JAMES M. CRAWFORD
Criminal Defense & Appeals Attorney
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James is a wonderful attorney. James represented me as an assigned council appointed by the public defender’s office to handle a frivolous charge against me after I spent a year and a half repeatedly refusing pressure from several public defenders to strike a plea deal to some ridiculous charges that I consider nothing more than a blatant waste of taxpayers money. At the time James was intensely involved in a murder trial. I consider my case, by far, to be trivial in comparison. Despite this fact, James had genuine concern about my case, and supported My resistance to being pressured or bullied into accepting any offers from the DA. Not once once did James encourage me to negotiate or change my mindset regarding the charges I was facing. He took the case head on and his efforts eventually resulted in a dismissal of the charges against me. I was overwhelmingly surprised and delighted with his efforts considering his other commitments to a very serious case with implications far outweighing my matter. James is not just a great attorney, he’s a good guy. And that’s a rarity in his line of work.
Mr. Crawford is absolutely phenomenal. He is extremely professional and someone you really need on your side if you are ever in a tough situation. His expertise saved me and I am very grateful to him for all he did for me. I would highly recommend him to anyone who is in need of a criminal defense attorney.
“HE SAVED MY LIFE! He took all the evidence in my defense, researched my case and typed up a writ… and provided me my freedom. Mr. Crawford is honest, straight-forward and fights for you. I would HIGHLY recommend him.”
“Outstanding in all areas of the law, both State & Federal, Civil & Criminal! 5 stars!”
“Mr Crawford was amazing. Great response time for any questions or concerns you have. He is very knowledgeable and told us exactly how he was going to approach the case and got us the result that we wanted. I’m extremely pleased and definitely recommend Mr Crawford. Thank you!”
“Mr. Crawford is an incredibly talented criminal defense attorney with years of experience and a passion for doing everything he can for his clients. He works tirelessly to win his cases. I would highly recommend him”
“I was wrongfully convicted of a violent felony. In total despair, I had given up all hope. Then my cousin told me about James M. Crawford. He helped me file an appeal and won the case! He saved my hide. This guy is something else in the courtroom. He stood his ground and fought for me. He really cared, and now I’m a free man – rightfully so. Thank you, Mr. Crawford!”
“I know that for a fact Mr. Crawford is one of the best attorneys I have ever come across. My son was wrongly convicted and sentenced to 15 years. Mr. Crawford got him out. He did a great job and went beyond the call of duty. I am forever grateful.”
“Do not feel I could have found a better lawyer in California. Jim worked hard and got Felony DUI charges for DUI on Prescription Drugs reduced to an infraction. Other lawyers commented in court that they were astounded with what he did.”
“Better than anticipated results. Went in only hoping to avoid some aggravating circumstances on my charges, ended up having the charges dismissed altogether. Can’t beat that!”
“Best appellate lawyer in California. We were referred to James Crawford to file my appeals by attorney Lorrie Walton. After my trial I ended up spending 18 years in prison for a murder I didn’t commit. If it weren’t for him, I’d still be in prison. Mr. Crawford fought hard to get me out!”
“Mr. Crawford is an incredibly talented criminal defense attorney with years of experience and a passion for doing everything he can for his clients. He works tirelessly to win his cases. I would highly recommend him!”
“I have known Jim for years, he has always shown an extreme willingness to win for his clients. I have witnessed him as a guest speaker and I have seen firsthand his passion to fight for his clients. Hire Jim for the win!!”
“James is known as being one of the most ethical attorneys we have ever met, James knows the law, and will always do his best for anyone who obtains his services. And for that, I give James Crawford 5 Stars!”
“Mr Crawford is an excellent attorney. I have used him in my legal matters and would never go anywhere else. Unfortunately I have gotten myself into trouble on numerous occasions but am so thankful that Mr. Crawford has been there to help me out. Do not go anywhere else for your legal troubles…You will not be dissapointed.”
Beo Bairia – 5 stars!
Marta Cuevas – 5 stars!
Amanda Haver – 5 stars!
Punam Gupta – 5 stars!
Deirdre Gormley – 5 stars!
Vin Tyrson – 5 stars!
Ryan – 5 stars!
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“James is an excellent lawyer, a tireless and knowledgeable advocate for his clients, a nice person to deal with. You can trust his word and rely on him.”
“I endorse James. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.”
“I have found over the course of many years working with James Crawford, in my professional opinion, as one of the smartest attorneys I have collaborated with. In the court room, he clearly provides a “bare-knuckled” defense for every one of his clients.
I highly recommend the Law Offices of James Crawford should anyone have the misfortune of having to deal with the judicial system.”
“I endorse this lawyer’s work without any reservation whatsoever. Jim is absolutely one of the best lawyers in Southern California. He has a great work ethic and is very knowledgeable in the law and in practice. If I were charged with a crime (however unlikely), this is who I would hire.”