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Alan Castillo

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A Dedication to Excellence

At Alan Castillo – Attorney at Law, Alan Castillo handles both criminal defense and administrative law, helping both those who have been accused of a serious legal issue and professionals who find their licenses in jeopardy. If you have a medical, dental, or nursing license in the state of California that is in danger of being revoked or suspended, it is important that you speak to an experienced Laguna Hills attorney to help keep you employed.

25+ Years of Professional Experience

At my firm, I have handled over 5,000 cases and over 100 trials, including Supreme Court experience in the case of Alavarez-Machain v. United States. In addition, I am a former Deputy Public Defender for the County of Orange with over 20 years of experience in private practice and use this experience for the benefit of all of my clients.

Distinguished Legal Education & Background

My legal practice has always been informed by a strong educational background. A California native, I am proud graduated from the University of California, Los Angeles, where I fostered my knowledge of the law.

Education:

  • Specialization in Law from UCLA, 1990
  • Juris Doctorate, Loyola Law School, 1994
    • Dean’s Award

From 2003 to 2012, I have been a contributing editor to the California Drunk Driving Law and I have been asked to speak on “CACJ Professional Licensing Consequences for Criminal Convictions” at California Attorneys for Criminal Justice conference in 2014 and on “DMV Defenses & Trial” at the California DUI Lawyers Association conference.

Awards & Recognition:

  • Recognition as an Outstanding Lawyer & Legal Professional Recipient in Stanford’s Who’s Who in American Law, 2010
  • Top 100 Trial Lawyer by the National Trial Lawyers
  • Named a "Top-Attorney" in Orange County by OC Metro Magazine
  • Named a 2015 Top Attorney in Orange County by Coast Magazine in recognition of his excellence and zealous representation for those facing criminal charges

Memberships:

  • The National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
  • National Trial Lawyers Association of America
  • The California Attorneys for Criminal Justice
  • The State Bar of California
  • The California Public Defenders Association.

What Our Clients Have to Say

Read Some of Our Testimonials 
    I think he truly cared about me as a client and a person.

    “I found Alan during a very difficult time in my life after a DUI arrest. It was a legitimate turning point in my life as I was ready for a change. I knew my family was depending on me to get my life ...”

    - John
    My wife and I recommend him highly.

    “I am a retired attorney. Alan Castillo represented my wife in a DUI case that was complicated by our defense based upon a mistake of fact. The Orange County DA was extremely aggressive and not willing ...”

    - Walter
    Hard to find a lawyer that has the skill, legal mind and experience that you get in Alan Castillo.

    “Hard to find a lawyer that has the skill, legal mind and experience that you get in Alan Castillo. As a criminal attorney I often call Alan to discuss cases knowing that he has the background to find ...”

    - Dyke
    If you want the best then you want Alan Castillo. You want the attorney who knows more more than just the Law. In addition to the Law, Alan knows the legal system so incredibly well and his intuition is brilliant.

    “If you want the best then you want Alan Castillo. You want the attorney who knows more more than just the Law. In addition to the Law, Alan knows the legal system so incredibly well and his intuition is brilliant.”

    - Bill
    Alan Castillo is an absolutely an amazing attorney! He always does what he says and he delivered extremely incredible results, even more than I expected. He literally saved my livelihood and life. Thank you Alan.

    “Alan Castillo is an absolutely an amazing attorney! He always does what he says and he delivered extremely incredible results, even more than I expected. He literally saved my livelihood and life. Thank you Alan.”

    - Pete
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