San Diego Criminal Defense When It Matters Most
Founded by former public defender Ashby C. Sorensen, Diego Defense has focused exclusively on criminal defense since 2009.
San Diego County Defense Lawyer
Diego Defense represents people facing criminal charges throughout San Diego County. Led by attorney Ashby C. Sorensen, the firm focuses exclusively on criminal defense for clients accused of DUI, domestic violence, drug crimes, theft, assault, probation violations, and serious felony offenses.
Ashby began his defense career at the Fresno County Public Defender’s Office, where he spent more than five years defending serious felony cases in trial court. Since opening his own practice in 2009, he has continued to represent clients in high-stakes criminal matters with direct attorney guidance, practical strategy, and serious courtroom preparation.
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Diego Defense was built for people facing serious criminal allegations in San Diego County. Led by attorney Ashby C. Sorensen, the firm focuses exclusively on criminal defense, bringing public defender trial experience and private defense strategy to clients facing misdemeanors, felonies, and high-stakes allegations.
Ashby began his criminal defense career at the Fresno County Public Defender’s Office, where he spent more than five years defending serious felony cases in trial court. That courtroom background gives clients the benefit of serious trial experience, practical case strategy, and direct attorney guidance from the beginning.
Raised in Virginia just outside Washington, D.C., Ashby earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication from the University of Colorado at Boulder before moving west and settling in North County San Diego. He later earned his law degree from California Western School of Law in San Diego.
Legal Practice Areas
Diego Defense represents clients throughout San Diego County in criminal cases involving DUI, domestic violence, drug charges, assault, theft, probation violations, warrants, and serious felony allegations.
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A criminal case can move fast. The earlier you understand the charges, deadlines, evidence, and possible defense options, the better prepared you are to protect your future. Contact Diego Defense to request a confidential consultation.
DUI
A DUI arrest can affect your license, record, job, and future. Diego Defense helps clients understand the charges, DMV issues, court process, and possible defense strategies.
Assault & Battery
Assault-related charges can depend heavily on witness statements, self-defense issues, injuries, and context. Diego Defense works to identify the facts that matter.
Domestic Violence
Domestic violence allegations can escalate rapidly, involving protective orders and custody issues. Seek legal guidance before making any decisions.
Theft Crimes
Theft allegations can jeopardize your record, job, and reputation. Diego Defense manages cases of shoplifting, petty theft, burglary, and robbery.
Drug Crimes
Diego Defense assists clients in evaluating evidence and exploring options to mitigate serious drug charges and their long-term consequences.
Serious Felonies
Ashby Sorensen has defended serious felony cases in trial court since his time as a public defender. Diego Defense brings focused preparation to high-stakes criminal cases.