Real thank you statements from past clients:

"Hey Jake, You did what I thought wasn't possible and got my charges reduced. No jail time and reduced fines. I really appreciate your hard work. I hope nobody I know ever has the unfortunate instance of getting arrested for a DUI but if so I know who I'll recommend. Thanks again Jake!"

S.K., Rohnert Park

"On New Year's Eve, my 22 year old son drank at a party and then foolishly drove his car. He was stopped by the Highway Patrol and he got a DUI. Thus began our journey into the unknown depths of legal proceedings, paperwork, deadlines, the court, judges, District Attorneys, the DMV, AA meetings a host of intimidating processes. Without Jake as our attorney, we would have been totally lost. Jake is a professional and he knows what he's doing. He successfully navigated all the obstacles for us. For a very reasonable fee, he met with us personally, kept in touch, reviewed our case, told us what to expect, and represented my son in court. All came out well in the end, and we have Jake to thank for it. The words above are sincere and heart felt. Thanks again, Jake, for all you did for us. "

K.G., Napa

"Jake, Thanks for all of your help. You have made this a smooth and organized process. While this event was a horrible situation for me, the phone call to you the morning after my DUI was the best thing that I could have done. While it has been a pleasure working with you on my case, please don’t take offense when I say that I hope we never have to work together again."

M.M., Petaluma

"I went on the Internet and searched "DUI lawyer Sonoma County" and found Jake's website. I was impressed by how much information and advice it had on it. I called him and he seemed extremely knowledgeable, sympathetic, and reassuring. I needed to act fast because of that 10 day DMV rule, so I signed up with him that day. Jake told me in my case he could most likely get my charge reduced from DUI to wet reckless, and he did! He handled everything for me and I never had to go to court. Thanks to Jake the D.A. went easy on me! If God forbid I ever have any future alcohol related charges, I wouldn't want anyone else handling my case!"

S.B., Redwood City

"I do want to thank you for all your help. I couldn't have done this on my own, as much as I wanted to." "Hey Jake, just a random note to thank you again for everything. I went to the DMV today and received my restricted license. Most of the people in my DDP program were surprised to find out their court suspension and DMV suspension were two different animals and have subsequently been off the road for up to 9 months in some cases... So thanks! You rule."

K.P., Albany

"We can't thank you enough for helping us through this difficult time, my daughter's DUI conviction coincided with a move across the country. We were apprehensive about handing this sight unseen to an attorney I'd found online, but your immediate response and the information you provided, both on your website and over the phone, put us at ease. Getting her sentence modified so that she could serve it in our current state of residence saved us several trips back to California and a lot of stress and worry. I only wish we'd contacted you from the start."

S.M., Petaluma (formerly)

"Thanks Again Jake! Absolutely best outcome I could have possibly asked for, AND IT WAS TAKEN CARE OF W/IN 24 hrs! (Completely DISMISSED) Now that's representation! Being in a panic, you cured that immediately!!"

M.L., San Diego

"When you are dealing with the consequences of a DUI, it can be overwhelming. The entire process is complex and complicated for those of us that are not fully informed of our rights and the laws. That's where you come in Jake, and how grateful I really am for all the help and encouragement you gave me. Just to know you were in my corner made all the difference. You were very honest with me and explained everything clearly so I wasn't confused. Thank you for putting all this info on your website. You were a breath of fresh air and I would recommend to anyone who needs an attorney, JAKE IS THE VERY BEST!"

D.K., Sonoma

"You are truly amazing!!! I was pulled over for driving on a suspended license following a DUI and was on probation. I was looking at doing some jail time for driving on a suspended license and a violation of probation. I called Jake and met with him. He went to my first court appearance and got all of my charges reduced. No jail time, no work release, just a minor fine and I can continue my daily life. Thanks again. You saved me some SERIOUS time and money."

C.F., Petaluma

"Jake is the best! This was my first arrest and I felt overwhelmed. I hired Jake (on the 9th day) and he walked me through every step of the process and made sure I understood what I had to do, when I had to do it, and why. I reside outside of Sonoma County (where my incident occurred), so it was extremely convenient for me to never have to appear in court. In my opinion, there is No One better at this than Jake. He turned my very scary situation into something my family and I could live with. If I had to sum it up in a phrase, it would be “Peace of Mind” And you can’t put a price on that. Thanks Jake!"

T.H., San Mateo

"I appreciate all of your help, especially with outlining the details so clearly... your assistance has been worth every penny."

J.L., Santa Rosa

"Thank you so much Jake for all of the hard work you did for my case. This was definitely the best experience I have ever had with an attorney. Not only did you work hard to bring me justice and peace of mind, but did so with complete integrity and competency. I will happily recommend you to anyone who needs someone to represent them and fight for their rights. You are awesome!"

A.L., Guerneville

"Jake, I heard you prevailed in obtaining a [Special Instruction Permit from the DMV after a lack of skill driver license suspension] for my mother. Thank you very much for assisting my mother with acquiring the approval for, and the issuance of a SIP. She is very happy. It is really appreciated. The rest is up to her on the driving course and the subsequent reexamination. Kudos Sir!"

L.P., Vallejo

"Jake handled my DUI case so quickly and skillfully that it was almost like it never happened. He was extremely thorough in explaining all of my options and helped me get through the entire process with the utmost professional courtesy."

G.F., Santa Rosa

"My Father contacted Dave Jake Schwartz regarding three twenty year old charges to clear $75,000 worth of outstanding warrants, and to settle the disposition of the case. Jake not only accomplished this, but was able to clear all charges and even spent his own time going above and beyond our expectations to assist me in obtaining my license. He was always courteous, professional, and very effective. If you are looking for legal assistance, I highly recommend you call Jake. He is the "Man" when it comes down to finding an honest, hard working lawyer who actually cares about his clients. My entire family is grateful and amazed at the results we received by hiring Jake. I can go on with my life now with a fresh start, and to me that is priceless! Thank you so very much for everything Jake."

S.C., Windsor

"After getting my second DUI, I was in a state of shock and despair. Once I called Jake, things immediately started to improve. His thorough knowledge of DUI law was impressive and his counsel helped limit the consequences of my arrest. In my case, however, it was the sense of comfort that his personal support and availability provided that was truly priceless. He worked me through the process every step of the way, and got me moving towards the path of closure. For that, I am forever grateful."

B.L., Laguna Beach

"I've been meaning to send you a note regarding our meeting and court date last week. When I left your office, I knew that regardless of the court outcome, I had a great respect for you as a person. You seem like you really care about your clients and people in general. I've never bought into the anti lawyer crap. Where would we be without people like you who stand up for our rights."

L.K., Guerneville

"Today is a bright and sunny day... now that I have my license back... without your experience and help I would not be on the road... your competent judgment and advice saved me unimaginable grief and anxiety and I do appreciate the "hand holding" you provided when I needed it most. You are communicative and have excellent "people" skills, qualities I consider essential in an attorney. I found your rates reasonable and your DMV experience irreplaceable. I learned a lesson I will never forget; when dealing with the DUI process and DMV one should always have a good attorney. You are the attorney I would most recommend in these cases."

B.E., Napa

"Thank you so very much for the very professional and successful way you represented my son in his court case on the DUI. I appreciate your counsel and the outstanding material you have on your website."

J.T., San Ramon

"I would like to express my gratitude for your help, advice and expertise. You consistently answered my emails/questions in a very speedy way, always looking out for my best interest. It was a relief to know that you were so accessible and knowledgeable throughout this process. This was the first time that I was ever pulled over for drinking and driving. Dealing with the dual process of [Santa Rosa DMV & Sonoma County Court] was confusing and very overwhelming. What first impressed me with you was the wealth of information contained on your website. After spending time reading the anatomy of a DUI on your website, and understanding the dual process, it was very clear to me that you were the attorney for me. You guided me through the (court and DMV) and answered all my questions. Thanks to you... I only stayed 6 days off the road... Thanks Jake! I cannot recommend Jake enough, I can't imagine dealing with all the stress and consequences of a DUI without him. It is well worth it! The best $$$ you'll ever spend!"

I.M., Petaluma

"Choosing Jake as my lawyer was one of the best decisions I have ever made!! Working full time and taking care of 2 kids by myself is overwhelming as it is and takes up all of my time; I didn't know how I would be able to deal with the stress, appointments, paperwork and most of all not driving. Jake took care of EVERYTHING and he kept me on the road!!! I could not be happier with Jake, his honesty integrity, communication and hard work go above and beyond the fee he charged. THANK YOU!!!!"

G.P., Sonoma

"Thank you for your time. More importantly, thank you for giving me the straight talk about this."

T.P., Novato

"I'll cut right to the chase here, Jake. You saved me a lot of time, money and heartache. Your system and approach in dealing with my unfortunate DUI experience was not only successful but far greater than I ever imagined it would be. There is only one DUI attorney listing in any phone book I would refer a friend to, or anyone for that matter, and that attorney is you, Jake. THANK YOU!"

C.B., Guerneville

"Here's a small token of my appreciation for your assistance and also welcoming me in your office. You give lawyers a good name!"

S.M., Santa Rosa

"From the exact moment I hired Jake, he began to take action. He assured me he had everything under control, and he did. He handled everything and kept me informed every step of the way. I never could have figured this stuff out on my own. In the end he came through with real results, getting me a wet reckless, only 18 months probation and pretty much the smallest fine possible. Jake is my hero!!! Don't worry anymore hire Jake and he'll take care of you."

M.C., Sebastopol

"I knew that I needed help so that my case could be presented in court with clarity and with the good intention that it deserved. The care and professionalism you devoted to my case was exactly on target and I am relieved that it ended with a total dismissal! You are the best!"

M.L., Healdsburg

"Sincere thanks for helping me through the emotional and confusing experience of a DUI. You were personable to work with and seemed genuinely interested in my case getting resolved with the least negative impact on my life. The advice you gave me was spot on. I appreciate the approach you took in working with me to set expectations and in achieving those for me."

K.B., Sonoma

"I appreciate all the time and effort you took on my behalf, I can't tell you how much it meant to me to have an expert such as yourself on MY side. You went way above and beyond and surpassed my expectations. Because of your relentless efforts and expert counsel, I was saved the humiliation and embarrassment of going to court and got my driving privilege restored almost immediately. I really appreciate that you were always available to answer my questions and really took the time to clearly explain the process and my options."

P.R., Santa Rosa

"Just wanted to drop you a note to let you know that I got my license back last week (YAY!) I wanted to thank you for all of the help and support. I don't think I would have been able to handle court without your council and I know I wouldn't have gotten my license back so soon without your help with the DMV. Thank you so much."

J.H., Santa Rosa

"Thank you for your representation. Without your help and advice, I believe the whole process would have been more difficult with worse consequences."

D.P., Sebastopol

"Thank You for all your help during this stressful time for me. I don't know how I would have done it. Your professionalism in keeping me up to date and informed, your knowledge of the laws, and being available any time when I had a question, should be commended. Although you have other clients, you made me feel that I was the most important one. From working with you, I know that you make all your clients feel that way. I would highly recommend your services to anyone in need of a DUI lawyer."

R.T., Santa Rosa

"Thank you so much for all your help. I really do appreciate it. I thought you were thoroughly professional in that you always kept us informed promptly as to how the case was proceeding; you explained things well and cleared up matters as to what the DMV was looking for, and you were persistent in getting Dr. _ to give us his opinion."

M.P., Santa Rosa

"Thank You Jake. You took the time to explain my options and the court's decision, so I could understand them. Your are an excellent lawyer. I got my charges reduced. I did not get my license suspended. I did not have to take a DUI class and you saved me a lot of money in fines. Thanks again Jake, you did a great job."

T.Y., Las Vegas

Although we are not Sonoma County residents, your site became a beacon for my family during a long Marin County legal process and it helped us with our attempts to understand the underage DUI legal system/requirements/penalties in California. The links are excellent – they helped us locate our local court calendar which enabled us to stay informed on how our teenage son’s case was or was not progressing. It helped with gathering early DMV information necessary to apply for a critical need license, locate DUI school information etc. The website was a goldmine of information. Had we found your site prior to hiring our attorney, since you do not serve Marin County, we would have followed your recommendation of another attorney to best assist us.

M.V., Marin
[Jake: I do take Marin cases from time to time]

These are real statements from Jake's former clients, but not to be mistaken as a prediction of grand success for your matter. Understand that results vary with individual circumstances and that no Sonoma County DUI lawyer can ethically guarantee a specific result, or even predict an outcome in Sonoma County Superior Court or at the Santa Rosa DMV, until after being retained and following thorough legal analysis of your unique case (beware lawyers who say otherwise). Some Sonoma County DUI clients walk with terrific results, others just get the help they need to get through a bad situation, get past it, and get on with their lives...