Hallinan Law Firm - San Francisco, CA

A Storied Legacy of Relentless Courtroom Criminal Defense

When criminal charges threaten your freedom, future, and family, having proven trial advocates by your side is vital. Hallinan Law Firm brings a renowned heritage of courtroom defense to Northern California. Founding attorney Neil Hallinan is a third-generation trial lawyer whose family has defended the rights of the accused across California for decades. Prior to establishing the firm, Neil Hallinan served nearly a decade as a public defender in the Bay Area, defending thousands of clients and taking dozens of serious criminal cases to jury verdict. Working alongside managing partner Vanessa Peña-Hallinan, who contributes a distinguished background in complex litigation and bilingual advocacy, the firm provides aggressive defense representation from their offices in the Law Chambers Building on Franklin Street.

Comprehensive Defense for Felonies, Misdemeanors, and Restraining Orders

Hallinan Law Firm represents individuals facing urgent criminal charges across municipal, superior, and appellate courts. The legal team approaches every matter with meticulous preparation, examining law enforcement conduct, challenging unconstitutional searches, and preparing every case for trial. Practice areas include:

• DUI Defense: Aggressive defense against first-offense, felony, and drug DUIs, breathalyzer errors, and license suspensions before the California Department of Motor Vehicles.
• Violent Crimes: Tenacious trial advocacy against allegations of simple assault, assault with a deadly weapon, robbery, battery, and felony strike offenses.
• Domestic Violence: Strategic defense against domestic battery charges, protecting personal freedom while addressing emergency protective orders and restraining order hearings.
• Drug Crimes: Representation for possession, sales, manufacturing, and distribution, challenging unlawful police seizures and pursuing treatment alternatives.
• Theft and Burglary: Skilled defense against grand theft, identity theft, commercial burglary, residential burglary, and white-collar fraud allegations.
• Expungements and Record Clearing: Assisting individuals with post-conviction relief, reducing eligible felonies to misdemeanors, and sealing records to restore employment opportunities.

Immediate 24/7 Response and Dedicated Bilingual Representation

Arrests and police interrogations occur at all hours of the day and night. When you urgently need a criminal defense lawyer or find yourself searching to hire a DUI attorney in the middle of the night, Hallinan Law Firm provides genuine 24/7 client response. The attorneys understand that rapid intervention during the initial stages of an arrest often prevents severe charges from being filed. Providing full bilingual legal representation in English and Spanish, the firm ensures Spanish-speaking clients receive clear, culturally competent guidance and fearless courtroom advocacy at every stage.

Prime San Francisco Location and Free Consultations

Conveniently situated at 345 Franklin Street in the Law Chambers Building, Hallinan Law Firm is positioned adjacent to San Francisco Civic Center and local courthouses, serving clients throughout San Francisco, Alameda, San Mateo, Contra Costa, and Marin counties. The firm offers free initial consultations and workable payment plans to ensure premier legal protection remains accessible when you need it most. Contact their defense team 24/7 to safeguard your rights.