San Joaquin County Lawyers

I have a general civil practice, emphasizing real estate, personal injuries and collections. I presently have cases in San Joaquin, Alameda, Santa Clara and Stanislaus counties. As a sole practitioner I am the attorney who handles all aspects of all of my cases. I have 39 years experience, and I try to settle cases when possible, otherwise I try to get the best results without unnecessary problems and costs.

Melanie is a fierce advocate of those whose legally protected rights have been violated, especially as it relates to violations in the workplace and the service industry as a result of Covid-19 policies. She has teamed up with a network of gifted California attorneys to combine efforts in the fight to sustain our constitutional rights in the wake of the pandemic. While on a different life and career path, fate stepped in and the legal profession found Melanie. After overcoming her own legal challenges, largely due to an attorney's advocacy, she felt called to become a lawyer herself. Her experience as...

Jim Price is an attorney dedicated to bringing justice to consumers who can not afford to pay an attorney at an hourly rate. He takes cases on a contingency basis, and has practiced law for over 30 years in the State and Federal courts of California. He is the owner of Delta Law Group, located on Bethel Island, CA, and serves clients in the following matters: debt collection, wrongful foreclosure, credit reporting, landlord/tenant, premise liability, insurance bad faith, real estate, and wills and trust.

He received his law degree from University of California, San Francisco
(Hastings College of...

Otis greatly enjoys learning languages. He speaks both Spanish and Mandarin Chinese. He believes that with increasing globalization, people need to get to know one another; a good way to start is to learn each other's language. Before practicing law, Otis lived in countries as diverse as Spain, Argentina, Japan, China and Ecuador. He received two bachelor's degrees (in Philosophy and Linguistics) from Washington State University, and he later received his law degree from Golden Gate University School of Law in San Francisco. While at Golden Gate, Otis received various honors and awards and placed among the top of...

Because divorce is a problem to be solved, not a battle to be won, I focus on alternatives to the court system, through Collaborative Law and Mediation. I believe that most families and children are best served by being supported to work together in resolving their family matters. The fundamental goal in both Collaborative Divorce and Mediation is client empowerment.

With either mediation or the Collaborative process you will have control of the decisions that are made and will be firmly supported, legally and emotionally, in achieving a successful dissolution of your relationship. This not only allows but also encourages you...

I started my firm because I wanted to provide my clients with my own brand of excellent legal representation, consistent with my unique human qualities of compassion, strength, caring and integrity. I have represented injured people for over twenty years. While I have very successfully tried and settled many cases over the years, I take nothing for granted. For that reason, I work very hard – harder than most. I do it because I love what I do and I am constantly striving to improve, learn new ways of doing things, better ways of connecting with...

At my firm, bankruptcy is all we do. By focusing just on bankruptcy, we are able to keep our skills sharp and maintain great relationships with the local bankruptcy trustees and bankruptcy judges. Those relationships are extremely important when choosing a bankruptcy attorney.

I have been practicing law since 2001 and opened my own bankruptcy law firm in 2006. I have filed over 1,400 bankruptcy cases and have counseled with thousands of individuals about Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy. My firm colleagues and I work very hard to ensure that each bankruptcy client is treated with...

Attorney James L. Arrasmith takes immense pride in his role of assisting the California legal community with its diverse legal requirements, regardless of the complexity or difficulty posed by each case. He practices in all California Counties. Mr. Arrasmith's unwavering pursuit of excellence underscores his approach. He ensures that cases are handled in a professional and timely manner, characterized by meticulous care and precision. When seeking a reputable attorney in California, Mr. Arrasmith's law firm stands out as the optimal choice. Renowned for his commitment to clients on both personal and professional fronts, Mr. Arrasmith has earned prominence in the legal...

Konstantine "Kosta" Demiris is a partner at the law firm of Demiris & Moore, located in the heart of downtown Walnut Creek, in the center of Contra Costa County. His practice focuses on litigation involving elder abuse (financial and physical), will and trust litigation, conservatorships, guardianships, HOA's, and appeals. Kosta is actively involved in the Contra Costa County legal community. He is a member of the Board of Directors of the Contra Costa County Bar Association's Elder Law Section. He serves as court-appointed counsel in Conservatorship cases in Contra Costa County. Kosta is dedicated to helping...

Adam Garcia is the founder and principal bankruptcy attorney at Sacramento Law Group LLP. Through years of practicing bankruptcy law Adam has developed a streamlined and efficient method for processing chapter 7 and chapter 13 bankruptcy cases. When contacting Sacramento Law Group LLP you will deal directly with an attorney and not a bankruptcy paralegal. From the first phone consultation to the final petition signing you will deal 1 on 1 with an attorney. Your case will not be handed off to a non-attorney at any point throughout your case. Adam's philosophy is to deliver...

Naresh Virdi at Acquest Law, Inc. offers an innovative approach to legal services. He provides sound legal options to clients in need and a voice to tell their story in an emphatic and empathetic manner. Practicing in Sacramento and broadly in Northern California, he prides himself on a higher level of legal representation for his clients.

Carin Johnson is a passionate defender of parents’ rights and has practiced dependency and juvenile law for over 27 years. She received her Bachelor of Arts Degree at Chico State University and is a graduate of Golden Gate University, School of Law, 1993.

In September 2010, Carin presented oral argument in the California First District Court of Appeal, involving a case where the dependency court denied her client reunification services and sought to terminate her parental rights. Carin fought hard for the mother and won a rare REVERSAL, of the lower court’s ruling. This changed California law.

Again, Carin argued a wrongfully-accused...

Jason Horst is the Managing Partner of Horst Legal Counsel. Jason served for more than a decade as an attorney in large regional and international law firms before founding Horst Legal Counsel, serving the legal needs of businesses and individuals in California. Jason is an accomplished litigator, having successfully resolved countless disputes for his clients in a wide range of complex litigation matters, including those involving commercial contracts, partnership disputes, trademark infringement, real estate, antitrust, and more. Jason prides himself on the ability to develop and execute creative strategies to efficiently accomplish his clients’ goals. Jason is also among the...

I represent working people that are injured on the job. I believe everything should be explained thoroughly and in understandable terms. Getting injured on the job can be a scary and life-altering event. Getting your worker’s compensation benefits can be a complicated process to get through that requires excellent representation. Through my education and experience, I strive to make a difference in the lives of my clients by leveling the playing field against the powerful insurance companies who profit by denying benefits to injured people.

Tom R. Johnson

I am an experienced Criminal Defense, DUI and Personal Injury attorney. I aggressively advocate for clients throughout California, frequently in Stanislaus County, Modesto, and the Stockton area.

I started a family at a young age, and worked full time while attending college and law school. Perseverance through hard times, has given me life skills that I bring to my law practice. Additionally, it has fostered a dedication to fighting for the underdog. I provide aggressive representation, fighting for my clients as I would fight for myself.

Call for a confidential consultation. I offer a free consultation for personal injury cases.

Alan Ahdoot, a partner at Adamson Ahdoot LLP, is committed to serving as a powerful advocate for individuals dealing with various personal injury cases. Following the completion of his law degree at Loyola Law School in Los Angeles and successfully passing the California State Bar, Alan has maintained a strong passion for assisting individuals and championing the rights of those lacking the resources to pursue the justice they merit. This dedication has motivated him to concentrate his legal career on representing those who have suffered injuries and endured oppression. Within Adamson Ahdoot LLP, Alan aims to positively impact the lives of...

Spojmie Nasiri, principal attorney, is a first generation immigrant herself who understands through personal experience how difficult and emotionally draining American immigration process can be. Mrs. Nasiri’s education, community involvement and associations reflect her outstanding dedication in the area of immigration law. She received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science from the University of California, Davis and her Juris Doctorate from Golden Gate University, School of Law. Mrs. Nasiri is a member of the California State Bar and is admitted to practice before the California Supreme Court and the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California....

Reza Torkzadeh is the managing attorney of TorkLaw, a premier personal injury law firm headquartered in California, with offices in Arizona, California, Georgia, Illinois, Michigan, Nevada, Massachusetts, Texas, Washington, and Washington DC. Mr. Torkzadeh and his firm specialize in cases involving catastrophic injury, sexual abuse, elder abuse, and wrongful death. Reza has been recognized annually by 'Best Lawyers' since 2015 and 'Super Lawyers' since 2012. He has been named a Top 100 Trial Lawyer' and 'Top 40 Under 40 Trial Lawyer by 'The National Trial Lawyers Association'. The Million Dollar Advocates Forum and The Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum'...

I am a California State Bar Board CERTIFIED Bankruptcy Law Specialist. Only about 1% of attorneys are Board Certified Bankruptcy Law Specialists. I have been helping clients solve their debt problems for more than 40 years. I have taught bankruptcy law seminars for attorneys through the National Business Institute and others for 20 years. I give a Free 1-hour or more bankruptcy attorney consultation. You will get real, usable information about ALL your options and answers to all your questions without the high-pressure sales pitch. My fees are reasonable and are based on your specific situation. The services you need...

I am a top rated Criminal Defense & Immigration. I have defended 1000's of clients with great results. I have years of experience, having helped thousands of clients with every type of criminal charge, from petty theft, to drug possession, to attempted murder and sexual assault. I've handled DUIs, Domestic violence. I have taken over 30 cases to trial, and gotten cases dismissed. I am fluent in Spanish.

We help people with Immigraiton cases. Family Petitons, fighting deportation in Court, Asylum applications from all over the world. Green card applications,...

John Steiner is an attorney licensed to practice in California (state) and all four United States District Courts in California (federal).

John is the founder of Steiner Injury Law. Steiner Injury Law serves individuals in Sacramento and the rest of California who have been involved in an automobile accident or otherwise suffered injuries due to the actions or negligence of a third party.

"We have a no-fee guarantee for accident and personal injury clients. Accident and personal injury clients pay no money upfront and only pay a contingent fee if we recover for them."

Steiner Injury Law handles numerous types of personal injury...

Sacramento attorney Timothy Kassouni founded Kassouni Law on the belief that property rights and personal freedom are intertwined. He passionately considers it his duty and mission to rigorously defend property rights against government and private abuse. Mr. Kassouni has many years of experience litigating against private and public entities at all levels of court, including the United States Supreme Court, the California Supreme Court, the California Court of Appeal, and the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals to name a few. His litigation expertise in land use, appeals, business, and property rights law has led to legal victories and the setting...

Mr. Parkhurst earned his Juris Doctor degree from the University of California, Hastings College of the Law in San Francisco. He graduated from U.C. Davis with a B.A. in International Relations and a minor in Education. He became licensed to practice law in 1999. A skilled negotiator and private criminal practitioner, Mr, Parkhurst has defended hundreds of clients charged with crimes from misdemeanors to serious felonies in more than 30 of California's 58 counties. He is licensed to practice in all State courts and the United States District Court Northern and Eastern districts of California. He has obtained dismissals...

J.R. Richards' practice focuses on developing long term client relationships representing their interests in both transactional matters and in civil litigation. He represents both plaintiffs and defendants primarily in real estate and business disputes and has successfully litigated cases through dispositive motion, trial and settlement in state and federal courts. J.R. prepares each case to achieve a favorable judgment by trial or before trial, and when in the best interest of the client leverages a favorable settlement. Community Involvement: * Coach/Manager for Pre-K/K softball team the Purple Puppies 2016. * Coach/Manager for the Danville...

Colby Dean LaVelle II proudly manages LaVelle Law Offices with the personal attention of a boutique law firm but with the resources of larger law firms. An honored graduate of Santa Clara University of Law, Mr. LaVelle has dedicated his career to the pursuit of justice. He began his legal career working for the San Francisco District Attorney's Office. Following his success litigating criminal matters, Mr. LaVelle started the LaVelle Law Offices. Now with eight locations across California, The LaVelle Law Offices is an incarnation of Mr. LaVelle's desire to serve the public, as he...

John N. Demas is the founding partner of Demas Law Group, P.C., and has been exclusively representing injured victims for over twenty-five years. John is passionate about helping people and he has earned a stellar reputation in the community for his dedication and successful results for his clients. He has extensive trial experience with several multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements including:

$9,750,000: Largest settlement in California for the wrongful death of a baby against the City of Sacramento
$4,500,000: Largest verdict for a personal injury motor vehicle case against the County of Sacramento.
$4,000,000: Largest settlement against Sacramento County CPS.
$2,500,000: Largest personal injury...

Kelsey A. Webber is an experienced labor and employment attorney who has litigated a broad range of matters through arbitration and trial. Mr. Webber attended Georgetown University Law Center where he was on the Dean’s Honor Roll. After graduating from Georgetown Law, Mr. Webber began practicing employment law, representing employees, in Roseville, California. During that time, Mr. Webber was on a trial team that obtained a $4,750,000 verdict for a client in an age discrimination case. Mr. Webber also obtained numerous mid to high six figure settlements on behalf of his clients. Thereafter, Mr. Webber spent the next three years representing some...

The Law Office of Maryam Kia focuses on family immigration needs. I represent clients before the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services, Department of State, and U.S Embassies and Consulates throughout the world. I will guide you through the web of immigration processes and hold your hand the whole step of the way. Practice Focuses on: - Immigration reform - Permanent Residency (Green Card) based on family (Spousal Visas, Fiance Visas, Immediate Relatives, Brothers and Sisters, etc) - Naturalization - I-601 Waivers and I-601A Provisional Waivers -...

I have over 35 years experience as a federal criminal trial and appellate lawyer, which gives me a unique perspective on what works and does not work with defending serious, complex federal charges. I prepare each case for trial, since a good result is only attainable if the lawyer is prepared and willing to go to trial. I have experience defending clients against complex wire and health care fraud, tax, securities, and environmental crimes and related civil actions.

Wilson Purves's practice focuses on Family-based Immigration, Deportation Defense, and Business Immigration to the United States. Mr. Purves has significant expertise in advocating for clients facing deportation proceedings nationwide and aiding individuals and families in achieving favorable results in residency, citizenship matters, and humanitarian relief. Moreover, Mr. Purves leverages his expertise in business immigration to serve a diverse clientele. With a client portfolio ranging from start-ups to industry giants, Mr. Purves brings expertise across diverse sectors including wineries, restaurants, manufacturing, academia, medical, technology, athletics, arts, fashion, artificial intelligence, and entertainment. Licensed by the California State Bar, Wilson Purves has been recognized...

Attorney William A. Kershaw is a founding partner in the law firm of Kershaw Talley Barlow in Sacramento, CA. He has over 30 years of experience serving clients nationwide in matters of complex civil litigation such as personal injury, class actions, mass torts, wage and hour disputes and breach of contract cases. He is highly effective against formidable opponents: he has won judgments totaling over $1 billion, including a $330 million class action victory against American Honda Motor Co. and an $87 million judgment against United Parcel Service in a wage dispute. He is now simultaneously serving on the...