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Trusted Legal Advocates in Chico, CA
Chico Lawyers is a dedicated legal practice serving clients across Northern California. Our attorneys handle DUI, personal injury, criminal defense, and family law cases with a commitment to personalized representation. Unlike firms that delegate cases to junior staff, we ensure every client works directly with their assigned attorney from start to finish. Our team brings decades of combined experience in navigating complex legal systems, advocating for clients' rights, and achieving favorable outcomes. We prioritize transparency, maintaining open communication throughout each case.With offices in Chico and serving multiple counties, we combine local knowledge with comprehensive legal expertise. Our approach emphasizes thorough case preparation, strategic defense, and compassionate client support. We offer free consultations to discuss legal options and potential strategies tailored to individual circumstances. Our attorneys' backgrounds include insurance defense, public defense, and specialized training in family law and DUI litigation. We operate on contingency fees for personal injury cases, ensuring access to justice regardless of financial constraints.
Services
DUI Defense
Personal Injury
Criminal Defense
Family Law
Wrongful Death
Divorce Representation
Highlights and features
- Attorneys handle cases personally from start to finish
- Decades of combined experience in Northern California courts
- Free initial consultations for all case types
- Serving 8 Northern California counties including Butte and Shasta
- Contingency fee basis for personal injury cases
Services
DUI Defense
Our experienced DUI attorneys provide comprehensive defense strategies for alcohol and drug-related driving charges. We handle DMV license suspension hearings and court proceedings, working to minimize penalties and protect driving privileges. Our team understands California's complex DUI laws and develops tailored defense strategies for each case.
Personal Injury
We represent clients in personal injury and wrongful death cases resulting from accidents. Our attorneys assess injury severity, negotiate with insurance companies, and pursue maximum compensation for medical expenses and damages. We handle all case aspects including expert witness preparation and trial representation.
Criminal Defense
Our criminal defense practice covers all felony and misdemeanor charges including domestic violence, drug offenses, and sex crimes. We provide zealous representation through investigation, plea negotiations, and jury trials. Our attorneys protect constitutional rights and work to minimize sentencing consequences.
Family Law
We handle divorce, child custody, and family law matters with sensitivity to emotional complexities. Our attorneys explain California's family laws, negotiate settlements, and litigate when necessary. Services include property division, spousal support, and child custody arrangements tailored to clients' specific needs.
Wrongful Death
Our wrongful death representation helps families seek compensation for losses caused by negligence. We handle complex claims against insurance companies and responsible parties. The practice focuses on recovering damages for medical expenses, lost income, and emotional suffering while providing compassionate client support.
People
Michael Erpino
DUI Attorney
Chico DUI Lawyer Michael Erpino specializes in defending alcohol and drug-related driving charges. With extensive courtroom experience, he focuses on DMV license protection and minimizing legal consequences for Northern California clients.
James Gingrich
Personal Injury Attorney
James Gingrich represents injury victims after working with insurance defense firms. He handles car accidents, slip-and-falls, and product liability cases on contingency, bringing 30+ years of legal experience to personal injury claims.
Chris Caraway
Criminal Defense Attorney
Former Butte County Public Defender Chris Caraway provides criminal defense for felony and misdemeanor charges. His experience includes drug offenses, domestic violence, and trial representation across Northern California counties.
Chase Medeiros
Family Law Attorney
Chico Divorce Lawyer Chase Medeiros specializes in family law matters including divorce, child custody, and legal separations. He focuses on resolving cases efficiently while protecting clients' financial and emotional interests under California law.
Questions
Do you offer free initial consultations?
Yes, we provide free consultations for all case types including DUI, personal injury, criminal defense, and family law matters.
Will my attorney handle my case personally?
Yes, unlike many firms we guarantee direct attorney representation throughout your case without delegation to junior staff.
What Northern California counties do you serve?
We represent clients in Butte, Glenn, Tehama, Shasta, Plumas, Yuba, Sutter, and Colusa counties for all practice areas.
How are legal fees structured for personal injury cases?
Personal injury cases are handled on contingency - you pay nothing unless we recover compensation through settlement or trial.
Can you help with out-of-state DUI consequences?
Our DUI defense includes minimizing license suspension impacts for out-of-state residents facing California DUI charges.
