Numerous magazines and publications have recognized Spolin Law P.C. as one of the nation's top firms for criminal law. Lead attorney Aaron Spolin is nationally ranked by The National Trial Lawyers and has won numerous other advocacy awards. The attorneys at Spolin Law P.C. have been on the winning side of hundreds of criminal cases and have litigated matters up to the United States Supreme Court.
Whether the law was misapplied, inappropriate evidence was considered, or biases clouded the decision-maker's judgement, we believe in your right to challenge incorrect decisions. At Spolin Law P.C., we fight to correct the errors that prosecutors, judges, or other individuals have made. We'll comb through the record to uncover if legal mistakes occurred.
Whether the law was misapplied, inappropriate evidence was considered, or biases clouded the decision-maker's judgement, we believe in your right to challenge incorrect decisions. At Spolin Law P.C., we fight to correct the errors that prosecutors, judges, or other individuals have made. We'll comb through the record to uncover if legal mistakes occurred.
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While no two cases are exactly alike and outcomes can never be guaranteed, our firm prides itself in its strong track record of winning major cases. The criminal justice system treats defendants like dirt. We fight this trend by aiming to treat all clients-and their family members-with respect and dignity.
California Supreme Court Sides with Spolin Law Client; Firm's Advocacy Saves Client from Potential 50-Year-To-Life Sentence, 2017. Attorney at Law Magazine Features Spolin Law P.C. in a Cover Story About the Firm's Successes and Mission Statement, 2020. Spolin Law Wins Key Ruling on Federal Writ of Habeas Corpus in Federal District Court, 2019.
Filing and winning an appeal in court can give you your freedom. But it is a complicated process, best handled by an experienced and highly skilled attorney with a history of success in appeal cases. Contact criminal appeals attorney Aaron Spolin at Spolin Law P.C. to discuss when you may file an appeal, the criminal appeals process, and how to win.
You may be able to obtain a new trial, reduce your prison sentence, or win your freedom through a Writ of Habeas Corpus in federal court. To learn more about this process, contact Spolin Law P.C. to speak with a seasoned federal lawyer. Spolin Law P.C. is led by award-winning appeals attorney and former prosecutor Aaron Spolin.
The criminal appeals lawyers at Spolin Law P.C. explain how to win an inmate's freedom with the First Step Act and other new laws affecting state and federal prisoners. Spolin Law P.C. is led by award-winning appeals attorney and former prosecutor Aaron Spolin. One of his most recent successful outcomes was on a murder case sent to the state's highest court.
Reviews (27)
Iyani L.
Dec 28, 2021
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Waste of time and uses a cookie cutter approach with their clients. I received a "case review" for $3000 that was word for word, verbatim, with another client Spolin represented (who had completely different charges)The only thing he and his team did was exchange out the name. Very foul and unethical. Maybe he is good at defending those who are in the midst of fighting charges but he is piss poor for post conviction relief. I requested a refund and would never recommend anyone to them
Ted Borecki
Dec 28, 2021
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We hired Spolin Law to do a case review for my nephew. We believed that he qualified for SB 775 and after reading everything on their web site we felt that this firm was most up to date with this new bill. After having them do a case review and seeing the level of effort and detail they put in our family was very impressed. After talking about it over the holidays we will be hiring this firm to help with SB 775 as his case review showed that was the most promising way forward for him. Will update after bill becomes law.
Lis Sanchezz
Dec 12, 2021
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I wouldnt reccomend them! Dont hire Them I hired them for my Husband whos in prison at the moment, And at first they made it seem like if they will definetly beat this case ! Wrong they denied his petition,but thats not all yet, they called me to let me know about it and were so confuse so unproffesional about It. They didnt even read his whole Transcript an Conviction papers before filling whatever they filed 🤦🏻♀️ They just filed whatever and sent to the courts not even 2 years and it was denied. I wonder why they file the wrong petition. I get it he was denied but why didnt they
Maria Gomez
Nov 17, 2021
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John I.
Mar 03, 2021
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Here are the honest PROS and CONS of Spolin Law. READ THIS FIRST if you are thinking of hiring them.
PRO:
They do criminal law appeals and seem to know this material well.
Their posts indicate that cases have multiple attorneys assigned. Always better to have a team of lawyers than just one person.
There is an actual support staff helping on cases
They have a ton of success stories in the media, so it looks like they can get results. Just google "Spolin Law client walks free" for one example.
CON:
They are not a generalist firm that can just handle anything, like dui, immigration,
PRO:
They do criminal law appeals and seem to know this material well.
Their posts indicate that cases have multiple attorneys assigned. Always better to have a team of lawyers than just one person.
There is an actual support staff helping on cases
They have a ton of success stories in the media, so it looks like they can get results. Just google "Spolin Law client walks free" for one example.
CON:
They are not a generalist firm that can just handle anything, like dui, immigration,
Thomas B.
Jan 29, 2021
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One of the firm's lawyers made an oral argument that was publicly broadcast. It was a few weeks ago on January 5 in front of the CA's 2nd District Court of Appeal, broadcast because they were not letting anyone into the court building because of the virus. The lawyer made a good point which was that the right to a lawyer is often used in criminal court as a right for the court to never hear a word that a defendant has to say, even if the defendant is trying to speak up in court. I think that's a pretty smart way to show how the law is sometimes used to silence people.
Gabriel D.
Dec 15, 2020
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Joanna Kelly
Nov 24, 2020
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Hired them to do a post-conviction case review (which, to be fair, was decently thorough) and it was supposed to be applied towards any legal work. They ended up wanting to refer us to another counsel after the person whose case it is got upset about the options being presented and expressed this verbally, but not disrespectfully, over the phone to the case manager. They did NOT honor the agreement that the case review investment would be applied to future legal work. They also had another staff member call by proxy to give us this news, rather than having the case manager involved call us directly
Fou J.
Oct 30, 2020
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I just signed them on recently to handle my partner's case whom is currently incarcerated. so far, so good. they were responsive, but like the last firm we used, we shall see how it goes. spoke to marti wise who i appreciated w spending time over the phone and not making me feel rushed. i look forward to what they can do for us, and hoping they prove the negative reviews i've read on here wrong, or the least that theyve improved since from it.
Daysy E.
Oct 20, 2020
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I received one of their mailers for my fiancé's case so I decided to call them for a consult. The receptionist had me on hold for a really long time and asking for our names in between hold times and not all at once because she had soo many calls she said. She then transferred me to a case manager or attorney who wouldn't even let me finish my questions and was so rude. She then got upset and said her office wasn't going to be able to help me. DONT WASTE YOUR TIME CALLING THIS PLACE!
Rose R.
Aug 12, 2020
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Aaron Spolin is by far the best Attorney you'll ever meet he actually cares about his clients and fights for what's right. He also referred me to another Attorney Matthew Delgado for a family member. I can not express what great people they are. My family and I are beyond happy. If you're looking for a great Attorney he's The man.
Haute H.
Jul 15, 2020
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WOW. Thank you for everything! Life without the possibility of parole sentence was just commuted by the governor. I am attaching an image of the commutation of sentence that Governor Gavin Newsom
just signed for James Heard, one of Spolin Law's clients. Mr. Heard had a sentence of life without the possibility of parole LWOP, so there had been no way he would ever get out of prison. Now all that is
changed with the signature of the governor's pen. As Gov. Newsom said in the form he released, when Mr. Heard was 22 he shot his romantic rival in a murder case. He was sentenced to LWOP and
just signed for James Heard, one of Spolin Law's clients. Mr. Heard had a sentence of life without the possibility of parole LWOP, so there had been no way he would ever get out of prison. Now all that is
changed with the signature of the governor's pen. As Gov. Newsom said in the form he released, when Mr. Heard was 22 he shot his romantic rival in a murder case. He was sentenced to LWOP and
Robert G.
Jun 26, 2020
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I would recommend the firm, especially for writs. They have a very fast response time when you have a question. I initially consulted their website for a writ of habeas corpus and there is a lot of helpful information that is available for free. It did not seem like your typical lawyer page where they just ask you to call the firm over and over. There is actually helpful material about writs of habeas corpus, which can be pretty confusing. For example I did not know that state writs and federal writs are different and deal with different types of material. Either way, they are providing free
Thom W.
Jun 12, 2020
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Just got off the phone with the team at Spolin Law and had to write a quick review. If you're not in-the-know this is the firm that won the appeal that said that PC 1170.95 is constitutional. I've followed the case, B299126 in the Court of Appeal, and I'm sure the inmate is glad with the choice he made. To be totally balanced, whether you like Spolin Law or not will depend on your background. Law enforcement people will probably not be fans, as the firm defends people convicted of crimes. On the other hand, inmates and their families will probably like the firm. The same
Stephanie G.
May 06, 2020
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My husband and I currently have a habeas corpus case with the firm. Everyone has been amazing. I did have a few concerns and brought it up to attorney Caitlin Dukes attention. She answered all my questions and concerns. So far everything has been going good. My husband and I hope to hear good news soon. I will keep you posted
Blanche D.
Mar 26, 2020
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I am impressed with the level of service a Spolin Law. The staff is answering the phones live even now, when most businesses are shut down because of the coronavirus pandemic. When you have a family member in prison it means a lot to have the law firm return calls fast and treat you like someone important.
Cynthia R.
Mar 12, 2020
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Great job. Thank you for getting Rodney's wrongful murder conviction overturned! Anyone who doubts whether Spolin Law can get the job done just needs to look at the court records for department S24 of Long Beach courthouse from January 28, 2020.
Rodney had been in prison for about 17 years and had tried everything. Court of appeal, writ of habeas corpus, federal writ, more. He had a great criminal defense lawyer through the years, but what actually won it was when the Spolin Law lawyers took on the case and fought an sb1437 motion. Aaron Spolin wrote a long document (legal brief) to
Rodney had been in prison for about 17 years and had tried everything. Court of appeal, writ of habeas corpus, federal writ, more. He had a great criminal defense lawyer through the years, but what actually won it was when the Spolin Law lawyers took on the case and fought an sb1437 motion. Aaron Spolin wrote a long document (legal brief) to
Vee C.
Mar 11, 2020
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I would like to commend Mr. Spolin and his team on correcting my concerns. Initially, I had a really bad experience due to Mr. Spolin being on vacation. I was paired with an attorney who did my case review and it was horrible.
Mr. Spolin and Marti Wise quickly fixed my concerns. I sent a message and informed them how displeased I was with the level of service. To my surprise, i was called back by Mr. Spolin. He listened to my concerns, he apologized and he re did my case review.
I was able to go into the office, meet with him and he explained everything in detail. He and the team made me feel
Mr. Spolin and Marti Wise quickly fixed my concerns. I sent a message and informed them how displeased I was with the level of service. To my surprise, i was called back by Mr. Spolin. He listened to my concerns, he apologized and he re did my case review.
I was able to go into the office, meet with him and he explained everything in detail. He and the team made me feel
Cj Jiang
Nov 19, 2019
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Mary M.
Sep 24, 2019
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Tamarae R.
Jun 22, 2019
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This review is long over due. In 2017 I hired Mr.Spolin to represent my spouse in a very VERY serious case. I'm happy to see others had positive experiences with him but I wouldn't recommend him for a serious case such as murder. He was a very attentive lawyer but I just don't think he is equipped to handle cases of that type of magnitude when a defendant is facing life in prison and you lack confidence in the court room your client can feel it and sense it as well. The prosecutors can see it as well and you become a door mat. My spouses first offer was 29 years and he actually presented
Steve S.
May 06, 2019
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Aaron is an amazing attorney! He was involved in my case and helped guide me through this stressful time. He really cares for his clients. The things I appreciated the most were his knowledge of the law, advice and presentation of all options, and most importantly, patience through the duration of my case. In the end, we got the best possible outcome and I can't thank Aaron enough.
C. Lee
Nov 18, 2018
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Choosing a criminal defense attorney can be a stressful and difficult decision to make in the first place. Most likely if you're coming across this page, you're probably researching many other options and hoping that you're choosing the right person that can help you. I've decided to go with Aaron Spolin a few weeks ago, realizing if I want to have a higher chance to get my charge lowered, or dismissed- I would need to hire an attorney beforehand rather than requesting one on the day of. I've had consultations with many, but I'm glad I went with Aaron.
Reason being is that compared to the others
Reason being is that compared to the others
Suparna S.
Sep 08, 2018
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Wow-Aaron was amazing!! I got into trouble with possible felony charges pressed against me-he got me out of everything-no charges pressed. I loved his initial presentation with the letter in the certified envelope-he's got style. I was really scared about the outcome but Aaron got me out of everything. He was extremely attentive, answered the phone whenever I called, and was with me every step of the way. Then when he saw the police report on the spot he spoke in a way that was favorable for me. He's extremely smart and savvy and knows how to defend people. I highly recommend him
Kevin C.
Feb 12, 2018
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I highly recommend Spolin Law! Attorney Aaron is an amazing person and extremely responsible for his client. I had an dispute with my former client and caused some trouble to my firm. And he would listen to my side of the story and patiently guided me through the whole complicated legal process. He is very knowledgeable in terms of insurance law and gave me priceless advice during every process. More importantly, he, for the whole time, has been extremely proactive on my case. He always made contact, followed up and kept me updated with the status of the case.
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Spenser S.
Apr 06, 2017
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Mr. Spolin is known for his advocacy in court. I have seen him bring together disparate facts into one cohesive story that is easy for a jury to understand. His past work as a prosecutor certainly informs and strengthens his current work defending those accused of crimes. I would seek his counsel for any criminal or civil rights case.
Douglas P.
Mar 31, 2017
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A big thank you to Spolin Law for all your help! The lead attorney is an amazing lawyer. He also was respectful in his interactions with me, including returning phone calls, answering my various questions, and guiding me through how the process works. I was lucky because Mr. Spolin came up with a number of arguments and legal points that I don't think many other lawyers would have thought of. Thank you for the great job!
