Business Details
Criminal Defense Attorney in San Jose
Vijay Law is a dedicated criminal defense firm founded on the principle of achieving total victory for clients facing serious legal challenges. With over a decade of experience handling cases ranging from DUIs to murder, the firm's founder, Vijay Dinakar, brings a proactive, trial-focused approach to every case. Our philosophy centers on exhaustive investigation, personalized representation, and leveraging deep knowledge of immigration consequences to protect clients' futures. We maintain strong relationships with top investigators and experts while maintaining direct client engagement throughout the legal process.The firm's success in convincing prosecutors to dismiss cases pre-filing, secure favorable trial outcomes, and minimize immigration impacts reflects our commitment to zealous advocacy. Our practice extends beyond criminal defense to include family law matters and restraining orders, applying the same trial-tested strategies to civil cases. Transparency in communication and ethical representation remain foundational to our approach, ensuring clients receive both legal expertise and compassionate support.
Services
Criminal Defense
Domestic Violence
DUIs
Theft Crimes
Immigration Consequences
Restraining Orders
Highlights and features
- We offer 12+ years of trial-focused criminal defense experience
- Our team personally handles every case from start to finish
- Proven success in pre-filing dismissals and not-guilty verdicts
- Expertise in immigration consequences of criminal convictions
- Direct access to top investigators and legal experts in the Bay Area
Services
Criminal Defense
Our criminal defense practice handles all felony and misdemeanor charges with a trial-focused approach. We specialize in pre-filing dismissals, jury trials, and minimizing immigration consequences. With experience in complex cases like murder and gang allegations, we combine aggressive advocacy with strategic negotiations to protect clients' futures. Our founder's public defender background informs our understanding of prosecutorial tactics while maintaining private firm flexibility.
Domestic Violence
We defend against domestic violence allegations with proactive investigation and prosecutor negotiations. Our approach includes immediate case preparation for trial to maximize dismissal chances. We handle cases ranging from minor touching allegations to severe charges across five Bay Area counties. Our track record demonstrates success in preventing case filings and securing favorable court outcomes through technical legal expertise.
DUI Defense
Our DUI defense combines scientific analysis with procedural challenges to blood alcohol testing. We address both criminal charges and DMV license suspension processes. With experience in complex cases involving injury or death, we employ expert witnesses to challenge field sobriety tests and rising blood alcohol defenses. Our approach preserves driving privileges while minimizing criminal penalties and immigration impacts.
Theft Crimes
We defend against all theft-related charges including petty theft, embezzlement, and grand theft auto. Our focus includes preventing moral turpitude designations that affect immigration status and professional licenses. We employ thorough investigation of property ownership claims and challenge prosecution evidence to secure dismissals or reduced charges. Our experience spans both individual and white-collar theft cases.
Restraining Orders
We handle domestic violence restraining orders with trial-ready preparation to protect clients' rights. Our approach combines civil litigation strategies with criminal defense expertise to address both immediate legal protections and long-term consequences. We represent both petitioners and respondents in family law contexts, leveraging trial experience to achieve favorable settlements or court decisions.
People
Vijay Dinakar
Attorney
Vijay Dinakar is a trial attorney with 12+ years of criminal defense experience. Former public defender who handled thousands of cases ranging from misdemeanors to murder. Founder of Vijay Law, specializing in trial advocacy and immigration-related legal issues. Graduated from Santa Clara University School of Law and worked with the Innocence Project. Maintains personal involvement in every case from initial consultation through resolution.
Questions
Will Vijay Dinakar personally handle my case?
Yes, Vijay Dinakar personally manages every case from start to finish with direct client communication.
Do you handle immigration-related criminal cases?
Yes, we specialize in minimizing immigration consequences of criminal convictions with proven success.
What practice areas do you cover?
We handle criminal defense (DUIs, domestic violence, theft), family law, and restraining orders.
How do you approach case preparation?
We prepare every case as if it will go to trial, maximizing settlement leverage and dismissal chances.
Can you represent alleged victims?
Yes, we represent alleged victims in domestic violence and other criminal cases.
What differentiates your firm from public defenders?
We offer personalized attention, lower caseloads, and direct attorney access unavailable in public defender offices.
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