The Law Offices of Jonah Chew - San Francisco, CA

Vigorous Criminal Defense Advocacy in San Francisco

Facing criminal charges puts your freedom, family life, and future employment at immediate risk. Situated on Sutter Street in San Francisco, The Law Offices of Jonah Chew delivers resolute, client-centered defense advocacy across federal and state courts. When individuals urgently need a criminal defense lawyer with deep courtroom familiarity and proven trial capabilities, attorney Jonah Chew provides the individualized attention and strategic representation required to obtain favorable results.

Jonah Chew earned his Juris Doctor from the University of San Francisco School of Law in 1998. After serving five years as a trial attorney at the San Francisco Public Defender's Office, where he defended thousands of cases and conducted dozens of jury trials, he established his private practice in 2006. With more than two decades of courtroom experience, he has earned a stellar reputation for securing dismissals, charge reductions, and acquittals throughout San Francisco, San Mateo, Alameda, Contra Costa, and Santa Clara counties.

Comprehensive Criminal Defense Practice Areas

The Law Offices of Jonah Chew handles all phases of the criminal justice process, from initial police investigation and arraignment to preliminary hearings, suppression motions, and jury trials. Key practice areas include:

• DUI Defense: Defending clients against misdemeanor and felony drunk driving charges, chemical test refusals, multiple-offense DUIs, and administrative DMV license suspension hearings.
• Drug Crime Defense: Representing individuals accused of drug possession, intent to sell, distribution, and prescription medication offenses under California and federal statutes.
• Violent Crime Defense: Defending against serious charges such as assault with a deadly weapon, battery, armed robbery, manslaughter, and firearm allegations.
• Domestic Violence Defense: Providing protective advocacy for individuals accused of domestic battery, spousal abuse, harassment, and protective order violations.
• Theft and Burglary Defense: Representing defendants facing grand theft, petty theft, commercial burglary, residential burglary, and receiving stolen property.
• White-Collar Crime Defense: Handling complex allegations of embezzlement, identity theft, credit card fraud, and financial crimes.

Detail-Oriented Case Preparation and Trial Strategy

Unlike high-volume criminal defense operations where clients rarely speak directly with their trial lawyer, Jonah Chew provides direct personal attention. He analyzes police conduct, scrutinizes body-worn camera footage, interviews witnesses, and challenges procedural errors through motions to dismiss. This relentless preparation often uncovers critical evidentiary flaws that lead prosecutors to reduce or dismiss charges before trial.

Recognized Courtroom Excellence and Multilingual Support

Selected to Super Lawyers and recognized with high client ratings on Avvo, Jonah Chew is also a founding board member of the Asian American Criminal Trial Lawyers Association. To serve the diverse communities of the San Francisco Bay Area, the firm offers legal assistance in English, Spanish, and Mandarin Chinese. Flexible payment arrangements ensure that dependable defense representation remains accessible during critical times.

Request a Free Case Consultation Today

Early intervention by an experienced attorney can significantly alter the trajectory of a criminal case. If you or a loved one is under investigation or facing criminal charges, take immediate action to find a criminal defense attorney with proven courtroom ability. Contact The Law Offices of Jonah Chew at (415) 484-1718 to schedule an immediate, confidential case consultation.