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Aggressive Criminal Defense in California
With over 30 years of dedicated experience in criminal defense, Law Offices Of Matthew J Ruff has established himself as a trusted advocate for clients facing serious legal challenges across California. Our practice focuses exclusively on defending individuals charged with criminal offenses, leveraging deep knowledge of the justice system and a former prosecutor's insight to craft effective strategies. We prioritize direct communication and personalized attention, ensuring clients receive tailored guidance throughout every stage of their case.Our track record demonstrates a consistent ability to secure dismissals, reduced charges, and favorable outcomes through aggressive litigation and strategic negotiations. By maintaining a client-centric approach, we aim to alleviate the stress of legal proceedings while protecting rights and futures.
Services
DUI Defense
Domestic Violence
Drug Possession
Expungements
Felony Charges
Juvenile Cases
Bench Warrants
Probation Violations
Gun Charges
Traffic Offenses
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of exclusive criminal defense experience
- Direct communication with attorney, no paralegal handoffs
- Proven success in dismissing DUI and felony charges
- Former district attorney insights into prosecution strategies
- Personalized attention with 24/7 emergency availability
Associations and certifications
- AVVO
- Yelp
What people say
Exceeded expectations
Godsend for legal needs
Unmatched expertise
Honest and transparent
Saved my career
Services
DUI Defense
Our DUI defense practice combines technical expertise with strategic litigation to challenge chemical test results and procedural violations. We represent clients facing first-time or repeat DUI charges, license suspensions, and enhanced penalties. With 30 years of experience, we identify weaknesses in prosecution evidence to secure dismissals or reduced charges while protecting driving privileges.
Domestic Violence
We defend against domestic violence allegations using investigative resources and courtroom experience to challenge false accusations. Our approach addresses both criminal charges and collateral consequences like protective orders and professional license risks. We've secured numerous dismissals in complex cases involving contested allegations and prior offenses.
Drug Possession
Our defense strategy challenges unlawful searches and lab errors while negotiating alternative sentencing options. We handle possession, sales, and trafficking charges involving controlled substances, prescription drugs, and fentanyl. Our track record includes reducing felony charges to misdemeanors and securing probation-based resolutions.
Expungements
We help clients remove past convictions from public records through legal expungement processes. This service focuses on restoring employment opportunities and clearing backgrounds for DUI, petty theft, and drug-related offenses. Our process ensures compliance with probation requirements and court documentation standards.
Felony Charges
We defend against felony allegations including gang charges, attempted murder, and organized retail theft. Our approach combines pretrial motions, evidentiary challenges, and jury trial experience to secure dismissals or reduced sentences. We specialize in complex cases requiring expert witness testimony and forensic analysis.
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Law Offices Of Matthew J Ruff
Criminal Defense Attorney
With over 30 years of experience, Law Offices Of Matthew J Ruff specializes in criminal defense law, having previously worked as a district attorney. He focuses on DUI, domestic violence, and felony cases, maintaining a 'Superb' AVVO rating and 5-star client reviews for his personalized approach and successful case outcomes.
Questions
What makes Matthew Ruff different from other criminal defense attorneys?
Mr. Ruff offers direct attorney communication, 30+ years of specialized criminal defense experience, and former district attorney insights. He personally handles cases from start to finish without delegating to paralegals.
Can out-of-state clients receive representation?
Yes, we represent clients nationwide with California cases. Mr. Ruff handles court appearances personally, allowing remote clients to avoid travel while maintaining active case involvement.
What DUI defense strategies yield the best results?
We challenge field sobriety test validity, breathalyzer calibration, and traffic stop legality. Our success comes from identifying procedural errors and constitutional violations to suppress evidence or negotiate dismissals.
How do you handle domestic violence cases with prior allegations?
We investigate all evidence sources, challenge witness credibility, and use forensic analysis when applicable. Our track record shows success in dismissing repeat offense charges through pretrial motions and jury trials.
What payment options are available for legal services?
We offer transparent flat-fee structures for specific case outcomes rather than hourly billing. Payment plans are available to ensure access to quality representation regardless of financial situation.
