My Results Speak For Themselves

At the Law Office of Nic Cocis, we’ve helped countless individuals achieve positive outcomes in their case. We understand that facing a criminal charge can be overwhelming. That’s why we’re committed to providing personalized legal representation and support throughout the entire process.

Sentence Reduced

Federal Bank Burglary Case Worth as Much as $6 Million

Law enforcement alleged that our client disabled the bank’s alarm systems, cut through reinforced concrete, and accessed cash from the vault and safe deposit boxes. Reports also linked our client to a burglary ring that allegedly stole up to $10 million in cash and jewelry from jewelry stores. Despite these serious allegations, our client received a sentence of just 3 years and 1 month in federal prison—avoiding a potential 25-year sentence.
(Click to read Los Angeles Times and CBS News articles about the case.)

Avoided Registration as Sex-Offender

High-School Basketball Coach Accused of Sex Crimes With Student

We successfully negotiated a reduction of the offense to one that did not require sex offender registration.

Felony Charges Dismissed

Off-Duty Sheriff’s Deputy Charged with Felony Assault with Deadly Weapon

After investigating the incident, we uncovered critical details that led us to convince the prosecutor to dismiss all felony counts. As a result, the Deputy only plead guilty to misdemeanor offenses thus saving his job and preserving his career.

Sentence Reduced

DEA Wiretap Case: 5 Pounds of Meth Charge Reduced to House Arrest

Our client faced serious charges after DEA phone surveillance led to her arrest for transporting 5 pounds of methamphetamine. The prosecutor initially pushed for a lengthy prison sentence.

We challenged the legality of the wiretap warrant that authorized intercepting our client’s calls. This approach changed everything. Instead of years in prison, we negotiated a dramatically reduced sentence of just 180 days of house arrest.
(For a background story regarding the DEA’s wiretap operation, click to read a USA Today news article)

Felonies Dismissed

Registered Nurse Was Married to Captain in Armed Forces, Whose Security Clearance and Career Were at Stake

We successfully negotiated a dismissal of all felony drug and theft charges, securing a plea to a misdemeanor with probation and drug treatment. This resolution not only safeguarded the Nurse’s professional license but also protected the Captain’s military career.

Charges Reduced

Felony Commercial Bribery of Casino Manager

We successfully negotiated a misdemeanor charge of “accessory after the fact”, preserving our client’s ability to continue working in the competitive world of casino gaming.

Case Dismissed

Off-Duty CHP Officer Arrested For Lewd Act & Sexual Battery On Teenage Neighbor

The case proceeded to a jury trial, which ended in a hung jury. Ultimately, the prosecutor dismissed the charges.

Case Dismissed

Felony Domestic Violence Case Filed Against Member of Armed Forces

Case was dismissed after we presented solid evidence that the wife had a history of such false accusations.

Client Found Not Guilty

Church Pastor Arrested for “Demonstrating”at DMV

We convinced the judge to dismiss the case mid-trial due to insufficient evidence presented by the DA’s Office.
But we didn’t stop there. We filed a lawsuit for wrongful arrest, and the Court of Appeal ruled in our favor. They found that the police officer’s report did not match the video footage of the incident, revealing that he had lied to justify the arrest.
(Click here to read The Patch and Fox News articles about the case.)

Sentence Reduced

Possession of $500,000 in Cash With Intent to Purchase Kilos of Cocaine

Our client and others arranged the purchase of approximately $500,000 worth of cocaine from an individual. That individual was an undercover police officer. Our client was arrested and the cash was confiscated — Saved 8 years of state prison.

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