Criminal Defense

I represent all clients who have been charged or are seeking advice regarding any possible criminal liability.

Criminal Defense

• Aiding, Abetting, Accessory, Conspiracy
• Appeals
• Environmental Violations
• Felonies
• False Identification
• Truancy
• Military Crimes (UCMJ)
• Misdemeanors
• Parole
• Probation
• Probation
• Perjury
• Plea Negotiation
• Search & Seizure
• Victims' Rights

Abuse

• Animal Abuse
• Child Abuse
• Domestic Violence
• Elder Abuse

Automotive

• DUI
• Felony Auto Accidents

Computer Crimes

• Hacking
• Malicious Code
• Unauthorized Access

Criminal Records

• Expungement or Expunction

Drugs

• Drug Cultivation & Manufacturing
• Drug Possession
• Intent to Distribute Drugs
• Intent to Sell Drugs

Firearms & Weapons

• Constitutional Rights Defense
• Illegal Possession or Transportation
• Other Weapons & Devices

Fraud & Financial Crimes

• Bank Fraud
• Checks & Credit Cards
• Corporate Espionage & Sabotage
• Embezzlement
• Extortion
• Forgery
• Identity Theft
• Insider Trading
• Insurance Claims
• Money Laundering
• Public Offerings
• Racketeering & RICO
• Securities Fraud
• Smuggling
• Trade Secrets
• Wire Transfer

Property Crimes

• Arson
• Burglary
• Embezzlement
• Larceny
• Shoplifting
• Theft
• Trespass
• Vandalism

Sex Crimes

• Abduction
• Child Abuse
• Child Pornography
• Indecent Exposure
• Prostitution, Solicitation, & Pandering
• Rape
• Sexual Assault
• Stalking
• Trafficking in Women

Violent Crimes

• Assault & Battery
• Domestic Violence
• Extortion
• Kidnapping
• Manslaughter
• Murder
• Robbery

MA, Nov 1969
Bar Number: 369660

CA, Dec 1973
Bar Number: 57889

NY, Apr 1971
Bar Number: 1923903

DC, Apr 1971
Bar Number: 88138

Federal District Court, Eastern District Ca, Northern District Ca, D.C. District Court of Appeals, D.C. Circuit, Ninth Circuit

California, New York, Massachusetts, District of Columbia

I attend continuing education primarily in the areas I emphasize in my practice.

Clients are always informed that all cases are not taken to trial and that often negotiation and alternative sentencing often lead to the best result for the client. The last two cases that have gone to trial recently, a child molest case and a manslaughter case; have brought favorable results to each of the clients. It must be kept in mind that prosecutors in their wisdom file cases where they believe convictions are warranted where acquittals appear unlikely, and to achieve the best results for a client the decision to try a case has to be weighed heavily as to the punishment in the face of a possible better alternative.

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California, New York, Massachusetts, District of Columbia

My firm is dedicated to finding the solution in the best interest of the client utilizing every aspect of our expertise both through negotiation and in the Courthouse.
Our firm was established in 1977 when it became associated with two major labor-side labor firms. It was our job to handle all the individual legal needs of our large constituent union members. Services rendered included Criminal Law, Family Law, Administrative Law, Will Drafting, Will Contests, Juvenile Law, advice to the limit of our knowledge in areas of non-expertise and referrals where necessary. During the 1980's and into the 1990's we also had an extensive practice in the area of Personal Injury and Employment Law and expanded our firm to three lawyers and support personnel. During this time we were also called upon to further address clients' needs with regard to Appeals. In recent years the firm has down-sized but still maintains its relationship with the labor firms. In doing so, our emphasis has become mainly Criminal Law with Family and Administrative Law interspersed. We hope to continue these emphases henceforth.

I was first employed as an associate in a New York City law firm whose expertise was in the area of Construction and Military contracts when I graduated. Thereafter, I worked for N.L.S.P. in Washington D.C. and SFNLAF in San Francisco. Both were Federally funded Legal Services Agencies serving those who were unable to afford legal services and who often desperately were in need of such services. It was here that I was most able to fulfill my need to assist those who needed my help and was the basis for my interest in Criminal Law where people are always in need and often desperate to be helped. Thereafter, I began servicing the needs of union members. In my thirty plus years of experience I have taken cases involving every aspect of Criminal Law.

At one point, I was employed by a private company to evaluate Federally funded legal services programs. In the course of my career, I have done extensive pro-bono work both through the Bar Association and for individuals who were down on their luck, when possible.

(415) 434-4449

Monday through Friday
9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Evening and Weekend appointments available

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Please contact our office at (415) 215-3450 to speak to someone in Mandarin.

We do not have fees that are fixed. We must first analyze the case as to the complexity and the time it would likely involve before setting forth a fee. In Criminal cases, a flat fee will be required. In other areas of our practice we bill by the hour. Our rate varies between $250-$350 per hour depending on complexity. In each and every instance we offer a free consultation up to forty-five minutes.

$250 - $350

In each and every instance we offer a free consultation up to forty-five minutes.

Depending on complexity of the case.