Tully & Weiss Attorneys at Law

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Tully & Weiss Attorneys at Law

Our practice primarily represents individuals under criminal investigation or prosecution. Each member of our firm has a reputation for aggressive defense, hard work, and courtroom success.

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

Tully & Weiss Attorneys at Law

Tully & Weiss Attorneys at Law

Open for Business
Offers Video Calls

Our practice primarily represents individuals under criminal investigation or prosecution. Each member of our firm has a reputation for aggressive defense, hard work, and courtroom success.

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

Firm Overview

Tully Weiss has a superb level of criminal trial experience including rough and complex trials against shrewd prosecutors in front of tough juries.

When facing serious charges, the State of California sees you as just a number. Once you have been charged with a crime and are sitting in jail, the government has zero concern for your circumstances, explanations, family, job, or future. Their only interest is jailing you as quickly and efficiently as possible. It is never too early to start planning your defense.

At Tully Weiss we know there is ALWAYS a defense. Call our criminal lawyers from anywhere in California for the high-quality representation you deserve. We cover the state from our six offices serving all 58 counties, as well as Federal court. Our team cares about you and we ALWAYS fight back.

Main Office

Main Office
713 Main St.
Martinez, CA 94553

Phone

(925) 229-9700

Fax

(925) 321-7754

Fees
Free Initial Consultation?

30 Minute Free Counsultation

Hourly Rates

350-500

Office Information
Office Hours

24 Hours a Day

Office Manager

Cheryl Thomas

Emergency After Hours

Yes

Languages Spoken

English and Spanish

Other Offices
  • Tully & Weiss Attorneys at Law (Redding)

    1704 Placer Street
    Redding, CA 96001

Criminal Defense

Our practice primarily represents individuals under criminal investigation or prosecution. Each member of our firm has a reputation for aggressive defense, hard work, and courtroom success.

Tully Weiss has a superb level of criminal trial experience including rough and complex trials against shrewd prosecutors in front of tough juries.

When facing serious charges, the State of California sees you as just a number. Once you have been charged with a crime and are sitting in jail, the government has zero concern for your circumstances, explanations, family, job, or future. Their only interest is jailing you as quickly and efficiently as possible. It is never too early to start planning your defense.

At Tully Weiss we know there is ALWAYS a defense. Call our criminal lawyers from anywhere in California for the high-quality representation you deserve. We cover the state from our six offices serving all 58 counties, as well as Federal court. Our team cares about you and we ALWAYS fight back.

DUI and DWI

An arrest for DUI might be labeled a misdemeanor, but it is not a walk in the park. Misdemeanors are not like jay-walking or infractions, and they can carry jail time, loss of driving privileges, and damage your permanent record.

If you have been arrested for DUI, you should contact an experienced Driving Under the Influence and Driving While Intoxicated defense lawyer right away to protect your rights. At Tully & Weiss, our DUI & DWI attorneys have been aggressively and successfully defending people in Driving While Intoxicated and Driving Under the Influence cases for 20 years in California.

WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT A DUI ARREST:
California DUI and DWI laws are among the country's toughest;
Drunk driving, driving while intoxicated (DWI), and driving under the influence (DUI) convictions can have serious consequences including loss of your driver's license, potential loss of freedom with jail time, problems with job applications, red flags on background checks, potential loss of a professional license, skyrocketing insurance rates, damage to your credit rating, as well as social and family problems;
If your civil rights were violated in your arrest or if there are flaws in the evidence or police procedure it is possible to get the charge dismissed altogether;
There is always a strong defense strategy for beating or mitigating DUI and DWI cases if you begin soon after being charged, even if the breathalyzer or other evidence seem overwhelming.

Whether this is your first charge or if you have a record of prior offenses, it is important to talk to the experienced DUI & DWI lawyers at Tully & Weiss immediately to preserve your rights.

At Tully & Weiss we know there is ALWAYS a defense. Call our criminal lawyers from anywhere in California for the high-quality representation you deserve. We cover the state from our six offices serving all 58 counties, as well as Federal court. Our team cares about you and we ALWAYS fight back. This is only a general legal outline and is not intended to substitute for legal counsel as all cases can vary depending on the specific facts of your case. It is highly recommended that you speak with a qualified attorney right away such as our DUI attorneys at Tully & Weiss.

What distinguishes your law firm from others?

Why should you choose Tully & Weiss Attorneys at Law? Joseph Tully leads a team of talented and experienced California criminal defense attorneys. Mr. Tully's vision for his team is to even the odds faced by defendants. The goal was to build a law firm of incredibly talented litigators that deliver high-quality representation to fight against a system that is stacked in favor of prosecutors. Build a machine to beat the machine! The full weight of the criminal system, complete with a massive government budget, institutionalized bias, and judges too compliant to prosecutors, is a daunting opponent that requires a well-engineered defense. Here is some advice on how to choose a California criminal defense attorney.

For over twenty years, Tully & Weiss Attorneys at Law has been focused on criminal law and has worked together to defend the lives and freedom of clients accused of serious crimes. But how can you know if our law firm is best for you and your case?

The California Bar offers advice on how to find the right lawyer for you and your case. You can read the Bar's tips here. Two of their top tips are to 1.) look for Referrals, and to 2.) seek out attorneys that are certified by the State Bar as legal specialists.

There are reviews from some of the hundreds of clients and their family members we have helped defend against terrible accusations. Word of mouth, and personal experiences, say a lot about a firm.

A Certified Criminal Law Specialist is an attorney who has been certified by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization. A very small percentage of attorneys have achieved this level of criminal defense expert certification. It is a rare distinction granted after years of experience, proven skill, further education, and additional testing. Joseph Tully and two of our attorneys of counsel have earned this mark of merit.

Referrals and specialization are key points, but we also believe that a firm's trial experience is a factor to be considered. Is the firm successful in trials? Do they even go to trial? How many cases have they tried? What types of serious crimes and accusations have they defended against? Has their previous success been in areas related to your case? Ask any potential firm to describe their experience, skills, and track record, specifically in cases related to your own.

We Stand on our Criminal Defense Record
Above all, at Tully & Weiss, we stand by our trial record, both in going to trial and positive results in trial. Check out our trial statistics. Keep in mind those trial statistics are based on cases at trial and getting proven results. Tully & Weiss Attorneys at Law's trial record speaks for itself. We also have a great track record negotiating before trial, fighting to have charges and sentences reduced in court, getting charges dismissed, and avoiding charges altogether. Our victories include murder cases, gun crimes, drug charges, violent crimes, sex charges, and domestic violence. Of course, prior results are not a guarantee of future performance. Every case is unique and a challenge in its own way.

Trial success and experience are good indicators of the willingness of a lawyer to aggressively fight for justice, and whether prosecutors and judges respect them. Some ex-prosecutors who go into private defense work imply in their literature that they can leverage prior relationships into results. However, the reality is that case outcomes are determined by respect and ability to fight, not whether your attorney can wink or nod at a prosecutor. While relationships can be important, respect is more important than a prosecutor or judge liking your attorney.

Certainly, many law firms show off their honors and awards as badges of their abilities. Many factors go into being selected for these awards, and they can help lawyers stand out from the pack, but they are just one indicator of a firm's potential to best help with your charges.

Joseph Tully has been recognized as an authority in legal matters for his knowledge and experience by his peers, legal organizations, and media outlets. He has appeared on network news programs, CourtTV, and been quoted in major newspapers and magazines.

Joseph Tully's legal industry awards include:
National Trial Lawyers Top 100 Trial Lawyers
2013-2021
National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys Top Ten Attorneys Award
2018-2020
America's Top 100 Attorneys Top 100 Criminal Defense Attorneys
2018-2020
American Institution of Criminal Law Attorneys 10 Best Attorney
2020-2021
Attorney Practice Magazine Top 100 Criminal Defense Attorneys 2020-2021
Joseph Tully and Ashley Bargenquast were recognized as SuperLawyers for 2020-2021

Finally, our attorneys have awards, but our attorneys' certifications and jury trial successes are what we are most proud. There is nothing sweeter to a Tully & Weiss Attorney's ear than the words not guilty at the end of a jury trial, except maybe, case dismissed just prior to it.

Tully & Weiss Attorneys at Law
Joseph Tully

Our founding attorney, Joseph Tully, is sought out for his expert legal advice throughout California. With over 20 years of experience as a criminal lawyer, in 1000+ felony and other cases, Tully served as felony trial counsel as a public defender before launching Tully & Weiss in 2001.

Joseph Tully is a Certified Criminal Law Specialist, an elite certification awarded to less than 1% of California lawyers by the California Board of Legal Specialization and Joseph Tully has been listed among National Trial Lawyers' Top 100 Trial Lawyers for multiple years.

Joseph Tully has an extraordinary record of victories in high-profile cannabis trials from Redding to Contra Costa County and a precedent-setting win in a hotly contested Stand Your Ground murder trial. His diligence and meticulous preparation have resulted in scores of great outcomes for cases others declared impossible.

Joseph's Amazon #1 best-selling book, "California: State of Collusion," reports on Tullys first-hand observations of massive and frequent misconduct by law enforcement, prosecution, and government officials.

License

Bar Number: 201187
California, 1999

Tully & Weiss Attorneys at Law
Joseph Tully

Our founding attorney, Joseph Tully, is sought out for his expert legal advice throughout California. With over 20 years of experience as a criminal lawyer, in 1000+ felony and other cases, Tully served as felony trial counsel as a public defender before launching Tully & Weiss in 2001.

Joseph Tully is a Certified Criminal Law Specialist, an elite certification awarded to less than 1% of California lawyers by the California Board of Legal Specialization and Joseph Tully has been listed among National Trial Lawyers' Top 100 Trial Lawyers for multiple years.

Joseph Tully has an extraordinary record of victories in high-profile cannabis trials from Redding to Contra Costa County and a precedent-setting win in a hotly contested Stand Your Ground murder trial. His diligence and meticulous preparation have resulted in scores of great outcomes for cases others declared impossible.

Joseph's Amazon #1 best-selling book, "California: State of Collusion," reports on Tullys first-hand observations of massive and frequent misconduct by law enforcement, prosecution, and government officials.

License

Bar Number: 201187
California, 1999

Tully & Weiss Attorneys at Law
Joseph Daugherty

After passing the California Bar exam in 2021, Joseph fulfilled his lifelong dream of being a defense lawyer. He previously interned at Tully & Weiss Attorneys at Law in the summer of 2018 while attending Golden Gate University School of Law in San Francisco. He grew up in Carmichael, a suburb of Sacramento. His undergrad is from Santa Clara University, with a major in Philosophy and an emphasis in Law and Ethics. In his spare time he enjoys watching sports, hiking, and spending time with his family (including FIVE kids).

Joseph is the go to laywer for misdemeanor, DUI, legal letters, and expungement cases.

License

Bar Number: 332554
California, 2021

Education

Golden Gate University of Law School
Juris Doctorate, 2019

Santa Clara University
Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy, 2011

Tully & Weiss Attorneys at Law
Joseph Daugherty

After passing the California Bar exam in 2021, Joseph fulfilled his lifelong dream of being a defense lawyer. He previously interned at Tully & Weiss Attorneys at Law in the summer of 2018 while attending Golden Gate University School of Law in San Francisco. He grew up in Carmichael, a suburb of Sacramento. His undergrad is from Santa Clara University, with a major in Philosophy and an emphasis in Law and Ethics. In his spare time he enjoys watching sports, hiking, and spending time with his family (including FIVE kids).

Joseph is the go to laywer for misdemeanor, DUI, legal letters, and expungement cases.

License

Bar Number: 332554
California, 2021

Education

Golden Gate University of Law School Juris Doctorate, 2019


Santa Clara University Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy, 2011


Firm Overview

Tully Weiss has a superb level of criminal trial experience including rough and complex trials against shrewd prosecutors in front of tough juries.

When facing serious charges, the State of California sees you as just a number. Once you have been charged with a crime and are sitting in jail, the government has zero concern for your circumstances, explanations, family, job, or future. Their only interest is jailing you as quickly and efficiently as possible. It is never too early to start planning your defense.

At Tully Weiss we know there is ALWAYS a defense. Call our criminal lawyers from anywhere in California for the high-quality representation you deserve. We cover the state from our six offices serving all 58 counties, as well as Federal court. Our team cares about you and we ALWAYS fight back.

Main Office

Main Office
713 Main St.
Martinez, CA 94553

Phone

(925) 229-9700

Fax

(925) 321-7754

Fees
Free Initial Consultation?

30 Minute Free Counsultation

Hourly Rates

350-500

Office Information
Office Hours

24 Hours a Day

Office Manager

Cheryl Thomas

Emergency After Hours

Yes

Languages Spoken

English and Spanish

Other Offices
  • Tully & Weiss Attorneys at Law (Redding)

    1704 Placer Street
    Redding, CA 96001

Criminal Defense

Our practice primarily represents individuals under criminal investigation or prosecution. Each member of our firm has a reputation for aggressive defense, hard work, and courtroom success.

Tully Weiss has a superb level of criminal trial experience including rough and complex trials against shrewd prosecutors in front of tough juries.

When facing serious charges, the State of California sees you as just a number. Once you have been charged with a crime and are sitting in jail, the government has zero concern for your circumstances, explanations, family, job, or future. Their only interest is jailing you as quickly and efficiently as possible. It is never too early to start planning your defense.

At Tully Weiss we know there is ALWAYS a defense. Call our criminal lawyers from anywhere in California for the high-quality representation you deserve. We cover the state from our six offices serving all 58 counties, as well as Federal court. Our team cares about you and we ALWAYS fight back.

DUI and DWI

An arrest for DUI might be labeled a misdemeanor, but it is not a walk in the park. Misdemeanors are not like jay-walking or infractions, and they can carry jail time, loss of driving privileges, and damage your permanent record.

If you have been arrested for DUI, you should contact an experienced Driving Under the Influence and Driving While Intoxicated defense lawyer right away to protect your rights. At Tully & Weiss, our DUI & DWI attorneys have been aggressively and successfully defending people in Driving While Intoxicated and Driving Under the Influence cases for 20 years in California.

WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT A DUI ARREST:
California DUI and DWI laws are among the country's toughest;
Drunk driving, driving while intoxicated (DWI), and driving under the influence (DUI) convictions can have serious consequences including loss of your driver's license, potential loss of freedom with jail time, problems with job applications, red flags on background checks, potential loss of a professional license, skyrocketing insurance rates, damage to your credit rating, as well as social and family problems;
If your civil rights were violated in your arrest or if there are flaws in the evidence or police procedure it is possible to get the charge dismissed altogether;
There is always a strong defense strategy for beating or mitigating DUI and DWI cases if you begin soon after being charged, even if the breathalyzer or other evidence seem overwhelming.

Whether this is your first charge or if you have a record of prior offenses, it is important to talk to the experienced DUI & DWI lawyers at Tully & Weiss immediately to preserve your rights.

At Tully & Weiss we know there is ALWAYS a defense. Call our criminal lawyers from anywhere in California for the high-quality representation you deserve. We cover the state from our six offices serving all 58 counties, as well as Federal court. Our team cares about you and we ALWAYS fight back. This is only a general legal outline and is not intended to substitute for legal counsel as all cases can vary depending on the specific facts of your case. It is highly recommended that you speak with a qualified attorney right away such as our DUI attorneys at Tully & Weiss.

What distinguishes your law firm from others?

Why should you choose Tully & Weiss Attorneys at Law? Joseph Tully leads a team of talented and experienced California criminal defense attorneys. Mr. Tully's vision for his team is to even the odds faced by defendants. The goal was to build a law firm of incredibly talented litigators that deliver high-quality representation to fight against a system that is stacked in favor of prosecutors. Build a machine to beat the machine! The full weight of the criminal system, complete with a massive government budget, institutionalized bias, and judges too compliant to prosecutors, is a daunting opponent that requires a well-engineered defense. Here is some advice on how to choose a California criminal defense attorney.

For over twenty years, Tully & Weiss Attorneys at Law has been focused on criminal law and has worked together to defend the lives and freedom of clients accused of serious crimes. But how can you know if our law firm is best for you and your case?

The California Bar offers advice on how to find the right lawyer for you and your case. You can read the Bar's tips here. Two of their top tips are to 1.) look for Referrals, and to 2.) seek out attorneys that are certified by the State Bar as legal specialists.

There are reviews from some of the hundreds of clients and their family members we have helped defend against terrible accusations. Word of mouth, and personal experiences, say a lot about a firm.

A Certified Criminal Law Specialist is an attorney who has been certified by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization. A very small percentage of attorneys have achieved this level of criminal defense expert certification. It is a rare distinction granted after years of experience, proven skill, further education, and additional testing. Joseph Tully and two of our attorneys of counsel have earned this mark of merit.

Referrals and specialization are key points, but we also believe that a firm's trial experience is a factor to be considered. Is the firm successful in trials? Do they even go to trial? How many cases have they tried? What types of serious crimes and accusations have they defended against? Has their previous success been in areas related to your case? Ask any potential firm to describe their experience, skills, and track record, specifically in cases related to your own.

We Stand on our Criminal Defense Record
Above all, at Tully & Weiss, we stand by our trial record, both in going to trial and positive results in trial. Check out our trial statistics. Keep in mind those trial statistics are based on cases at trial and getting proven results. Tully & Weiss Attorneys at Law's trial record speaks for itself. We also have a great track record negotiating before trial, fighting to have charges and sentences reduced in court, getting charges dismissed, and avoiding charges altogether. Our victories include murder cases, gun crimes, drug charges, violent crimes, sex charges, and domestic violence. Of course, prior results are not a guarantee of future performance. Every case is unique and a challenge in its own way.

Trial success and experience are good indicators of the willingness of a lawyer to aggressively fight for justice, and whether prosecutors and judges respect them. Some ex-prosecutors who go into private defense work imply in their literature that they can leverage prior relationships into results. However, the reality is that case outcomes are determined by respect and ability to fight, not whether your attorney can wink or nod at a prosecutor. While relationships can be important, respect is more important than a prosecutor or judge liking your attorney.

Certainly, many law firms show off their honors and awards as badges of their abilities. Many factors go into being selected for these awards, and they can help lawyers stand out from the pack, but they are just one indicator of a firm's potential to best help with your charges.

Joseph Tully has been recognized as an authority in legal matters for his knowledge and experience by his peers, legal organizations, and media outlets. He has appeared on network news programs, CourtTV, and been quoted in major newspapers and magazines.

Joseph Tully's legal industry awards include:
National Trial Lawyers Top 100 Trial Lawyers
2013-2021
National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys Top Ten Attorneys Award
2018-2020
America's Top 100 Attorneys Top 100 Criminal Defense Attorneys
2018-2020
American Institution of Criminal Law Attorneys 10 Best Attorney
2020-2021
Attorney Practice Magazine Top 100 Criminal Defense Attorneys 2020-2021
Joseph Tully and Ashley Bargenquast were recognized as SuperLawyers for 2020-2021

Finally, our attorneys have awards, but our attorneys' certifications and jury trial successes are what we are most proud. There is nothing sweeter to a Tully & Weiss Attorney's ear than the words not guilty at the end of a jury trial, except maybe, case dismissed just prior to it.

Tully & Weiss Attorneys at Law
Joseph Tully

Our founding attorney, Joseph Tully, is sought out for his expert legal advice throughout California. With over 20 years of experience as a criminal lawyer, in 1000+ felony and other cases, Tully served as felony trial counsel as a public defender before launching Tully & Weiss in 2001.

Joseph Tully is a Certified Criminal Law Specialist, an elite certification awarded to less than 1% of California lawyers by the California Board of Legal Specialization and Joseph Tully has been listed among National Trial Lawyers' Top 100 Trial Lawyers for multiple years.

Joseph Tully has an extraordinary record of victories in high-profile cannabis trials from Redding to Contra Costa County and a precedent-setting win in a hotly contested Stand Your Ground murder trial. His diligence and meticulous preparation have resulted in scores of great outcomes for cases others declared impossible.

Joseph's Amazon #1 best-selling book, "California: State of Collusion," reports on Tullys first-hand observations of massive and frequent misconduct by law enforcement, prosecution, and government officials.

License

Bar Number: 201187
California, 1999

Tully & Weiss Attorneys at Law
Joseph Tully

Our founding attorney, Joseph Tully, is sought out for his expert legal advice throughout California. With over 20 years of experience as a criminal lawyer, in 1000+ felony and other cases, Tully served as felony trial counsel as a public defender before launching Tully & Weiss in 2001.

Joseph Tully is a Certified Criminal Law Specialist, an elite certification awarded to less than 1% of California lawyers by the California Board of Legal Specialization and Joseph Tully has been listed among National Trial Lawyers' Top 100 Trial Lawyers for multiple years.

Joseph Tully has an extraordinary record of victories in high-profile cannabis trials from Redding to Contra Costa County and a precedent-setting win in a hotly contested Stand Your Ground murder trial. His diligence and meticulous preparation have resulted in scores of great outcomes for cases others declared impossible.

Joseph's Amazon #1 best-selling book, "California: State of Collusion," reports on Tullys first-hand observations of massive and frequent misconduct by law enforcement, prosecution, and government officials.

License

Bar Number: 201187
California, 1999

Tully & Weiss Attorneys at Law
Joseph Daugherty

After passing the California Bar exam in 2021, Joseph fulfilled his lifelong dream of being a defense lawyer. He previously interned at Tully & Weiss Attorneys at Law in the summer of 2018 while attending Golden Gate University School of Law in San Francisco. He grew up in Carmichael, a suburb of Sacramento. His undergrad is from Santa Clara University, with a major in Philosophy and an emphasis in Law and Ethics. In his spare time he enjoys watching sports, hiking, and spending time with his family (including FIVE kids).

Joseph is the go to laywer for misdemeanor, DUI, legal letters, and expungement cases.

License

Bar Number: 332554
California, 2021

Education

Golden Gate University of Law School
Juris Doctorate, 2019

Santa Clara University
Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy, 2011

Tully & Weiss Attorneys at Law
Joseph Daugherty

After passing the California Bar exam in 2021, Joseph fulfilled his lifelong dream of being a defense lawyer. He previously interned at Tully & Weiss Attorneys at Law in the summer of 2018 while attending Golden Gate University School of Law in San Francisco. He grew up in Carmichael, a suburb of Sacramento. His undergrad is from Santa Clara University, with a major in Philosophy and an emphasis in Law and Ethics. In his spare time he enjoys watching sports, hiking, and spending time with his family (including FIVE kids).

Joseph is the go to laywer for misdemeanor, DUI, legal letters, and expungement cases.

License

Bar Number: 332554
California, 2021

Education

Golden Gate University of Law School Juris Doctorate, 2019


Santa Clara University Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy, 2011


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

* Nolo has confirmed that every member attorney has a valid license and is in good standing with the state agency that licenses lawyers. Any past disbarments and suspensions (with possible exceptions for minor violations or nonpayment of dues, in our discretion) will be indicated accordingly in the badge. Member attorneys are required to notify Nolo immediately if they become the subject of any disciplinary action by any state licensing agency.

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

* Nolo has confirmed that every member attorney has a valid license and is in good standing with the state agency that licenses lawyers. Any past disbarments and suspensions (with possible exceptions for minor violations or nonpayment of dues, in our discretion) will be indicated accordingly in the badge. Member attorneys are required to notify Nolo immediately if they become the subject of any disciplinary action by any state licensing agency.