The Nieves Law Firm
Criminal Defense | Serving San Jose, CA
510-439-5980Representing people in San Jose, California with their Criminal Defense issues.
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The Nieves Law Firm is a prominent California criminal defense firm with offices across the Bay Area and Sacramento. Founded by Jo-Anna Nieves, a nationally recognized legal expert, the firm features a robust team of attorneys and extensive support staff. Our job is simple: fight aggressively for the best possible outcome while helping you protect what matters most. You’re not alone in this.
Contact us today if you need legal assistance with any of the following:
- Criminal Defense
- DUI/DWI
- Drug Violations
- Internet/Cyber Crime
- Sex Offenses
- Sexual Abuse
- Sexual Harassment
- White Collar Crimes
Call 510-439-5980 today to arrange your free initial consultation.
Attorney Jo-Anna Nieves
Bar Admissions:
- California
- Florida
- U.S. District Court Northern District of California
- U.S. District Court Eastern District of California
- U.S. District Court Central District of California
Education:
- Florida State University College of Law, Tallahassee, Florida, May, 2009
- J.D.
- Honors: Theta Nu Xi Multicultural Sorority, Inc., Member
- Florida State University
- B.S., Bachelor of Science
- Major: Multinational Business
- Major: Finance
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- Alameda County Bar Association (ACBA), Barristers Section Executive Committee (Former Chair)
- Alameda County Bar Association (ACBA), Judicial Appointments Evaluation Committee (Former Chair)
- Alameda County Bar Association (ACBA) (Vice President)
- Earl Warren Inns of Court (Member)
Attorney Darryl Stallworth
Bar Admissions:
- California
Education:
- University of California, Davis School of Law, Davis, California, 1992
- J.D.
- University of California, Berkeley, 1987
- B.A.
- Major: Political Science
Attorney Alejandra Camacho
Bar Admissions:
- California
Education:
- Golden Gate University School of Law, San Francisco, California
- Juris Doctorate
- Honors: Latin American Law Students Association
- Honors: Business Law Association
- Honors: Society of Litigators
- University of California, Santa Barbara
- Major: Dynamics of Family and Personal Relationships
- Major: Interpersonal Communication
Languages Spoken:
- Spanish
Attorney Alexandra “Sasha” Knopova
Bar Admissions:
- California
Education:
- University of San Francisco School of Law, San Francisco, California
- LL.M.
Languages Spoken:
- Italian
- Spanish
- Slovak
- Czech
Attorney Andrew Nugent
Bar Admissions:
California, 2025
Education:
- University of San Francisco School of Law, San Francisco, California
- Juris Doctor
- University of California, Santa Barbara
- Undergraduate degree
- Major: Political Science
- University of Delhi, Delhi, India
Languages Spoken:
- Hindi
- Punjabi
- French
Attorney Ariana Salcedo
Bar Admissions:
- California, 2026
Education:
- Golden Gate University School of Law, San Francisco, California
- J.D.
- Honors: Dean's List
- Sonoma State University, Rohnert Park, California, 2022
- B.A.
- Major: Political Science
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- Alameda Bar Association
Languages Spoken:
- English
Attorney Christie Fram
Bar Admissions:
- California
Education:
- University of San Francisco School of Law, San Francisco, California
- Juris Doctorate
- San Jose State University
- Bachelor’s degree
- Major: Political Science
- Minor: Psychology
Languages Spoken:
- Arabic
Attorney Grace Goodman
Bar Admissions:
- California
Education:
- University of California College of the Law, San Francisco (formerly UC Hastings), San Francisco, California
- Honors: Ms. JD program
- Honors: Associated Students of U.C. Hastings, Member
- University of San Francisco
- B.A.
- Major: English Creative Writing
Attorney Mariah Massa
Bar Admissions:
- California
Education:
- McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific, Sacramento, California, May, 2023
- Juris Doctorate
- University of California, Davis
- Major: Political Science
Attorney Michael Levinsohn
Bar Admissions:
- California, 1990
Education:
- University of Minnesota Law School, Minneapolis, Minnesota, 1989
- J.D., Doctor of Jurisprudence
- University of Wisconsin, Madison, Wisconsin
Languages Spoken:
- Spanish
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Since 1997, the "Lead Counsel Verified" status has been granted to attorneys who possess:
- The Right Professional Experience
- A Spotless Record
The following attorneys at this firm are Lead Counsel Verified:
Jo-Anna Nieves
This attorney practices in California and is Lead Counsel Verified in the following practice areas:
| Practice Area | Year |
|---|---|
| Federal Criminal Law | Since 2024 |
| Criminal Defense | Since 2024 |