Business Details
21 Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Criminal Defense Team in Newport Beach, CA
Right Choice Law is a distinguished legal practice founded on the principle that choosing the right attorney can profoundly impact the outcome of criminal cases. With over 60 years of combined experience, our team of former prosecutors brings unparalleled insight into both prosecution and defense strategies. We specialize in criminal defense across Southern California, handling cases ranging from DUIs to violent felonies with a commitment to protecting clients' rights and futures. Our attorneys, including MENSA member Fred Thiagarajah, leverage deep legal expertise and a relentless dedication to client advocacy.We prioritize personalized service, ensuring each client receives tailored strategies and transparent communication throughout their case. Our track record of dismissals, reduced charges, and trial victories underscores our ability to navigate complex legal challenges effectively. We maintain rigorous adherence to ethical standards while staying at the forefront of legal developments through continuous education and training.
Services
Criminal Defense
Domestic Violence
Drug Crimes
DUI Defense
Immigration Consequences
Theft Crimes
Violent Crimes
Sex Crimes
Traffic Offenses
Expungement
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- Our team includes former Deputy District Attorneys with insider knowledge of prosecution strategies
- Principal attorney Fred Thiagarajah is a MENSA member with 20+ years of trial experience
- We commit unlimited time to achieve optimal results for each client's unique situation
- Proven success reducing felony charges to misdemeanors with no jail time
- Specialized expertise in handling cases with immigration consequences for non-citizens
What people say
Compassionate representation
Responsive communication
Excellent results
No jail time
Case dismissed
Services
Criminal Defense
Our criminal defense practice protects clients facing felony and misdemeanor charges across Southern California. With former prosecutors on our team, we develop aggressive defense strategies tailored to each case's unique circumstances. We handle DUIs, domestic violence, drug crimes, and complex felony cases with a focus on minimizing penalties or achieving complete dismissals. Our attorneys' insider knowledge of prosecution tactics gives clients a strategic advantage in negotiations and at trial.
DUI Defense
Specialized DUI defense services address chemical testing challenges, license suspension issues, and potential jail time. We leverage technical expertise in breathalyzer calibration and field sobriety test analysis to build strong defense strategies. Our team successfully negotiates reduced charges and alternative sentencing options while protecting clients' driving privileges through DMV hearings and license reinstatement processes.
Immigration Consequences
We provide critical legal protection for non-citizens facing criminal charges that could trigger deportation or immigration penalties. Our attorneys coordinate criminal defense strategies with immigration law considerations to prevent permanent residency loss or visa violations. We successfully negotiate plea agreements that avoid deportable offenses while maintaining effective criminal defense representation.
Domestic Violence
Our domestic violence defense practice challenges false allegations and mitigates consequences for legitimate charges. We employ specialized strategies for restraining order disputes, false accusation defense, and protecting professional licenses. With extensive trial experience, we secure dismissals, reduced charges, and alternative sentencing while safeguarding clients' parental rights and employment opportunities.
Expungement
We help clients clear criminal records through expungement, certificate of rehabilitation, and record sealing processes. Our attorneys successfully petition courts to dismiss past convictions, enabling clients to pursue employment, housing, and educational opportunities without criminal history barriers. We specialize in complex expungement cases requiring multiple court filings and evidentiary hearings.
People
Fred Thiagarajah
Founder & Principal Attorney
Fred Thiagarajah is a former Deputy District Attorney and MENSA member with 20+ years of criminal defense experience. He has successfully tried over 70 jury trials and specializes in complex felony cases, immigration consequences, and DUI defense. Fred maintains a perfect Avvo rating while prioritizing personalized client representation.
Ryan Rodriguez
Of Counsel
Ryan Rodriguez brings prosecutorial experience to our defense strategies, focusing on domestic violence and drug crime cases. He leverages insider knowledge of district attorney operations to develop effective defense tactics while maintaining a client-centered approach to case management and courtroom advocacy.
Robbie Samudrala
Of Counsel
Robbie Samudrala specializes in DUI defense and traffic offense cases, utilizing technical expertise in chemical testing and field sobriety evaluations. His prosecutorial background informs strategic approaches to challenging evidence and negotiating favorable plea agreements while maintaining client rights throughout the legal process.
Carlyn Greiner
Paralegal
Carlyn Greiner provides essential case management support, coordinating client communications and documentation preparation. Her organizational expertise ensures smooth case progression through all legal stages while maintaining responsive client support for the attorney team.
Questions
Can you guarantee my criminal charges will be dismissed?
While no ethical attorney can guarantee specific outcomes, our proven track record shows we consistently secure dismissals through strong defense strategies, evidentiary challenges, and effective negotiations with prosecutors.
How do you handle cases with immigration consequences?
We coordinate criminal defense with immigration protection strategies, ensuring plea agreements avoid deportable offenses and representing clients in specialized immigration court proceedings to preserve residency status.
What happens if my case goes to trial?
Our former prosecutor team prepares every case for trial while pursuing optimal pre-trial resolutions. If trial becomes necessary, we leverage insider knowledge of prosecution tactics and extensive courtroom experience to defend your rights.
Do you offer free consultations?
Yes, we provide complimentary initial consultations to evaluate your case details, explain legal options, and develop a customized defense strategy with no upfront costs.
How quickly can you respond to urgent legal matters?
We maintain 24/7 availability for emergency situations, with attorneys accessible evenings and weekends to address urgent legal needs and provide immediate case intervention.
