About Suzanne Marie

Suzanne Marie Ferguson is a criminal defense attorney licensed to practice in California. She was admitted to the State Bar of California in 2006, holding bar number 246972. Her license is currently active, and she is the founder of her own law firm, Suzanne M. Ferguson, Attorney at Law, located in Temecula, California. Ms. Ferguson has been practicing law for over 19 years, serving clients throughout Southern California, including San Diego, Orange, Riverside, and San Bernardino counties.

Ms. Ferguson earned her Juris Doctor degree from the University of San Diego School of Law in 2006. Prior to law school, she completed her undergraduate studies at California State University, Long Beach, graduating magna cum laude in 2003 with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration: Marketing. During her time at the University of San Diego, she gained practical experience working at the San Diego Public Defender’s Office and several private law firms.

Ms. Ferguson specializes in criminal defense, handling a wide range of cases, including driving under the influence (DUI), drug possession, theft, domestic violence, and violent crimes. She represents clients at all stages of the legal process, from initial consultations and pre-trial motions to negotiations, trials, and appeals. Her practice encompasses both misdemeanor and felony cases, providing comprehensive defense strategies tailored to each client's needs.

With over 19 years of experience, Ms. Ferguson has appeared in numerous courtrooms across Southern California. She has represented clients in various courts, including the Superior Courts of San Diego, Orange, Riverside, and San Bernardino counties. Before establishing her private practice in 2013, she served as a Deputy Public Defender at the Orange County Public Defender’s Office for nearly six years, handling thousands of cases and developing strong relationships with clients, colleagues, and court staff.

Ms. Ferguson is an active member of several professional organizations, including the Southwest Riverside County Bar Association, the California DUI Lawyers Association, the Orange County Bar Association, and the California Public Defenders Association. She is committed to providing personalized legal representation and is known for her dedication to achieving favorable outcomes for her clients. Ms. Ferguson is fluent in English and offers consultations to individuals seeking legal advice in criminal defense matters.

Education

California St Univ Long Beach

Undergraduate Degree

Univ of San Diego School of Law

Law Degree

Languages

English (Spoken, Written)

Experience

Founder

Suzanne M. Ferguson, Lawyer at Law
2013

Lawyer

Orange County Public Defender s Office
2007

Accepted Jurisdictions

California

Court Admissions

Superior Court of California, County of San Diego State Trial Court · Admitted 2006
Superior Court of California, County of Orange State Trial Court · Admitted 2006
Superior Court of California, County of Riverside State Trial Court · Admitted 2006
Superior Court of California, County of San Bernardino State Trial Court · Admitted 2006

Types of Cases Handled

DUI drug possession theft domestic violence violent crimes

Legal Services Scope

Hearings Appeals Litigation Negotiations Trials

Professional Associations

Southwest Riverside County Bar Association

has membership 2014 - Current

California DUI Lawyers Accosciation

has membership 2014 - Current

Orange County Bar Association

has membership 2007 - Current

California Public Defenders Association

has membership 2006 - Current

Office Locations

Main Office

 27475 Ynez Road Suite 283 Temecula CA 92591