About Francisco J.

Francisco J. Rodriguez is a licensed attorney admitted to practice law in the State of California. He was admitted to the California State Bar in 1997. His license is currently in active status. Mr. Rodriguez is a partner at Katsuranis & Rodriguez, Attorneys at Law, a law firm located in Berkeley, California. He practices primarily in the Northern and Eastern Districts of California.

Mr. Rodriguez earned his Juris Doctor degree from the New College of California School of Law in 1997. Prior to law school, he completed his undergraduate education at California State University, Chico, receiving a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science in 1992.

Mr. Rodriguez concentrates his practice in criminal defense, focusing on DUI and DWI cases, as well as other criminal matters. He represents clients at all stages of legal proceedings, including pre-trial motions, negotiations, trials, and appeals. His experience encompasses a wide range of criminal offenses, from minor infractions to serious felonies.

Throughout his career, Mr. Rodriguez has handled cases in various courts, including the Superior Court of California for the County of Alameda, the United States District Court for the Northern District of California, and the United States District Court for the Eastern District of California. He has been practicing law for over 28 years, providing him with extensive experience in the field of criminal defense.

Mr. Rodriguez is an active member of the Public Defenders Association and the California DUI Lawyers Association. He is fluent in both English and Spanish, enabling him to effectively serve a diverse clientele. His commitment to professional development is evident through his selection to the Super Lawyers list from 2020 to 2026.

Education

New College of California SOL

J.D. (1996) | Criminal Practice

California State University, Chico

B.A. (1992) | Political Science, Pre Law

Languages

Spanish (Spoken, Written)

Accepted Jurisdictions

Northern District of California
Eastern District of California
California

Court Admissions

Superior Court of California for the County of Alameda State Trial Court · Admitted 1997
U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California U.S. District Court · Admitted 1997
U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of California U.S. District Court · Admitted 1997

Types of Cases Handled

DUI DWI Criminal Defense

Legal Services Scope

Hearings Appeals Litigation Negotiations Trials

Professional Associations

Public Defenders Association

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CALIFORNIA DUI LAWYERS ASSOCIATION

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