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The Law Offices of Lucy S. McAllister Pro

4.9
175 reviews

255 N. Market Street, Suite 100, San Jose, CA 95110, U.S.A.

Criminal Law, Professional License Defense, DUI & Traffic Violations and 5 more

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About The Law Offices of Lucy S. McAllister

Proudly Serving California Professionals Since 1988

The Law Offices of Lucy S. McAllister is dedicated to defending individuals charged with criminal offenses in the San Francisco Bay Area. With over three decades of experience and more than 250 Superior Court appearances, our firm has built a reputation for delivering effective legal representation. We are dedicated to helping clients navigate the complexities of California’s criminal justice system with confidence and clarity.

Lucy S. McAllister, a highly experienced criminal defense attorney, leads our practice with a commitment to protecting the rights of those facing serious legal challenges. From addressing outstanding warrants to defending against misdemeanor and felony charges, we provide tailored strategies designed to reduce charges, secure favorable outcomes, and minimize long-term consequences. Our firm also assists clients in expunging criminal records, offering a path to a fresh start. At The Law Offices of Lucy S. McAllister, we prioritize clear communication, strategic planning, and unwavering advocacy to ensure our clients are fully supported throughout their legal journey.

 

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Domestic Violence
Posted by anonymous
August 06, 2018
Hired Attorney Lucy McAllister

Lucy McAllister and her team are amazing. They fought for me tooth and nail. They listened to me and gave me every tool to help me fight along side them to prove my innocence. I could not ask for a better lawyer, team, or outcome. Thank you for everything Lucy!

Administrative Law
Posted by anonymous
April 22, 2018
Hired Attorney Lucy McAllister

I can say without any hesitation, that Lucy literally saved my life. If I hadn't had met her and hired her, my professional license would have been lost. Lucy immediately took over my pending case, and handled everything. Her entire staff was very professional, knowledgeable, and very helpful with any questions or concerns I had about my case. Lucy was there every step of the way throughout my licensing issue. She made me feel at ease, and she helped me get through the entire process.

 
Administrative Law
Posted by anonymous
November 16, 2017
Hired Attorney Lucy McAllister

I have nothing but good things to say about the law office of Lucy McAllister. Lucy spoke with me at the very start of the process to explain what the process would be. Her and her team followed up with me all along and provided excellent support and guidance. In the end, what they provided was actually much more than I expected. The team was very professional, honest, and responsive. I could not have asked for anything more. I hope that I am never in the situation to need to use her services ag

 
Health Care
Posted by anonymous
May 13, 2026
Hired Attorney Lucy McAllister

Her services are extremely expensive for subpar representation. I would not recommend using her as a lawyer. I had multiple cancelled appointments and communication via email almost entirely with paralegal, not Lucy McAllister.

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  • Criminal Law 2
    • Drug Charges
    • Hit and Run
  • Family Law 1
    • Domestic Violence
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    • Professional License Defense
    • DUI & Traffic Violations
    • Felony Charges: Healthcare Providers
    • Criminal Records Dismissal

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