Reviews

Rabin Nabizadeh is your man to trust — he has empathy, he has logic, and he has the years of experience to help see you through any situation needing a defense attorney. In my situation, I had no experience whatsoever wth the legal system, and I was panicking. Rabin was able sense my anxiety and walk me through my options and likely outcomes — late on a Friday night no less. After putting the appropriate plan in place, over the next several weeks, Rabin was exceedingly patient —— I’m the type of person that not only asks many questions, but likes to folks to over-communicate with me as well. Rabin is that guy —— clear communication, patient style, and carries himself in a calm and and collected manner. Ultimately the situation was dismissed — all thanks to Rabin and Summit Law. Well Done!

Summit Defense is an incredible Law firm. Wether you are coming in for legal advice or need a criminal attorney, these lawyers are among the best of the best. They are very professional and extremely knowledgeable. Rabin Nabizadeh is the attorney I worked with and he provided a lot of insight and knowledge to help with all of my legal needs. On the plus side all of the attorneys available there will help you, so you are pretty much working with a team. Highly recommended!

This law firm saw me through a very difficult time in my life. Collin Moore and Steve Davidson helped me with a complicated issue that required skill and tact. Throughout the process they communicative, responsive, professional and the perfect advocates. Very pleased with the outcome. Would gladly recommend.

We've known and used Summit Defense and Jim Riley for over 10 years. Jim is always the most knowledgeable attorney in the room and after winning a federal fraud case, we heard the judge pretty much confirm that. This firm knows the law and is dedicated to their clients. We could always reach one of the several attorneys handling our case and were kept informed at every turn. I can say that my life and several friend’s truly have been different if not for Mr. Riley, Rabin Nabizadeh, Tennille Duffy ec. The office staff was informative and was amazing also. Thank you for the professional and caring ways in which you helped us get through many challenges. We appreciate everything you do for us.

Rabin and his team were extremely friendly and very professional throughout the precedings, before and after. I would recommend them to anyone looking for representation.

I give Rabin Nabizadeh my highest recommendation! My husband was called by a "police officer" on MLK Holiday stating that he had missed jury duty and needed to pay $4000 in vouchers from Safeway to avoid arrest. The caller was very intimidating. Mr. Nabizadeh took my call right away and assured me that this was a scam. This might seem like a minor crisis, but his kindness and compassion in his quick response speaks volumes about his character. I would not hesitate to contact him again if needed, or to recommend him.

Steve Davidson and Rabin Nabizadeh delivered as promised after an unfortunate domestic violence arrest. Great and very helpful support staff. The immigration consultation was very useful. Very pleased with results.

Steve Davidson and his team are amazing! They treated us with respect and really showed a lot of attention and care during a long, tedious, and often nerve racking process. They have attorneys available to talk even after hours! Very honest and straightforward criminal lawyers who work hard and really care about getting you the best possible outcome. Highly recommend these guys!

Rabin Nabizadeh has provided me with very sound and helpful advice when it comes to being on Parole after serving 39 years. He recognizes we all need support and understanding in dealing with legal issues. He has provided good counsel in dealing matters of warrants and possible problems that may arise from encounters with Parole. I've been helped greatly by him, and will hesitate to call on him in any situation regarding the legal system. He is a thoughtful individual that has made my situation feel much more secure.

Could not be happier. These guys are legit.

I was lost before I found Summit Defense. I had recently fired another attorney who talked a lot, did nothing, and then all but disappeared after collecting my retainer. Needless to say, I was very cautious in my search for a replacement. When I first called Summit, I spoke with an attorney in the San Francisco office. He spent around an hour with me on the phone, listened to everything I had to say, and, at a time when I was feeling pretty crappy about myself, made me buck up and get ready to move forward. He considered my situation and told me there was a Summit attorney in their nearby Oakland office who had a lot of experience with the court and at trial and would be the best equipped to handle my case. About an hour later, I received a call from Rabin Nabizadeh. He was professional and seemed to be very intelligent. The latter was crucial when dealing with such a significant event in my life. I am by nature a critical person and knew that I would not be able to rely on someone if it became evident that they knew less than I did, or did not seem to have thought everything through carefully. This was not the case with Rabin Though we did not always agree (and who does?), I felt that I could defer to his expertise and did not find myself second guessing his advice, as I usually do when dealing with attorneys. Eventually I also learned how to pronounce his name---[rah-BEAN] [nah - BEE - zah - day]---and came to know it as well as my own. In any event, he was already up to speed on my situation when we spoke, gave me the lay of the land, and we discussed the next few moves. He met me at the court for an appearance two days later. Thereafter, the amount of time Rabin spent with me and on my case made me feel like I was his most important client. He attended about a dozen appearances and hearings on my behalf and with only a few minor hiccups, my case proceeded smoothly. His instructions were precise and practical. He gave me objective advice and told me what I should expect. Sometimes the truth can seem a little cold, or at least, is not what one thinks they need to hear. He tempered my expectations with reality and adjusted my course when necessary. Given the amount of time that Rabin spent with me personally, the fees were very reasonable. Compare the costs of different attorneys, read reviews and speak with them. If something seems too good to be true, it IS! *A bad, careless or completely inattentive attorney can be worse than no attorney at all.* I carefully watched everything that went on in the courtroom and tried to absorb as much information as I could about the various participants. Rabin moved deftly through the courtroom and carried himself with purpose. I learned a lot about choosing my battles from him. When possible, he would work through issues with the opposition. Those times when they were not willing to be reasonable, Rabin presented our position and reasoning to the judge with vigor. Sadly, I was there enough to watch many different attorneys work and interact with the DA and the court. Had one of them been my attorney, I would have fired him or her and hired Rabin. I panicked frequently during the process and often called him or emailed him several times a day. Obviously, he did not have time to respond every time. I eventually came to terms with the idea that I was not actually his only client. Even so, Rabin would always keep me updated with changes in my case and any important issues that had arisen. When he was really busy (or, believe it or not, away with his family on a well deserved vacation---how dare he!!!), I would still receive acknowledgment within a reasonable period of time, and generally confirmation that nothing had changed. If one is in a situation where a criminal attorney is needed, it is already far from ideal. Mine was no exception. I was upset and often feared the toll that it was going to take on my life generally. Nevertheless, the resolution that Rabin helped me attain was far better than I had ever expected.