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California Criminal Defense Lawyers


Serving all of Los Angeles, Orange,
Riverside, San Bernardino & San Diego Counties

WILL & WILL, LLP is a Riverside criminal defense law firm with offices in Los Angeles,OrangeRiverside and San Bernardino counties.

Made up of former prosecutors and experienced criminal defense attorneys, WILL & WILL, LLP has many years of experience in the criminal justice system in in Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside and San Bernardino counties.

Our attorneys are the best at defending clients against all types of misdemeanor and felony charges. We have had substantial experience in sex crime cases. Our goal in representing you, our client, is to fight for your rights and defend your case to achieve the best possible outcome.

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Driving Under the Influence (DUI)

We are a skilled California DUI defense firm helping drivers in Riverside, San Bernardino, Orange, Los Angeles and San Diego Counties with charges that range from a first offense misdemeanor DUI to felony DUI and vehicular manslaughter.

Theft Offenses

Our theft crime defense attorneys have handled every type of theft offense, including but not limited to, Petty Theft, Grand Theft, Commercial Burglary, Embezzlement, Fraud, Identity Theft, Residential Burglary and the Illegal Taking of a Vehicle.  If you’ve been arrested for a theft-related offense in Los Angeles County, Orange County, Riverside County, San Bernardino County, or San Diego County, we can help you.

Drug Offenses

Our California drug crimes and marijuana crimes defense attorneys are often able to have drug related charges dismissed or evidence thrown out using scientific tests and legal motions. If you’re a California resident living in Orange County, Riverside County, San Bernardino County, Los Angeles County or San Diego County facing drug charges, call us today.

Crimes of Violence & Weapons-Related Crimes

Whether you are charged with simple assault, battery, assault with a deadly weapon or first-degree murder, our California criminal defense attorneys are dedicated to giving Riverside, Orange, San Bernardino, Los Angeles and San Diego residents the personal attention such serious charges require.

Family Violence

Have you been accused of domestic violence?  Child abuse? We can help you.  Our domestic violence attorneys handle sensitive cases that involve everything from misdemeanor child endangerment to felony spousal abuse throughout Southern California in Riverside County, San Bernardino County, Orange County, Los Angeles County and San Diego County.

Sex Crimes

Don’t be branded a sex offender without a fair trial. Our California sex crimes defense attorneys known the high stakes and lifelong consequences associated with sex crime cases and have the skill to analyze DNA evidence, “he said-she said” testimony and more.  If you’ve been accused of a sex offense in Orange County, Riverside County, San Bernardino County, Los Angeles County, or San Diego County, California, call us immediately.

Strike Offenses

You need to hire a lawyer that knows what offenses constitute strikes and what types of sentences they carry. If you are facing charges that include one strike or are being charged under the California three strikes law, we can help you.  We represent clients facing serious prison sentences throughout California, including San Bernardino County, Riverside County, Orange County, Los Angeles County and San Diego County.

White Collar Crimes

In many cases, we can negotiate your case so you only pay monetary penalties and avoid jail time.  Residents of San Bernardino, Orange, Riverside, Los Angeles and San Diego Counties can find help within our white collar criminal defense firm. 

DMV and Other Traffic-Related Offenses

We have extensive experience fighting the DMV to allow you to keep your license and your driving privileges throughout California, including Riverside County, Orange County, San Bernardino County, Los Angeles County and San Diego County.

Cleaning Up Your Record

Having a criminal conviction on your record can hurt your chances at potential job opportunities.  Fortunately, California State provides for several avenues that can help you get a fresh start.  Call our experienced attorneys in Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, Los Angeles and San Diego Counties to help you with your expungement, termination of probation, sealing of an arrest record, certificate of rehabilitation, and governor’s pardon.

State & Federal Pre-Filing Investigations

If you believe you are a suspect in a state or federal investigation, our California lawyers located throughout Southern California counties such as Riverside, Orange, San Bernardino, Los Angeles and San Diego will work to mitigate the situation or even persuade the authorities not to file charges.  Call us for immediate assistance.

Federal Crimes

Our experienced attorneys have worked in the federal courts --  as well as federal agencies such as the FBI and the U.S. Attorney's Office – and have the experience and knowledge to help California residents accused of federal crimes. 

Alternative Sentencing

Our Southern California criminal defense attorneys will do everything we can to keep you out of jail and often request alternatives including Home Confinement, Work Release and Alcohol or Drug Rehabilitation.  Call us to discuss your options today.

Juvenile Crimes

If someone you love has been charged with a juvenile crime in Orange County, Riverside County, San Bernardino County, Los Angeles County or San Diego County, our juvenile crimes defense firm is experienced in handling such cases and will fight to protect your child’s future.

DUI Cases

  • Charged with 3rd DUI. Case set for trial and then dismissed.
  • Charged with DUI and had .34 BAC on first offense DUI. No Jail time and minimum fines allowed by law.
  • Charged with DUI and had .21 BAC. License saved by winning DMV hearing.
  • Charged with DUI, case reduced to moving infractions.
  • Charged with DUI and had BAC of .10. Charge reduced to “dry” reckless.
  • Charged with felony DUI with injuries. Granted probation and community service. No jail time.
  • Charged with DUI and had .16 BAC. License saved after winning his DMV hearing.
  • Charged with DUI/under 21 years old. Negotiated alcohol education program and fine. Once completed, case dismissed.
  • Charged with DUI/under 21 years old. Reduced to wet reckless.

Drug Cases

  • Charged with felony possession of drugs for sale, providing false information to police and smuggling drugs into jail. Case dismissed.
  • Charged with felony possession of marijuana for sale, having over 10lbs in his truck. Client granted probation and house arrest.
  • Client was corrections officer facing charges of smuggling drugs into prison. After negotiations, charges were never filed by the United States Attorney’s Office.
  • Charged with possession of drug paraphernalia. Case dismissed.

Assault / Battery / Theft

  • Charged with battery against spouse and vandalism. Jury verdict of not-guilty on all counts.
  • Charged with felony battery with great bodily injury. Case dismissed.
  • Charged with felony grand theft. Case Dismissed.
  • Juvenile charged with felony robbery. At first appearance, case reduced to misdemeanor theft, and minor released from custody same day.
  • Client facing charges of first degree residential burglary. After multiple negotiations with the detective and prosecutor, charges were never filed in exchange for client’s testimony.
  • Client facing petty theft with prior charge. Negotiated a theft diversion program, and once completed the case was dismissed entirely.
  • Client facing theft and embezzlement charges. After multiple negotiations with the detective and prosecutor, charges were never filed and client was granted immunity in exchange for client’s potential testimony.

Other Felonies

  • Charged with child endangerment. Case reduced to 415, disturbing the peace.
  • Client previously convicted of 42 felony counts. Successful in getting all counts reduced to misdemeanors and then expunged off of his record.
  • Charged with probation violations and had warrant out for four years. Successfully reinstated probation on original terms with no additional jail time.

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