Rien, Adams & Cox, LLP are Livermore-based criminal defense attorneys known for fierce, passionate, and aggressive representation. With deep experience handling cases in Alameda County and surrounding areas, our attorneys bring strategic insight and relentless advocacy to every defense. We focus exclusively on criminal law, protecting clients facing serious charges with personalized attention, proven courtroom skill, and a commitment to results. When your freedom and reputation are on the line, you need a defense team that knows the local courts and fights without hesitation.
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★★
I was originally impressed and happy with choosing Melissa as my attorney. However, over time (about a year) of court dates and meetings virtually & in person. Things weren't adding up. I was told things, life/career changing advice- that has proven to be completely false. I was convinced that I needed to pay $10k for her service, to avoid loosing my career. The truth was, my career was not impacted by my legal woes and had I not taken her & Joe's word for it, and done my own independent research, I would have known much sooner. Their false information cost me tens of thousands in unearned income, and forced me to start all over from square one in my career. The time I lost, while taking their word for truth, set me back years!
I would fact check their advice & Take notes of your conversations if you choose to work with them.
Melissa was very patient, kind, and has good courtroom demeanor. I wish things would have worked out differently for me, so I could leave a rave review.
Client
★★★★★
Awesome experience working with Melissa. She is a gem of a person both professionally and personally. It was great working with you and thank you for the guidance and support. You are awesome stay blessed .
Client
★★★★★
All-star Genuine Best Criminal Defense Attorney
He helped us with my sister's case and my family and I are just not forever grateful but also highly impressed. Mr. Cox is an outstanding, authentic, dependable, engaging, supportive and exceptionally intelligent lawyer. I was impressed with his abilities; attention to detail, communication skills and his passion. He is well-versed, always has a game plan, knowledgeable about the process and was responsive any time you needed anything. It'd be missed if I didn't mention how his staff are also prompt, friendly and professional. Overall this Law Office strives to exceed expectations which is a great relief especially during a trial when you feel out of sorts the most. You will feel comfortable, at ease and confident knowing that you have a lawyer that holds himself a much higher bar than any other Criminal Lawyer out there.
Client
★★★★★
I was referred to the firm when my prior Attorney had to discontinue his representation of me to care for his ill spouse. At the time, it looked like we were going to Trial and I know that many firms would not have taken the case at such a late stage of the proceedings, but Joseph & Melissa did not hesitate to take my case on. With a fresh set of eyes on the matter and I am sure much more work and effort than I am even aware Melissa was able to secure a resolution of the matter that fit with my needs and minimized my exposure to any collateral issues. When a post-resolution issue arose, Melissa was able to secure a resolution that ended my exposure to one of the more onerous [from my point of view] aspects of the resolution of my case. I am incredibly grateful to the Firm, and they are now my top recommendation to anyone who may find themselves in the crosshairs of our criminal justice system.
Client
★★★★★
This firm is housed with a awesome group of very personable people. Our family felt reassured every step of the way with Melissa and Joe! Not only are they professional, and know their stuff, also very personable with caring hearts. I'm so happy we found them :)