I am a criminal defense attorney who helps adults accused of crimes in San Luis Obispo County protect themselves and their futures. My practice is exclusive to San Luis Obispo County and exclusive to criminal defense representation. My knowledge of local criminal law practices brings you benefits that can make the difference in getting the results you want.
My time is devoted to fully understanding your concerns, your insights about the case, and to developing a personalized, tailored and creative solution best able to accomplish your hopes for a best-case outcome. In 2017, I was honored by being selected as an attorney “Rising Star” by the Women Lawyers Association of San Luis Obispo County. In 2019, I was selected and served as the President of the Women Lawyers Association of San Luis Obispo County. Providing total attention to your needs sets me apart as the posted reviews make clear.
At the Stein-Conaway Law Firm, P.C., we will use our 50+ total firm-wide years of battle-tested criminal defense experience to provide our clients with strong, committed, and compassionate legal representation.
To deal successfully with the challenges you face, we connect, one-on-one, exploring the details and gaining insights to those approaches that fit you and benefit your individual situation. We aim to provide the strongest defense possible, reviewing every avenue for your defense, and educating you to understand your situation and your options.
ACT BEFORE YOU GET CHARGED--PRE-FILING REPRESENTATION
-When an investigation or arrest creates risk of criminal charges being filed by the District Attorney's Office, you have an important opportunity to avoid being charged by thoughtful and timely pre-filing representation. With some cases, this early intervention can avoid having to go to court or be charged with a crime, even if you were arrested.
SEX OFFENDER REGISTRATION CAN BE ENDED
- Even though it has been called "lifetime registration", approaches have existed to legally end the duty to register. Now, reform laws going into effect soon will allow many people who are now required to register to legally end that obligation
- Assistance to evaluate your right to terminating sex-offender registration and the requirements to succeed in ending the obligation to register are things we have deep experience at accomplishing. The only way to make an evaluation is to have a private consultation with an experienced lawyer, knowledgeable in this specialized are of practice.
- Other crimes charged in the San Luis Obispo Superior Court
Stein-Conaway Law Firm, P.C. represents many people from outside the San Luis Obispo area who run into legal difficulty while vacationing at the many recreational spots the Central Coast offers. In most misdemeanor cases, we can represent you without you ever needing to appear in court.
Kara Beth Stein-Conaway, a dedicated criminal lawyer in San Luis Obispo, is committed to protecting clients and defending their rights.
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1045 Mill Street, San Luis Obispo, California