Best Criminal Defense Lawyers near Milpitas, CA

These firms serve Milpitas from nearby bases in San Jose, Fremont and Palo Alto.

24 firms listed · 11 open 24/7 · 12 open weekends · 22 rated 4.5+

Data verified October 15, 2026

Shnider Law Firm

Shnider Law Firm

(50)
  • Case
  • Patient
  • Questions
“When I needed help with my case I called Shnider Law Firm and immediately received help from a very helpful staff member named Jennifer who was able to answer all of my questions and get me the help I needed ASAP.”
Emergency Services
In Business Since 2011
Se Habla Español
Free Initial Consultation
San Jose, CA · 9 mi from Milpitas
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The Law Offices of Richard Wingerden

The Law Offices of Richard Wingerden

(39)
  • Questions
  • Patient
  • Trust
“Although his practice now focuses exclusively on estate planning, Richard still provided me with competent, thorough, and practical legal advice on a broad spectrum of issues beyond the scope of his retainer.”
BBB Rating: A
In Business Since 2015
Family Business
San Jose, CA · 9 mi from Milpitas
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Javier Rios San Jose Criminal Defense Attorney

Javier Rios San Jose Criminal Defense Attorney

(46)
  • Advice
  • Charges
  • Information
“It was a blessing to speak with the lawyer Javier Rios, he advised me with great honesty, a great person, he does not put monetary interest first, very humane and a good person, God bless him for his help.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 1991
Emergency Services
San Jose, CA · 9 mi from Milpitas
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Law Office of Brendan Barrett

Law Office of Brendan Barrett

(50)
  • Result
  • Choice
  • Questions
“He told me everything in clear detail what type of outcome I could potentially be looking at (per CA law) and never promised me anything absurd (although after watching him defend me in a case like mine, I'm pretty sure he could start promising posit...”
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2015
San Jose, CA · 9 mi from Milpitas
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Law Office of Stephanie Rickard

Law Office of Stephanie Rickard

(49)
  • Feel
  • Fees
  • Questions
“One such occasion, the second she walked into the court room on my behalf electricity was struck, her heart ablaze, and a very serious false, dishonest, allegations against me, that could have robbed me of what is most precious in life, freedom, was...”
Emergency Services
In Business Since 2007
Free Initial Consultation
San Jose, CA · 9 mi from Milpitas
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Holden W. Green

Holden W. Green

(48)
  • Call
  • Job
  • Court
“This attorney was just straight up honest with me which is great in a bumming way but he answer all my questions with out even hiring him it sound to me that he is an honest person that is willing to fight for peoples rights and if anyone is in need ...”
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2006
San Jose, CA · 9 mi from Milpitas
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The 24 firms listed for Milpitas, CA defend criminal charges for people. What each states about the offenses it takes and the courts it appears in comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.

Area overview: Milpitas, CA

The 24 firms on this page are rated from 4.1 to 5.0 across 1,155 reviews; 7 have 50 or more reviews and 22 are rated 4.5 or higher. When clients rate these firms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (96%), responsiveness (83%) and quality (81%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the firms on this page are "results", "knowledge" and "patient". 11 are open around the clock; 12 are open on Saturdays and 11 on Sundays. The practice areas the firms on this page list most often on their websites are domestic violence (5), criminal defense (3), drug crimes (3), drug charges (2) and dui (2). 6 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 22 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 48 years. 11 offer urgent consultations; 9 offer a free initial consultation and 1 is family- or locally-owned. 1 has Spanish-speaking staff. We have a website on file for all 24 of the firms on this page; 21 publish a contact page; 10 list a public email and 1 takes bookings online. We count these figures across the firms on this page; hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the firm before you book a consultation.

Do any criminal law firms listed for Milpitas offer free consultations?

9 of the 24 criminal defense firms here state that a first consultation carries no charge. Treat it as a chance to ask how your kind of charge is handled and who would cover your hearings. It is not the moment to describe the facts in detail to several firms in a row.

Law Offices of Nan Bucknell

Law Offices of Nan Bucknell

(47)
  • Outcome
  • System
  • Court
“She is extremely knowledgable and knows the court system and was able to settle a case for me and have it sealed because the whole thing was just ridiculous.”
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 1998
San Jose, CA · 9 mi from Milpitas
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Magdalena Law Group

Magdalena Law Group

(47)
  • Divorce
  • Case
  • Team
“The plan and process they set forth and the support they provided along the way, helped me understand the legal process which for many, like myself, is so confusing.”
In Business Since 2014
San Jose, CA · 9 mi from Milpitas
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Law Office of Daniel Jensen

Law Office of Daniel Jensen

(20)
  • Knowledge
  • Patient
  • Attorney
“I can say that when they mopped the court room floor with the opposing counsel and my lying, cheating, greedy ex wife, not once, twice, three times but all four times we went to court.”
BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 1986
San Jose, CA · 9 mi from Milpitas
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The Law Offices of Adam Allen Arant

The Law Offices of Adam Allen Arant

(39)
  • Calls
  • Knowledge
  • Outcome
“When every other lawyer was quoting me $10,000+ Adam charged me less than half of that, not because his services lack in quality, but because he quotes you genuinely and honorably based on what he deems reasonable for your unique situation.”
In Business Since 2012
San Jose, CA · 9 mi from Milpitas
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Vijay Dinakar Law Firm

Vijay Dinakar Law Firm

(18)
  • Knowledge
  • Legal Representation
  • Case
“Vijay is very honest and amazing lawyer , His legal advise for me was exactly correct and he is very kind and loyal person, in my opinion he cares about humanity and honestly more than money and this is very valuable🙏🏻 …”
Emergency Services
In Business Since 2015
San Jose, CA · 9 mi from Milpitas
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Law Office of Allen C. Speare

Law Office of Allen C. Speare

(5)
  • Call
  • Explanation
“He's been respectful of my time and resources, professional on his knowledge of each situation, and ready to refer to an associate for positions outside his scope of expertise.”
BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 2000
San Jose, CA · 9 mi from Milpitas
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Steven H Nakano, Attorney at Law

Steven H Nakano, Attorney at Law

(12)
  • Sentence
  • Result
  • Case
“Going through this kind event in one's life is very stressful but having a trustworthy lawyer like Steven Nakano to help and support us with all our needs made everything so much easier.”
BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 1989
Accepts Debit, Check, Paypal, Cash, All Major Credit Cards
San Jose, CA · 9 mi from Milpitas
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Edwin E. Samuels Attorney at Law

Edwin E. Samuels Attorney at Law

(3)
“Remember: the two most important people to be completely honest with: your doctor and your lawyer!”
Emergency Services
In Business Since 2008
Free Initial Consultation
Palo Alto, CA · 14 mi from Milpitas
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Law Office of Diego F. Macwilliam

Law Office of Diego F. Macwilliam

(2)
“For my last visit at his office for a free consultation, I have to believe that he is one of greatest defense attorneys in Bay Area , due to his tremendous knowledges on subjects, professional service and great attitude to serving his clients.”
BBB Rating: A
In Business Since 2001
Free Initial Consultation
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
San Jose, CA · 9 mi from Milpitas
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The Law Office of Leila Vaez-Iravani

The Law Office of Leila Vaez-Iravani

(15)
  • Contempt
  • Questions
  • Knowledge
“In my own interactions with her and from what our mutual clients have indicated to me, I can say without hesitation that she is highly knowledgeable about the law and a zealous advocate for those whom she represents.”
Emergency Services
In Business Since 2020
San Jose, CA · 9 mi from Milpitas
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Leon Mezzetti Criminal Law Offices Bay Area

Leon Mezzetti Criminal Law Offices Bay Area

(15)
  • Law Firm
“They helped me by attending in person on my behalf (I am from out-of-state) and took care of the case completely.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 1982
Emergency Services
Fremont, CA · 8 mi from Milpitas
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Fuller Law Office

Fuller Law Office

(14)
  • Outcome
  • Court
“Cory took the case, explained the legal situation to us, did all the necessary court work, followed through on everything, *and* explained the legal situation to our son too and helped him understand what he needed to change to avoid similar problems...”
Emergency Services
In Business Since 2013
San Jose, CA · 9 mi from Milpitas
i
Jachimowicz Law Group

Jachimowicz Law Group

(20)
  • Advice
  • Case
  • Expertise
“However I was fortunate to find Joshua from Jachimowicz Law Group who was not only knowledgeable, experienced and super helpful but very compassionate and patient in listening to the case.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 1978
Free Initial Consultation
San Jose, CA · 9 mi from Milpitas
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Louie & Kitsuse Law Offices

Louie & Kitsuse Law Offices

(17)
  • Strategy
  • Team
  • Questions
“I came for consultation twice because I am in a tough situation and didn't know what to do but he is nice enough to explain my situation and all the questions I had and and made me feel a lot better.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 1988
San Jose, CA · 9 mi from Milpitas
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Law Offices of Bernard P. Bray

Law Offices of Bernard P. Bray

(3)
“I had a couple questions about a jail term and he helped me the best way he could and gave me really good advice and he didn't have to talk to me or answer my questions but he did , really good lawyer”
Emergency Services
In Business Since 2004
San Jose, CA · 9 mi from Milpitas
i
Abogado Criminalista

Abogado Criminalista

(6)
  • Trust
  • Service
“Very professional and patient and they are always available to their clients, we are blessed to have found them and we confidently hope that everything turns out well.”
Emergency Services
In Business Since 2009
San Jose, CA · 9 mi from Milpitas
i
Avery & Associates Investigations

Avery & Associates Investigations

(1)
“Avery & Associates conducted an internal investigation for us and were very thorough and professional!”
Emergency Services
In Business Since 2015
San Jose, CA · 9 mi from Milpitas
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Lopez Cruz Law

Lopez Cruz Law

(7)
  • Questions
  • Service
“Great experience wish I did it sooner with her ,walked me thru my process answered all my questions and made it easy can't thank her enough I will be continuing my path too citizenship with Sandra”
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2022
San Jose, CA · 9 mi from Milpitas
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Criminal Law Attorney Services in Milpitas, CA Cost Estimates

Minimum cost
$1705
Maximum cost
$20455
National Average
$6251
Avg Per Hour Rates
$398
$3978
$6819
Average price range is based on 528 cost profiles
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Average Cost $6251
Minimum cost $1705
Maximum cost $20455
Avg Per Hour Rates $398

Average range $3978 to $6819 is based on 528 cost profiles.

Why these companies made our list

What clients say about firms near Milpitas

  • “I am pleased to say that it is due to her knowledge and expertise that Nan was able to get the case dismissed as of today!” — client of Law Offices of Nan Bucknell
  • “Based on how she communicated with me, I really felt like she cared for me, and having never dealt with an attorney before, I was very pleasantly surprised.” — client of Law Office of Stephanie Rickard
  • “Although that process is never fun Christine and Calvin were a pleasure to work with; they were always empathetic and understanding of my situation, and I always felt that they had my best interest in mind.” — client of Louie & Kitsuse Law Offices

Excerpts from public reviews of the firms listed on this page.

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