California Criminal Defense Lawyers

Criminal Defense Law

520 13th Street, Modesto, CA 95354

Criminal Defense Law

801 10th Street, 5th Floor, Modesto, CA 95354

Rebecka A. Monez is a duly licensed attorney in all California Courts as well as Federal Courts. Rebecka cares about her clients and the outcome of a client’s case. She will listen to a client because even the smallest details can be important in a legal case. Rebecka will then give an opinion to the client. She is very direct and straight forward. Rebecka believes that being straight forward is the best practice as she never wants a client to have a misconception about their case, and “beating around the bush” usually helps no one. Rebecka became an attorney because she wanted to change the outcome for her clients – for the better. She works hard to improve the lives and situations of those who trust her with their case and/or livelihood. That’s why she goes to work every day. Rebecka enjoys working with the homeless and less fortunate in her free time. She operates two non-profits in Stanislaus County that support the homeless, drug and alcohol addiction programs, and the Battered Women’s Centers. Serving others is her passion and helping people is what it’s all about.

Criminal Defense Law

626 Wilshire Blvd, Suite 460, Los Angeles, CA 90017

Robert Reiley is an Associate Attorney with The Rodriguez Law Group who previously worked as a civil litigator in Los Angeles, CA on behalf of public and private entities, and was a law clerk for the Los Angeles City Attorney in the criminal-focused Central Trials division. As a criminal defense attorney, Mr. Reiley handles a vast array of criminal matters at The Rodriguez Law Group, ranging from Municipal Code and Business and Professions Code violations to violent crimes, theft, drugs, firearms, and issues involving domestic violence. Mr. Reiley emphasizes a compassionate and human approach to representation, understanding the stresses that being accused of a crime can create in an accused person’s life. Mr. Reiley strives to guide his clients through a complicated and intimidating justice system which most people may not understand. Mr. Reiley prioritizes education, evidence analysis, and aggression to obtain the best possible results for his clients, whether it be attacking allegations prior to the filing of a complaint, oral arguments and hearings, motion filing, prosecutor negotiations, or the decision to go to trial. Mr. Reiley received his juris doctorate from the University of Southern California Gould School of Law in 2019. Prior to law school, Mr. Reiley attended Arizona State University, graduating summa cum laude with a BS in Criminal Justice and Criminological Theory in 2012, and had a prior career in finance before deciding to continue his pursuit of becoming an attorney.

Criminal Defense Law

1209 Pleasant Grove Blvd suite 102, Roseville, CA 95678, USA

There is enormous value in understanding your opponent in any negotiation, and Ryan Couzens knows this only too well. He spent sixteen years on the other side of the courtroom, prosecuting cases for the Yolo County District Attorney’s Office. As an Assistant Chief Deputy District Attorney, Ryan supervised Yolo’s felony trial teams, Case Charging Unit, and Major Crimes Unit before deciding to move into criminal defense. His insight into prosecution strategies is invaluable to his clients, but even more important is Ryan’s motivation for changing sides. Ryan came to criminal defense because he wants to help people, individual people, facing real, specific obstacles in their lives. As Ryan says, “When you’re a prosecutor, you’re representing the interests of the community at large – the People of the State of California. When you’re defending, you’re representing that person sitting right next to you in court, and only that person. I want to advocate for that person who is in trouble and help them move past it.” According to David Cohen, a former employer at Cohen Criminal Defense, “Ryan had a reputation in Yolo as a compassionate but tough-as-nails DA who gave his all to every case, working hard, using bold tactics, and checking every detail. He was a fierce and respected prosecutor. Yet his transformation to criminal defense has been rapid and seamless. I knew he would be great with legal analysis, courtroom presence, and trial and negotiation tactics. What I couldn’t see coming was his remarkable ability to work with his clients. Ryan is patient, makes himself available, listens to his clients, explains things clearly, and truly cares about their fate.” Ryan has the law in his veins. He is a third-generation attorney whose father, J. Richard Couzens, served on the Placer County bench for years. Ryan was raised understanding the gravity of the law and the impact that it has on people’s lives. He sees law as a profession of service to the community and acts to better the justice system wherever he can. For instance, Ryan cares deeply about mental health issues, which stems in part from raising two severely disabled children, for whom he is a constant advocate. This led to him contributing to the definitive guide for the State’s new Mental Health Diversion program (Penal Code 1001.36). As a prosecutor, Ryan created a “Harm Reduction” policy diverting those caught with drugs into treatment instead of prosecution. In an effort to make the criminal justice system more transparent and unbiased, Ryan also authored two state laws: Penal Code section 13370, the Justice Data Accountability and Transparency Act (JDATA), and Penal Code Section 741, requiring prosecuting agencies to implement race-blind charging in criminal cases. The adoption of Ryan’s proposed legislation into law is a testament to both his legal expertise and his concern for the welfare of the individual. One of Ryan’s greatest strengths as a defense attorney is the experience he gained from his years in the DA’s office, where he did 46 jury trials, including multiple homicides, drug conspiracies, robberies and other crimes. He also held positions where his trial work focused on domestic violence and driving under the influence cases in particular. “I was a prosecutor for 16 years, so I have perspective on what motivates DA’s, what drives their decisions. I know what it takes for them to prove a case.” That means Ryan also sees the shortcomings in the DA’s case and that’s where his passion for the law comes in. Ryan sees litigation as a battle and puts in the work to prepare accordingly. He spends hours researching case law, writing briefs, and preparing arguments. Ryan’s experience coupled with his enthusiasm for the work make him a powerful advocate and an exceptional defense attorney. Ryan attended McGeorge School of Law where he was at the top of his class in Criminal Law and received the American Jurisprudence Award. He received his Juris Doctor degree from the prestigious Boalt Hall at U.C. Berkeley, where he extern-clerked for the California Supreme Court and went on to a federal clerkship in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of California. Before he found his calling in criminal law, Ryan practiced civil litigation for four years, including for the prestigious global law firm of Latham & Watkins LLP, where he worked on cases for clients such as the City of San Diego, Chevron and the National Football League. Ryan served in the United States Navy for five years where, in his free time, he did civic activities such as “Project White Hat,” helping terminally ill children and their families in Chicago, Illinois. When he isn’t working, Ryan spends time with his family and engages in activities that support his children, including participation in special needs sports. Born and raised in Placer County, Ryan was admitted to the California Bar in 2001. Education: University of Maryland, Asian Division; (B.S., Information Systems Management, 1996); McGeorge School of Law (First Year of Study, 1998); Boalt Hall, University of California, Berkeley (J.D., 2001). Member: Placer County Bar Association.

Criminal Defense Law

811 W 7th St, Suite 1246, Los Angeles, CA 90017