend Derek. He is professional and will help you every step of the way!

PHENOMENAL!!!! I got myself involved in a very difficult…read moresituation. It was a very serious situation and was facing serious charges. Derek assisted me in sorting everything out during one of the most difficult times in my life. I have never met an attorney like Derek that not only handled everything with extreme care but also treated me as a good friend, not judging me for what had occurred. If you meet with him, you will understand why I did not hesitate to retain his services.

The best lawyer ever. He was able to help on a very…read morecomplicated and difficult case. He got me with zero points on record, he is really impressive. I myself did not believe it is possible. Thank you for guiding me through the process and helping me. Price was completely fair and the value I received was much more than I paid. Thank you David, was pleasure doing business with you!!

David was a great help. He's skilled at his craft amd knows how to handle your situationread more

Outstanding Legal Representation - Highly Recommend!…read more I cannot say enough good things about Michael Cardoza and The Cardoza Law Corporation. From the very beginning of my personal injury case, it was clear that I was in the hands of a knowledgeable, experienced, and highly skilled legal team. Mr. Cardoza and his staff were not only professional and responsive, but also truly compassionate and dedicated throughout the entire process. Their expertise in personal injury law, combined with a strategic and determined approach, led to a successful outcome in my case--and I always felt informed and supported every step of the way. They went above and beyond to advocate for my rights, and their diligence and hard work made all the difference. I'm incredibly grateful for the peace of mind they've helped me achieve, and I wholeheartedly recommend The Cardoza Law Corporation to anyone in need of expert legal representation. Thank you again to Mr. Cardoza and staff. You've earned my deepest gratitude and highest recommendation. David L. Horn

I found The Cardoza Law Offices through a recommendation from a friends whose cousin is a lawyer in…read morethe Bay Area. I first met Jason, who handled my initial intake. Jason was exceptional in his communication skills throughout the long process of navigating a worrisome court case. He promptly returned any questions I had, whether by call or email, and he kept me updated on all developments in my case. His clear explanations helped me understand the legal aspects of my situation. The same thing can be said about Dani. Dani joined me in the courtroom on several occasions and exhibited professionalism in every interaction. Dani was always punctual for our meetings and court appearances, and always conducted herself with grace and confidence. Last but certainly not least, I had the pleasure of working with Michael. Seeing him work in the court room instilled me with confidence and a peace of mind, which are two of the most important things to posses when going through a stressful and anxiety ridden court case! I whole heartedly recommend the Cardoza Law Offices to anyone in need of a criminal defense lawyer, you will not regret this decision! Sincerely, Jon C.

If I could give her 10 stars I would. Jyoti is hands down the best criminal attorney I have ever…read moreworked with. She goes above and beyond what other attorneys will do for you. She won my loyalty from the beginning. I spoke to another attorney who was a recommendation. This was on a Wednesday and I had a hearing set for the following Monday. This attorney wanted the entire fee up front. He came highly recommended from an attorney I was working with. I told him I didn't have the entire fee but could give him a large down payment and pay him within a short amount of time. He told me he was going to help me and would call me on friday with a payment arrangement he could do. I waited. On saturday I called his office multiple times and got no answer. He totally screwed me over, and I had no representation for a hearing on Monday. I was freaking out and desperate. So I called Jyoti on a Sunday!! She took my case and worked with my situation. It took time, but my case was eventually dismissed. As a licensed professional this saved my professional life. I did not feel like just another defendant to her. She made me feel like I was working with a good friend. Her communication is top notch. She is an amazing attorney and I couldn't be happier with her work and overall professionalism. Call her today!!

Not often do I leave reviews, but Joyti is an exception. The case got thrown out so fast I never…read morereally even had time to get to know Joyti. Needless to say, I highly recommend her as she is professional, punctual, and is high functioning in her area of practice.

I contacted Mr. McKenna for legal advice for an extremely stressful family situation. He and his…read morestaff were so kind, professional and reassuring. His advice, which came all within the same day, helped so much to diffuse the situation. While I hope to never need his advice or services again, if a legal matter arose that required hiring counsel, he would be my first call. Both he and his secretary went above and beyond for me, and I cannot say enough good things about them both.

I found myself in need of an attorney and was fortunate to have come across Thomas McKenna…read more He was very attentive to my needs and his knowledge of the law made me feel at ease and very comfortable, he really cares about his clients. Thomas accomplished results that I did not think were even possible for my case. I was very please and satisfied with the final results and I would highly recommend Thomas McKenna