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About Laura
Laura M. Petty is dedicated to the defense of those individuals charged with criminal offenses, both in the trial court and courts of appeal. Ms. Petty is highly experienced, certified Criminal Law Specialist and has successfully defended clients charged with first degree murder, "three strikes" and other life-term cases, as well as serious felony and other matters. She represents both adults and juveniles, and her areas of practice also include successful misdemeanor and traffic representation. In addition, Ms. Petty represents both parents and children in juvenile dependency (child welfare) cases. Ms. Petty completed a double major in Politics and Women's Studies, and graduated from UC Santa Cruz in 1993 with highest honors. Ms. Petty attended Golden Gate University School of Law in San Francisco, receiving her Juris Doctor degree in 1996. Ms. Petty has further distinguished herself by becoming certified by The State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization in criminal defense. This certification is granted to attorneys who have completed an exhaustive examination, have extensive experience in criminal law, and have been evaluated by peers, courtroom adversaries and judges.
Reviews
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Anthony Gonzalez
“I needed an affordable attorney who was aggressive, professional and really knew the ins and outs of the court system. Laura Petty has done an amazing job. She has been nothing but attentive to my needs as a client, and a firm believer in what she does. I think that's what makes her one of the best lawyers in Solano County. Laura is very knowledgeable and has a really clear focused view of understanding how the court system works. She will continue to do an amazing job for anyone that hires her and will get you the right results for your case each and every time. --Anthony Gonzalez”
Kacey F.
“Laura Petty helped me during a very scary time in my life! Her knowledge and expertise shine through in every conversation I had with her. She simply is the best. What was most helpful to me, though, was the calming comfort she gave while giving me sound advice when I had so many confusing and chaotic things happening around me. She is so great with communication and always keeps me in the loop. When interviewing other attorneys, many give off a "used car salesman" vibe. It's hard not knowing who you can trust, but not with Laura. She has 100% proven to be a trustworthy person who I will recommend for everyone. She is such a strong legal advocate that I am lucky to have had fighting for me!”