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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
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We’ve helped hundreds of clients through the worst moments of their lives. Here is what a few of them had to say.
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Professional, responsive, and comforting. All the things we needed at the time. I can’t say enough good things about their service. She is a real winner and a gem. If we ever needed services like this again, I will always judge them based on the services experienced here.

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Dwayne
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A year ago i recieved a call from Jo-anna, asking if i was ready to handle my case. I wasnt sure so she mentioned she will call me in a couple months to check in. A whole year later of putting her calls aside, i decide im ready and still she calls. Now, my case has been settled completely in my favor, thanks to everyone at Nieves Law Firm who handled the case. I wish i had done so sooner but glad its over with now. They went above and beyond i thought was possible, they genuinely care, very detail oriented and best of all, honest. Cant thank you enough. Thank you everyone at Nieves law firm.

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Mattthew

Our reason for hiring the Nieves Law Firm was not a fun situation, but from the very first phone call to the last communication, they put our concerns to rest. Nadia was our first contact and she assured us that our case would be handled with the greatest of care. Grace Goodman was our attorney and we cannot say enough about her confidence, poise and professionalism. She was ALWAYS there to answer our questions (and we had a lot of them). She was always there to help ease our concerns. Jo-Anna Nieves even joined us and our attorney on our day in court.

Hopefully, we will never have reason to use them again, but if we do, they will be the first phone call we will make!

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Julie
Mignano

Jo-Anna Nieves is a great attorney. She knows exactly what she is doing. She is attentive, focused, professional, and knowledgeable. She has reasonable rates as well. You won’t have to worry about breaking the bank to get legal representation. Best of all, she’s a WINNER! If you want the best chance of winning your case, you’ll want her in your corner.

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Rajahnique
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Very professional and I feel I made a good choice of hiring her. I felt confident and I have referred my attorney to both family and friends.

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Gloria
B.

Jo-Anna Nieves is amazing! She knows how to win cases, her firm is super professional and effective at what they do. She is worth the time and fee. She is confident, kind, detailed and through. You can tell she skillful with law and she takes her cases very serious. I have recommended her firm to someone who was very pleased with her. They were amazed at how good she was and how well she represented them. If you’re looking for solid representation go with Nieve law firm you won’t be disappointed.

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Marie
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