Prior to establishing LOPAS LAW, I spent a decade as a public defender, in Sacramento as well as El Dorado County. During that time I represented clients in all manner of cases, from complex high stakes homicides, to sexual misconduct, 3 strikes, drug crimes, and DUI. For the last 3 years I have focused on juvenile defense. I enjoy trial practice, but understand that not every case or client is best served through court adjudication or verdicts. I work closely with my clients to reach efficient and positive resolutions and believe in the fragility and growth potential of every youth.
State Bar of California
ID Number: 249742
Since 2007
2019 - Current
Central California Appellate Project
2019 - Current
Appellate Defenders, Inc.
2019 - Current
LOPAS LAW
2015 - 2018
El Dorado County Public Defender
2007 - 2015
Sacramento County Public Defender
Undergraduate Degree
Law Degree
National Trial Lawyers
CSU, Sacramento
CSU, Sacramento
CSU, Sacramento
Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
Domestic Violence Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence Restraining Orders
2016
AB 703 CertificationPJDC
