team-member

Deanna Lopas

Vista, CA

N/A

Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

DUI and DWI

Language

English

About

As a criminal defense practitioner for the last 13 years, I have represented clients in all areas of criminal law, from the most complex cases involving homicide, sexual misconduct, and 3 strikes to common drug possession, driving under the influence, and traffic offenses. Prior to establishing LOPAS LAW, I spent a decade as a public defender, in California's Capitol city of Sacramento as well as El Dorado County, during which time I represented clients in high-stakes, high-profile litigation and defended thousands of adults and juveniles facing prosecution. In my career, I have successfully litigated 4th Amendment search and seizure violations, Miranda violations, Writs of Habeas Corpus, bail reductions, and Jury Trials in a multitude of misdemeanor and felony cases to verdict.My representation of each client is focused solely on achieving the best outcome for that particular client. I work diligently and aggressively to achieve each clients unique and tailored goals. I have negotiated thousands of pre-trial litigation resolutions and have proven to be a zealous, compassionate, and effective advocate in Preliminary hearing, Court Trial, Jury Trial, and post-conviction litigation.I have extensive experience representing juveniles accused of all manner of delinquency. As a juvenile law practitioner I have established myself as a tireless advocate for hundreds of youth accused of the most basic school misconduct to serious crimes such as rape and murder. During my time in El Dorado County, I was recognized for "changing the face of Juvenile Justice" through tireless advocacy, successful motion and trial practice, and reduction of the incarcerated youth population in the County by half. I enjoy trial practice, but understand that not every case or client is best served through court adjudication or verdicts. I work closely with my clients to reach efficient and positive resolutions and believe in the fragility and growth potential of every youth. ​

Practices Areas

Criminal Defense

DUI and DWI

Speeding and traffic ticket

Juvenile Law

Language

English

Contact

LOPAS LAW450 South Melrose DriveVista, CA, 92081

Office: N/A

Website: N/A

Reviews

anonymous
May 6, 2019

I highly recommend Deanna to anyone facing criminal charges. She is very experienced, reliable, responsive, and committed. After meeting with her and describing the situation, she told me exactly what we could do to solve my problem. I was nervous, but in court everything went exactly like she said, and I couldn't be happier about the end result. Hiring Mrs. Lopas was a great decision and saved me from huge fines and possible jail time. She was friendly and professional and I'm grateful.

anonymous
May 6, 2019

I recently consulted Deanna Lopas because an underage family member was arrested on sex crime charges. I was in a panic and did not know which way to turn. Deanna was very calming and told me exactly what to expect at the first couple court hearings. Deanna was absolutely correct. Thanks to Deanna I was able to keep my wits.

Kari
May 4, 2019

She answered my question, we went to court the next morning and everything was correct, + his licence was taken for a year. It gave me piece of mind to at least know what I was walking into. She knows what she is talking about. Quick responder on messages as well.

anonymous
May 6, 2019

I highly recommend Deanna to anyone facing criminal charges. She is very experienced, reliable, responsive, and committed. After meeting with her and describing the situation, she told me exactly what we could do to solve my problem. I was nervous, but in court everything went exactly like she said, and I couldn't be happier about the end result. Hiring Mrs. Lopas was a great decision and saved me from huge fines and possible jail time. She was friendly and professional and I'm grateful.

anonymous
May 6, 2019

I recently consulted Deanna Lopas because an underage family member was arrested on sex crime charges. I was in a panic and did not know which way to turn. Deanna was very calming and told me exactly what to expect at the first couple court hearings. Deanna was absolutely correct. Thanks to Deanna I was able to keep my wits.

Kari
May 4, 2019

She answered my question, we went to court the next morning and everything was correct, + his licence was taken for a year. It gave me piece of mind to at least know what I was walking into. She knows what she is talking about. Quick responder on messages as well.

anonymous
May 6, 2019

I highly recommend Deanna to anyone facing criminal charges. She is very experienced, reliable, responsive, and committed. After meeting with her and describing the situation, she told me exactly what we could do to solve my problem. I was nervous, but in court everything went exactly like she said, and I couldn't be happier about the end result. Hiring Mrs. Lopas was a great decision and saved me from huge fines and possible jail time. She was friendly and professional and I'm grateful.

anonymous
May 6, 2019

I recently consulted Deanna Lopas because an underage family member was arrested on sex crime charges. I was in a panic and did not know which way to turn. Deanna was very calming and told me exactly what to expect at the first couple court hearings. Deanna was absolutely correct. Thanks to Deanna I was able to keep my wits.

Kari
May 4, 2019

She answered my question, we went to court the next morning and everything was correct, + his licence was taken for a year. It gave me piece of mind to at least know what I was walking into. She knows what she is talking about. Quick responder on messages as well.

anonymous
May 6, 2019

I highly recommend Deanna to anyone facing criminal charges. She is very experienced, reliable, responsive, and committed. After meeting with her and describing the situation, she told me exactly what we could do to solve my problem. I was nervous, but in court everything went exactly like she said, and I couldn't be happier about the end result. Hiring Mrs. Lopas was a great decision and saved me from huge fines and possible jail time. She was friendly and professional and I'm grateful.

anonymous
May 6, 2019

I recently consulted Deanna Lopas because an underage family member was arrested on sex crime charges. I was in a panic and did not know which way to turn. Deanna was very calming and told me exactly what to expect at the first couple court hearings. Deanna was absolutely correct. Thanks to Deanna I was able to keep my wits.

Kari
May 4, 2019

She answered my question, we went to court the next morning and everything was correct, + his licence was taken for a year. It gave me piece of mind to at least know what I was walking into. She knows what she is talking about. Quick responder on messages as well.

anonymous
May 6, 2019

I highly recommend Deanna to anyone facing criminal charges. She is very experienced, reliable, responsive, and committed. After meeting with her and describing the situation, she told me exactly what we could do to solve my problem. I was nervous, but in court everything went exactly like she said, and I couldn't be happier about the end result. Hiring Mrs. Lopas was a great decision and saved me from huge fines and possible jail time. She was friendly and professional and I'm grateful.

anonymous
May 6, 2019

I recently consulted Deanna Lopas because an underage family member was arrested on sex crime charges. I was in a panic and did not know which way to turn. Deanna was very calming and told me exactly what to expect at the first couple court hearings. Deanna was absolutely correct. Thanks to Deanna I was able to keep my wits.

Kari
May 4, 2019

She answered my question, we went to court the next morning and everything was correct, + his licence was taken for a year. It gave me piece of mind to at least know what I was walking into. She knows what she is talking about. Quick responder on messages as well.

anonymous
May 6, 2019

I highly recommend Deanna to anyone facing criminal charges. She is very experienced, reliable, responsive, and committed. After meeting with her and describing the situation, she told me exactly what we could do to solve my problem. I was nervous, but in court everything went exactly like she said, and I couldn't be happier about the end result. Hiring Mrs. Lopas was a great decision and saved me from huge fines and possible jail time. She was friendly and professional and I'm grateful.

anonymous
May 6, 2019

I recently consulted Deanna Lopas because an underage family member was arrested on sex crime charges. I was in a panic and did not know which way to turn. Deanna was very calming and told me exactly what to expect at the first couple court hearings. Deanna was absolutely correct. Thanks to Deanna I was able to keep my wits.

Kari
May 4, 2019

She answered my question, we went to court the next morning and everything was correct, + his licence was taken for a year. It gave me piece of mind to at least know what I was walking into. She knows what she is talking about. Quick responder on messages as well.

anonymous
May 6, 2019

I highly recommend Deanna to anyone facing criminal charges. She is very experienced, reliable, responsive, and committed. After meeting with her and describing the situation, she told me exactly what we could do to solve my problem. I was nervous, but in court everything went exactly like she said, and I couldn't be happier about the end result. Hiring Mrs. Lopas was a great decision and saved me from huge fines and possible jail time. She was friendly and professional and I'm grateful.

anonymous
May 6, 2019

I recently consulted Deanna Lopas because an underage family member was arrested on sex crime charges. I was in a panic and did not know which way to turn. Deanna was very calming and told me exactly what to expect at the first couple court hearings. Deanna was absolutely correct. Thanks to Deanna I was able to keep my wits.

Kari
May 4, 2019

She answered my question, we went to court the next morning and everything was correct, + his licence was taken for a year. It gave me piece of mind to at least know what I was walking into. She knows what she is talking about. Quick responder on messages as well.

anonymous
May 6, 2019

I highly recommend Deanna to anyone facing criminal charges. She is very experienced, reliable, responsive, and committed. After meeting with her and describing the situation, she told me exactly what we could do to solve my problem. I was nervous, but in court everything went exactly like she said, and I couldn't be happier about the end result. Hiring Mrs. Lopas was a great decision and saved me from huge fines and possible jail time. She was friendly and professional and I'm grateful.

anonymous
May 6, 2019

I recently consulted Deanna Lopas because an underage family member was arrested on sex crime charges. I was in a panic and did not know which way to turn. Deanna was very calming and told me exactly what to expect at the first couple court hearings. Deanna was absolutely correct. Thanks to Deanna I was able to keep my wits.

Kari
May 4, 2019

She answered my question, we went to court the next morning and everything was correct, + his licence was taken for a year. It gave me piece of mind to at least know what I was walking into. She knows what she is talking about. Quick responder on messages as well.

anonymous
May 6, 2019

I highly recommend Deanna to anyone facing criminal charges. She is very experienced, reliable, responsive, and committed. After meeting with her and describing the situation, she told me exactly what we could do to solve my problem. I was nervous, but in court everything went exactly like she said, and I couldn't be happier about the end result. Hiring Mrs. Lopas was a great decision and saved me from huge fines and possible jail time. She was friendly and professional and I'm grateful.

anonymous
May 6, 2019

I recently consulted Deanna Lopas because an underage family member was arrested on sex crime charges. I was in a panic and did not know which way to turn. Deanna was very calming and told me exactly what to expect at the first couple court hearings. Deanna was absolutely correct. Thanks to Deanna I was able to keep my wits.

Kari
May 4, 2019

She answered my question, we went to court the next morning and everything was correct, + his licence was taken for a year. It gave me piece of mind to at least know what I was walking into. She knows what she is talking about. Quick responder on messages as well.

anonymous
May 6, 2019

I highly recommend Deanna to anyone facing criminal charges. She is very experienced, reliable, responsive, and committed. After meeting with her and describing the situation, she told me exactly what we could do to solve my problem. I was nervous, but in court everything went exactly like she said, and I couldn't be happier about the end result. Hiring Mrs. Lopas was a great decision and saved me from huge fines and possible jail time. She was friendly and professional and I'm grateful.

anonymous
May 6, 2019

I recently consulted Deanna Lopas because an underage family member was arrested on sex crime charges. I was in a panic and did not know which way to turn. Deanna was very calming and told me exactly what to expect at the first couple court hearings. Deanna was absolutely correct. Thanks to Deanna I was able to keep my wits.

Kari
May 4, 2019

She answered my question, we went to court the next morning and everything was correct, + his licence was taken for a year. It gave me piece of mind to at least know what I was walking into. She knows what she is talking about. Quick responder on messages as well.

anonymous
May 6, 2019

I highly recommend Deanna to anyone facing criminal charges. She is very experienced, reliable, responsive, and committed. After meeting with her and describing the situation, she told me exactly what we could do to solve my problem. I was nervous, but in court everything went exactly like she said, and I couldn't be happier about the end result. Hiring Mrs. Lopas was a great decision and saved me from huge fines and possible jail time. She was friendly and professional and I'm grateful.

anonymous
May 6, 2019

I recently consulted Deanna Lopas because an underage family member was arrested on sex crime charges. I was in a panic and did not know which way to turn. Deanna was very calming and told me exactly what to expect at the first couple court hearings. Deanna was absolutely correct. Thanks to Deanna I was able to keep my wits.

Kari
May 4, 2019

She answered my question, we went to court the next morning and everything was correct, + his licence was taken for a year. It gave me piece of mind to at least know what I was walking into. She knows what she is talking about. Quick responder on messages as well.

anonymous
May 6, 2019

I highly recommend Deanna to anyone facing criminal charges. She is very experienced, reliable, responsive, and committed. After meeting with her and describing the situation, she told me exactly what we could do to solve my problem. I was nervous, but in court everything went exactly like she said, and I couldn't be happier about the end result. Hiring Mrs. Lopas was a great decision and saved me from huge fines and possible jail time. She was friendly and professional and I'm grateful.

anonymous
May 6, 2019

I recently consulted Deanna Lopas because an underage family member was arrested on sex crime charges. I was in a panic and did not know which way to turn. Deanna was very calming and told me exactly what to expect at the first couple court hearings. Deanna was absolutely correct. Thanks to Deanna I was able to keep my wits.

Kari
May 4, 2019

She answered my question, we went to court the next morning and everything was correct, + his licence was taken for a year. It gave me piece of mind to at least know what I was walking into. She knows what she is talking about. Quick responder on messages as well.

anonymous
May 6, 2019

I highly recommend Deanna to anyone facing criminal charges. She is very experienced, reliable, responsive, and committed. After meeting with her and describing the situation, she told me exactly what we could do to solve my problem. I was nervous, but in court everything went exactly like she said, and I couldn't be happier about the end result. Hiring Mrs. Lopas was a great decision and saved me from huge fines and possible jail time. She was friendly and professional and I'm grateful.

anonymous
May 6, 2019

I recently consulted Deanna Lopas because an underage family member was arrested on sex crime charges. I was in a panic and did not know which way to turn. Deanna was very calming and told me exactly what to expect at the first couple court hearings. Deanna was absolutely correct. Thanks to Deanna I was able to keep my wits.

Kari
May 4, 2019

She answered my question, we went to court the next morning and everything was correct, + his licence was taken for a year. It gave me piece of mind to at least know what I was walking into. She knows what she is talking about. Quick responder on messages as well.

anonymous
May 6, 2019

I highly recommend Deanna to anyone facing criminal charges. She is very experienced, reliable, responsive, and committed. After meeting with her and describing the situation, she told me exactly what we could do to solve my problem. I was nervous, but in court everything went exactly like she said, and I couldn't be happier about the end result. Hiring Mrs. Lopas was a great decision and saved me from huge fines and possible jail time. She was friendly and professional and I'm grateful.

anonymous
May 6, 2019

I recently consulted Deanna Lopas because an underage family member was arrested on sex crime charges. I was in a panic and did not know which way to turn. Deanna was very calming and told me exactly what to expect at the first couple court hearings. Deanna was absolutely correct. Thanks to Deanna I was able to keep my wits.

Kari
May 4, 2019

She answered my question, we went to court the next morning and everything was correct, + his licence was taken for a year. It gave me piece of mind to at least know what I was walking into. She knows what she is talking about. Quick responder on messages as well.

anonymous
May 6, 2019

I highly recommend Deanna to anyone facing criminal charges. She is very experienced, reliable, responsive, and committed. After meeting with her and describing the situation, she told me exactly what we could do to solve my problem. I was nervous, but in court everything went exactly like she said, and I couldn't be happier about the end result. Hiring Mrs. Lopas was a great decision and saved me from huge fines and possible jail time. She was friendly and professional and I'm grateful.

anonymous
May 6, 2019

I recently consulted Deanna Lopas because an underage family member was arrested on sex crime charges. I was in a panic and did not know which way to turn. Deanna was very calming and told me exactly what to expect at the first couple court hearings. Deanna was absolutely correct. Thanks to Deanna I was able to keep my wits.

Kari
May 4, 2019

She answered my question, we went to court the next morning and everything was correct, + his licence was taken for a year. It gave me piece of mind to at least know what I was walking into. She knows what she is talking about. Quick responder on messages as well.

anonymous
May 6, 2019

I highly recommend Deanna to anyone facing criminal charges. She is very experienced, reliable, responsive, and committed. After meeting with her and describing the situation, she told me exactly what we could do to solve my problem. I was nervous, but in court everything went exactly like she said, and I couldn't be happier about the end result. Hiring Mrs. Lopas was a great decision and saved me from huge fines and possible jail time. She was friendly and professional and I'm grateful.

anonymous
May 6, 2019

I recently consulted Deanna Lopas because an underage family member was arrested on sex crime charges. I was in a panic and did not know which way to turn. Deanna was very calming and told me exactly what to expect at the first couple court hearings. Deanna was absolutely correct. Thanks to Deanna I was able to keep my wits.

Kari
May 4, 2019

She answered my question, we went to court the next morning and everything was correct, + his licence was taken for a year. It gave me piece of mind to at least know what I was walking into. She knows what she is talking about. Quick responder on messages as well.

anonymous
May 6, 2019

I highly recommend Deanna to anyone facing criminal charges. She is very experienced, reliable, responsive, and committed. After meeting with her and describing the situation, she told me exactly what we could do to solve my problem. I was nervous, but in court everything went exactly like she said, and I couldn't be happier about the end result. Hiring Mrs. Lopas was a great decision and saved me from huge fines and possible jail time. She was friendly and professional and I'm grateful.

anonymous
May 6, 2019

I recently consulted Deanna Lopas because an underage family member was arrested on sex crime charges. I was in a panic and did not know which way to turn. Deanna was very calming and told me exactly what to expect at the first couple court hearings. Deanna was absolutely correct. Thanks to Deanna I was able to keep my wits.

Kari
May 4, 2019

She answered my question, we went to court the next morning and everything was correct, + his licence was taken for a year. It gave me piece of mind to at least know what I was walking into. She knows what she is talking about. Quick responder on messages as well.

anonymous
May 6, 2019

I highly recommend Deanna to anyone facing criminal charges. She is very experienced, reliable, responsive, and committed. After meeting with her and describing the situation, she told me exactly what we could do to solve my problem. I was nervous, but in court everything went exactly like she said, and I couldn't be happier about the end result. Hiring Mrs. Lopas was a great decision and saved me from huge fines and possible jail time. She was friendly and professional and I'm grateful.

anonymous
May 6, 2019

I recently consulted Deanna Lopas because an underage family member was arrested on sex crime charges. I was in a panic and did not know which way to turn. Deanna was very calming and told me exactly what to expect at the first couple court hearings. Deanna was absolutely correct. Thanks to Deanna I was able to keep my wits.

Kari
May 4, 2019

She answered my question, we went to court the next morning and everything was correct, + his licence was taken for a year. It gave me piece of mind to at least know what I was walking into. She knows what she is talking about. Quick responder on messages as well.

anonymous
May 6, 2019

I highly recommend Deanna to anyone facing criminal charges. She is very experienced, reliable, responsive, and committed. After meeting with her and describing the situation, she told me exactly what we could do to solve my problem. I was nervous, but in court everything went exactly like she said, and I couldn't be happier about the end result. Hiring Mrs. Lopas was a great decision and saved me from huge fines and possible jail time. She was friendly and professional and I'm grateful.

anonymous
May 6, 2019

I recently consulted Deanna Lopas because an underage family member was arrested on sex crime charges. I was in a panic and did not know which way to turn. Deanna was very calming and told me exactly what to expect at the first couple court hearings. Deanna was absolutely correct. Thanks to Deanna I was able to keep my wits.

Kari
May 4, 2019

She answered my question, we went to court the next morning and everything was correct, + his licence was taken for a year. It gave me piece of mind to at least know what I was walking into. She knows what she is talking about. Quick responder on messages as well.

anonymous
May 6, 2019

I highly recommend Deanna to anyone facing criminal charges. She is very experienced, reliable, responsive, and committed. After meeting with her and describing the situation, she told me exactly what we could do to solve my problem. I was nervous, but in court everything went exactly like she said, and I couldn't be happier about the end result. Hiring Mrs. Lopas was a great decision and saved me from huge fines and possible jail time. She was friendly and professional and I'm grateful.

anonymous
May 6, 2019

I recently consulted Deanna Lopas because an underage family member was arrested on sex crime charges. I was in a panic and did not know which way to turn. Deanna was very calming and told me exactly what to expect at the first couple court hearings. Deanna was absolutely correct. Thanks to Deanna I was able to keep my wits.

Kari
May 4, 2019

She answered my question, we went to court the next morning and everything was correct, + his licence was taken for a year. It gave me piece of mind to at least know what I was walking into. She knows what she is talking about. Quick responder on messages as well.