Diane Carol Bass

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Diane Carol Bass: Attorney with Law Office of Diane C. Bass
Attorney Awards
  • Martindale-Hubbell Peer Reviewed
  • Platinum Client Champion
  • Avvo Client Choice
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Biography

Diane C. Bass brings a lifetime of discipline, resilience, and advocacy to her work as a Criminal Defense attorney. Her journey began with years of rigorous ballet training, instilling in her a work ethic that persisted even after a college injury led her to change paths. As a drama major at UC Irvine, she mastered the art of speaking with confidence, reading a room, and telling a compelling story—essential skills she now uses to advocate for her clients. Following a demanding four-year period pursuing theater in New York, where she balanced multiple jobs and auditions to stay afloat, Diane returned to California to pursue her legal career. She graduated law school with honors and, after brief experience in civil litigation, found her true purpose in criminal defense. Guided by the encouragement of both a prosecutor and public defender who recognized her natural aptitude for the work, Diane now leverages her unique background and dedication to provide dedicated, skilled defense for those who need it most.

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Areas of Practice (3)

  • Drug Violations
  • Sex Offenses
  • White Collar Crimes

Education & Credentials

University Attended:
University of California, B.A., 1983
Law School Attended:
Southwestern University School of Law, J.D., 1991
Year of First Admission:
1991
Admission:
1991, California; United States District Court for the Eastern District of California; United States District Court for the Northern District of California; United States District Court for the Central District of California; United States District Court for the Southern District of California; 1991, California
ISLN:
901081207

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Credit Cards Accepted
American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Other, Visa

Peer Reviews

4.8/5.0 (12 reviews)
Peer Reviewed

  • Legal Knowledge

    4.8/5.0

  • Analytical Capability

    4.8/5.0

  • Judgment

    4.8/5.0

  • Communication

    4.8/5.0

  • Legal Experience

    4.8/5.0

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Of Counsel on 06/24/20 in Criminal Law

    Diane Bass leaves me with an overwhelming sense of confidence not only in her level of competence but her compassion and charatcer. She consistently demonstrates a command of legal knowledge in her area of law. She also demonstrates a caring commitme... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 06/10/20 in Criminal Law

    She is a defense attorney of the highest caliber. She is smart and compassionate -- a lawyer who cares for her clients, fights for their rights, and gets fantastic results.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Associate on 06/09/20 in Criminal Law

    Diane is an outstanding lawyer with just the perfect balance of zeal, compassion and empathy for her clients. In the 10 years or so that I have known Diane, she has always stuck to what's right and has never jeopardized her integrity, while providing... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Shareholder on 05/29/20 in Federal Criminal Law

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 05/28/20 in Banking Law

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 05/27/20 in White Collar Crime

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 05/27/20 in Federal Criminal Law

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Judge on 04/17/13 in Criminal Law

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Principal on 04/01/13 in Criminal Defense

    Diane is the embodiment of professionalism and is a great asset to the profession.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 04/01/13 in Criminal Defense

    Diane Bass is not only an excellent criminal defense attorney but also one of the more personable attorneys I have met....someone who cares about her clients and the outcomes of her cases beyond the legal issues involved.

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Avvo Client Review
5.0/5.0 (26 reviews)
Client Choice Award Client Champion

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Lawyers Client Review
5.0/5.0 (13 reviews)
Platinum Client Champion

Diane does an amazing legal work. Her dedication & professionalism is exceptional. She explains the law and legal process very clear and that takes a lot of the stress away. Thank you Diane for all y...

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