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ACCUSED OF A CRIMINAL OFFENSE?

Summit Defense Criminal Attorneys have earned a reputation for aggressive and results-oriented defense. Our practice is devoted solely to Criminal Defense and our team has had over 120 years of cumulative experience in Santa Clara County. We are San Jose’s premiere team of Criminal Defense Attorneys and rely on each other’s expertise and prior knowledge to get you the best results. Fighting Santa Clara County or the State of California requires not only tenacity, resolve and an intimate relationship with the District Attorneys and court staff, it often requires expertise that no single attorney will ever possess. Our attorneys often appear on local news coverage relating to Santa Clara Criminal news and have, for the most part, been born and raised in the bay area. Summit Defense Criminal Attorneys handle all misdemeanor, felony and juvenile cases that are located in the Santa Clara county courts in San Jose, Palo Alto, and Morgan Hill.

COMMON CRIMES WE HANDLE FOR OUR CLIENTS:

Theft and Shoplifting

COURTS THAT HANDLE CRIMINAL DEFENSE CASES IN SAN JOSE, CA

Hall of Justice
(HOJ)

191 West Hedding Street San Jose, CA 95110

Cases Handled: If you are accused of committing any criminal offense in San Jose, your case will likely be handled at the Hall of Justice.

Phone:
‍(408) 808-6600

Family Justice Center
Courthouse (FJCC)

01 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113

Cases Handled: Drug charges
Criminal Court Calendar : Santa Clara Country

Phone:
‍(408) 792-4200

JAILS IN SAN JOSE CA

The Main Jail

All inmates are initially booked through this correctional facility in Downtown San Jose.

Elmwood Correctional Facility

This correctional facility in Milpitas has complexes for both male and female inmates.

DRIVING DIRECTIONS TO OUR SAN JOSE CRIMINAL LAW OFFICE

Crimes We Defend

Meet The Team

With over 120 years of cumulative and exclusive Criminal Defense experience, our reputation for aggressive and results oriented performance, whether in State court or Federal Court, has been documented by several Bay Area news channels and vetted by hundreds of satisfied clients. Our success and industry recognition is the result of our EXCLUSIVE FOCUS on criminal defense; we don’t accept personal injury or family law cases. This single-minded focus allows us to keep pace with the ever-changing landscape of legal doctrine and provide you with the best results possible.

our attorneys

James Reilley

ATTORNEY AT LAW

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RABIN NABIZADEH

ATTORNEY AT LAW

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DEEPTI SETHI

ATTORNEY AT LAW

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MARIO ANDREWS

ATTORNEY AT LAW

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COLLIN MOORE

ATTORNEY AT LAW

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ALISON MINET ADAMS

ATTORNEY AT LAW

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SCOTT MOSSMAN

ATTORNEY AT LAW

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PATRICIA CAMPI

ATTORNEY AT LAW

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TENNILLE DUFFY

ATTORNEY AT LAW

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ROSS PYTLIK

ATTORNEY AT LAW

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Successful Case Results in San Jose

Client Testimonials

Real People. Real Stories.

Summit Defense is nothing short of AMAZING, namely, Rabin N. When I caught my case, I was scared out of my mind and didn’t know what to do or what to expect, Rabin kept gave me realistic expectations but got me THEE BEST outcome imaginable. I was facing 3-5 years IN PRISON, and walked away with NO JAIL TIME!! I will forever be grateful for his knowledge and expertise!! This man KNOWS WHAT HE’S DOING and is VERY WELL CONNECTED!

Michelle C.

San Jose

After my son’s arrest, I met with several attorneys who promised miracles for very high fees. I ended up hiring Summit Defense right before the Preliminary Hearing in the case. If you are looking for honest and skilled lawyers, choose Summit Defense. Despite several mistakes by my first lawyer, Mr. Weese was able to correct the record and get us the best results at a reasonable price.

Sunny c.

Los Altos

Thank you Mr. Riley for not giving up and saving our family from ruin. I can’t imagine where I would be if it weren’t for your diligence and amazing talent. You are truly one of a kind Mr. Riley and I will be greatful for you for the rest of my life.

Marcus P.

San Jose

The attorneys at this firm are amazing! It took two years to resolve my case and through out everyone was amazing. Special mention for Jessica, the paralegal who worked tirelessly with me to deliver all the documents needed and was probably my best friend for the entire time.

Timothy C.

Amazing lawyer and just a kind, no bullshit human being. Told me what could be done and did it for half the price and ridiculous promises other attorneys delivered.

Ginger W.

Thank you for everything. Your empathy, diligence and for not giving up. Highly recommend if you get a DUI.

Tony F.

I have known many lawyers in my day and these guys are top guns. Richard Weise was professional and really went to bat for our whole family. Highly recommend if you need a criminal lawyer.

Connie L.

Can’t express how pleased with Tennille Duffy. She is the most talented attorney I have seen and challenged every detail and never backed down.

Athena H.

Forever grateful to whole team of attorneys for doing an outstanding job on a DUI case. Very responsive and talented. Richard is an exceptional lawyer and I would highly recommend him to anyone seeking a criminal lawyer.

Sophie H.

Criminal Attorneys

SAN JOSE CA LAW OFFICE

ACCUSED OF A CRIMINAL OFFENSE?

COMMON CRIMES WE HANDLE FOR OUR CLIENTS: