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Experienced Criminal Defense Legal Services in San Mateo

Committed to Legal Service with Integrity and Compassion

If you are facing criminal charges, particularly if this is your first encounter with the criminal justice system, you are probably full of anxiety and worried about the impact this will have on your future. You could be afraid that your criminal defense attorney will quietly assume you are guilty and judge you as such, thus not putting his or her full effort behind your defense. You could be concerned that your lawyer will give up on your case before fully investigating it, and before truly trying to prove your innocence or reduce the charges against you. You could even be worried that even with an attorney at your side you will feel just as alone in your fight to clear your good name as you feel right now.

At the Law Office of Charles B. Smith, we purposely keep our case load low so that we can give each and every client the attention they deserve and the assistance they so desperately need. We would not take your case if we didn’t think we would be willing to put in the hard work necessary to take every step possible to fight the charges against you and provide you with a comforting, caring environment where you will be free to air your grievances, feel respected and get the compassion you need to carry you through this difficult time.

The Law Office of Charles B. Smith: A Firm that Puts You First

At our firm, we offer the personalized, customized service of a small firm, but the record of success typically reserved for larger ones. We pride ourselves on taking the time to hear the details of your case and really learn about you. If we cannot form a real picture of who you are, outside of the accusations against you, we simply cannot do our best to defend you and separate you as a person from you as a defendant. This approach has served us well over the years – and while we cannot guarantee specific results in your particular case, you can rest assured that we will work as hard as possible to walk with you step-by-step through the justice system, regardless of whether you face charges of:

We have handled literally thousands of cases and, additionally, can help you address the administrative aspect of DMV Hearings to help prevent the suspension of your driver's license.

Contact Us

If you face criminal charges, contact a firm with strong roots in the San Mateo community, and a small, caring staff that lives for helping people threatened with serious legal consequences. We accept credit cards, remain accessible to clients at all hours, and offer free initial consultations on all criminal matters. We are also conveniently located near such San Mateo landmarks as Celia's Mexican restaurant. To contact the attorneys of the Law Office of Charles B. Smith, send us an e-mail or call us at 650-401-3661.