I retained Sharon after being charged with a felony assault with a deadly weapon charge in 2014. She worked nonstop on my case for close to a year and it resulted in a plea bargain that lowered my charge from a strike offense to a non-strike offense. My case never went to trial and I served no jail time.
I now must complete probation and community service when I was looking at years in prison initially. Sharon provided great guidance and counsel and I highly recommend her services. When Sharon was hired she was only given two weeks by the Judge to prepare to represent me for my preliminary hearing in a felony case (due to excessive continuations by the DA and my previous attorney).
I now must complete probation and community service when I was looking at years in prison initially. Sharon provided great guidance and counsel and I highly recommend her services. When Sharon was hired she was only given two weeks by the Judge to prepare to represent me for my preliminary hearing in a felony case (due to excessive continuations by the DA and my previous attorney).
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Listen to Lawpreneur Radio's Miranda McCroskey interviews Sharon discusssing Criminal Defense and Trial Consulting. Sharon Appelbaum is a former Manhattan prosecutor now utilizing her extensive trial and investigatory skills in defense of her clients in criminal cases in California. She is a member of both the New York State Bar and California State Bar.
The Law Offices of Sharon Appelbaum trains attorneys in the art of trial advocacy and can be retained to consult on a case preparing for hearing and trial. Sharon Appelbaum has taught numerous junior attorneys how to be great hearing and trial attorneys and can help you and your firm be prepared in both criminal and civil cases.
Sharon Applebaum is a phenomenal attorney. She represented me in a criminal case in New York. If she agrees to take on your case you have an incredible Ally on your side her knowledge of the law attention to detail and experience are second to none. I personally had the feeling that she was like a relative representing me she genuinely cares about her clients and you can tell this when speaking with her.
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John Q.
Jan 22, 2022
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When Sharon was hired she was only given two weeks by the Judge to prepare to represent me in preliminary hearing (due to excessive continuations by my previous attorney who I had to replace). In the shortest of time she fought ethically and got entire case dismissed!
I thank God for her efforts and zeal. Sharon is the best professional representative one could have and is afraid of no fight. Unfortunately, I found out the hard way that is not always the case.
I thank God for her efforts and zeal. Sharon is the best professional representative one could have and is afraid of no fight. Unfortunately, I found out the hard way that is not always the case.
E. Rod
Dec 23, 2021
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Sharon Appelbaum is direct, compassionate, and extremely knowledgable. Her experience with the law is wonderful . She protects her clients like no other lawyers I've experienced. will not leave your side in and out of the court room. She is extremely detailed and prepared and is constantly keeping up with u keeping you updated.she will fight for you.she is not the type of lawyer that will sell u out to gain friendship in courts.i highly recommend her.the minute you conversate with her you will know you want sharon appelbaum representing u in court...
Kierra Crawford
Dec 23, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism, Quality, Responsiveness, Value
Sharon is the best and will always go hard for her clients! We love her and can’t thank her enough for as much work she has done for us! If we ever need someone again (I hope we don’t) we know who to contact. Thank you for everything!!!! ❤️❤️❤️
Sharon is the best and will always go hard for her clients! We love her and can’t thank her enough for as much work she has done for us! If we ever need someone again (I hope we don’t) we know who to contact. Thank you for everything!!!! ❤️❤️❤️
Anna Martin
Dec 05, 2021
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I retained Sharon for an an unimaginably difficult situation I found myself in recently. I had tried to help a friend and ended up being swept up in a illegal situation beyond my control. Being completely new to the system, I can honestly say I was terrified of what this might entail. I immediately began doing calls to business professional friends to get a recommend and I can say the recommend for Sharon came from the best. I was highly recommended Sharon, and instantly upon speaking, I knew I’d found someone who not only was highly experienced, well trained, and professional, but caring and
Jason Mooberry
Dec 13, 2020
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Full transparency, I'm a friend of Sharon's and I retained her legal services. At a time when I needed a lawyer; to have someone in my corner; she came through with flying colors. I cannot recommend her highly enough.
She has a wealth of experience working with all types of folks, and is always seeking to understand and help you. She had/found answers to all my questions and worked with me on a way forward that we both felt confident with. She pursued the best outcome for me, and helped to allay my fears throughout the process. It is rare to find such talent and caring.
She has a wealth of experience working with all types of folks, and is always seeking to understand and help you. She had/found answers to all my questions and worked with me on a way forward that we both felt confident with. She pursued the best outcome for me, and helped to allay my fears throughout the process. It is rare to find such talent and caring.
Jhilya Mayas
Sep 15, 2020
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Sharon Appelbaum is highly skilled in each of her legal practice areas, and brings a unique and tailored approach to representing her firm's clients. Sharon works tirelessly on her clients' behalf, bringing a razor-sharp legal mind and strategy to her work - for every case, every time. I have recommended Sharon and her team in the past, and will continue to do so enthusiastically in the future.
Katarzyna Paczkowska
Aug 06, 2020
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I knew that I was going to choose Sharon and her legal expertise since our first conversation. She made me feel very confident in her ability to help me get out of a wrongly filed TRO. Shes very direct and straight to the point which I responded to very well. I knew exactly what was going to happen , when and why. I highly recommend Sharon if you ever find yourself in a similar situation. She made me feel like I had a pit bull in my corner ready to fight for me.
Brigette Pivovaroff
Jul 04, 2020
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Sharon Appelbaum was very responsive when we were in desperate need of her services. She didn't know me but she called me back immediately and assisted me before we even sat down to do a contract or exchange money. Anyone in need of these type of services is stressed, scared, confused ....especially if you have never been in that situation before and you are innocent. Yes , legal services are expensive, but Sharon Appelbaum is very fair and even returned monies. She is also very personable and easy to communicate with. If ever we needed legal representation again, I would definitely be calling
Jesse Gary
Jun 25, 2020
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I unfortunately had to retain representation for my family member. The firm promised me the counselor would hold my hand & walk us through the entire process. This could not have been further from the truth. They wasted our time and money.
Fortunately, someone gave us the name & number of Sharon Appelbaum. She is amazing. The hard work and attention she gave us was priceless. Sharon successfully got our case dismissed, and told us to keep in touch. I thought those were just words you say at the end of the a long day. Years later, Sharon still checks in on the family and offer her services to help
Fortunately, someone gave us the name & number of Sharon Appelbaum. She is amazing. The hard work and attention she gave us was priceless. Sharon successfully got our case dismissed, and told us to keep in touch. I thought those were just words you say at the end of the a long day. Years later, Sharon still checks in on the family and offer her services to help
