Chastaine Jones
Chastaine Jones law office offers outstanding legal service to clients charged with criminal misconduct. We believe in fairness and integrity. We take on law enforcement and the machinery of government without reservation to protect your rights.
This lawyer is licensed to practice in California and has no record of discipline from the California bar association. *
Chastaine Jones
Chastaine Jones law office offers outstanding legal service to clients charged with criminal misconduct. We believe in fairness and integrity. We take on law enforcement and the machinery of government without reservation to protect your rights.
This lawyer is licensed to practice in California and has no record of discipline from the California bar association. *
The law office of Chastaine Jones Criminal Defense Attorneys provides the top-ranked and dedicated legal counsel, advocacy, and support from the law office in Gold River. We promise excellent care and support to a diverse range of clients across our region who are accused of felony or misdemeanor offenses.
The preeminent criminal defense attorney Michael Chastaine established Chastaine Law, and now the new owner superior attorney Martin Jones has taken over his legacy as Chastaine Jones Criminal Defense Attorneys Law Firm. Combined, our lawyers have more than 53 years of total legal experience and have achieved a long record of securing successful outcomes for our clients inside and outside the courtroom.
Chastaine Jones Law firm has become one of our region's leading full-service legal practices for those dealing with complex, pressing challenges arising in any of the following areas:
Sexual Crimes
Federal Cases
White-Collar Crimes
Murder and Attempted Murder
Domestic Violence
Drug Crimes
Assault and Battery
Gun Charges
Various Criminal Offenses
Expungement and Tier Relief
Sentence Modification
Felony Reduction
DUI and Driving Crimes
Our lawyers have earned designation on Expertise's Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Folsom list in honor of our remarkable professionalism and outstanding client service. In addition, we have been included in the Top 10 Criminal Defense Attorneys in California rankings by the National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys. We have also held a "Superb" client rating on Avvo and have been listed on U.S. News & World Report's Best Law Firms list for criminal defense. Chastaine Jones has been chosen one of the Best Law Firms in 2023 by U.S. News & World Report Magazine.
Criminal Charges may be scary and affects everyone in your circle. So, let us help you and take the worry from you. It is about your future, and it is about your freedom. Working with Chastaine Jones Criminal Defense Attorneys gives you access to some of the best representation available.
You can contact our law office to schedule a consultation to begin the process. We will be by your side from the beginning to the end and beyond. You will be safe with us and get the best results from our legal team.
Main Office
2377 Gold Meadow Way, Suite 100
Gold River, CA 95670
(916) 932-7150
We offer a free initial consultation to qualified people.
We offer some services at fixed rates and others by the hour. During your free consultation, our attorneys will be able to quote you based on your case.
M-F 9 am to 5 pm
Aysegul (AJ) Jones
Yes
English, Spanish
The law office of Chastaine Jones Criminal Defense Attorneys provides the top-ranked and dedicated legal counsel, advocacy, and support from the law office in Gold River. We promise fearless and compassionate defense.
The preeminent criminal defense attorney Michael Chastaine established Chastaine Law, and now the new owner, superior attorney Martin Jones has taken over his legacy as Chastaine Jones Criminal Defense Attorneys Law Firm. Combined, our lawyers have more than 53 years of total legal experience and have achieved a long record of securing successful outcomes for our clients inside and outside the courtroom.Our lawyers have earned the designation on Expertise's Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Folsom list in honor of our remarkable professionalism and outstanding client service. In addition, we have been included in the Top 10 Criminal Defense Attorneys in California rankings by the National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys. We have also held a "Superb" client rating on Avvo and have been listed on U.S. News & World Report's Best Law Firms list for criminal defense. Chastaine Jones has been chosen one of the Best Law Firms in 2023 by U.S. News & World Report Magazine.
Chastaine Jones Law firm has become one of our region's leading full-service legal practices for those dealing with complex, pressing challenges arising in any of the following areas:
⢠Sexual Crimes
⢠Federal Cases
⢠White-Collar Crimes
⢠Murder and Attempted Murder
⢠Domestic Violence
⢠Drug Crimes
⢠Assault and Battery
⢠Gun Charges
⢠Various Criminal Offenses
⢠Expungement and Tier Relief
⢠Sentence Modification
⢠Felony Reduction
⢠DUI and Driving Crimes
Our process is unique.
We are proud to employ the D.E.F.E.N.D.S. approach in every case.
Discover
Our job is to actively and aggressively locate and discover all the information possible in a case.
Evidence
The key to any defense case is gathering all the evidence. There is often far more evidence than clients and even prosecutors realize. In DUI cases, for example, we use subpoenas to gather any video / audio evidence, calibration logs for the breathalyzer, and any supplemental reports. We employ investigators to interview witnesses overlooked by the police. Once the evidence is gathered, the next phase begins.
Find the Weakness
After all the evidence has been gathered, the attorneys at The Chastaine Law Office collectively evaluate the evidence to find any weaknesses. Every case is reviewed by all the attorneys in the office, giving you the benefit of getting multiple attorneys and perspectives for the price of one. By employing our experiences, they will also scour the evidence for possible constitutional violations and defenses for your specific charges.
Enter Negotiations
With all the evidence in and the analysis complete, we enter into negotiations with the prosecutor. Sometimes there are enough weaknesses in the prosecutionâs case that we are able to get a dismissal. In other cases we use whatever facts we can to mitigate any punishment. Getting you the best resolution possible is our highest priority. Sometimes, the only viable option is to fight the case and set it for trial. Only through skilled negotiations can the best options be determined.
Dismissal
The goal in every case is always the same: to have the case dismissed. We do everything we can to beat the case up front and get that dismissal without you ever having to plead guilty, but thatâs not always possible. What is almost always possible is to have the case dismissed after you have successfully completed probation. Getting a dismissal after probation helps protect your record and is the final step in putting this case behind you.
Support
We are here to support you through every step of the process. We are here to answer questions and educate you about the process. Any conviction will come with conditions of probation. We help you keep track of and fulfill every one of those conditions. We will call you to remind you of important dates / deadlines and answer questions you have. Our commitment to customer service never ends!
Martin Jones has two decades of experience as a Criminal Defense Attorney. Prior to leaving the Placer Public Defender's Office he was the Assistant Chief Defense Attorney and Felony Supervisor. Martin left the Public Defender's office because he wanted to have more time to focus on individual client needs. He believes that excellent representation requires clients to have the ability to access and communicate with their attorney. He believes that clients are not just numbers to be processed, but people who deserve to be treated with respect and compassion. Martin has an impeccable reputation and thrives on getting the best result possible, no matter what the charges are.
Martin Jones has handled more than almost 70 jury trials and represented thousands of clients. He has handled all types of cases from DUIs, theft, fraud, drug possession and trafficking, arson, domestic violence, evading the police, assaults with deadly weapons, weapons offenses, criminal threats, sexual assault, kidnapping, and murder. He has is qualified to handle cases involving the death penalty and has handled several high-profile cases where he was able to save his clients from death row. He is experienced in handling matters involving highly specialized areas of the law such as sexually violent predators and mentally disordered offenders.
Martin received a bachelor's in science Degree in Biochemistry, and his training gives him deep insight into cases with complex forensic evidence, including DNA and medical evidence. Martin served as a clerk to esteemed jurist William F. Rylaarsdam in the 4th District Court of Appeal and wrote several opinions for the Appellate Court. He regularly attends capital case training and is a graduate of Gerry Spence's Trial Lawyer's College Defense of the Damned training in 2018.
B.S in Biochemistry from Cal State, Fullerton, NSF/REU grant
Graduated with top honors from Western State Law School, Fullerton,
CA, Dean's List, Witkin Award, and Law Review Notes Editor
Member of the State Bar of California, admitted to the U.S. District
Court for the Eastern District of California's
Board Member of the Placer Food Bank, Chairman of the Board, 2017
- 2019
Board Member and Secretary of CalBike, 2022- present
Martin is an avid cyclist who enjoys giving back to the cycling community as a Board Member of
the California Bicycle Coalition. He is also a beginning runner who gets plenty of miles
attempting to train his energetic Brittany Spaniel JoJo.
Bar Number: 250598
California, 2007
Western State University, College of Law
JD, 2004
Martin Jones has two decades of experience as a Criminal Defense Attorney. Prior to leaving the Placer Public Defender's Office he was the Assistant Chief Defense Attorney and Felony Supervisor. Martin left the Public Defender's office because he wanted to have more time to focus on individual client needs. He believes that excellent representation requires clients to have the ability to access and communicate with their attorney. He believes that clients are not just numbers to be processed, but people who deserve to be treated with respect and compassion. Martin has an impeccable reputation and thrives on getting the best result possible, no matter what the charges are.
Martin Jones has handled more than almost 70 jury trials and represented thousands of clients. He has handled all types of cases from DUIs, theft, fraud, drug possession and trafficking, arson, domestic violence, evading the police, assaults with deadly weapons, weapons offenses, criminal threats, sexual assault, kidnapping, and murder. He has is qualified to handle cases involving the death penalty and has handled several high-profile cases where he was able to save his clients from death row. He is experienced in handling matters involving highly specialized areas of the law such as sexually violent predators and mentally disordered offenders.
Martin received a bachelor's in science Degree in Biochemistry, and his training gives him deep insight into cases with complex forensic evidence, including DNA and medical evidence. Martin served as a clerk to esteemed jurist William F. Rylaarsdam in the 4th District Court of Appeal and wrote several opinions for the Appellate Court. He regularly attends capital case training and is a graduate of Gerry Spence's Trial Lawyer's College Defense of the Damned training in 2018.
B.S in Biochemistry from Cal State, Fullerton, NSF/REU grant
Graduated with top honors from Western State Law School, Fullerton,
CA, Dean's List, Witkin Award, and Law Review Notes Editor
Member of the State Bar of California, admitted to the U.S. District
Court for the Eastern District of California's
Board Member of the Placer Food Bank, Chairman of the Board, 2017
- 2019
Board Member and Secretary of CalBike, 2022- present
Martin is an avid cyclist who enjoys giving back to the cycling community as a Board Member of
the California Bicycle Coalition. He is also a beginning runner who gets plenty of miles
attempting to train his energetic Brittany Spaniel JoJo.
Bar Number: 250598
California, 2007
Western State University, College of Law JD, 2004
Mr. Chastaine began his career as a Deputy Public Defender for Santa Clara County and worked there for 11 years along with five years in the county Alternate Defender Office. After which he served six years as counsel to a well-respected private practice firm in Sacramento.
Attorney Michael Chastaine has extensive expertise in all manner of cases including sexual misconduct, homicides, registration issues, Megans Law, driving under the influence, crimes of violence, white collar crimes and more. He provides outstanding representation for adult and juvenile clients in state and federal courts, as well as various professional licensing boards. Attorney Chastaine's representation also includes post-conviction appeals and writs, appearances before the Third and Sixth Appellate Districts, as well as the California Supreme Court.
Few lawyers have the trial experience that Mr. Chastaine brings to the representation of his clients. Over the three decades he has served as a criminal defense attorney, he has tried over 80 cases and he has become known as one of this areas top sex crimes attorney.
His mission is to provide every client the best possible representation with fairness and integrity while taking on law enforcement and the machinery of government without reservation.
Santa Clara University School of Law
JD, 1985
Mr. Chastaine began his career as a Deputy Public Defender for Santa Clara County and worked there for 11 years along with five years in the county Alternate Defender Office. After which he served six years as counsel to a well-respected private practice firm in Sacramento.
Attorney Michael Chastaine has extensive expertise in all manner of cases including sexual misconduct, homicides, registration issues, Megans Law, driving under the influence, crimes of violence, white collar crimes and more. He provides outstanding representation for adult and juvenile clients in state and federal courts, as well as various professional licensing boards. Attorney Chastaine's representation also includes post-conviction appeals and writs, appearances before the Third and Sixth Appellate Districts, as well as the California Supreme Court.
Few lawyers have the trial experience that Mr. Chastaine brings to the representation of his clients. Over the three decades he has served as a criminal defense attorney, he has tried over 80 cases and he has become known as one of this areas top sex crimes attorney.
His mission is to provide every client the best possible representation with fairness and integrity while taking on law enforcement and the machinery of government without reservation.
Santa Clara University School of Law JD, 1985
Attorney Jessica Davis comes to Northern California from Washington DC where she studied primarily national security and criminal law at Georgetown University Law Center. Jessica has worked with top organizations including Department of Homeland Security and United States Commission on Civil Rights and the American Bar Association Death Penalty Due Process Review Project. Jessica works on general criminal matters, including narcotic cases. Jessica is a creative problem solver when it comes to advocating for her clients. She gets deep into the details of her cases to build the best strategy for each client. Jessica has an unmatched work ethic and gives every client the respect and attention they need. In her time off, Jessica spends much of her time training in martial arts. She also loves hip-hop and being in the water --swimming, scuba diving, surfing and swimming with sharks --as much as she can.
Institution: Georgetown University Law Center
J.D.,
Attorney Jessica Davis comes to Northern California from Washington DC where she studied primarily national security and criminal law at Georgetown University Law Center. Jessica has worked with top organizations including Department of Homeland Security and United States Commission on Civil Rights and the American Bar Association Death Penalty Due Process Review Project. Jessica works on general criminal matters, including narcotic cases. Jessica is a creative problem solver when it comes to advocating for her clients. She gets deep into the details of her cases to build the best strategy for each client. Jessica has an unmatched work ethic and gives every client the respect and attention they need. In her time off, Jessica spends much of her time training in martial arts. She also loves hip-hop and being in the water --swimming, scuba diving, surfing and swimming with sharks --as much as she can.
Institution: Georgetown University Law Center J.D.,
James Ryan started his career in criminal law by majoring in Criminal Justice at California State University, Sacramento, and graduated magna cum laude. James went on to join the California Highway Patrol as a Cadet but decided to pursue going to law school. However, his training and background have proved useful while working in criminal defense, and the insights gained have guided him during his practice.
James has worked at the Office of the Federal Defender, Eastern District, as a Certified Law Clerk, where he managed multiple cases from assignment until completion and represented clients in court from arraignment to sentencing for federal and state misdemeanor crimes. His work included legal research, motion writing, and oral arguments before the court.
At the San Francisco Public Defender's Office, James worked extensively on major felonies and death penalty felony trials as a Legal Intern to the Research Unit.
James attended law school in San Francisco at the University of California, Hastings College of the Law. He was a National Quarterfinalist at the Judge John R. Brown Admiralty Moot Court Competition.
James firmly believes in the dignified, respectful treatment of every person before the law and takes a vested personal interest in each case.
• California State University, Sacramento, Criminal Justice, magna cum laude
• University of California, Hastings College of Law, San Francisco, Juris Doctorate
• Member of the California State Bar
James volunteers as a pastoral care minister when he is not working and enjoys sailing, shooting sports, and weightlifting.
James Ryan started his career in criminal law by majoring in Criminal Justice at California State University, Sacramento, and graduated magna cum laude. James went on to join the California Highway Patrol as a Cadet but decided to pursue going to law school. However, his training and background have proved useful while working in criminal defense, and the insights gained have guided him during his practice.
James has worked at the Office of the Federal Defender, Eastern District, as a Certified Law Clerk, where he managed multiple cases from assignment until completion and represented clients in court from arraignment to sentencing for federal and state misdemeanor crimes. His work included legal research, motion writing, and oral arguments before the court.
At the San Francisco Public Defender's Office, James worked extensively on major felonies and death penalty felony trials as a Legal Intern to the Research Unit.
James attended law school in San Francisco at the University of California, Hastings College of the Law. He was a National Quarterfinalist at the Judge John R. Brown Admiralty Moot Court Competition.
James firmly believes in the dignified, respectful treatment of every person before the law and takes a vested personal interest in each case.
• California State University, Sacramento, Criminal Justice, magna cum laude
• University of California, Hastings College of Law, San Francisco, Juris Doctorate
• Member of the California State Bar
James volunteers as a pastoral care minister when he is not working and enjoys sailing, shooting sports, and weightlifting.
The law office of Chastaine Jones Criminal Defense Attorneys provides the top-ranked and dedicated legal counsel, advocacy, and support from the law office in Gold River. We promise excellent care and support to a diverse range of clients across our region who are accused of felony or misdemeanor offenses.
The preeminent criminal defense attorney Michael Chastaine established Chastaine Law, and now the new owner superior attorney Martin Jones has taken over his legacy as Chastaine Jones Criminal Defense Attorneys Law Firm. Combined, our lawyers have more than 53 years of total legal experience and have achieved a long record of securing successful outcomes for our clients inside and outside the courtroom.
Chastaine Jones Law firm has become one of our region's leading full-service legal practices for those dealing with complex, pressing challenges arising in any of the following areas:
Sexual Crimes
Federal Cases
White-Collar Crimes
Murder and Attempted Murder
Domestic Violence
Drug Crimes
Assault and Battery
Gun Charges
Various Criminal Offenses
Expungement and Tier Relief
Sentence Modification
Felony Reduction
DUI and Driving Crimes
Our lawyers have earned designation on Expertise's Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Folsom list in honor of our remarkable professionalism and outstanding client service. In addition, we have been included in the Top 10 Criminal Defense Attorneys in California rankings by the National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys. We have also held a "Superb" client rating on Avvo and have been listed on U.S. News & World Report's Best Law Firms list for criminal defense. Chastaine Jones has been chosen one of the Best Law Firms in 2023 by U.S. News & World Report Magazine.
Criminal Charges may be scary and affects everyone in your circle. So, let us help you and take the worry from you. It is about your future, and it is about your freedom. Working with Chastaine Jones Criminal Defense Attorneys gives you access to some of the best representation available.
You can contact our law office to schedule a consultation to begin the process. We will be by your side from the beginning to the end and beyond. You will be safe with us and get the best results from our legal team.
Main Office
2377 Gold Meadow Way, Suite 100
Gold River, CA 95670
(916) 932-7150
We offer a free initial consultation to qualified people.
We offer some services at fixed rates and others by the hour. During your free consultation, our attorneys will be able to quote you based on your case.
M-F 9 am to 5 pm
Aysegul (AJ) Jones
Yes
English, Spanish
The law office of Chastaine Jones Criminal Defense Attorneys provides the top-ranked and dedicated legal counsel, advocacy, and support from the law office in Gold River. We promise fearless and compassionate defense.
The preeminent criminal defense attorney Michael Chastaine established Chastaine Law, and now the new owner, superior attorney Martin Jones has taken over his legacy as Chastaine Jones Criminal Defense Attorneys Law Firm. Combined, our lawyers have more than 53 years of total legal experience and have achieved a long record of securing successful outcomes for our clients inside and outside the courtroom.Our lawyers have earned the designation on Expertise's Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Folsom list in honor of our remarkable professionalism and outstanding client service. In addition, we have been included in the Top 10 Criminal Defense Attorneys in California rankings by the National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys. We have also held a "Superb" client rating on Avvo and have been listed on U.S. News & World Report's Best Law Firms list for criminal defense. Chastaine Jones has been chosen one of the Best Law Firms in 2023 by U.S. News & World Report Magazine.
Chastaine Jones Law firm has become one of our region's leading full-service legal practices for those dealing with complex, pressing challenges arising in any of the following areas:
⢠Sexual Crimes
⢠Federal Cases
⢠White-Collar Crimes
⢠Murder and Attempted Murder
⢠Domestic Violence
⢠Drug Crimes
⢠Assault and Battery
⢠Gun Charges
⢠Various Criminal Offenses
⢠Expungement and Tier Relief
⢠Sentence Modification
⢠Felony Reduction
⢠DUI and Driving Crimes
Our process is unique.
We are proud to employ the D.E.F.E.N.D.S. approach in every case.
Discover
Our job is to actively and aggressively locate and discover all the information possible in a case.
Evidence
The key to any defense case is gathering all the evidence. There is often far more evidence than clients and even prosecutors realize. In DUI cases, for example, we use subpoenas to gather any video / audio evidence, calibration logs for the breathalyzer, and any supplemental reports. We employ investigators to interview witnesses overlooked by the police. Once the evidence is gathered, the next phase begins.
Find the Weakness
After all the evidence has been gathered, the attorneys at The Chastaine Law Office collectively evaluate the evidence to find any weaknesses. Every case is reviewed by all the attorneys in the office, giving you the benefit of getting multiple attorneys and perspectives for the price of one. By employing our experiences, they will also scour the evidence for possible constitutional violations and defenses for your specific charges.
Enter Negotiations
With all the evidence in and the analysis complete, we enter into negotiations with the prosecutor. Sometimes there are enough weaknesses in the prosecutionâs case that we are able to get a dismissal. In other cases we use whatever facts we can to mitigate any punishment. Getting you the best resolution possible is our highest priority. Sometimes, the only viable option is to fight the case and set it for trial. Only through skilled negotiations can the best options be determined.
Dismissal
The goal in every case is always the same: to have the case dismissed. We do everything we can to beat the case up front and get that dismissal without you ever having to plead guilty, but thatâs not always possible. What is almost always possible is to have the case dismissed after you have successfully completed probation. Getting a dismissal after probation helps protect your record and is the final step in putting this case behind you.
Support
We are here to support you through every step of the process. We are here to answer questions and educate you about the process. Any conviction will come with conditions of probation. We help you keep track of and fulfill every one of those conditions. We will call you to remind you of important dates / deadlines and answer questions you have. Our commitment to customer service never ends!
Martin Jones has two decades of experience as a Criminal Defense Attorney. Prior to leaving the Placer Public Defender's Office he was the Assistant Chief Defense Attorney and Felony Supervisor. Martin left the Public Defender's office because he wanted to have more time to focus on individual client needs. He believes that excellent representation requires clients to have the ability to access and communicate with their attorney. He believes that clients are not just numbers to be processed, but people who deserve to be treated with respect and compassion. Martin has an impeccable reputation and thrives on getting the best result possible, no matter what the charges are.
Martin Jones has handled more than almost 70 jury trials and represented thousands of clients. He has handled all types of cases from DUIs, theft, fraud, drug possession and trafficking, arson, domestic violence, evading the police, assaults with deadly weapons, weapons offenses, criminal threats, sexual assault, kidnapping, and murder. He has is qualified to handle cases involving the death penalty and has handled several high-profile cases where he was able to save his clients from death row. He is experienced in handling matters involving highly specialized areas of the law such as sexually violent predators and mentally disordered offenders.
Martin received a bachelor's in science Degree in Biochemistry, and his training gives him deep insight into cases with complex forensic evidence, including DNA and medical evidence. Martin served as a clerk to esteemed jurist William F. Rylaarsdam in the 4th District Court of Appeal and wrote several opinions for the Appellate Court. He regularly attends capital case training and is a graduate of Gerry Spence's Trial Lawyer's College Defense of the Damned training in 2018.
B.S in Biochemistry from Cal State, Fullerton, NSF/REU grant
Graduated with top honors from Western State Law School, Fullerton,
CA, Dean's List, Witkin Award, and Law Review Notes Editor
Member of the State Bar of California, admitted to the U.S. District
Court for the Eastern District of California's
Board Member of the Placer Food Bank, Chairman of the Board, 2017
- 2019
Board Member and Secretary of CalBike, 2022- present
Martin is an avid cyclist who enjoys giving back to the cycling community as a Board Member of
the California Bicycle Coalition. He is also a beginning runner who gets plenty of miles
attempting to train his energetic Brittany Spaniel JoJo.
Bar Number: 250598
California, 2007
Western State University, College of Law
JD, 2004
Martin Jones has two decades of experience as a Criminal Defense Attorney. Prior to leaving the Placer Public Defender's Office he was the Assistant Chief Defense Attorney and Felony Supervisor. Martin left the Public Defender's office because he wanted to have more time to focus on individual client needs. He believes that excellent representation requires clients to have the ability to access and communicate with their attorney. He believes that clients are not just numbers to be processed, but people who deserve to be treated with respect and compassion. Martin has an impeccable reputation and thrives on getting the best result possible, no matter what the charges are.
Martin Jones has handled more than almost 70 jury trials and represented thousands of clients. He has handled all types of cases from DUIs, theft, fraud, drug possession and trafficking, arson, domestic violence, evading the police, assaults with deadly weapons, weapons offenses, criminal threats, sexual assault, kidnapping, and murder. He has is qualified to handle cases involving the death penalty and has handled several high-profile cases where he was able to save his clients from death row. He is experienced in handling matters involving highly specialized areas of the law such as sexually violent predators and mentally disordered offenders.
Martin received a bachelor's in science Degree in Biochemistry, and his training gives him deep insight into cases with complex forensic evidence, including DNA and medical evidence. Martin served as a clerk to esteemed jurist William F. Rylaarsdam in the 4th District Court of Appeal and wrote several opinions for the Appellate Court. He regularly attends capital case training and is a graduate of Gerry Spence's Trial Lawyer's College Defense of the Damned training in 2018.
B.S in Biochemistry from Cal State, Fullerton, NSF/REU grant
Graduated with top honors from Western State Law School, Fullerton,
CA, Dean's List, Witkin Award, and Law Review Notes Editor
Member of the State Bar of California, admitted to the U.S. District
Court for the Eastern District of California's
Board Member of the Placer Food Bank, Chairman of the Board, 2017
- 2019
Board Member and Secretary of CalBike, 2022- present
Martin is an avid cyclist who enjoys giving back to the cycling community as a Board Member of
the California Bicycle Coalition. He is also a beginning runner who gets plenty of miles
attempting to train his energetic Brittany Spaniel JoJo.
Bar Number: 250598
California, 2007
Western State University, College of Law JD, 2004
Mr. Chastaine began his career as a Deputy Public Defender for Santa Clara County and worked there for 11 years along with five years in the county Alternate Defender Office. After which he served six years as counsel to a well-respected private practice firm in Sacramento.
Attorney Michael Chastaine has extensive expertise in all manner of cases including sexual misconduct, homicides, registration issues, Megans Law, driving under the influence, crimes of violence, white collar crimes and more. He provides outstanding representation for adult and juvenile clients in state and federal courts, as well as various professional licensing boards. Attorney Chastaine's representation also includes post-conviction appeals and writs, appearances before the Third and Sixth Appellate Districts, as well as the California Supreme Court.
Few lawyers have the trial experience that Mr. Chastaine brings to the representation of his clients. Over the three decades he has served as a criminal defense attorney, he has tried over 80 cases and he has become known as one of this areas top sex crimes attorney.
His mission is to provide every client the best possible representation with fairness and integrity while taking on law enforcement and the machinery of government without reservation.
Santa Clara University School of Law
JD, 1985
Mr. Chastaine began his career as a Deputy Public Defender for Santa Clara County and worked there for 11 years along with five years in the county Alternate Defender Office. After which he served six years as counsel to a well-respected private practice firm in Sacramento.
Attorney Michael Chastaine has extensive expertise in all manner of cases including sexual misconduct, homicides, registration issues, Megans Law, driving under the influence, crimes of violence, white collar crimes and more. He provides outstanding representation for adult and juvenile clients in state and federal courts, as well as various professional licensing boards. Attorney Chastaine's representation also includes post-conviction appeals and writs, appearances before the Third and Sixth Appellate Districts, as well as the California Supreme Court.
Few lawyers have the trial experience that Mr. Chastaine brings to the representation of his clients. Over the three decades he has served as a criminal defense attorney, he has tried over 80 cases and he has become known as one of this areas top sex crimes attorney.
His mission is to provide every client the best possible representation with fairness and integrity while taking on law enforcement and the machinery of government without reservation.
Santa Clara University School of Law JD, 1985
Attorney Jessica Davis comes to Northern California from Washington DC where she studied primarily national security and criminal law at Georgetown University Law Center. Jessica has worked with top organizations including Department of Homeland Security and United States Commission on Civil Rights and the American Bar Association Death Penalty Due Process Review Project. Jessica works on general criminal matters, including narcotic cases. Jessica is a creative problem solver when it comes to advocating for her clients. She gets deep into the details of her cases to build the best strategy for each client. Jessica has an unmatched work ethic and gives every client the respect and attention they need. In her time off, Jessica spends much of her time training in martial arts. She also loves hip-hop and being in the water --swimming, scuba diving, surfing and swimming with sharks --as much as she can.
Institution: Georgetown University Law Center
J.D.,
Attorney Jessica Davis comes to Northern California from Washington DC where she studied primarily national security and criminal law at Georgetown University Law Center. Jessica has worked with top organizations including Department of Homeland Security and United States Commission on Civil Rights and the American Bar Association Death Penalty Due Process Review Project. Jessica works on general criminal matters, including narcotic cases. Jessica is a creative problem solver when it comes to advocating for her clients. She gets deep into the details of her cases to build the best strategy for each client. Jessica has an unmatched work ethic and gives every client the respect and attention they need. In her time off, Jessica spends much of her time training in martial arts. She also loves hip-hop and being in the water --swimming, scuba diving, surfing and swimming with sharks --as much as she can.
Institution: Georgetown University Law Center J.D.,
James Ryan started his career in criminal law by majoring in Criminal Justice at California State University, Sacramento, and graduated magna cum laude. James went on to join the California Highway Patrol as a Cadet but decided to pursue going to law school. However, his training and background have proved useful while working in criminal defense, and the insights gained have guided him during his practice.
James has worked at the Office of the Federal Defender, Eastern District, as a Certified Law Clerk, where he managed multiple cases from assignment until completion and represented clients in court from arraignment to sentencing for federal and state misdemeanor crimes. His work included legal research, motion writing, and oral arguments before the court.
At the San Francisco Public Defender's Office, James worked extensively on major felonies and death penalty felony trials as a Legal Intern to the Research Unit.
James attended law school in San Francisco at the University of California, Hastings College of the Law. He was a National Quarterfinalist at the Judge John R. Brown Admiralty Moot Court Competition.
James firmly believes in the dignified, respectful treatment of every person before the law and takes a vested personal interest in each case.
• California State University, Sacramento, Criminal Justice, magna cum laude
• University of California, Hastings College of Law, San Francisco, Juris Doctorate
• Member of the California State Bar
James volunteers as a pastoral care minister when he is not working and enjoys sailing, shooting sports, and weightlifting.
James Ryan started his career in criminal law by majoring in Criminal Justice at California State University, Sacramento, and graduated magna cum laude. James went on to join the California Highway Patrol as a Cadet but decided to pursue going to law school. However, his training and background have proved useful while working in criminal defense, and the insights gained have guided him during his practice.
James has worked at the Office of the Federal Defender, Eastern District, as a Certified Law Clerk, where he managed multiple cases from assignment until completion and represented clients in court from arraignment to sentencing for federal and state misdemeanor crimes. His work included legal research, motion writing, and oral arguments before the court.
At the San Francisco Public Defender's Office, James worked extensively on major felonies and death penalty felony trials as a Legal Intern to the Research Unit.
James attended law school in San Francisco at the University of California, Hastings College of the Law. He was a National Quarterfinalist at the Judge John R. Brown Admiralty Moot Court Competition.
James firmly believes in the dignified, respectful treatment of every person before the law and takes a vested personal interest in each case.
• California State University, Sacramento, Criminal Justice, magna cum laude
• University of California, Hastings College of Law, San Francisco, Juris Doctorate
• Member of the California State Bar
James volunteers as a pastoral care minister when he is not working and enjoys sailing, shooting sports, and weightlifting.
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This lawyer is licensed to practice in California and has no record of discipline from the California bar association. *
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