Steven L. Crawford
Law Office of Steven L. Crawford
148 North 13th Street
Suite 250
Grover Beach, CA 93433
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Phone: (805) 458-6312 | Fax: (805) 489-2001
http://www.stevecrawfordlaw.com
Honest, Experienced, Aggressive Criminal Attorney
Legal Topic
Criminal Defense
Preferred New Clients
Information coming soon.
Legal Topic
Personal Injury
Preferred New Clients
Information coming soon.
Bar Admissions
CA, Dec 1993
Bar Number: 166488
Other Court Admissions
California State Courts including California Supreme Court, Federal District-Eastern District of California, and Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals.
Association Memberships
American Bar Association, California State Bar, San Luis Obispo County Bar Association, Fresno County Bar Association, and California Association of Criminal Justice.
Continuing Education
I attend the Capital Case Seminar in Monterey, California every year to keep abreast of legal developments. I participate in federal panels for Continuing Education of the Bar (CEB) as well as monthly classes on the development of federal law.
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.
Education
San Joaquin College of Law
Juris Doctorate
Fresno
CA
1993
Top 10% of my class.
1st Place Moot Court Appellate Brief.
Fresno City College
Associate of Arts
Fresno
CA
1992
Number of Attorneys
1
State Licensed In
California.
Firm Focus and History
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.
Previous Employment Summary
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.
Activities and Awards
Member of the Complex Criminal Panel for the Federal Courts, Eastern District of California; Member of the felony panel for the County of San Luis Obispo; and Member of the Capital Panel for the California Supreme Court.
What is your opinion 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.
Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?
I am always willing to review documents for clients and advise them in connection with those documents.
Are you 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.
Why did you decide to be a lawyer?
I decided I wanted to help those who couldn't help themselves. I come from a background where we were always in need and couldn't seem to find someone to help. As the middle child of 12, I decided that I would spend my life in service to others. I am the first in my family to graduate from college and the only one to secure a graduate degree.
What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?
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.
Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?
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 do you like best about your career?
The ability to help the neediest in society. To stand up for those people who no one else wants to stand up for. I also enjoy the ability to constantly use my mind to develop arguments and to shape law.
Tell us about your law firm:
I am a solo practitioner and have been so since 2002. I have worked as an associate and as a partner in a law firm and find that the solo practice gives me more freedom to pick and choose the cases I will take as well as allowing freedom to also live my life with my wife and children.
What are your strengths and style?
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.
Office Manager/Assistant
Monica.
Fax
(805) 489-2001
Office Hours
Monday through Friday
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Available weekends and after hours by appointment only.
Emergency After Hours
Yes
Foreign Languages
I have a Spanish interpreter available by appointment.
Fixed-Price Services and 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.
Free Initial Consultation?
Free telephonic consultation and free personal consultation on personal injury cases.
Typical Retainer
A typical retainer equals one half of the estimated fee.
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