Law Office of Steven L. Crawford

Honest, Experienced, Aggressive Criminal Attorney

This lawyer is licensed to practice in California and has no record of discipline from the California bar association.*

Firm Overview

My firm focuses in the area of criminal defense, personal injury, and estate planning.

I have been a sole practitioner since January 2002. We were established to assist those in need of representation in the criminal courts; however, we have expanded to assist those in civil court as well.

Example cases

I was lead counsel in a jury trial that lasted in excess of six months. My client was charged with 156 Felony counts as well as multiple misdemeanor counts. The court dismissed more than 100 of the counts prior to defense's case. They jury came back with a verdict of guilty of one felony count and one misdemeanor count. I have tried numerous cases from complex felonies to more simply misdemeanor and DUIs. I am comfortable in the courtroom and that is where I prefer to spend my time.

Main Office

Main
148 North 13th Street
Suite 250
Grover Beach CA 93433

Phone

(805) 458-6312

Fax

(805) 489-2001

Websites

http://www.stevecrawfordlaw.com

Fees

Free Initial Consultation?

Free telephonic consultation and free personal consultation on personal injury cases.

Services Offered For Fixed Fees?

I offer a free telephonic consultation at the beginning of each case to determine if the client and I are compatible. I will charge hourly or flat fee, dependent on the case and the client.

Typical Fees:

DUIs usually costs between $1,500 and $2,500.

Misdemeanor Cases usually cost between $1,500 and $2,000.

Felony Cases usually cost between $2,500 and $5,000, depending upon complexity. If cases are set for jury trial, costs will exceed those expressed.

Hourly Rates

$200.

Office Information

Office Hours

Monday through Friday
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Available weekends and after hours by appointment only.

Office Manager

Monica.

Emergency After Hours

Yes

Languages Spoken

I have a Spanish interpreter available by appointment.

How did your firm decide on the primary area of practice(s)?

I was interested in trying cases and helping those who needed the most help in society. I am not interested in sitting behind a desk and watching the law develop; I want to be an active part of developing that law.

What is your firm's point of view regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?

The more educated a client is, the better they understand their legal situation and the better they can assist their attorney in their case. I try to provide my clients with all the information they need to make informed decisions about their cases.

Is your firm willing to review documents prepared by clients?

I am always willing to review documents for clients and advise them in connection with those documents.

Is your firm willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?

In general, I am unwilling to coach those clients who represent themselves because I believe that all litigants need the professional services of an attorney. However, I have, on occasion given advice to those who choose to represent themselves.

Steven Crawford

Steven L. Crawford

1993-2000: Associate, Law Office of Katherine Hart.
2001-2002: Managing Partner, Crawford, Hogue & McClelland LLP.
2002-present: Sole Practitioner.
Note: Between 2005 and 2009 I was the owner/operator of the Unknown Surf Shop in Pismo Beach, CA. I balanced the retail shop with my practice during those years.

I have been in want and I have had plenty. I do not judge those around me because I was once in their shoes. I have worked as a car wash, food service provider, and have owned a retail establishment (surf shop). My work experience spans from the time I was 14 until now and I know that the work force is what makes this world go around. I use these life experiences to assist clients in their cases as well as fight for their rights as citizens.

I am a relentless advocate as well as a consummate competitor. I use common sense and life experience to dictate the direction of an argument or a case. Honesty, integrity, and loyalty are essential in my line of work and I strive to make those primary parts of my practice.

Personal interests:

I enjoy time with family, my wife and four children. I enjoy coaching junior Olympic softball, surfing, and all sports.

License

Bar Number: 166488
California , 1993

Education

San Joaquin College of Law
Juris Doctorate , 1993
Fresno, CA
1st Place Moot Court Appellate Brief.
Fresno City College
Associate of Arts , 1992
Fresno, CA

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