San Diego Defenders
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Founded in 1990, San Diego Defenders, located in Chula Vista, CA, is a distinguished criminal defense law firm. The firm comprises a team of lawyers, including founders Daniel Smith and Jon Pettis, who collectively bring 55 years of experience in defending clients accused of criminal activities. Known for their aggressive defense strategies, they specialize in a wide range of cases, including DUI, domestic violence, theft, and drug-related crimes. They also aid in getting felonies reduced to misdemeanors. The firm maintains a boutique setting and offers in-house payment plans for their clients' convenience. With a strong commitment to civil rights, San Diego Defenders work diligently to secure the best outcomes for their clients.
Specialties
Breathalyzer administered
Breathalyzer administered at traffic stop, Breathalyzer not administered at traffic stop
Previous DUI charges
Customers with previous DUI charges, Customers without previous DUI charges
Felony or misdemeanor
Misdemeanor, Felony
Field sobriety tests
Field sobriety tests performed, Field sobriety tests not performed
Location and hours
San Diego Defenders
585 3rd Ave
Chula Vista, CA 91910
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Work Experience
Founder Supervising Attorney
San Diego Defenders, APC
2011 - Present
Lead Trial Attorney
United Trial Group APC
2010 - 2011
Supervising Attorney
DS Criminal Law Group
2011 - Present
Lead Trial Attorney South Bay District
Pacific Law Center, San Diego, Ca
2008 - 2010
Trial Attorney
Law Offices of Daniel M. Smith
1993 - 2008
Trial Lawyer
Federal Defenders of San Diego, Inc.
1992 - 1993
Education
California Western School of Law
1990
Arizona State University
1988
California Western School of Law
Law
1990
Arizona State University
Economics
1988
Associations & Affiliations
California DUI Lawyers Association
Member
DUI Defense Lawyers Association
Member
California Public Defenders Association
Member
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Member
California Attorneys for Criminal Justice
Member
State Bar of Arizona
Member
State Bar of California
Member
American Bar Association
member
San Diego Bar Association
Member
Gaslamp Association Board of Directos
Board Member
Publications
Speaking Engagements
Guest Lecturer - Government
Criminal Procedure - Case Study
2013
Public Interest Law Foundation Conference
Starting your Criminal Defense Career as a Federal Public Defender
2010
Dateline NBC with Natalie Ramirez
School Bomb Prankster Strikes a Deal
2009
Services offered
Criminal Defense Attorney
Dui Lawyer
Government & Administrative Lawyer