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Attorney Reviewed by Jo-Anna Nieves, Esq. · August 20, 2026

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One of the biggest misconceptions about criminal defense is that every case is headed for trial. In reality, a significant part of our job is evaluating the strengths and weaknesses of the evidence, understanding how different District Attorney's Offices approach particular offenses, and positioning our client for the best possible outcome.
Jo-Anna Nieves, Founding Attorney.
In serious felony cases, local courtroom experience matters. Knowing how judges manage evidentiary issues and how prosecutors in different counties evaluate violent offenses can influence litigation strategy from the earliest stages.
Jo-Anna Nieves, Founding Attorney.
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Jo-Anna Nieves
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Jo-Anna Nieves

Jo-Anna Nieves is the Founder and Managing Attorney of The Nieves Law Firm, an Oakland criminal defense law firm she created in 2012. With more than 14 years of experience in criminal defense, she has zealously represented clients in a wide range of legal matters, including DUIs, domestic violence, expungement, federal crimes, juvenile law, motions to vacate, sex crimes, violent crimes, and other criminal charges. Jo-Anna has received numerous accolades for her work, including being named a Super Lawyer Rising Star the past 9 years, the #12 Fastest Growing Law Firm in the U.S. by Law Firm 500 in 2019, and one of the fastest growing companies in the U.S. by Inc 5000 in 2023 and 2024. LinkedIn | State Bar Association | Avvo | Google
Top-Rated Bay Area Criminal Lawyers

Don’t Just Take Our Word For It

We’ve helped hundreds of clients through the worst moments of their lives. Here is what a few of them had to say.

I highly recommend this firm , they were my absolute life saver , I was in a limbo for 35 years , living in this country I can’t call home ,
They were able to clean my record , vacate all charges that prevented me from adjusting my situation,
It is tough for minority’s and Foreigners living in this country but this firm has give me my rights and my identity back, now I can spend the rest of my life here with my kids , I couldn’t thank you more

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Kasim

First time hiring an Attorney and I was more than happy, not only with the results but also with the caring, professionalism and expertise of the entire firm. Communicating with the attorneys was never an issue and always positive, constructive and educational. I would highly recommend their services! They are a firm that I felt truly cares about their clients!

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Ian
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Mrs. Nieves is very professional and helping me to beat my case. I highly recommend her and her firm to anyone trying to win. Thank you again Mrs. Nieves!!

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Alex
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“Ms. Nieves was very professional, direct and effective. I have had many dealings with other attorneys and Ms. Nieves was superior in every facet.”

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Gabriel
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Jo-Anna really takes good care of her clients. Using any other attorney is not an option. Thanks for everything you do!

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Christopher
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I am so thankful to find Jo-Anna & her office. I must have contacted a dozen attorneys and could not find assistance. I was not a defendant in a case but the plaintiff. She was still willing to help me with my case. She was extremely responsive and kept me informed every step of the way. Her decisions were always in my best interest. I would defiantly recommend Nieves Law Firm.

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