The Hallinan Law Firm brings together top-level knowledge, experience and fortitude, a unique combination essential to our success in affording our clients the best possible representation. Our boutique firm offers the efficiency and rate of success that many larger firms are known for, while offering our clients the utmost of personal care and attention.
We know that not only are your rights and possibly your freedoms on the line, we know the importance of being able to fight to keep these for our clients, we know the importance of doing this while also helping to protect their reputation with their family, friends, colleagues and from the public at large.
We know that not only are your rights and possibly your freedoms on the line, we know the importance of being able to fight to keep these for our clients, we know the importance of doing this while also helping to protect their reputation with their family, friends, colleagues and from the public at large.
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With decades of experience in working as a public defender and knowledge passed on by two generations of family members who were also trial attorneys; Neil Hallinan has gained a tremendous understanding of how the law works. Mr. Hallinan founded The Hallinan Law Firm to provide his clients with the best legal protection, using his years of experience and skills to defend any criminal case.
The Hallinan Law Firm is highly capable of handling a wide range of criminal cases in Oakland. Criminal Defense Lawyer Neil Hallinan can help with a legal representation in various types of crimes such as felony, misdemeanor, murder, marijuana-related prosecution, DUI/ DWI, fraud, and theft, etc. If you have been accused of a crime, do not panic or try to do something that will get you in more trouble.
Reviews (16)
Sen P.
Sep 24, 2021
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Neil is someone you can trust. He will say it the way it is and will deal with common sense, logic and understanding. He will not hesitate to research the bottom of the issue if needed. Me and my family will always remember Neil as Honest, Compassionate and Trustworthy - can't be anything less.
Just listen to his advise and you will end up satisfied.
Just listen to his advise and you will end up satisfied.
Gilberto
Dec 11, 2020
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Neil represented me in a DUI case. The facts of the case were very bad and I was looking at up to one year in the county jail. When Neil Hallinan took on my case, he told me that things would get much better and they did. When the DA wanted me to do a lot of jail time, Neil convinced them to let me get credit for doing it in an in-patient program (I was already planning on doing an in-patient program so it worked out perfectly). Neil really demonstrated compassion and wanted to get me a result that would actually help me beyond the case as well.
Ken Wine
Nov 25, 2020
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Cori Williams
Sep 18, 2020
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Neil was the second attorney that I had on my criminal case in San Francisco a few years ago. The first attorney wanted me to accept a felony conviction, but Neil said no way and advised me to fight until we beat the charges. He defended me at the preliminary hearing in my case, completely unraveled the witness’s story, and got the most serious charges dismissed. Then he told the prosecutor and the judge that we would not be taking any deal whatsoever. On the day that we were going to start trial, the DA dismissed the case against me altogether. My co-defendant got to settle her case for a misdemeanor
Art Alameda
Aug 30, 2020
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My name is Gil Garitano I was referred to Neil Hallinan, for which
we are very grateful. When my grandson got into some serious
trouble with the law, Neil took the time to really listen to and get
to know every member of our family, to make the experience easier
for all of us.
He was personally involved in helping us get our grandson bailed
out at a low rate, in investigating the case, and he was very
methodical in how he planned the defense.
The case started out with several felonies and ended with a
misdemeanor. I recommend Neil to anybody who needs a criminal
attorney.
we are very grateful. When my grandson got into some serious
trouble with the law, Neil took the time to really listen to and get
to know every member of our family, to make the experience easier
for all of us.
He was personally involved in helping us get our grandson bailed
out at a low rate, in investigating the case, and he was very
methodical in how he planned the defense.
The case started out with several felonies and ended with a
misdemeanor. I recommend Neil to anybody who needs a criminal
attorney.
Elizabeth Heidhues
Aug 05, 2020
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Neil represented us in our pursuit of a restraining order. He was very crafty, strategic, and thorough in his representation of our case.
As the hearing date approached, we were anxious. Neil put aside the necessary time to make sure he and we were well-prepared.
In the hearing, he had a firm grasp and command of the evidence and the courtroom during his examinations.
Neil is a polished inquisitor with a champion courtroom demeanor.
He is well-connected in the legal community and partners well with his resources, such as private investigators and other attorneys.
I recommend Neil to anybody
As the hearing date approached, we were anxious. Neil put aside the necessary time to make sure he and we were well-prepared.
In the hearing, he had a firm grasp and command of the evidence and the courtroom during his examinations.
Neil is a polished inquisitor with a champion courtroom demeanor.
He is well-connected in the legal community and partners well with his resources, such as private investigators and other attorneys.
I recommend Neil to anybody
Andrew Sisneros
Jun 24, 2020
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I was charged for unlawful possession of a firearm in San Francisco. Neil was always willing to take my case to trial if that would have gotten us a better result, but he knew it would likely result in a conviction. So Neil spent a lot of time with me, listening to me about probation conditions that I did not like, and he masterfully negotiated a deal that avoided every condition I wanted to avoid. But most amazingly of all, somehow Neil negotiated to have two pistols returned to me that had been confiscated by the police. Neil was patient, thorough, and strategic, and that is why I recommend him
Tyler Rygh
Jun 23, 2020
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I was arrested while doing work deliveries based on false accusations from a man who had some road rage against me. I hired Neil Hallinan to represent me. When he took control of my case, I never had to go to court, he hired an investigator to interview all of the witnesses, and he got the case dismissed after only two court dates. He also managed to get the police to return all of my property they had confiscated. He was thorough, kept me up to speed on every development, and he was aggressive: he prepared my case from the outset as though he was preparing to win at trial, and that probably caught
Milo C.
Jun 19, 2020
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I hired Neil when I got into some trouble with the police a couple years ago and I was looking at several felony charges. Right from the start, he worked closely with my family to get me released with a really low bail. Then he took on my case and advocated for me every step along the way. He did his own investigations and kept me and my family informed as the case went on. The District Attorney wanted me to serve a year in jail on felonies but Neil’s hard work resolved the case for a single misdemeanor charge and a little more than one month of jail time. Neil's work has made it so I am able
Katherine H.
Jul 08, 2019
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Neil is an excellent attorney. He is thorough, intelligent, experienced and confident. I am also a criminal defense attorney and have many friends and colleagues who are attorneys, but when my husband was falsely accused of a crime and faced prosecutions in two jurisdictions, I wanted Neil to represent him. He has done a fantastic job, and has secured a dismissal in one case already. If you need an attorney, call the Hallinan Law Firm.
Paul K.
Apr 06, 2019
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I hope you never need to hire an attorney, but if you do you can't go wrong with Hallinan Law firm. Neil was professional and always there to explain or discuss any concerns or matters of my case. Working with Hallinan Law firm felt like the load of what I was dealing with had been lifted. Knowing this team is behind you lets you go about your daily life. I would highly recommend you call Hallinan Law Firm if you find yourself in legal trouble.
Shaun W.
Apr 01, 2019
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Juan S.
Mar 29, 2019
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The W.
Dec 16, 2018
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Neil was extremely professional and understanding. His attention to detail and dedication to his clients is more than worth the money. I know I have someone on my side who will truly stand up for me and understands our extremely complex judicial system. I highly recommend Hallinan Law Firm. Thank you Neil!
Shaun Webster
Aug 14, 2018
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Rebecca Kailani Feigelson
Jul 12, 2018
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Neil is a great criminal defense attorney. In his many years as an Alameda Public Defender he has won countless trials and motions. He treats his clients with the dignity they deserve. I have personally witnessed his happy clients shouting his praises in court house. If you are looking for a serious litigator with tons of experience in the courtroom, Neil is the right lawyer for you.
