Defending Your Rights

We are proud to list our prices here on our website specifically because we believe in being transparent with you.  We want you to know what to expect before you ever speak to us.  There is nothing worse than a website that says "call for prices".  We are well aware that attorneys around town could use this to lower their prices and try to price is right us, but we have put a lot of effort into determining how much we should charge.  If we lost any clients to the Wal-Mart of law firms, that is something we can live with.  We hope you appreciate our approach, and promise we will always be straightforward and honest with you.  

If you are facing a DUI, we are here to help.  Anyone can get a DUI, and throughout the process, the police, the DA, and the Judge are all ready to wag their fingers at you for what could have happened.  The entire system is ready to shoehorn you into a one size fits all approach that does not take into account who you are or what happened.  The DA's do not dismiss these cases, and would sooner lose at trial than risk the bad press of dismissing a DUI.  You need someone to defend you who will treat you like a person and not another case.  Our DUI laws are written to stack the deck against you.  An experienced defense attorney can make the difference.  The major deadline that you have when you are arrested is that you have ten days to request a DMV hearing or else you will waive it forever.  Don't delay to contact an attorney.  Book a Consultation

Whether you are facing a felony or a misdemeanor in San Luis Obispo, we have the experience to put you in the best position possible.  You cannot expect to make a decision about your future if you don't have an attorney who is going to make sure you have all the information you need.  You may be in a position where you don't need to hire an attorney, we are committed to being honest about that up front. The criminal justice system is a meat grinder, don't face it alone.  Put experience on your side! Book a Consultation

Domestic violence allegations can be heart wrenching.  An argument that got out of control can quickly spiral into a situation where everyone loses control of the situation.  Once law enforcement is called, someone is going to jail, and the district attorney can and will file and prosecute a case whether the alleged victim wants that to happen or not.  Often times, you need a defense attorney to stop the police and DA from acting like they know what is best for your relationship and your lives.  Book a Consultation

Our drug laws can be wholly unfair.  Because of changes in the law, a simple possession is now a felony if you have at least two prior convictions of possession.  You can be accused of selling drugs just because of the amount of drugs you have, or if you shared them with someone without financial compensation.  The goal of the police and the DA is always to build a record so the next time you come back they can increase your jail or prison time.  It is not always hopeless, and sometimes people just need an opportunity for the right program, or to tell the whole story and give you a chance rather than just warehouse you in a jail or prison.  Having an attorney who will listen to you and fight to give you a chance can make all the difference.  Book a Consultation

Probation Violations or PRCS violations will always be used as leverage against you, especially if there is a new case.  Probation has a tremendous amount of power in San Luis Obispo, and the Judges defer to them way too often.  If you have a pending probation or PRCS violation, the Judges frequently refuse to give you an opportunity to bail out.  Keeping you in custody applies pressure to you to take a deal, which is the whole point.  Don't face this system alone, where jail time seems to be the only solution they offer.  Book a Consultation

Your past does not define you, and past convictions should not follow you around for the rest of your life.  California allows for your criminal convictions to be expunged, and the DA always seems to try and find a reason to object or delay that relief.  You need an experienced attorney to help convince a Judge to grant you relief.  An expungement effectively withdraws a former no contest plea, and then dismisses your case.  Don't let those past convictions stand in the way of getting a job or moving on with your life.  Book a Consultation

Divorce is a really hard process. We have been there. Our advice is always going to be to act like the adult in the room.  If you are going through the process, get out as quick and clean as possible rather than relitigating the past. Fighting over the past will be expensive, and will not get you a material advantage.  You do not want to lengthen this process.  We offer flat fees everywhere we can to give you transparency and certainty.  This is the only type of consultation we charge you for because we know some people intentionally book consultations just to prevent their partner from obtaining good local counsel.  We don't play those games and ask you not to do that as well.  Let's focus instead on resolving your case as painlessly as possible so you can move on with your life.  Book a Consultation

Restraining orders are a powerful too to either get and keep someone out of your life, or can be used as a tool to weaponize the legal system.  The Judge can only make a decision based upon the evidence presented.  You need a lawyer who knows how to collect and present the evidence needed to support your position, and ensure its admissibility so the Judge can make the right decision.  If things have reached the point where you are litigating a restraining order, you need an experienced attorney to put you in the best position possible. Book a Consultation

The military justice machine is unforgiving. Whether you are facing a courts martial,  Article 15, or discharge proceeding, you need an experienced military lawyer on your side.  You get free detailed military counsel, but often times those attorneys are a few years out from law school.  They could be very good attorneys, but without the experience you need.  Don't risk your future, your retirement, your life on someone who is still learning.  Book a Consultation