Reviews

On the recommendation of a friend, I hired them and they gave me hope that i was not previously given. It was no hope built on a dream but hope built of facts.

I just found them 10 minutes ago and I decided to call about my case and they were so quick to help me! They helped me so much with what questions I had about my case. Dan really helped me because before him I was very lost and didn't know what to do. He is not after your money and I'm so happy that there's people like him in the world and his whole team too!

I was riding in the passenger seat of my friends car. We were pulled over by the police claiming we hit the median of the street. I was subsequently charged with a DUI even though I was the passenger and the drive was stone sober. I hired Mr Smith and Mr Pettis to defend me and they did an excellent job of persuading the DA that the charges were bogus and the case was dismissed. They were extremely professional and personable. I felt that the case was in great hands and I was proved right. I would highly recommend them and would go to them immediately again if needed. Their rates are great and they went out of their way to help us out even further in that area. Once again highly recommended - Michael (Satisfied Client)

I came to ask a question regarding a pending case I have. Daniel not only saw me without an appointment, he gave me some fantastic advice, gave me 30 min of his time, and told me to save my money that my case was fine. Finding an attorney that isn't drooling to take my money? Yea I'd say he's a stand up man. Thank you Daniel.

Dan the Man, what everyone should call him, is very professional and honest. He gave me advice on how to defend my case. Very polite and a great listener. He's a located in Chula Vista, and it pleases me to know that locally amongst us civilians there exist this type of persona and professionalism. Thank you Dan the Man.

My case started as a Misdemeanor Battery in October of 2016, it involved pepper spray and the other party placing me in a private persons arrest. During the initial contact with the officer I was asked about my dashboard camera. Unfortunate for me the officer took my dashboard camera as evidence against me. When the officer filed the paper work with the court he changed to charges from a Misdemeanor Battery to a Felony Illegal use of tear gas weapon. It was bad and I needed help fast. I had been doing research on local lawyers and decided to pay only two a visit. The first was flashy with her nice place and weird way of doing business. It felt very impersonal and made me feel like a number. I decided to take my business with San Diego Defenders. I made contact with San Diego Defenders over the phone and left a message with their answering service. I was contacted by Daniel Smith from San Diego Defenders. He got right to the point and asked me to come in for a chat. I was hesitant at first because I was not given permission to talk with the other attorney's I only spoke with case managers. So I went in to further discuss my situation. I left San Diego Defenders feeling great about my decision. As of January 2017 I am happy to say that the DA decided not to file charges against me and my life is back on track. I am forever in debt to Dan, Layla and Jon for all their help in my case. If it wasn't for the hard work from San Diego Defenders I would be in prison unable to return the favor in this small review. My monthly bill with Dan Smith comes in at a whopping $150.00 per month. If you are hesitant about conducting business with San Diego Defenders I ask that you take a deep breath and handle your business with people who are willing to go above and beyond for those they defend. DO NOT HESITATE, go in, speak with Daniel Smith FACE TO FACE, not a case manager and hear it from the horses mouth. YOU HAVE EVERYTHING TO LOSE IF YOU ARE NOT WORKING WITH Dan Smith, hire only the best at an affordable price. Thank you Dan, Layla and Pettis! All of you are amazing people doing great things to help those in need. I can't thank you enough for all your hard work and dedication to my case. I am forever in debt to all of you. If I am ever in a bind again, San Diego Defenders is my go to Law Office

Mr. Dan Smith represented myself in a felony DUI with additional child endangerment charges. I was facing one year in jail since it was my second DUI . My case drug out for over two years and Mr. Smith and his team stuck right by my side the entire time. I paid one flat fee for his teams services. His team did such an outstanding job defending me throughout the entire process. He negotiated and fought for me using his years of experience and kept me out of jail and only on probation at the end. He also continued to represent me when a restitution hearing was brought against me for the same incident with no additional fee. Mr. Dan Smith and his team represented me very professionally and his teams action resulted in a second chance for myself. I owe my freedom to his law firm. This is the second time I have used Mr. Dan Smith and his team and I would use them again if ever needed (let's hope not).

I Gloria when to consult Atorney Daniel Smith ,and he was very helpful, respectful, he give me advice, also,he found that my son had a charge that wasn't his,the attorney pull out the case,and got the inf.from the other person, for me,he gave me the inf.so that my son can ask for that charge to be removed, ,he really help me a lot, I recommend attorney Daniel Smith, he is a experience attorney, always ready to help,

My son's case was not as involved as most Attorney Dan Smith represents. My son's two pieces of luggage were seized at the border near San Diego by CBP. He was sent over 2,000 miles to his home area but his luggage was left behind with CBP saying they will be destroyed in 30 days. After a couple of weeks of failed attempts on my part to have the luggage returned, Mr. Dan Smith was able to get favorable results in less than 24 hours and send the two pieces of luggage to my son at his home address over 2,000 miles. Although most of Mr. Smith's cases are much more involved, with serious life changing consequences than this one, he knew how important it was to my son and me for the clothing, etc. be returned. He is caring, competent, and professional. I wish he was located in my area. San Diego is very fortunate to have Dan Smith, attorney, in their area. I will always be grateful for his services. For me, Mr. Smith was a Godsend.

He saved me and my husband from a mess of paperwork got my husband out with one of his fellow colleagues and made sure we still had an opportunity to get my husband paperwork by clearing all charges thanks Dan!! Your a miracle worker!!!!!

I can't say enough about this team. From the minute you walk in the door you know your in good hands. Jon Pettis tried my case. I don't know what the outcome is yet but he should be on TV. He is the best most thorough attorney. I am so impressed. I would recommend him for any trial.

Spoke with Mr.Smith,he took the.time to.answer all my questions and put my mind at ease..out of all the attorneys I spoke with he was the one to take his time and.discuss all my worries.Hes not about taking what you got...I would recommend him to anyone.