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OVER 20 YEARS EXPERIENCE IN FEDERAL AND STATE CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Christian M. Ham is a criminal defense trial attorney with over 20 years of experience in the courtroom. His success in the courtroom has been recognized by Super Lawyers, the San Diego Daily Transcript, and the National Trial Lawyers. Mr. Ham’s trial success includes not guilty jury verdicts in federal and state court, and complete dismissals pre-trial and during trial in state court.

RECOGNIZED BY SUPERLAWYERS FROM 2018-2025

ayuda EN Español

Abogado Criminal

Christian M. Ham es abogado criminal desde el 2002 y es reconocido por Super Lawyers. El abogado Ham ha representado exitosamente a clientes en San Diego en casos criminales de delitos graves y delitos menores que incluyen…more

Perfil del Abogado

El abogado Ham habla Español y empezó su experiencia en defensa criminal en El Defensor Federal de San Diego y Defensor Publico de San Diego. Después entro a la práctica particular. El Abogado Ham decidió empezar su propia oficina buscando la mejor manera de representar a sus clientes…more

Abogado de DUI

Christian M. Ham es abogado defensor criminal y ayuda a personas acusadas de cargos federales y estatal, incluyendo manejar bajo la influencia del alcohol (D.U.I.). El abogado es reconocido por Super Lawyers y San Diego Daily Transcript como excelente abogado … Perfil del Abogado

TOP RATED ATTORNEY

federal and state defense

Mr. Ham’s commitment to providing the highest level of legal representation has led to complete dismissals for his clients pre-trial, on the day of trial, and during trial. His court presentation skills have also led to complete dismissals at preliminary hearings, and after prevailing in motions to dismiss for speedy trial violations and suppression hearings. In the 20 plus years of practicing exclusively criminal defense, Mr. Ham has been principal attorney in jury trials in every San Diego Court Division, and in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of California.

Mr. Ham is a fluent Spanish speaker and is licensed to practice law in the State of California and in the United States District Court for the Southern District of California. He is also qualified to accept federal court appointments under the Criminal Justice Act. Mr. Ham has successfully represented clients charged with felony serious and violent strikes.

Mr. Ham works passionately and diligently for every client with the primary goal of reducing or avoiding a custodial sentence. Mr. Ham takes every case seriously and seeks alternatives to custody through programs such as home electronic detention, drug and alcohol rehabilitation, and work furlough.

FEDERAL DRUG OFFENSES

Mr. Ham has represented clients in major drug trafficking cases including possession for sale of over 1,000 pounds of cocaine, large amounts of methamphetamine heroine, fentanyl, and marijuana …more

BURGLARY/THEFT OFFENSES

Mr. Ham is an experienced criminal trial attorney who has successfully obtained dismissals for clients’ accused of felony residential burglary, felony commercial burglary, grand theft, and petty theft…more

ASSAULT/BATTERY OFFENSES

Penal Code Section 245 will be charged as a strike when a weapon, such as a gun or knife is used, or when serious injury is involved. Great bodily injury allegations can be added … more

Client Reviews

Maria A. (originally posted on AVVO)

Christian Ham es un abogado criminal dedicado a su trabajo y siempre me hizo sentir con la confianza que iba hacer todo lo posible por ganar mi caso. Siempre me mandaba email o hablaba por Telefono para tenerme al tanto de que estaba pasando en mi caso. Quede totalmente satisfecha con su trabajo. Es un excelente abogado criminal. Lo recomiendo 100%… Read more

Emily R. (originally posted on Google)

Christian Ham was the best lawyer (criminal and DUI lawyer) I could have ever found. I regretfully made the stupid decision to drive after drinking in July and got a DUI. I was super lost on where to start to get it sorted out. My friend told me about Christian and I am so lucky she did!

I knew from the second I met Christian he was going to be my … Read more

Gene S. (originally posted on AVVO)

After finding myself in a completely unexpected and seemingly doomed situation, a friend recommended Mr. Ham to me. At our first meeting together, he was a bucket of cold water. He did not pull any punches when explaining what I was up against.

No false hope or promises, a real straight shooter. I didn’t realize it then but that was exactly what I … Read more

PERSONALIZED ATTENTION

Each case is unique and requires an individualized approach. I thoroughly examine every detail of the case and identify the strengths and weaknesses of each situation.