Barry A. Zimmerman
Law Offices of Barry A. Zimmerman
1515 Lincoln Way
Auburn, CA 95603
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Phone: (530) 823-0705 | Fax: (530) 889-1711
http://bazlaw.com
Experience You Can Trust
Legal Topic
Personal Injury
Preferred New Clients
My preferred clients are those that have suffered serious personal injuries and whose cases arise in the Sacramento, Placer, Nevada, and El Dorado County areas. If you've suffered a serious personal injury, you need a serious lawyer. Contact our office now.
Sub-Topics
Accidents & Personal Injury
- Construction Site Injuries
- Slip & Fall
Car Accident
- Auto Accident
- Whiplash
Dangerous Property
Intentional Injuries
- Dog Bites & Animal Attacks
Mass Accidents
- Airplanes
- Mass Transit - Bus, Train, Subway
Medical Malpractice
- Anesthesia Malpractice
- Birth Injuries and Defects
- Cosmetic Surgery
- Dental Malpractice
- Elder and Nursing Home Abuse
- Emergency Room Errors
- HMO Managed Case
- Lasik Eye Surgery
- Medication Malpractice
- Nursing Home Negligence
- Optometry Malpractice
- Prescription/Drug Malpractice
- Psychiatric Malpractice
- Spinal Cord Injury
- Surgical Errors
- Wrong Diagnosis or Misdiagnosis
Personal Injury Mediation/Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
Product Liability
- Design Defects
- Manufacturing Defects
Wrongful Death
Legal Topic
Criminal Defense
Preferred New Clients
My goal is to aggressively defend individuals charged with misdemeanor or felony offenses and obtain a successful verdict or settlement.
Sub-Topics
Abuse
- Child Abuse
- Domestic Violence
- Elder Abuse
Aiding, Abetting, Accessory, Conspiracy
Automotive
- Driving with a Suspended License
- Driving without a License
- DUI / DWI
- Felony Auto Accidents
- Open Container
Computer Crimes
- Hacking
Criminal Records
- Expungement or Expunction
Drug Crime
- Drug Cultivation & Manufacturing
- Drug Possession
- Intent to Distribute Drugs
- Intent to Sell Drugs
- Medical Marijuana
False Identification
Firearms & Weapons
- Illegal Possession or Transportation
- Other Weapons & Devices
Fraud & Financial Crimes
- Bank Fraud
- Checks & Credit Cards
- Embezzlement
- Extortion
- Forgery
- Identity Theft
- Insurance Claims
Misdemeanors
Parole
Perjury
Plea Negotiation
Probation
Property Crimes
- Arson
- Burglary
- Embezzlement
- Larceny
- Shoplifting
- Theft
- Trespass
- Vandalism
Search & Seizure
Sex Crimes
- Abduction
- Child Abuse
- Child Pornography
- Indecent Exposure
- Prostitution, Solicitation, & Pandering
- Rape
- Sexual Assault
- Stalking
Victims' Rights
Violent Crimes
- Assault & Battery
- Domestic Violence
- Extortion
- Kidnapping
- Manslaughter
- Murder
- Robbery
Bar Admissions
CA, Jul 1987
Bar Number: 129208
Specialty Certifications
Criminal Law Specialist, State Bar of California
Other Court Admissions
California State Courts, Eastern District of California Federal Court, California Supreme Court
Association Memberships
Placer County Bar Association, State Bar of California
Continuing Education
As a certified specialist in Criminal Law by the State Bar of California, I am required to devote a substantial part of my practice to criminal defense work including trials, contested hearings, writs and appeals. I attend over 20 hours of continuing education every year covering updates in cases ranging from DUI to Murder.
Papers and Publications
I have been a contributing writer to the Placer County Bar Association newsletter and served as Bar President in 2000. I have argued before the California Court of Appeal and California Supreme Court. I have been attorney of record in two published appellate decisions, People v. Sargent and People v. Brackett.
Example Cases
In People v. Albert Heredia, we successfully obtained a dismissal of all charges in a gang related drive by shooting case with life imprisonment exposure.
In People v. Elledge we won a motion to dismiss all charges in a case involving felony threats on a police officer. We have a proven record of not guilty verdicts in cases ranging from DUI to Serious Felonies. We have never lost a civil personal injury case at trial. Our recent successes include a $700,000 settlement against Round Table Pizza for a wrongful death caused by a delivery car.
A $300,000 settlement for a construction worker injured at a job site; and a $600,000 settlement for a school bus driver rear ended on the highway.
Education
Golden Gate University, School of Law
J.D.
San Francisco
CA
1986
Public Interest Law Graduate
University of California, Santa Barbara
B.A.
Santa Barbara
CA
1983
Student Government, Isla Vista Legal Clinic, Double Major in Law & Society and Communications
Number of Attorneys
2
State Licensed In
California
Firm Focus and History
The Law Offices of Barry Zimmerman was started in 1994, in Placer County, California. Over the last 12 years, we have focused on representing individuals charged with crimes and individuals who are hurt and injured in the Placer, Sacramento, and Nevada County areas.
Previous Employment Summary
Prior to starting my own law firm in 1994, I was a Deputy Public Defender for the County of Placer from 1991 to 1994. Between 1988 to 1991, I was an associate attorney for the elite personal injury law firm of Friedman, Collard & Poswall in Sacramento, California. Between 1986 and 1988 I was a research attorney for the Sacramento Superior Court and a summer law clerk for the Hon. Lawrence Karlton, Federal District Court, Eastern District of California.
Activities and Awards
I am a pro tem judge in Placer County. I act as an arbitrator for Placer County and Nevada County.
What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?
I often encourage clients to handle minor matters on their own where it would be uneconomical to retain an attorney. I frequently educate clients about small claims court, restraining orders and minor traffic offenses.
Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?
I encourage clients to prepare factual summaries of their cases for my review. I often direct clients to judicial council forms for handling their own matters.
Are you willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?
I am willing to educate clients about small claims court, restraining orders and minor traffic offenses.
Why did you decide to be a lawyer?
To help individuals seek justice and level the playing field against the government, corporations, insurance companies and businesses.
What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?
My entire career has helped me to be a better human being and thus a better lawyer.
Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?
To help individuals who may be underdogs overcome seemingly more powerful odds.
What do you like best about your career?
Achieving a result that brings justice to my client is the best.
Tell us about your law firm:
My legal assistant, Lori Burgess, has been with my office for the last 7 years. My attorney associate, Michael Dudley, has been handling criminal cases for my firm since July, 2003.
What are your strengths and style?
Hard work, dedication, preparation, and patience.
I pay personal attention to all aspects of your case.
Personal Interests:
I enjoy music, sports, and travel.
Office Manager/Assistant
Tammy Donley
Fax
(530) 889-1711
Office Hours
Monday through Friday
8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Emergency After Hours
Yes
Foreign Languages
Limited Spanish
Fixed-Price Services and Fees
I handle personal injury cases on a contingency fee basis.
Hourly Rates
My fees in criminal cases are always negotiable and I do take credit cards and accept payment plans.
Free Initial Consultation?
I offer free initial consultations in all cases.
Typical Retainer
All fees are negotiable.
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