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Jimmy Cha

15 years of experience
Criminal Law, Domestic Violence, 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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Adam Klugman October 23, 2023

Rating: 10

I have known Jimmy for over 10 years. He advocates strongly and passionately yet never oversteps his ethical duties. View More

Q. How do you know this lawyer?

Current or Former Co-Worker/Colleague

We are both Orange County criminal defense attorneys.

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

Opposing Client

I was a prosecutor in Orange County and Jimmy was defense counsel.

Q. When did you work with this lawyer?
2012- present

Q. Was this lawyer an effective advocate/counselor and why?
Yes

Jimmy passionately advocates for his clients. He obtains outcomes that would not be possible without extremely effective advocacy.

Q. Please rate this lawyer on the following:

Legal Knowledge: Excellent

Jimmy demonstrates his knowledge of always developing case law and new statues.

Legal Analysis: Excellent

Jimmy frames his arguments in an effective matter around relevant case law and statutes.

Communication Skills: Excellent

Jimmy clearly advocates for his clients' positions and also communicates well with clients.

Ethics and Professionalism: Excellent

Jimmy has the highest ethical standards. I've worked with him on many cases when I was a prosecutor and he has never displayed anything less than the highest ethical standards

Q. For which practice area(s) would you recommend this lawyer?
Criminal Law

Q. Which of the following skills does this lawyer possess?

Q. I would recommend this lawyer to my family and friends
Yes

Brian McDonnell December 20, 2022

Rating: 10

I have known jimmy for many years. I know he is very well liked in the legal community. I know he attends many educational events. I have watched him build his practice. I have seen him conduct himself in court. I also know about his personal story which gives him a great amount of credibility with his clients. He has had no disciplinary issues with the state bar. Finally I’m proud to call him a friend and peer and i know that all of his clients are in very capable hands. View More

Q. How do you know this lawyer?

Classmate at Law School

Jimmy and i attended law school together. It is here where i first became familiar with jimmy’s exceptional intellect and work ethic. He was always prepared for class and was revered by his fellow students.

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

Different Client, Same Side of Case

Jimmy and i have had several co defendant cases over the years.

Q. When did you work with this lawyer?
Because jimmy and i attended law school together from 2003 to 2006, we often prepared for or classes together. This has continued on to our legal profession as criminal defense attorneys. I regularly consult with jimmy in how best to defend my clients. Whether it be a legal defense or a strategic angel, jimmy’s extensive legal knowledge provides useful insight in obtaining the best resolution.

Q. Was this lawyer an effective advocate/counselor and why?
Yes

Yes jimmy is a very affective lawyer. Not only is he always prepared for his appearances, but he works tirelessly to understand his clients defenses and to identify the strengths and weakness of his cases. It’s because of his efforts that his clients continue to obtain great results.

Q. Please rate this lawyer on the following:

Legal Knowledge: Excellent

Jimmy has been practicing law for almost 15 years and has worked very hard at always being informed on the latest legal treatises as well as settled legal principles

Legal Analysis: Excellent

Jimmy prides himself on being prepared and part of that is always identifying legal defenses as well as potential trial pitfalls. This is critical in truly understanding what is best for your client.

Communication Skills: Excellent

Jimmy is very empathetic and is a very good communicator when it comes to understanding his clients and communicating to the district attorneys office as well as judges what is fair and just for his clients

Ethics and Professionalism: Excellent

Jimmy is very respected amongst his peers and the legal community at large. He is always current on his continuing legal education

Q. For which practice area(s) would you recommend this lawyer?
Criminal law

Q. Which of the following skills does this lawyer possess?

Client Relations
Emotional Intelligence
Financial Literacy (handling client funds)
Legal Research
Legal Writing
Litigation
Negotiation
Oral Argument
Problem Solving
Pro Bono and Community Services
Trials
Use of Technology

Q. I would recommend this lawyer to my family and friends
Yes

Jong Hyun Lee November 23, 2020

Rating: 10

As an attorney, I would not and could not consult with any other attorney in regards to criminal matters. View More

Q. How do you know this lawyer?

Current or Former Co-Worker/Colleague
Friend

Mr. Cha has been a mentor since my law school years and has been a kind and patient teacher in my years of practice.

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

Same Client

I have worked on a professional contract basis for Attorney Jimmy Cha.

Q. When did you work with this lawyer?
From 2019-2020.

Q. Was this lawyer an effective advocate/counselor and why?
Yes

Mr. Cha is meticulous in his representation of his clients. Furthermore, Mr. Cha makes sure to effectively navigate clients through the legal quagmire that is the criminal justice system while being empathetic and caring.

Q. Please rate this lawyer on the following:

Legal Knowledge: Excellent

Mr. Cha has been a criminal attorney which more knowledge than most district attorneys and public defenders that I have encountered during my time as a legal professional. His years of experience and his background in criminal justice make him more than an outside legal participant but rather a frontline legal advocate for those going through tumultuous times.

Legal Analysis: Excellent

Attorney Cha has not only a great understanding of statutory law and relevant case law but is also cognizant of current events and has a strong interest in public policy. He incorporates all this knowledge into his legal analysis which I believe makes him a very competent attorney.

Communication Skills: Excellent

Mr. Cha is an honest attorney whose true goal is advocacy rather than business. His rapport with clients is a testament to his willingness to communicate effectively and empathetically with his clients, whether he the bearer of good or bad news. Attorney Cha is not only professional but caring in his rapport with client but attorneys as well. His communications are always professional and timely, which is a rarity in this profession.

Ethics and Professionalism: Excellent

Attorney Cha is the standard upon which our professionalism and ethical rules should be judged. Mr. Cha main pursuit is in the interest of justice and does so respectfully.

Q. For which practice area(s) would you recommend this lawyer?
All criminal matters.

Q. Which of the following skills does this lawyer possess?

Client Relations
Collaboration
Dispute Resolution
Document Review
Drafting
Emotional Intelligence
Financial Literacy (handling client funds)
Legal Research
Legal Writing
Litigation
Mediation
Negotiation
Oral Argument
Problem Solving
Trials
Use of Technology

Q. I would recommend this lawyer to my family and friends
Yes

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