65/100LFR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 35 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
DUI And DWI Lawyers in Orinda, CA: 2026 rankings
13 DUI and DWI lawyers ranked by LFR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Highest LFR Score in Orinda: Virtuoso Criminal and DUI Lawyers, LFR Score 65/100; 4.9★ from 35 Google reviews; open 24/7.
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Open 24 hours (per Google): Law Office of Mark Blair | Bay Area DUI Law, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 13.
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Most-reviewed: Law Office of Mark Blair | Bay Area DUI Law, 27 Google reviews at 4.7★, the most of 13 ranked after Virtuoso Criminal and DUI Lawyers; ranked #2.
Rankings can't be bought. Lawyers can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
13 Orinda DUI and DWI lawyers are ranked here by LFR Score, from nine published factors. 10 are open 24/7, 11 open Saturdays and 11 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 13 rated law firms.
Top 10 DUI and DWI lawyers in Orinda at a glance
Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.
| Rank | Business | LFR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Notable for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Virtuoso Criminal and DUI Lawyers | 65 | 4.9★ (35) | Hayward, 15 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | Top score |
| 2 | Law Office of Mark Blair | Bay Area DUI Law | 64 | 4.7★ (27) | Hayward, 16 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | Open 24 hours, Most reviews |
| 3 | Oakland DUI Attorneys | 64 | 5.0★ (13) | Oakland, 8 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 4 | AMIN LAW DUI Attorneys | 62 | 5.0★ (19) | San Mateo, 23 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 5 | Compass Counsel, PC - Napa DUI Lawyer | 61 | 5.0★ (21) | Napa, 30 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 6 | Virtuoso Criminal and DUI Lawyers | 60 | 4.5★ (8) | San Francisco, 14 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 7 | Virtuoso Criminal and DUI Lawyers | 60 | 5.0★ (4) | Oakland, 8 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 8 | DUI Lawyer | Joel Brand, Esq. | 59 | 5.0★ (5) | San Francisco, 14 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 9 | Eloy I. Trujillo, DUI Lawyer | 59 | 4.3★ (6) | San Francisco, 15 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 10 | The San Francisco DUI Experts | 58 | 5.0★ (5) | San Francisco, 13 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
All 13 DUI and DWI lawyers in Orinda, in rank order
Ordered by LFR Score, a 0–100 score from nine published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.
Scores below: based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.
Based in Hayward, 16 mi away
64/100LFR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 27 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based in Oakland, 8 mi away
64/100LFR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based in San Mateo, 23 mi away
62/100LFR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 19 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based in Napa, 30 mi away
61/100LFR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 21 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based in San Francisco, 14 mi away
60/100LFR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.5★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based in Oakland, 8 mi away
60/100LFR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based in San Francisco, 14 mi away
59/100LFR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based in San Francisco, 15 mi away
59/100LFR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Trial attorney”.
Based in San Francisco, 13 mi away
58/100LFR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based in Fairfield, 29 mi away
58/100LFR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 9 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Insurance attorney”.
Based in Berkeley, 5 mi away
57/100LFR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Immigration attorney”.
Based in Walnut Creek, 7 mi away
57/100LFR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Also serving Orinda
18 more DUI and DWI lawyers within 30 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a practice area we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.
| Business | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| ABOGADO DUI | 4.5★ (2) | 7 mi |
| Alameda DUI | 7 mi | |
| Andy Gillin | 5.0★ (2) | In Orinda |
| Burrey Law Group, Inc. | 4.8★ (21) | In Orinda |
| DUI Lawyer San Francisco | 30 mi | |
| Eloy I. Trujillo, DUI Lawyer | 19 mi | |
| Law Office of P. Randall Noah | 4.7★ (3) | In Orinda |
| Napa DUI Defenders | 5.0★ (1) | 30 mi |
| Panah Law Firm | 4.7★ (15) | In Orinda |
| Ramsey Law Group, a professional corporation | 3.7★ (3) | In Orinda |
| San Francisco DUI Lawyer Sam Salhab | 13 mi | |
| San Mateo DUI Attorney Michael Rehm | 23 mi | |
| Sances Law | 4.4★ (7) | In Orinda |
| Susan Kang Gordon, A Professional Law Corporation | 4.9★ (51) | In Orinda |
| Sutter Law, P.C. | 4.8★ (23) | In Orinda |
| The Law Office of Nors Davidson Marin County DUI Attorney | 5.0★ (2) | 22 mi |
| Uriarte & Carr, LLP | 4.7★ (10) | In Orinda |
| Victoria R Smith Law Offices | 5.0★ (5) | In Orinda |
How we ranked Orinda DUI and DWI lawyers
We scored 13 Orinda DUI and DWI lawyers on nine factors, weighted as shown. A law firm is ranked when its practice area is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.
Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Attorney advertising businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Orinda data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 25% | Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back it | Measured |
| Bar status | 10% | An active bar or law society record matched to a lawyer at the firm (not measured until a record source is loaded) | Not yet collected |
| Review volume | 10% | Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed firm on the list | Measured |
| Recency | 10% | Share of reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 5% | Weekly office hours, Saturday, Sunday, and phones answered 24/7 | Measured |
| Practice focus | 15% | How clearly the firm practises this area (its Google category and name) | Measured |
| Proximity | 5% | An office in the city scores highest, less the farther away it is | Measured |
| Claimed profile | 10% | The firm has claimed its Law Firms Ranked profile (free and paid earn the same) | Measured |
| Law Firms Ranked reviews | 10% | Verified client reviews collected by Law Firms Ranked: their rating and how many there are | Measured |
How to choose a DUI lawyer
- Check the lawyer’s status and any public discipline in the state bar or law society directory.
- Ask how many DUI and DWI defense matters the lawyer handles each year, and who at the firm will do the work.
- Get the fee arrangement in writing: hourly, flat or contingency, and which costs are charged on top.
- Ask how and how often the firm will update you, and how fast it answers calls and emails.
- Read recent reviews for how the firm communicated and billed, not only for outcomes.
- Ask whether the fee includes the license suspension hearing as well as the criminal case.
- Meet more than one firm; many offer a short first consultation, sometimes free.
Questions to ask a DUI lawyer
- How would you approach a matter like mine, and what are the realistic options?
- How do you charge, and what will the total likely cost?
- Who will be my main contact, and how quickly do you reply?
- Does your fee include the license hearing?
- What happens to my license while the case is open?
- Is there any conflict of interest that would stop you representing me?
Terms explained
- Contingency fee
- A fee that is a share of the money recovered, paid only if there is a recovery. Common in injury cases; not allowed for criminal defense or for securing a divorce.
- Retainer
- Money paid up front and held in a trust account, which the lawyer draws on as fees are earned.
- Flat fee
- One set price for a defined piece of work, such as a will or an uncontested matter.
- Limited-scope representation
- Paying a lawyer for part of a matter only, such as reviewing documents or coaching for one hearing (also called unbundled services).
- Statute of limitations
- The deadline to file a lawsuit or charge. It differs by state or province and by type of claim.
- Good standing
- A lawyer’s status as active and eligible to practise with a state bar or law society.
- Law society
- The body that licenses and disciplines lawyers in a Canadian province or territory.
- Board certification
- Recognition in a field of law by a state program or an organisation accredited for that purpose. Lawyers may only claim it when they hold it, naming the certifying body.
- Attorney–client privilege
- The rule that keeps confidential communications between a client and lawyer, made for legal advice, out of court.
- Conflict check
- The search a firm runs before taking a matter to make sure it does not represent someone on the other side.
- Pro bono
- Legal work done for free, usually for people who cannot afford a lawyer.
- Legal aid
- Publicly funded legal help for people with low incomes, through legal aid offices, public defenders or provincial legal aid plans.
DUI and DWI lawyers in Orinda: frequently asked questions
Which DUI lawyer has the highest LFR Score in Orinda?
By LFR Score, the highest-ranked DUI lawyer in Orinda, CA is Virtuoso Criminal and DUI Lawyers with an LFR Score of 65/100. It has 4.9★ from 35 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Law Office of Mark Blair | Bay Area DUI Law (#2) and Oakland DUI Attorneys (#3) follow. We ranked 13 DUI and DWI lawyers on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.
How many DUI and DWI lawyers are there in Orinda?
LawFirmsRanked ranks 13 DUI and DWI lawyers serving Orinda, CA. Another 18 within 30 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.
Which DUI and DWI lawyers in Orinda are open 24/7?
10 ranked DUI and DWI lawyers in Orinda post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Virtuoso Criminal and DUI Lawyers (#1), Law Office of Mark Blair | Bay Area DUI Law (#2) and Oakland DUI Attorneys (#3). Hours come from each law firm's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.
Which DUI and DWI lawyers in Orinda work on weekends?
11 of 13 ranked DUI and DWI lawyers post Saturday hours and 11 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Virtuoso Criminal and DUI Lawyers (#1), Law Office of Mark Blair | Bay Area DUI Law (#2) and Oakland DUI Attorneys (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many firms meet clients by appointment outside them.
What Google rating do Orinda DUI and DWI lawyers have?
The median Google rating among 13 rated DUI and DWI lawyers in Orinda is 5.0★, with a median of 8 reviews. Virtuoso Criminal and DUI Lawyers has the most, 35 reviews, and ranks #1. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.
How does LawFirmsRanked rank DUI and DWI lawyers?
Each DUI lawyer gets a 0–100 LFR Score from nine published factors, led by reputation (25%), practice focus (15%), review volume (10%) and recency (10%). A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only law firms with a confirmed practice area and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.
Do DUI and DWI lawyers outside Orinda count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 30 mi of the Orinda city center, our service radius for DUI and DWI lawyers. Each listing shows where the law firm is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the LFR Score, so a nearby law firm gets a small edge.
Can DUI and DWI lawyers pay to rank higher on LawFirmsRanked?
No. The LFR Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured law firms may appear above the list, labelled Attorney advertising and showing their honest rank.
How do DUI and DWI lawyers in Orinda, CA charge?
DUI lawyers usually charge a flat fee for the criminal case, sometimes with a separate fee for the license hearing or a trial. Contingency fees are not allowed in criminal cases. Ask for the fee arrangement in writing before you agree.
Is there a deadline after a DUI or DWI arrest?
Often, yes. Many states suspend your license separately from the criminal case and give you only days to ask for a hearing: 10 days in California and 15 days in Texas, for example. Check the papers you were given. This is general information, not legal advice.
How is this list of DUI and DWI lawyers in Orinda, CA ranked?
By LFR Score only, from public data on reviews, practice focus, office location and hours. Firms labelled “Attorney advertising” paid for that placement; payment never changes a rank, and a rank is not an endorsement.
Does a lawyer need an office in Orinda?
No, but the lawyer must be licensed in your state (or, for federal matters such as immigration, in some state). A local office makes meetings and court appearances easier, so proximity is one of our factors.
Update log for Orinda
- November 2026: LFR Scores recalculated for 13 DUI and DWI lawyers serving Orinda.
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