The Nieves Law Firm Fremont - CA

Holistic Criminal Defense and Restraining Order Advocacy in Fremont, CA

Confronting an unexpected criminal arrest, police investigation, or protective order can jeopardize your career, professional certifications, and family stability. Situated at 41111 Mission Boulevard, Suite 114, in Fremont, The Nieves Law Firm provides compassionate, trial-tested criminal defense to working professionals and community members throughout Alameda County, Silicon Valley, and the greater Bay Area. Established in 2012 by managing attorney Jo-Anna Nieves, the firm is built around a distinct mission: taking the criminal out of criminal defense. Rather than treating clients like case numbers, their eight-attorney legal team looks beyond the police report to understand the underlying human story, fighting relentlessly to secure dismissals, charge reductions, and genuine second chances.

Recognized Courtroom Acumen Led by Jo-Anna Nieves

Founding attorney Jo-Anna Nieves is widely respected throughout the California legal community. A former intern with the Sacramento County District Attorney Office and Past President of the Alameda County Bar Association, she has been selected as a Super Lawyers Rising Star for seven consecutive years. Recognized as the Best Criminal Defense Attorney and Best DUI Lawyer by regional rating organizations, Ms. Nieves regularly provides insightful legal analysis on major national news networks, including Court TV and ABC News. Under her leadership, The Nieves Law Firm has been recognized twice on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies in the United States.

Strategic Defense Across State and County Jurisdictions

The attorneys at The Nieves Law Firm provide vigorous courtroom defense across a broad spectrum of criminal and quasi-criminal matters:

• DUI and Impaired Driving Defense: Defending clients against misdemeanor and felony drunk driving charges, chemical test refusals, and administrative driver license suspensions before the California Department of Motor Vehicles.
• Domestic Violence Allegations: Protecting individuals facing domestic battery accusations, corporal injury charges, and criminal protective orders that threaten custody and employment.
• Civil and Domestic Restraining Orders: Providing assertive advocacy in domestic violence restraining order hearings, civil harassment petitions, and workplace violence injunctions.
• Drug Crimes and Narcotics Offenses: Defending against charges of controlled substance possession, possession for sale, prescription fraud, and public intoxication.
• Violent Crimes and Weapons Charges: Formulating aggressive courtroom defenses against assault, battery, firearm enhancements, and grand theft allegations.

California Post-Conviction Relief and Record Clearing

A past criminal record should not permanently define your future. The firm is known throughout California for exceptional post-conviction advocacy, notably handling motions to vacate under California Penal Code Section 1473.7 to protect non-citizen immigrants from adverse deportation consequences. The firm also assists eligible clients with statutory expungements under Penal Code 1203.4, felony-to-misdemeanor reductions, and certificates of rehabilitation.

Extended Daily Hours, Bilingual Support, and Free Consultations

Legal crises rarely occur during standard business hours. The Nieves Law Firm maintains extended operating hours seven days a week, supported by a fully bilingual legal staff in English and Spanish. When you need to hire a criminal defense lawyer or find an attorney in Fremont who will defend your freedom with empathy and tenacity, the firm provides free, confidential initial strategy consultations.