Law Offices of David Chesley - Pasadena, CA
The Law Offices of David Chesley is a powerhouse California criminal defense firm in Pasadena, featuring former judges, prosecutors, and police officers with over fifty years of collective courtroom experience and a ninety-five percent success rate in avoiding jail for DUI clients.
Formidable Criminal and DUI Defense in Pasadena, California
When criminal charges threaten your personal reputation, professional career, and fundamental freedom, having seasoned courtroom veterans in your corner is essential. The Law Offices of David Chesley, located on South Lake Avenue in Pasadena, provides commanding legal defense for individuals charged with misdemeanors and serious felonies across California. Boasting an elite team of more than twenty-five criminal attorneys-including former judges, state prosecutors, and law enforcement officers-the firm brings inside knowledge of prosecutorial tactics to achieve record dismissals and charge reductions.
With over twenty years in practice and tens of thousands of successfully defended clients, managing attorney David S. Chesley and his team understand the inner mechanics of local courthouses. When you hire an attorney from a firm composed of former state prosecutors, you gain an immediate tactical advantage during pre-filing investigations, bail hearings, preliminary examinations, and plea discussions. The firm boasts an impressive ninety-five percent success rate in keeping DUI clients out of jail, proving that aggressive defense can protect your future.
Comprehensive Representation Across Serious Offenses
The criminal justice system can be unforgiving, especially when state and federal prosecutors allocate substantial resources to secure convictions. As dedicated criminal defense lawyers, the firm delivers assertive representation across a broad spectrum of criminal law matters:
- DUI and Impaired Driving Defense: Extensive representation for first-time DUI, repeat offenses, underage drunk driving, felony DUI causing injury, blood test suppression motions, and DMV license suspension hearings.
- Violent Crimes and Homicide: Aggressive trial defense against serious felony allegations including voluntary manslaughter, attempted murder, battery on peace officers, armed assault, and carjacking.
- Drug Offenses: Strategic defense against state and federal charges involving illegal narcotics trafficking, possession of controlled substances, manufacturing, and smuggling operations.
- Theft, Burglary, and White-Collar Crimes: Protecting defendants accused of grand larceny, shoplifting, embezzlement, identity theft, healthcare fraud, and corporate financial crimes.
- Domestic Violence: Dismantling weak, vindictive, or unfounded accusations involving corporal injury to a spouse, domestic battery, and civil restraining orders.
- Post-Conviction Relief and Expungements: Filing formal petitions under California Penal Code Section 1203.4 to dismiss past convictions and restore civil rights.
Nationally Recognized Legal Excellence
Attorney David S. Chesley and the firm have garnered widespread industry acclaim, earning a Superb 10.0 rating on Avvo, AV Preeminent recognition from Martindale-Hubbell, and inclusion in the National Trial Lawyers Top 100. Clients consistently praise the firm for prompt responsiveness, compassionate counsel, and transparent flat fees with flexible payment options. Whether negotiating directly with the District Attorney or arguing before a judge, the firm leaves no stone unturned.
Immediate 24/7 Defense Availability
Arrests happen unexpectedly, and police questioning often begins before defendants understand their constitutional rights. If you need an attorney urgently following an arrest, the Law Offices of David Chesley provides immediate twenty-four-seven consultation and bilingual support in Spanish, Tagalog, Korean, and Mandarin. You can consult a lawyer right away to initiate immediate defense interventions and prevent self-incrimination before formal charges are filed.
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Location & Access
Primary Address
Located in the prestigious and highly walkable South Lake Avenue commercial district in Pasadena.
Building Location
This is a 14-story Class A commercial office building that is part of the sprawling PASARROYO office campus. Constructed in 1981, this prominent complex surrounds a large central plaza featuring active dining and lifestyle spots like Urban Plates and LA Fitness.
Parking Details
An on-site seven-story parking garage provides ample paid parking space for visitors. Additionally, 2-hour free street parking can be found nearby on Hudson Avenue.
Public Transit
Served by Pasadena Transit Route 20 (Pasadena); nearest stop is at Lake Ave & Green St.
Accessibility / Suite Access
Enter through the building's main lobby from South Lake Avenue. Head to the elevator bank and take any of the six passenger elevators up to the 3rd floor, where the offices are located in Suite 300.