Aaron Bortel tremendously helped my relatives DUI case with BAC of 0.16. He was very knowledgeable,…read moreeasy to talk to, friendly, caring, and professional during a very stressful time in our families lives. He worked with my relative for 1.5 years since the arrest to a drop of the DUI to a wet and reckless. We highly recommend this experienced lawyer to anyone in need. Thanks Mr. Aaron Bortel!

Aaron is the top lawyer to work with for DUI cases. After several consultations with other…read moreattorneys, he was the only one who made me feel that there was a chance for a great outcome on my end. And a great outcome it was! My DUI was reduced to a wet reckless. Also important to me though was keeping my license and Aaron was able to win my hearing case so that I did not have to get an SRT 22 (high risk insurance document) nor did I have to get an install to start my vehicle (both of which are costly!) Aaron is great to work with and I highly recommend!

I was searching for legal representation for a traffic infraction case in Santa Rosa Superior…read morecourt. Of the half dozen or so attorneys I reached out to, Julia was one of only two to respond. Even though the case (small potatoes) and the location is not within her geographic area or practice area, Julia went above and beyond to assist me with recommendations and referrals. This kind of concern and follow through is exactly the kind of qualities I believe are essential for effective Legal professionals to exhibit.

This will be the first time ever I've taken the time to write an online review. Julia was a Godsend…read moreand I give her permission to provide my phone number to anyone considering her services so I can tell you more. Short Story: Julia gave me great advice, explained everything clearly and concisely, proactively kept me informed, gave me shortcuts whenever possible and DIDN'T CHARGE ME a CENT! I told her I was happy to pay her, but she refused. I hope I never have to hire her, but if I, or anyone I know needs a criminal defense attorney I will hire her. I've been both providing and using professional services business for 20 years and never had such a positive experience. My story: I was arrested for a first time DUI even though I blew .06 twice the breathalizer. As a first-timer I was completely ignorant about the process. I had some pills in my purse that the CHP thought were illegal, even though the Drug Recognition Expert confirmed they were nothing. CHP arrrested me for DUI - alcohol and drugs, child endangerment because my 14 year old son was in the car and posession of dangerous drugs, which is a felony. I spent the night in jail trying to stay warm and sleep on a concrete floor while sober. Not fun. I spoke to 8 other attorneys before Julia all of whom scared the sh-- out of me. Each of them pressured me to hire them and pay a non-refundable fee ($2,500-$3,500) before the 10 day DMV request for a hearing date. I heard everything from "don't call the DMV yourself", to "child protective services could get involved", to "stop talking to anyone else", to "you should hire me before they press charges because I can influence the DA", to :this is complicated and defintely could end up in court," to "best case would be reduce felony to misdemeaor" and much more. Finally I spoke to Julia. She said the case was absolutely ridiculous, I don't need an attorney and they will probably drop the case. She checked with the DA to see if charges were filed, clearly explained the way Marin County evaluates these kinds of cases and -- without promising anything -- she immediately put me at ease. She gave me the back door number to the DMV, told me to call and request a hearing myself and told me exactly what to request (meeting far away and in person) just in case I was charged. She gave me a timeframe to expect an answer from the DA and told me to call her in a few days. Before I had a chance to call, she PROACTIVELY followed up with ME!!! Yes, gasp! Charges had not been filed, she just wanted me to know. As soon as she found out the DA didn't charge, SHE CALLED ME again to tell me the news. But wait, there's more. The DMV hearing was still looming and I had no idea how they would call it. She gave me the back door number and instructions to call records department, and I found out my blood was .03% and I blew .06% TWICE! The DMV told me unless it was .08% it would be dropped. Everything was dropped and I am home free. Nuff said.

Kevin was always there when you needed him. He was always responsive. I never felt abandoned with…read moreKevin and needless to say I was happy with the results. He was always very professional throughout.

Kevin helped out in a stressful situation, keeping me at ease from expecting the worst. He did his…read moreown follow-up and made numerous attempts in efforts to find any additional information. He spoke up immediately and avidly when the court made a schedule error that could have affected me. Kevin advocated for me well with the DA. He is the person you want in your corner when faced with these stressful situations.

Paul first represented me in a bogus reckless driving charge by the San Rafael PD back in the early…read more1990s. Over the years, Paul would seat 4 juries at trial, hanging one, getting a mistrial for "prosecutorial misconduct" on another and obtaining 2 not-guilty verdicts in very politically-charged cases - one involving a psycho cop who had me arrested on the 6th anniversary of my one-and-only Citizens Complaint....which happened to be against him. Paul pierced the City of San Rafael's protections of a very sick cop with a "Pitchess Motion" and beat Ed Berberian's Deputy DA into total submission. ...she left the courtroom after "NOT GUILTY" with her tail between her legs. If you want to fight and win, Paul Burglin is the man....I trust him with my life.

This guy is amazing he did a fantastic job for me. I could…read morenot ask for a better result in my case.He is hands on he always responded to me personally right away even outside of office hours I highly recommend this attorney.

From the very beginning, no attorney ever talked with me about my traffic ticket. Mr. Cohen never…read moresurfaced anywhere. I was passed down the chain, from paralegal to an assistant to paralegals, to assistant to assistant, after 5 to six passes, ended up with who knows what. I could not even gain access to the paralegal or the assistant. When my case was finally heard at the court 7 months later, my supposed assigned attorney did not even bother to show up while the officer showed up. The result was obvious. They (not sure who) pleaded no contest to all counts! So I got a result that was no different from if I had done nothing and definitely worse if I had represented myself. They put a bunch of attorneys' pictures on their website, but good luck if your case is handled personally by an assistant to a paralegal. Never mind talking to an attorney. I don't know how they get their high scores, but then, it is evident they are excellent marketers with only growing the practice at all costs as the goal, truly fit the stereotypical lawyers.

I have the honor and privilege of knowing this extraordinary attorney through our mutual…read moreprofessional law firm development organization that we are both involved. I highly recommend and endorse this attorney as being one of the finest individuals and professionals that a client could ever have. Attorney Stephen Rue

Michael took his time and explained every aspect of the case I tried to talk him about. Although…read morehis speciation is misdemeanours mostly (mine was not) he was very patient and courteous offering me right ways to solve my problem. The lawyer was even nice enough to offer his services if no one else takes my case and I won't find anyone. 100% recommend. You are the best thanks a lot!!!!

Excellent attorney. Highly intelligent and driven to succeed in acquiring justice for his client…read more I would absolutely higher him if I had a case where both of us believed it could be one.

I got 5 quotes for expunging my DUI and was shocked at the price range. All the way from $700 for a…read morelaw mill website to some shyster driving his no doubt very fancy car who had me on speaker phone wanting 5K. I went with Pezhman because he answered my questions quickly and directly and demonstrated that he had a lot of experience. His price was very reasonable for the service provided. He filed my claim quickly and though it took longer than expected, that was the courts fault, not his. My case was successful. If you want to clear your DUI and get that monkey off your back, highly recommend.

Pezhman is extremely knowledgeable, professional, and very responsive. He makes you feel like you…read moreare his most important client while at the same time giving no nonsense, and realistic legal advise. Furthermore, he took care of everything and got the outcome I was hoping for. I give him my highest recommendation.