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Aaron R. Bortel

Aaron R. Bortel

 
  • DUI & DWI
  • California
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Legal Knowledge
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Legal Analysis
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Communication Skills
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Russell Loren Goodrow
Russell Loren Goodrow July 6, 2020
Rating: 10 Lawyer Rating - 10 out of 10
Mr. Bortel is a stand-up guy and values clients and the system from a human perspective and not just in terms of law and facts. Doing so, Mr. Bortel forged a reputation of credibility through practicing and living the Aristotelian concept of 'ethos'. View More
Q. How do you know this lawyer?
  • Current or Former Co-Worker/Colleague

Mr. Bortel was a mentor when I was a young attorney and I saw him in court on an almost daily basis when I was a younger attorney.

Q. In the cases you were involved in with this attorney, which of the following apply?
  • Different Client, Same Side of Case

I have represented the same clients as Mr. Bortel several times. Mr. Bortel answers questions for me, we collaborated on my cases in the past.

Q. When did you work with this lawyer?
2007-2012
Q. Was this lawyer an effective advocate/counselor and why?
Yes

Mr. Bortel is the most knowledgeable and experienced criminal driving under the influence attorney that I know. Mr. Bortel cares about the client and does not run a mill. I know he used to limit the number of cases he accepted to ensure the representation and advocacy was effective and zealous.

Q. Please rate this lawyer on the following:

Legal Knowledge: Excellent

Mr. Bortel speaks at and attends continuing legal education seminars non-stop.

Legal Analysis: Excellent

Mr. Bortel practices in a specialty. Meaning, he has been focused on this one narrow area of law exclusively for decades and his legal analysis of his area of law is concomitantly focused.

Communication Skills: Excellent

Look at the photo here, the profile photo. Mr. Bortel is a happy and positive human, who values the relationships he builds with clients. I've seen that in person and I've had a mutual client tell me that.

Ethics and Professionalism: Excellent

Mr. Bortel is very stand up and if he tells me he is going to do something, I know it will be done, every time.

Q. For which practice area(s) would you recommend this lawyer?
Criminal Driving Under the Influence
Q. Which of the following skills does this lawyer possess?
  • Client Relations
  • Dispute Resolution
  • Drafting
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Legal Research
  • Legal Writing
  • Litigation
  • Mediation
  • Negotiation
  • Oral Argument
  • Problem Solving
  • Trials
  • Use of Technology
  • Other

Administrative hearings

Q. Please provide any additional comments about this lawyer
Mr. Bortel is highly recommended because in my opinion he is the best criminal driving under the influence attorney in the San Francisco Bay Area. Mr. Bortel's reputation is stellar.
Q. I would recommend this lawyer to my family and friends
Yes
E. Michael Linscheid
E. Michael Linscheid April 14, 2020
Rating: 10 Lawyer Rating - 10 out of 10
Aaron is a highly regarded DUI defense attorney who provides an effective defense for his clients. View More
Q. How do you know this lawyer?
  • Current or Former Co-Worker/Colleague

I have worked closely with Aaron Bortel in representing individuals charged with driving under the influence.

Q. In the cases you were involved in with this attorney, which of the following apply?
  • Same Client
  • Different Client, Same Side of Case

Aaron and I have collaborated to provide a defense for our clients.

Q. When did you work with this lawyer?
2005 to present.
Q. Was this lawyer an effective advocate/counselor and why?
Yes

Aaron has an extensive breadth of knowledge of the laws and legal defenses necessary to be an effective DUI defense attorney and uses his command of the laws and defenses to effectively advocate on behalf of his clients.

Q. Please rate this lawyer on the following:

Legal Knowledge: Excellent

Aaron keeps current on the constantly changing DUI laws and evolution of defenses through research and communication with other DUI defense experts.

Legal Analysis: Excellent

Aaron conducts a thorough investigation into the facts of a case in order to develop a well reasoned defense for his clients.

Communication Skills: Excellent

Aaron communicates with his clients so that they are current with the status of their case.

Ethics and Professionalism: Excellent

Aaron is known to judges, district attorneys and fellow defense attorneys as a highly respected DUI defense attorney.

Q. For which practice area(s) would you recommend this lawyer?
Driving under the influence.
Q. Which of the following skills does this lawyer possess?
  • Litigation
  • Negotiation
  • Trials
Q. I would recommend this lawyer to my family and friends
Yes
John Patrick Campion
John Patrick Campion April 11, 2020
Rating: 10 Lawyer Rating - 10 out of 10
Aaron is an expert DUI defense attorney who zealously represents his clients in getting the best possible outcome in their case. View More
Q. How do you know this lawyer?
  • Current or Former Co-Worker/Colleague

Aaron was my mentor during my entry into the criminal law in 2003. He taught me how to be a defense attorney and still advises me in my solo practice.

Q. In the cases you were involved in with this attorney, which of the following apply?
  • Same Client

Aaron and I have worked together over the years on several serious DUI cases.

Q. When did you work with this lawyer?
From 2003 to the present day.
Q. Was this lawyer an effective advocate/counselor and why?
Yes

Aaron Bortel is a very effective and dedicated advocate. He is always prepared and stays current on the ever-changing details of DUI law.

Q. Please rate this lawyer on the following:

Legal Knowledge: Excellent

Aaron is one of the top DUI attorneys in the Bay Area. He is an an expert in the complexities of DUI law and is diligent in maintaining and enhancing his DUI knowledge base.

Legal Analysis: Excellent

Again, Aaron is an expert in DUI law. He attends many DUI seminars throughout the year and keeps abreast of all new information, strategies and changes in the field. His analysis is always informed and accurate.

Communication Skills: Excellent

Aaron has many years of dealing and negotiating w prosecutors and judges and knows how to effectively communicate his case and position. He also explains to the client how the law applies to their particular case circumstances in an understandable way while always being accessible and available to discuss client concerns and questions.

Ethics and Professionalism: Excellent

Aaron is a diligent, ethical attorney who provides zealous representation to all clients within the bounds of the law.

Q. For which practice area(s) would you recommend this lawyer?
DUI defense.
Q. Which of the following skills does this lawyer possess?
  • Client Relations
  • Collaboration
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Legal Research
  • Negotiation
  • Oral Argument
  • Problem Solving
  • Trials
Q. Please provide any additional comments about this lawyer
Aaron Bortel is a top notch DUI defense attorney.
Q. I would recommend this lawyer to my family and friends
Yes
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