Business Details
Trusted Criminal Defense Attorney in Santa Rosa
At Heather Wise Law, we bring decades of dedicated legal experience to every case we handle. Our founder's journey through leadership roles in public defense and private practice has forged a unique approach to criminal defense that combines technical expertise with compassionate advocacy. As a lifelong Sonoma County resident, I understand the community's needs and have committed my career to protecting individual rights while addressing the complex personal circumstances that often accompany legal challenges. Our practice focuses on holistic representation, where we examine not just the legal facts but also the broader context of each client's life to achieve optimal outcomes. With extensive courtroom experience in both felony and misdemeanor cases, we provide personalized attention to every client, never delegating cases to junior staff.Our track record includes successful representation in DUI, domestic violence, drug charges, and immigration-related legal matters. We maintain strong professional credentials, including academic honors and community service recognition, which underscore our commitment to excellence. Our approach emphasizes clear communication, ensuring clients understand their options while receiving strategic guidance tailored to their specific goals. Whether navigating arraignment proceedings or pursuing post-conviction relief, we maintain a calm, knowledgeable presence throughout the legal process. This combination of experience, local insight, and client-centered advocacy defines our practice's enduring commitment to justice.
Services
Criminal Defense
Immigration Issues
Post-Conviction Relief
DUI Defense
Domestic Violence Cases
Drug Charge Representation
Juvenile Defense
Gang Charge Defense
Weapons Charges
Theft/Fraud Defense
Highlights and features
- We provide personalized legal representation from a lifelong Sonoma County resident
- Our attorney maintains extensive courtroom experience in both felony and misdemeanor cases
- We offer holistic defense strategies addressing both legal and personal circumstances
- We maintain academic excellence with Witkin Awards and law school valedictorian status
- We combine public defender experience with private practice expertise
Services
Criminal Defense
Our criminal defense practice covers felony and misdemeanor charges including DUI, domestic violence, and drug offenses. We provide personalized legal strategies while addressing clients' broader life circumstances. Our approach combines courtroom experience with compassionate advocacy to achieve optimal outcomes.
Immigration Issues
We specialize in identifying and mitigating immigration consequences of criminal charges. Our services include advising non-citizens about deportation risks, mandatory detention issues, and post-conviction immigration relief strategies tailored to individual cases.
Post-Conviction Relief
Our post-conviction services include expungements, felony reductions, probation termination, and legal vacatur of convictions. We prepare comprehensive documentation demonstrating rehabilitation for court presentations, including support letters and educational achievements.
DUI Defense
We defend clients facing DUI charges with strategies addressing both criminal court proceedings and DMV administrative actions. Our approach considers potential immigration consequences while seeking to minimize employment and personal impacts through court appearances.
Juvenile Defense
Our juvenile defense focuses on addressing underlying issues while protecting young clients' futures. We work to mitigate long-term consequences through tailored legal strategies that consider educational needs and family circumstances in Sonoma County courts.
People
Heather Wise
Attorney at Law
Recipient of Witkin Awards and law school valedictorian, Heather Wise brings extensive criminal defense experience from public defender and private practice roles. She focuses on holistic representation while maintaining strong community ties in Sonoma County.
Questions
What areas of criminal defense do you specialize in?
We handle DUI, domestic violence, drug charges, weapons offenses, theft/fraud, vandalism, gang charges, juvenile cases, and related immigration consequences.
How do you approach client representation?
We use a holistic defense strategy, addressing both legal issues and personal circumstances while maintaining clear communication throughout the legal process.
Do you handle immigration-related legal matters?
Yes, we advise on immigration consequences of criminal charges and represent clients facing deportation risks from criminal convictions.
What post-conviction relief options exist?
We handle expungements, felony reductions, probation termination, conviction vacatur, and other post-conviction remedies including immigration relief.
Can you represent clients in court appearances?
Yes, we can appear in court on clients' behalf to minimize employment disruptions during legal proceedings.
