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    Law Office of James Dunn
    202 California Ave #246
    Palo Alto, CA 94306
    United States

    phone: 650.933.5091

    PALO ALTO CRIMINAL & DUI ATTORNEY

    There is no question that a skilled attorney is critical to successfully fighting the crime you’ve been charged with. Unfortunately, many arrested individuals retain a law firm sorely lacking in talent or even go without representation at all. No matter what you’re facing, you cannot afford to make the same mistake.

    For more than 18 years, individuals in Palo Alto and throughout Silicon Valley have turned to Attorney James Dunn and his team for their experience as an expert criminal defense attorneys. The legal team which includes Criminal Law Specialist Mara Feiger and Law Practice Manager Robert Preskill believes in defending clients with the goal of getting all charges dropped.  They are known for their refusal to back down and their willingness to take cases to trial whenever necessary.  As Palo Alto’s top defense team, they will make the difference in your case.

    HUNDREDS OF CASES FAVORABLY RESOLVED

    In his early days, Attorney Dunn prosecuted cases for the District Attorney as a post graduate law clerk. In that time he tried jury trials, felony bench trials, and worked for the Hardcore Gang Unit. This gives him a unique insight that most attorneys don’t have and the capability to approach your charges with unmatched skill.

    Since then, Mr. Dunn has won cases at the highest level in California including the CA Supreme Court. In addition he has achieved a perfect score of 10/10 on Avvo.  At the Law Office of James Dunn, nothing matters more than building a strong defense on your behalf.

    Attorney Dunn’s experience is broad and spans all of the following:

    • DUI
    • Assault and battery
    • Aggravated assault
    • Domestic violence
    • Drug crimes
    • Driving under the influence
    • Sex crimes
    • Theft offense
    • Police brutality

    You can feel confident when you retain Attorney Dunn and the legal team. They have successfully resolved more than 1,500 cases. Keep in mind that your future can be permanently damaged by a conviction, and having a strong firm in your corner can make a difference in the outcome obtained.

    Your defense begins the moment you contact the Law Office of James Dunn. Reviewing copies of the arrest report, interviewing witnesses, and assessing possible mistakes made by law enforcement are all vital steps that Attorney Dunn will take.

     

    Dynamite Lawyer. He Won My Impossible Case.

    I had been kicking back with friends and drinking beer all afternoon. On my way home, I ended up getting into an accident. Nobody was hurt, but the driver of the other car called the cops. I was freaking out. My license was suspended at the time. My breath test was .21, and even Mr. Dunn told me my chances were slim to none. But at that point in my life, a conviction would have destroyed me. So I put my faith in Mr. Dunn and told him to take the case to trial. He was awesome. Not Guilty on all counts! He also won back my License.

    Rick

    Case Results
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    2013-01-23T00:40:51+00:00

    Rick

    I had been kicking back with friends and drinking beer all afternoon. On my way home, I ended up getting into an accident. Nobody was hurt, but the driver of the other car called the cops. I was freaking out. My license was suspended at the time. My breath test was .21, and even Mr. Dunn told me my chances were slim to none. But at that point in my life, a conviction would have destroyed me. So I put my faith in Mr. Dunn and told him to take the case to trial. He was awesome. Not Guilty on all counts! He also won back my License.

    I found them to be exceptionally professional

    "I had a difficult legal issue to confront. I discovered that the attorneys at the Law Offices of James Dunn specialized in the complex matters facing me. From the introductory meeting to the final resolution I found them to be exceptionally professional, extremely thorough, most effective culminating with a very satisfactory outcome on my behalf.

    Jim's demeanor is very pleasant and reassuring inspiring confidence and made it easier for me to address and persist through sometimes difficult adversarial foreign and unanticipated circumstances. They are very supportive with an understanding and respect for the client's privacy and emotional state."

    Bill S.

    Case Results
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    2019-09-14T00:15:18+00:00

    Bill S.

    "I had a difficult legal issue to confront. I discovered that the attorneys at the Law Offices of James Dunn specialized in the complex matters facing me. From the introductory meeting to the final resolution I found them to be exceptionally professional, extremely thorough, most effective culminating with a very satisfactory outcome on my behalf. Jim's demeanor is very pleasant and reassuring inspiring confidence and made it easier for me to address and persist through sometimes difficult adversarial foreign and unanticipated circumstances. They are very supportive with an understanding and respect for the client's privacy and emotional state."

    They know the law and know how to win.

    "James Dunn law firm is the top law firm in Santa Clara bar none. They know the law and know how to win. They are professional and well respected in the courtroom. Their reputation proceeds them. Thank you Attorney James Dunn."

    Tom H.

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    2019-10-24T00:19:39+00:00

    Tom H.

    "James Dunn law firm is the top law firm in Santa Clara bar none. They know the law and know how to win. They are professional and well respected in the courtroom. Their reputation proceeds them. Thank you Attorney James Dunn."

    Thank you Attorney James Dunn

    "Thank you Attorney James Dunn and his experienced team for the outstanding defense. I never imagined my case would end this well."

    Sandra P.

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    2019-11-01T00:21:32+00:00

    Sandra P.

    "Thank you Attorney James Dunn and his experienced team for the outstanding defense. I never imagined my case would end this well."
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    Assault with a deadly weapon

    CA Penal Code 245 is a "wobbler" crime which can be charged as either a felony or a misdemeanor. Our goal will be to show that you were falsely accused, acted in self defense or did not show the required intent.

    Domestic Violence

    In Palo Alto, CA Penal Code 273.5 defines this crime also known as domestic abuse or spousal abuse. We help our Palo Alto area clients get restraining orders lifted and charges dropped to avoid problems with family and employment.

    DUI

    Clients often ask us whether it makes sense to hire a DUI attorney for Santa Clara County cases. The answer is almost always yes. If you don't fight these charges, you face substantial fines, a permanent criminal record and increased insurance rates.

    Drug Crimes

    Whether you are charged with simple possession, possession for sales, drug trafficking or cultivation in the Palo Alto area, our legal team will help you. A motion to suppress evidence, if granted, can result in a dismissal.

    Embezzlement

    With CA Penal Code 503 or embezzlement accusations, our goal is to get the charges dropped in the pre-file stage before your reputation is damaged. We negotiate with employers to work out civil compromise arrangements.

    Expungement

    If you have a criminal record, in most cases in Santa Clara county courts we can help you clean it to give you a fresh start and make it invisible to future employment background checks.

    Federal Crimes

    If you are facing federal criminal charges in the Palo Alto, CA Area, you'll need an attorney on your side who knows the nuances and specialized rules of federal court.

    Grand Theft

    In Santa Clara County, Grand theft refers to stolen property or services that are valued above $950. Keep in mind that, unlike petty theft, which is a misdemeanor, Grand Theft is a wobbler which means it may be charged as a misdemeanor or a felony.

    hit and Run

    Hit and Run in the Palo Alto Area courts can be charged as either a misdemeanor or a felony depending upon whether there was property damage only or also bodily injury. Either way, our goal will be to negotiate dropped charges.

    Civil Rights

    As a strong advocate for equality and fair treatment, the Law Office of James Dunn wants to help victims take a stand, help their voice be heard and ensure that justice is achieved. If you have been a victim of any civil rights violation we want to hear your story.

    Petty Theft/Shoplifting

    Attorney James Dunn has successfully helped clients accused of petty theft by every major Silicon Valley area store including Fry's, Ikea, Target, Best Buy, Costco, Walmart and others.

    Probation Violation

    If your probation officer has accused you of violating your probation we will investigate and then represent you at your hearing to get your probation reinstated.

    Child Pornography Possession

    If you are found with even just a few child pornography images on your computer, you can face serious consequences which include sex crime registration. We will fight to help you avoid jail and stay off the registration list.

    Sexual Assault and Battery

    Even a relatively minor unwanted touching can result in a criminal sexual assault charge which can lead to sex crime registration if not properly defended. These cases are defensible and we have been successful winning dismissals.

    Indecent Exposure

    We believe strongly that these are minor, almost victimless offenses. We have developed effective legal strategies to protect your clean record, avoid registration and keep you out of jail. These cases are often misunderstandings that can be cleared up before trial.

    Child Molestation

    In child molestation cases, false allegations are very common. These situations are often a case of a manipulated and impressionable alleged victim making false/confused statements — sometimes relating to events that supposedly happened long ago.