Stephen D. Klarich, Esq.
Title: Founding Partner
Primary Office: All Offices
Education: Bachelor of Art, Juris Doctorate
Practice: Criminal Defense, Juvenile Criminal
Defense, Juvenile Dependency, Family Law, Appeals, Certificate of Rehabilitations, Governor's Pardon
Biography
California State Bar #: 100728
Education:
- Fairleigh Dickinson University, Madison, New Jersey – Bachelor of Arts, 1978
- Western State University College of Law – Juris Doctorate, 1981
Achievements:
- Past Chairman, Criminal Law Section of Orange County Bar Association
- Past Director of the Newport Harbor Bar Association
- Selected by Judges in Harbor Orange County Justice Center to Act as Conflict Panel Attorney
Member of:
- California State Bar
- American Bar Association
- Orange County Bar Association
- Western San Bernardino County Bar Association
- California Teacher's Association Staff Attorney
Admitted to Practice in the Following Courts:
- All California State Courts
- United States District Court, Central District of California
Lectures:
- Victims of Child Abuse Laws (VOCAL) keynote speaker "Child Abuse
Legislation"
- Sex and Crimes Symposium at California State University-Fullerton
"Defending Sex cases"
- California Teacher's Association lecturer "Defending Teachers
Accused of Crimes"
Results:
- Received a "Not Guilty" verdict on a rape charge
in Long Beach, a "child molestation" charge in Riverside
and a "theft" charge from West Orange County Court.
- Handled many three (3) strike cases in which the defendant
only served a short period of time in prison and avoided the 25
to life punishment ordinarily imposed on 3-strike cases.
Brief History / Committment To My Clients:
Over the past 27 years, I have successfully defended over 5000 people accused of committing crimes, including murder, manslaughter, rape, child molestation, attempted murder, conspiracy, drug offenses, domestic violence, all juvenile matters, three strike cases, robbery and burglary in both state and federal courts. I have handled many high profile cases and have been quoted countless times in both newspapers and on television. Currently, I train and mentor Wallin & Klarich associates to ensure that my extensive experience is handed down to other criminal defense attorneys. While handling my own case load, I often assist other Wallin & Klarich attorneys with preserving their client's rights. Currently, I also represent persons on appeal and for Certificates of Rehabilitation and Governor's Pardons to clean up prior criminal convictions. I am totally committed to my clients, as well as, all clients of Wallin & Klarich. I have a great reputation for winning cases while maintaining the utmost integrity.
Client Testimonial:
"Thank you so very much for all of your work on my behalf.
I was charged with a major felony theft crime. I was certain that I
would go to prison for a long time. I received a brochure and letter in
the mail from your firm. I felt that the firm would help me in this time
of great stress and fear. I called you and you provided me with
information regarding my situation and made me feel at ease. I was
impressed with your experience and the size and reputation of your firm.
Other lawyers I spoke to informed me that I was guilty and that they
would try to minimize the time I would spend in prison. You never judged
me and had faith in my case. And, after negotiating with the district
attorney, you were able to keep me out of prison! I am now able to enjoy
being with my family and friends because of your efforts!"
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