The Pakneshan Firm is a Bay Area criminal and DUI defense law firm with over 20 years of experience, specializing in state and federal criminal and administrative matters. As a former Deputy District Attorney, founder Pezhman Pakneshan brings invaluable prosecution insight to his defense practice, having handled over 1,000 cases and helped more than 1,000 clients achieve favorable outcomes.
The firm’s approach is built on aggressive, knowledgeable representation rooted in Mr. Pakneshan’s background as a prosecutor. This experience allows him to anticipate and counter government strategies effectively, resulting in a proven track record of dismissals, acquittals, and charge reductions. The firm serves clients across multiple Bay Area counties and offers free, confidential consultations available 24/7, including weekends and holidays.
Services Offered
- Criminal Defense
- DUI & Alcohol Offenses
- Crimes of Violence
- Theft Crimes
- Drug Crimes
- Firearm Crimes
- Driving Crimes
- White Collar Crimes
- Other Criminal Matters
- Criminal Record Clearance
- Federal Criminal Defense
- Administrative Matters
The firm represents clients throughout the Bay Area, including Alameda, Contra Costa, San Francisco, Marin, Napa, Sonoma, Solano, Santa Clara, San Mateo, Yolo, Placer, and Sacramento counties. Mr. Pakneshan has received extensive training from the California Department of Justice in DUI case analysis, including alcohol extrapolation studies and instrument analysis for both alcohol and drug-related offenses.
