I consider myself incredibly fortunate that I found William Pernik…read more In a world where it often feels impossible to find an attorney who is both exceptionally skilled and genuinely cares about his clients, Pernik is the rare exception. From day one, he treated my case with the seriousness, attention, and strategic insight that you hope for but rarely see. He didn't just take my case -- he understood it. He understood me. He asked the right questions, caught details other attorneys had overlooked, and moved with a level of precision and professionalism that immediately gave me confidence. What impressed me most was that he balances brilliant legal ability with real humanity. He is calm, patient, direct, and honest -- no ego, no drama, just sharp legal work and steady guidance. At a time when I felt overwhelmed, he gave me clarity. At a time when I felt vulnerable, he gave me a plan. And at a time when I needed someone truly in my corner, he showed up 100%. Pernik is the kind of attorney who earns trust because he deserves it. He listens. He prepares. He anticipates. He fights smart. And he genuinely cares about the people he represents. If you're looking for an attorney who combines elite legal skill with integrity and compassion, you will not find better than William Pernik. I'm grateful for everything he's done, and I would recommend him without hesitation to anyone who needs serious, competent, and committed legal representation.

The worst experience I've ever had with an attorney. I hired…read morehim to help me with a criminal case, and he completely failed to follow through. There were constant cancellations, missed appointments, and ignored phone calls. Even the judge had to remind him to keep his appointments. I paid a lot of money expecting professional service, but in the end, I got nothing in return. Save yourself the frustration and look elsewhere -- there are far better attorneys who actually care about their clients.

My husband found himself in a tough situation in which he needed a lawyer. Thankfully a friend…read morerecommended Taylor & Dolowich, and Jamie handled his case. He went above and beyond by not only getting both felony cases dropped but he also went out of his way to clean up his past felony's due to a new law which turned them into misdemeanors. I loved the fact that he kept us informed throughout the whole court proceedings and gave us his honest opinion on what to expect. We were also able to set up a payment plan which took off half the stress of the situation. I would honestly recommend him to any person needing legal help.

Just got off the phone with this law office & wow! This has to be my best experience speaking with…read morea lawyer, they are super helpful. I can not recommend them enough, I've paid big money for lawyers who just don't care meanwhile this office cares about you and your situation off the bat with no money involved at first, truly genuine people. Much appreciated.

Excellent Service. Ryan Murphy has certainly earned his 5 star reviews. He made the entire process…read morevery simple and entirely hands off. He got my case diverted/dismissed while patiently answering all of my questions (often more than once) to give me that warm and fuzzy feeling. As he'll tell you himself, he likes to win, but he also cares about his clients and their well-being. Wouldn't go anywhere else.

Ryan Murphy helped me get through a difficult time and was an effective advocate for my case…read more Highly recommend.

Great lawyer very friendly Mr. Christian Scott helped me in my custody case and in a legal case and…read moreI couldn't be more happier with the outcome he exceeded my expectations and he was able to get me everything granted in my custody case. I really recommend Mr. Scott best lawyer in town !!!

Useless and only have name recognition. Waste of money. They drag everything out just to get more…read moremoney from clients. They seem to care but they don't. Save some money, look elsewhere.

The Worthington Law Centre is unquestionably a unique office. I had a potentially embarrassing…read moreproblem that they were able to solve quickly, efficiently and in a timely matter. My problem was probably minor but to me it was something that would have ruined my reputation. I spoke with several individuals at the Worthington Law Centre who listened carefully and quickly and they understood my predicament. I was impressed. I felt like no issue was too small for them to address. Within three days they proposed a solution that covered every single one of my concerns. Within the next 7 days, I got my life back to normal after years of worry. Thank you for your help. I'm glad I found you. Your solution proved to have the best outcomes with the minimal impact to those around me and my family.

Experienced and gives you straight forward answer, they helped me tremendously. My circumstance was…read morenot good for me, and they helped me and I appreciate everything they did for me and happy with the outcome.

A couple of years ago, several members of my family were facing extraordinarily serious…read moreindictments. The police and DA, with their lack of cultural competency, completely misunderstood the indecent they encountered and over-filed charges that could have imprisoned innocent people for life. Due to the grave implications of this case, my family sought the counsel of one of Monterey County's most esteemed criminal defense attorneys. However, since the case involved multiple defendants, he could not represent all parties involved and recommended that we added Jevin Hernandez to the defense team. Sincerely, this was one of the best decisions we made during the difficult and anxiety ridden process. Jevin and the team at the Hernandez law firm brought not only their professionalism and legal expertise to the case but, they also showed genuine care for the defendants and our family. Jevin made multiple visits to my uncle while he was incarcerated, and worked diligently to understand not just the facts of the case, but also the circumstances which informed the defendants' actions. Cultural understanding was a key part of the case and Jevin was committed to studying and researching our social and historical context. During the first several days of my uncle's incarceration, he was not receiving the medication for his heart condition, as needed, and had to be transported to the infirmary. As soon as Jevin joined the case and learned of the situation, he was outraged and made it a priority to ensure my uncle was appropriately cared for while he was in custody. Jevin and his team was deeply compassionate was always accessible. He consistently kept the family informed of all of counsels' discussions and decisions. In my conversations with him, which were almost daily, he showed great empathy and was very personable. He was beyond approachable and definitely helped create a sense of ease during an intensely uneasy time. He worked very well alongside our other counsels and ultimately, he was able to help my family members avoid additional jail time. The case was resolved with my family members only receiving probation. Considering where we started, this was a major win. In my understanding, after a case's conclusion, your relationship with the defense attorney ends. Once the money runs out and the case is over, defendants are on their own to navigate probation. This was not the situation with Jevin. He continued to remain in touch with the family, checking in on everyone's well-being and assisted with whatever issues we had. To this very day, Jevin still reaches out and stays in touch with us. My family and I are extremely grateful for all that Jevin has done for us, and for the extent of care in which he conducts his practice. Lastly, I understand that mounting a legal defense is extremely costly. This is what makes our justice system so unjust. Those with means can afford high power attorneys, while those without often end up in jail. This inequality and injustice is not lost on Jevin and his team. He understands that the poor and unprivileged are disproportionally criminalized. With that understanding, Jevin and the firm are very fair and will help you mount an expert defense while working with your means. I cannot thank him enough and I highly recommend him.

I don't have enough words to express my gratitude to Mr Jevin Hernandez. He truly went above and…read morebeyond with my son's case. My son and I had so many questions and uncertainty of what the outcome was going to be but Mr Hernandez and staff made us feel at ease throughout the entire process. He gave us an explanation to all our questions, he was always very thorough and his expertise gave us the ability to understand better and navigate through this difficult process with hope. His father Miguel also accompanied us to a couple hearings and it was beautiful to see the respect everyone in the courthouse has for him. They are such a wonderful team! I will always, ALWAYS, recommend Mr Hernandez to anyone that may need an attorney. Again, Thank you Mr Hernandez

Ms. Dumas represented me at my parole hearing. She had a very difficult task. I have been convicted…read moreof 3 murders, five attempted murders, one being a police officer. I was found suitable and granted parole. I've been out a year now and living my best life. Thank you Ms Dumas

I highly recommend hiring Mrs. Dumas. She was able to get my initial charges dropped to a lesser…read morecharge. Jessica has always been upfront with me and works very hard. Despite going through this unfortunate situation in my life, Jessica was able to shed light on the process and assure me that everything will be okay. I cannot praise her enough, she is the best.

Mr Dozier is an exceptional attorney, his extensive experience of over 45 years in the Monterey…read morelegal system sets him apart. From the moment you first speak to him to the moment he steps into the court room, he knows what is fair and he is committed to serving you to seek that result - he WON'T just mail it in! He approached my case with the utmost passion and commitment, you can trust that he will do everything in his power to protect your rights and achieve the best possible outcome for your case. Moreover, Mr. Dozier is not just a skilled attorney; he is also a genuinely stand-up person. His compassionate and caring approach to his clients makes the legal process less daunting. He approaches you with an "old school" honesty and candor that just doesn't seem to be around very often these days. In summary, I wholeheartedly recommend Mr. Dozier for anyone seeking an attorney in the Monterey area. His decades of experience, impeccable integrity, willingness to go the extra mile, and outstanding personal qualities make him an exceptional choice for legal representation.

Mr Dozier has represented me and hands down is one of the best in the business . If you want a…read morepitbull in court , this is the go to guy . When the DA and prosecutors give him a glance he gives them a bark not a growl . This is not a paid advertisement . You can contact me directly . Thank your Mr Dozier for handling my Felony charges to dismissed .

Charles is the best. He communicates clearly, gives honest advice, and approaches every situation…read morewith care and integrity. Billie Rose is great, too. Professional, kind, and always on top of things. I'm very grateful for their help and HIGHLY recommend him!

I only wish Mr. Shivers would widen his focus in order to be able to hire him for anything I need!…read moreHe is THE BEST attorney I have ever dealt with. We in Monterey co. are lucky to have him available to represent us if need be. He was a public defender that had my son on his case load and spent the time and effort to see that my son was treated fairly and I couldn't have been more pleased the all round time and effort he gave his client ( my son) and I will forever be thankful. Thank you.. marachelle Jackson

Phillip Crawford is an incredibly knowledgeable and caring DUI attorney. He's given me advice and…read moreit's proven to be very valuable. Without going into private details, I want to say thank you Phillip. You're an asset to your profession. There aren't many criminal defense lawyers as passionate and diligent as you are!

Ms. Crawford provided excellent advice and brought a few things to my attention I was unaware of…read more She has prepared me to protect my young son's rights and was very positive and professional. Based on her advice, I likely will not need to retain her services, but if I do, I know my son is in good hands.