Barna de, Criminal Defense Attorney in East Palo Alto, California

Barna concentrates on criminal defense, general, health care, ip, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Barna handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Criminal Defense

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• General

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Barna's primary office is at 1900 University Ave., 6th Fl., East Palo Alto, CA, 94303-2284. 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 Barna usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Barna 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 Barna for a criminal defense case?

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

• Does Barna offer a free consultation?

  Barna charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Barna's office. Some criminal defense attorneys offer free consults — check Barna'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. Barna gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Barna take my case if I'm outside East Palo Alto?

  Barna 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 — Barna 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 Barna?

  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. Barna will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Barna accepting new criminal defense clients right now?

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