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Amy Morell

Amy Morell

Morell Law Office
24301 Southland Drive
Suite 620
Hayward, CA 94545

Phone: (510) 293-9440 http://www.duigoddess.com
http://www.legalhelpfordui.com

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DUI Defense Expert

Legal Topic

Criminal Defense

Preferred New Clients

DUI Defense only.

Sub-Categories

Automotive
  • DUI
  • Felony Auto Accidents
  • Open Container
  • Driving with a Suspended License
  • Driving without a License
  • DWI

Bar Admissions

CA, Jun 1995
Bar Number: 176999

Other Court Admissions

United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit.

Association Memberships

Board Member, California DUI Lawyer's Association.

Continuing Education

I attend Continuing Legal Education seminars focusing on DUI Defense.

Papers and Publications

Women's Defenders Newsletter.

Example Cases

People v J.C.
Refusal DUI - acquitted after jury trial.

Education

Degree:

BS

School:

University of Tennessee, Knoxville

City:

Knoxville

State:

TN

Year:

1989

 

Degree:

JD

School:

California Western School of Law

City:

San Diego

State:

CA

Year:

1994

Number of Attorneys

1

State Licensed In

California

Firm Focus and History

DUI Defense.

The Morell Law Office opened in 1996.

Previous Employment Summary

Marin County District Attorney's Office.

Activities and Awards

Judge Pro Tem Alameda County Superior Court; Pro Bono work for ALRP; AVVO-Rated Superb.

What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?

Well, it depends on where the information comes from. Generally, it is a good idea.

Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?

No, thank you.

Are you willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?

No, thank you.

Why did you decide to be a lawyer?

To help people.

What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?

All work and life experiences have shaped me to be the lawyer I am and will be.

Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?

DUI Defense is exciting and complicated, and I primarily prosecuted these cases in the beginning of my career.

What do you like best about your career?

Helping people.

Tell us about your law firm:

I handle all of my cases personally. I have the best assistant in the world -- she runs the office.

What are your strengths and style?

Master negotiator and my styles changes depending on the situation -- thorough investigation is key to winning DUIs.

Personal Interests:

Horseback riding, spending time with my twins, wife and two terriers.

Office Manager/Assistant

Yes, Stephanie Schulman.

Office Hours

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

For emergency after hours, please call 1-877-366-9440.

Emergency After Hours

Yes

Additional Offices

San Jose, and Pleasanton, CA
Offices located throughout Northern California including
including Fremont, Oakland,
San Jose, and Pleasanton, CA

Fixed-Price Services and Fees

Fixed flat fee.

Hourly Rates

Not applicable.

Free Initial Consultation?

Yes, 30 minutes.

Typical Retainer

Not applicable.

Understanding Fees

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