About Charles Frederick

Charles Frederick Magill is a licensed attorney in California, admitted to the State Bar in 1989 under license number 144187. His license is currently in inactive status due to suspension, with a pending felony charge in Fresno County Superior Court, Case number F22909024. He is the owner of Magill & Guzman Magill, A Professional Corporation, located at 1060 Fulton Street, Suite 806, Fresno, CA 93721. The firm specializes in criminal defense, including DUI, DWI, traffic tickets, and white-collar crime cases. Mr. Magill has been practicing law for over 36 years, representing clients throughout the Fresno area.

Mr. Magill earned his Juris Doctor degree from San Joaquin College of Law, following his undergraduate studies at California State University, Hayward. He has been a member of The Private Defenders and the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (NACDL). His firm has received multiple awards of recognition, many of which are a direct result of client nominations. He is also an active member of the local Fresno community and the Greater Fresno Area Chamber of Commerce.

Throughout his career, Mr. Magill has handled numerous criminal defense cases, including DUI, DWI, traffic tickets, and white-collar crime. He has achieved over 150 jury and court trial victories, demonstrating his extensive experience in litigation. His ability to explain complex legal cases with clarity has led to interviews with various news organizations, including FOX, ABC, CBS, NPR, NBC, The Wall Street Journal, and The Fresno Bee.

Mr. Magill is admitted to practice before the California Supreme Court and the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of California. He has been disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2025. His firm is located at 1060 Fulton Mall, Suite 806, Fresno, CA 93721, and can be contacted at (559) 255-3425.

In addition to his legal practice, Mr. Magill is involved in community activities and has been recognized for his contributions to the Fresno area. He is fluent in English and has a reputation for his dedication to client advocacy and legal excellence.

Education

California St Univ Hayward

Undergraduate Degree

San Joaquin COL

Law Degree

Languages

English (Spoken, Written)

Experience

Lawyer/Owner

Law Offices of Charles F. Magill
1991

Lawyer

Smurr, Gelegan and Henry
1989

Law Clerk

Nuttall Berman Magill
1988

Accepted Jurisdictions

California

Court Admissions

California Supreme Court State Supreme Court · Admitted 1989
U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of California U.S. District Court · Admitted 1989

Types of Cases Handled

DUI DWI traffic tickets white-collar crime

Legal Services Scope

Litigation

Professional Associations

The Private Defenders

has membership 2008 - Current

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers NACDL

has membership 2004 - Current

Fresno County Bar Association

has membership 1989 - Current

Office Locations

Main Office

 1060 Fulton Mall Suite 806 Fresno CA 93721

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