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About Rabin Nabizadeh

Attorney Rabin Nabizadeh is a dedicated criminal defense attorney with years of experience representing clients in California state and federal courts. He is known for his focused advocacy, strategic approach, and determination to protect his clients in high pressure situations.

He brings added value to his practice through his understanding of how criminal cases can affect immigration status, allowing him to approach defense strategy with long term consequences in mind. This perspective is especially important for clients whose cases carry risks beyond the immediate charges.

Mr. Nabizadeh trained under nationally respected criminal defense attorneys and is fluent in Hebrew and Farsi. Outside of his legal practice, he enjoys playing classical guitar.

Education

  • University of California Hastings College of Law
  • University of California, Los Angeles

Awards & Membership

  • Years in practice 13
  • School UC Hastings College of the Law 2003 -- Best Oral Advocate – Moot Court
  • Member – CPDA, Alameda County Bar Association
  • UCLA 1996 Dean’s List

Practice Areas

Case Results

  • Client charged with possession with intent to sell; Acquitted at trial.
  • Client charged with 6 counts of felony burglary with allegation of prior strike; No Jail - Probation and 60 days of Cal-trans.
  • Client charged with felony sexual assault; Several counts dismissed at preliminary hearing and charge reduced to misdemeanor false imprisonment requiring no jail - only probation and community service.
  • Client charged with felony resisting arrest; Reduced an Infraction with no probation.
  • Client charged with felony grand theft; Reduced to a misdemeanor with time served.

In the News

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Mr. Nabizadeh is frequently asked for his opinion regarding legal issues. He was recently asked to comment on drone surveillance law.

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