Mazarin A Vakharia, Criminal Defense Attorney in San Jose, California

Mazarin concentrates on criminal defense, environmental, government, real estate, and zoning. Each area below outlines the kind of case Mazarin handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Criminal Defense

  View other Criminal Defense attorneys

• Environmental

  View other Environmental attorneys

• Government

  View other Government attorneys

• Real Estate

  View other Real Estate attorneys

• Zoning

  View other Zoning attorneys

Mazarin's primary office is at 1131 Park Avenue, San Jose, CA, 95126. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Working with a new criminal defense attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Mazarin usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Mazarin discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in criminal defense practice — ask which fits.

• How much does it cost to hire Mazarin for a criminal defense case?

  Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Mazarin walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

• Does Mazarin offer a free consultation?

  Mazarin charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mazarin's office. Some criminal defense attorneys offer free consults — check Mazarin's current terms during booking.

• How long do criminal defense cases in California typically take?

  Simple criminal defense matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Mazarin gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Mazarin take my case if I'm outside San Jose?

  Mazarin is licensed in California. Matters governed by California law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Mazarin will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

• What should I bring to my first meeting with Mazarin?

  Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Mazarin will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Mazarin accepting new criminal defense clients right now?

  Mazarin's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.