Jessica C. McElfresh

McElfresh Law, Inc.

10+ Years of Experience

I’m an experienced San Diego criminal defense lawyer who works diligently to achieve the best possible outcome for clients. I help people who have been charged with crimes or are being investigated for them. Whether you are facing penalties for drug crimes, marijuana charges, arson, or violent crimes, I can help. Prior to starting my practice, I gained valuable experience in reviewing search and seizure motions. Many times people are wrongfully charged due to improperly obtained evidence, and that’s where I can help. In addition to criminal defense, I’m also actively involved with narcotics policy and reform. I represent several San Diego medical marijuana dispensaries and collectives and ensure that their rights are protected during the administrative process of opening a legal clinic.

Criminal Law
Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
DUI & DWI
Municipal Law

Fees
  • Free Consultation
  • Credit Cards Accepted
California
Since 2009
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Languages

  • English:
    Spoken, Written
  • Spanish:
    Spoken, Written

Attorney at Law & Managing Partner
McElfresh Law, Inc.
2011 –

Current

Associate Attorney
Lake APC
2010 –

2011

Contract Attorney
Casa Cornelia Law Center
2009 –

2010

Certified Legal Intern
Office of the District Attorney of San Diego County
2008 –

2009

Intern
San Diego City Attorney’s Office
2007 –

2007

University of San Diego School of Law
J.D. (2009) | Law
2006


2009

Honors: Recognition Award, Casa Cornelia Law Center; Outstanding Criminal Clinic Intern, University of San Diego School of Law
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Claremont Consortium of Colleges – Scripps College
B.A. (2005) | Hispanic Studies
2001


2005

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10 Best
American Institute of Legal Counsel
2015
Recognition Award
Casa Cornelia Law Center
2010
Top 40 Under 40
The National Trial Lawyers
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, Criminal Defense
The National Trial Lawyers
State Bar of California

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Member
Current
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National Cannabis Industry Association

Member
2014 –
Current
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California Cannabis Industry Association

Member
2014 –
Current
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California Attorneys for Criminal Justice

Member
2012 –
Current
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Criminal Defense Bar Association of San Diego

Member
2012 –
Current
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NORML Women’s Alliance

Community Director
2012 –
Current
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Louis M. Welsh American Inn of Court

Member
2010 –
Current
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NORML Legal Committee

Member
2010 –
Current
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Lawyers Club of San Diego

Member
2009 –
Current
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San Diego County Bar Association

Member
2009 –
Current
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National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member
2009 –
Current
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Criminal Defense Lawyers Association of San Diego

Member
2009 –
Current
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Websites & Blogs

Website
McElfresh Law
Blog
Legal Blog

McElfresh Law, Inc.
531 Encinitas Blvd
Ste 111
Encinitas, CA 92024-3782
US
Toll-Free: (858) 756-7107
Fax: (868) 225-6700