About Andrea Ada
Andrea Ada Rathburn is a licensed attorney admitted to practice law in the State of California. She was admitted to the California State Bar in 1997. Her license is currently in active status. Ms. Rathburn is a certified Criminal Law Specialist and practices at the Public Defender's Office in San Francisco, California, serving clients throughout the Bay Area.
Ms. Rathburn earned her Juris Doctor degree from Boston University School of Law, graduating in 1996. Prior to law school, she completed her undergraduate education at the University of California, San Diego, receiving a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science in 1993. During her time at Boston University, she was involved in the Criminal Law Society and participated in the school's legal clinic, providing pro bono services to underserved communities.
Ms. Rathburn concentrates her practice in criminal defense, representing individuals charged with a wide range of offenses, including drug-related crimes, theft, assault, and white-collar offenses. She handles cases at all stages of the legal process, from pre-trial motions and negotiations to trial proceedings and appeals. Her extensive experience in the courtroom has equipped her with a deep understanding of criminal law and procedure.
Throughout her career, Ms. Rathburn has appeared before various courts, including the Superior Court of California for the County of San Francisco, the United States District Court for the Northern District of California, and the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. She has been practicing law for over twenty-eight years, dedicating her career to defending the rights of individuals within the criminal justice system.
Ms. Rathburn is an active member of the California Public Defenders Association and the San Francisco Criminal Defense Bar. She has served on the board of directors for the San Francisco Bar Association and is a frequent speaker at continuing legal education seminars on criminal defense topics. Ms. Rathburn is fluent in Spanish, allowing her to effectively communicate with a diverse clientele in the San Francisco area.
