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Donald Masuda

4.6
11 reviews

2214 21st St., Sacramento, CA 95818

Criminal Defense

About Donald Masuda

Donald Masuda is a lawyer practicing criminal defense. Donald received a degree from Lincoln COL, and has been licensed for 46 years. Donald practices at Donald Masuda, Attorney at Law in Sacramento, CA.

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Donald Masuda got this award in 2021

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Criminal Law
Posted by anonymous
March 19, 2025
Hired Attorney

Excellent experienced Lawyer. The other reviews listed on this website are fake. The most knowledgeable Criminal Defense attorney I have ever met. You’re in good hands with Don Masuda. I would definitely use again.

Criminal Law
Posted by anonymous
March 19, 2025
Hired Attorney

Don Masuda is the most experienced Criminal Attorney in California. Everyone I know who goes to Don Masuda have nothing but excellent things to say. I have never met a more intelligent kind Lawyer ready to help you when you need help.

Criminal Law
Posted by anonymous
March 19, 2025
Hired Attorney

Easily the best Attorney in the state. Hands down the best. He knows what he’s doing and worth every penny. Knowledgeable, experienced, and a nice person who has changed many lives in need of help. The best.

Criminal Law
Posted by anonymous
March 19, 2025
Hired Attorney

Anyone can hide behind anonymous posting reviews. Obviously one lousy unhappy person. Don Masuda the best in Sacramento. 100% knowledgeable and knows his stuff. If you go to trial you only want the best representing you.

Criminal Law
Posted by anonymous
March 19, 2025
Hired Attorney

Professional responsive and Trustworthy attorney. The best in the nation. At every step of the process I was confident in the representation. 100% professional and compassionate. The negative reviewers on here are fake.

Criminal Law
Posted by anonymous
March 19, 2025
Hired Attorney

Professional responsive and Trustworthy attorney. The best in the nation. At every step of the process I was confident in the representation. 100% professional and compassionate. The negative reviewers on here are fake.

Criminal Law
Posted by anonymous
March 19, 2025
Hired Attorney

Professional responsive and Trustworthy attorney. The best in the nation. At every step of the process I was confident in the representation. 100% professional and compassionate. The negative reviewers on here are fake.

Criminal Law
Posted by anonymous
March 19, 2025
Hired Attorney

Professional responsive and Trustworthy attorney. The best in the nation. At every step of the process I was confident in the representation. 100% professional and compassionate. The negative reviewers on here are fake.

Criminal Law
Posted by anonymous
March 19, 2025
Hired Attorney

Professional responsive and Trustworthy attorney. The best in the nation. At every step of the process I was confident in the representation. 100% professional and compassionate. The negative reviewers on here are fake.

Criminal Law
Posted by anonymous
March 19, 2025
Hired Attorney

Professional responsive and Trustworthy attorney. The best in the nation. At every step of the process I was confident in the representation. 100% professional and compassionate. The negative reviewers on here are fake.

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Areas of Law

  • Criminal Law 1
    • Criminal Defense

Practice Details

  • Firm Information
    Position
    Member
    Firm Name
    Donald Masuda, Attorney at Law

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1980, California
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    Lincoln Law School
    JD - Juris Doctor
    Other Education
    Lincoln COL

    CA

    California St Univ Sacramento

    CA

Donald Masuda

Member at Donald Masuda, Attorney at Law
4.6
11 reviews

2214 21st St.Sacramento, CA 95818U.S.A.

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