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Trusted Criminal Defense Attorneys in San Diego
Sevens Legal is a nationally recognized law firm specializing in criminal defense, representing clients across San Diego County and Southern California. With over 150 years of combined experience, our team of highly rated attorneys delivers strategic, results-driven defense for complex cases, including DUI, drug crimes, domestic violence, and sex crimes. Founding Partner Samantha Greene, a State Bar-Certified Criminal Law Specialist, and Managing Partner Dan Greene, honored as Trial Lawyer of the Year, lead a client-first approach that has earned hundreds of 5-star reviews.Our attorneys, including AV-rated Firm Director Kerry Steigerwalt, prioritize protecting clients' freedom, reputation, and future through aggressive litigation and personalized legal strategies. Bilingual services and a commitment to accessibility ensure clients receive comprehensive support during challenging times.
Services
DUI Defense
Drug Crimes
Domestic Violence
Sex Crimes
Professional License Defense
Murder Charges
Juvenile Crimes
Federal Crimes
Highlights and features
- 150+ years of combined criminal defense experience
- Client-first approach with bilingual attorneys available
- Nationally recognized, award-winning legal team
- Proven success in complex felony and misdemeanor cases
- AV-rated attorneys with specialized certifications
Associations and certifications
- State Bar of California (Certified Criminal Law Specialist)
What people say
Highly rated attorneys
Client-first approach
Bilingual support available
Award-winning legal team
Successful case resolutions
Services
DUI Defense
Sevens Legal provides aggressive DUI defense for first-time and repeat offenders in San Diego. Our attorneys challenge evidence, negotiate reduced charges, and protect driving privileges under California's strict 0.08% BAC laws. With decades of experience handling field sobriety tests, DMV hearings, and license suspension cases, we minimize penalties including jail time, fines, and long-term record impacts.
Drug Crimes
We defend clients against drug possession, trafficking, and manufacturing charges under California Health & Safety Codes. Our strategies address simple possession, prescription drug violations, and felony drug trafficking cases. By challenging unlawful searches and negotiating diversion programs, we protect clients' futures from life-altering convictions that affect employment and personal freedoms.
Domestic Violence
Sevens Legal defends against domestic violence charges involving spousal, child, or elder abuse allegations. We challenge false accusations, negotiate reduced charges, and prevent mandatory jail sentences under California's strict mandatory arrest policies. Our defense protects clients' parental rights, employment opportunities, and Second Amendment rights while addressing restraining order implications.
Sex Crimes
Our firm handles severe sex crime charges including child pornography, statutory rape, and indecent exposure. We challenge forensic evidence, protect against Megan's Law registration requirements, and minimize social stigma. With experience in federal child pornography cases and California Penal Code violations, we provide discreet representation to preserve clients' personal and professional lives.
Professional License Defense
We protect licensed professionals facing disciplinary action from licensing boards due to criminal charges. Our defense addresses healthcare providers, attorneys, educators, and financial professionals' unique needs by coordinating criminal defense with administrative proceedings. We negotiate with licensing agencies to prevent suspension or revocation while resolving underlying criminal cases.
People
Samantha Greene
Founding Partner
State Bar-Certified Criminal Law Specialist with 20+ years experience. Former Deputy District Attorney and nationally recognized trial attorney specializing in complex felony defense and DUI cases.
Dan Greene
Managing Partner
Award-winning trial attorney honored as Trial Lawyer of the Year. Focuses on murder charges, federal crimes, and high-stakes criminal defense cases across Southern California.
Kerry Steigerwalt
Firm Director
AV-rated attorney with over a decade of experience handling serious felony cases. Specializes in vehicular manslaughter and complex criminal litigation with a 95% case dismissal rate.
Jay Monico
Senior Associate Attorney
Former public defender with extensive courtroom experience in drug crimes, domestic violence, and juvenile delinquency cases. Known for strategic plea negotiations and trial advocacy.
Crystal Erlandson
Associate Attorney
Specializes in sex crimes defense and professional license protection. Combines compassionate client service with aggressive courtroom representation for complex criminal matters.
Questions
What should I do immediately after a DUI arrest in San Diego?
Contact Sevens Legal immediately. Avoid speaking to law enforcement, preserve evidence, and attend your DMV hearing within 10 days to challenge license suspension.
How can a drug charge affect my professional license?
Drug convictions trigger mandatory reporting to licensing boards, potentially causing suspension or revocation. Our attorneys coordinate criminal defense with license protection strategies.
Can domestic violence charges be dismissed in California?
Yes, through evidence challenges, witness credibility issues, or demonstrating lack of physical harm. We've successfully reduced 95% of domestic violence cases to lesser offenses.
What differentiates your sex crime defense approach?
We combine technical understanding of digital evidence with strategic negotiations to avoid registration requirements while challenging forensic analysis and witness testimony.
Do you handle federal criminal cases?
Yes, our team includes former federal prosecutors handling drug trafficking, fraud, and child pornography cases in federal courts across Southern California.
Are your attorneys available for emergencies?
Our team provides 24/7 representation for urgent matters including weekend arrests, bail hearings, and immediate license protection needs.
