About Stephanie Margaret Rickard

I am a criminal defense attorney. I began in the Santa Clara County district attorney’s office first as an intern in the Investigation bureau as an intern and then as a deputy district attorney. While there I had many trials before several different Judges. I went on to start my own criminal defense firm in 1990 where I continued my trial work and Pretrial resolution of criminal cases. I have acquitted clients in trial and have learned how to use that experience to get cases dismissed prior to trial when there is an acquittal possible. I am also very skilled at providing mitigation to the District Attorney to get the best result.

 

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Criminal Law
Posted by Amir
March 18, 2025
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I cannot recommend Stephanie Rickard enough! From the moment I reached out to her, she has been nothing short of amazing. Her knowledge and expertise in criminal defense are truly impressive, but what really sets her apart is her genuine care for her clients. Stephanie is incredibly responsive—she answered my calls and texts even when she was on vacation, late at night, or early in the morning. That level of dedication provided me with peace of mind during a very stressful time. When she represents you in court, you immediately feel that you are in great hands. It's clear that everyone in the courthouse respects Stephanie; she commands attention and has great competition but remains honest and straightforward in her approach. If you find yourself in a situation where you need legal help and are reading this review, look no further—Stephanie is exactly who you need.

 
Traffic Violations
Posted by Matthew
December 09, 2024
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I had the pleasure of being represented by Stephanie M. Rickard, and I can’t say enough about how outstanding my experience was. From the beginning, I was impressed with how knowledgeable, professional, and kind the entire team was. Mr. Perez of her staff was incredibly welcoming and went above and beyond to ensure that I understood every step of the process. Stephanie Rickard is not only an expert in her field, but also genuinely cared about my situation, offering insightful guidance that made me feel confident and supported. What stood out the most was her office's quick response time. No matter what time of day, I always received prompt replies to my questions, which made the entire experience stress-free. If you’re looking for a law firm that combines expertise with exceptional customer care, look no further. I highly recommend Ms. Rickard for anyone seeking legal assistance in Criminal Defense. They truly exceeded my expectations in every way.

 
Criminal Law
Posted by anonymous
January 21, 2016
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Attorney Stephanie Rickard is not only an incredible attorney, but she does her job with compassion, and empathy for her clients! How rare this is in today's world, let alone in the legal profession! I'm so grateful to you Stephanie for helping me, thank you!

Criminal Law
Posted by anonymous
March 29, 2015
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Stephanie was an awesome attorney. I have never been in trouble with the law until my recent DUI. After a consultation with Stephanie I knew she was the attorney for me. She answered all my questions and explained all the legal stuff to me very well. When my case was finished she called me right away and advised me out of the outcome. I have to say, I was expecting the outcome to be so much worse, but thanks to Stephanie it was not. I highly recommend her services!!!!

 
Criminal Law
Posted by anonymous
September 04, 2012
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I was very depressed when i got second DUI with high BAC. After talking to Stephanie i felt that she is the right lawyer for me. Truly i am fortunate to have Stephanie to handle my case.{para}she handled case very professionally. she returned all my phone calls and discussed the case in timely manner. she was able to reduce the charges and outcome was GREAT. She was able to keep me out of jail and very less charges.

 

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Areas of Law

  • Criminal Law 4
    • Drug Crimes
    • DUI/DWI
    • Parole and Probation
    • Traffic Violations
  • White Collar Crime
  • Domestic Violence
  • Personal Injury 1
    • Sexual Abuse
  • Other 2
    • Juvenile Crimes
    • Automobile Accidents and Injuries

Practice Details

  • Languages
    Spanish
  • Payment Information
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    Free initial consultation
    Fixed fees available
    Open 24 Hours
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  • Firm Information
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    Firm Name
    Stephanie M. Rickard APC
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Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1988, California
    Memberships
    Santa Clara County Bar Association
    State Bar of California
    American Bar Association
    National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
    California Attorneys for Criminal Justice
    Northern California Deuce Defenders
    National League Aid and Defenders Association.
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    University of Santa Clara
    Class of 1988
    J.D.
    Other Education
    San Jose State University
    Class of 1985
    B.A.

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1625 The Alameda, Suite 801San Jose, CA 95126-2311U.S.A.

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