Laina T. Chikhani

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Laina Chikhani: When You Need Someone On Your Side

Few situations in life are as terrifying as dealing with the criminal justice system. One wrong move, and you could face harsh repercussions, including time behind bars. It’s important to have a trustworthy Napa & Solano County criminal defense attorney on your side. Look to Laina Chikhani for guidance through every phase of the criminal justice process.

Academic Background

A single glance at Laina Chikhani’s resume reveals clear academic and professional excellence, plus a deep love for the state of California. As an undergraduate, she attended the University of San Francisco. She graduated in 1992 with her Bachelor of Science in Marketing. She later attended the John F. Kennedy University School of Law in Pleasant Hill, California, emerging with her Juris Doctor in 2009.

Professional History

Since graduating from law school, Laina Chikhani has enjoyed a remarkable career. She served as a law clerk for multiple practices, including the Law Office of Linda McIntyre and the Law Offices of Vincent R. Maher. Laina was also a certified law clerk at the Solano County Conflict Defender’s Office in Fall 2009 (Fairfield office) and in Spring 2010 (Vallejo office). She then continued on with the Law Offices of Vincent R. Maher as an associate attorney before taking on a similar position with Morton & Russo, LLC.

Currently, Laina Chikhani runs the Fairfield law firm Laina T. Chikhani, Attorney at Law, which offers a wide range of criminal defense services. In her time as criminal lawyer, she has directly handled well over 200 DUI cases. Additionally, she has successfully resolved numerous domestic violence cases. She is passionate about defending her clients’ rights, both in and out of court. Her efforts have allowed many to avoid harsh repercussions, such as fines and jail time.

Association Memberships

Through ongoing involvement in the local legal community, Laina Chikhani is able to build strong connections, which serve her well as she navigates California’s criminal justice system. She is a member of the State Bar of California, the California Public Defenders Association, California Attorneys for Criminal Justice, and the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.

The right attorney could make all the difference as you strive to bring your criminal case to a swift and satisfactory close. Consider working with Laina Chikhani, who will not rest until she has secured the case outcome you desire. To learn more about Laina Chikhani’s legal background and approach to practicing law, contact Laina T. Chikhani, Attorney at Law today.

Areas of Practice (83)

  • Criminal Defense
  • Assault and Battery
  • Drug Crimes
  • School Expulsion
  • Juvenile Law
  • DUI & DMV
  • Domestic Violence
  • Criminal Law
  • Driving While Intoxicated
  • Drug Offenses
  • Felonies
  • Parole and Probation
  • Misdemeanors
  • DUI/DWI
  • Expungement of Records
  • Drug Charges
  • Theft Cases
  • Suspended Drivers License
  • Traffic Violations
  • Burglary
  • Robbery
  • Fraud
  • Forgery
  • Sex Offenses
  • Weapons
  • Gun Cases
  • Homicide
  • Warrants
  • Resisting Arrest
  • Probation Violations
  • White Collar Crime
  • Child Abuse
  • Grand Jury Hearings
  • Government Investigations
  • Death Penalty
  • Expungements
  • Capital Offenses
  • Civil Forfeiture
  • Crime Victims Compensation
  • Criminal Antitrust
  • Criminal Appeals
  • Criminal Conspiracy
  • Criminal Forfeiture
  • Criminal Fraud
  • Criminal Investigation
  • Criminal Prosecution
  • Drivers License Suspension
  • Electronic Surveillance
  • Extortion
  • Extradition
  • Federal Criminal Law
  • Forensic Accounting
  • Forensic DNA
  • Forensic Science
  • Forensic Medicine
  • Grand Jury Practice
  • Habeas Corpus
  • Hit and Run
  • International Criminal Law
  • International Extradition
  • Mail Fraud
  • Malicious Prosecution
  • Manslaughter
  • Money Laundering
  • Murder
  • Post-Conviction Remedies
  • Search and Seizure
  • Sex Crimes
  • Sexual Assault
  • Shoplifting
  • Stalking
  • Theft
  • Vehicular Homicide
  • Victims Rights
  • Weapons Charges
  • Wire Fraud
  • Wiretapping
  • Child Abduction
  • Child Sexual Abuse
  • Child Protection
  • Juvenile Criminal Law
  • Juvenile Dependency
  • Juvenile Delinquency

Education & Credentials

University Attended:
University of San Francisco, B.S., 1992
Law School Attended:
John F. Kennedy University School of Law, J.D., 2009
Year of First Admission:
2010
Admission:
2010, California
ISLN:
922657740

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