About Orange County Attorney Nate Gjesdal

Meet Attorney Nate Gjesdal, best Orange County lawyer for DUI. Attorney Nate builds trusted relationship with client to defend their case

Hi! I’m Nate Gjesdal.

I help people accused of crimes.

For more than 15 years, Attorney Nate Gjesdal has helped clients navigate some of the most stressful moments of their lives — arrests, investigations, court dates, protective orders, license consequences, and criminal charges that could affect their future.

Our most common defenses include DUI, Domestic Violence, Theft, Drug Possession, and Expungements. Call or text (714) 455-9080 to speak directly about your case. We’ve had thousands of successful case dismissals and happy clients.

  • Charges Dismissed

    800+

  • Cases Won

    500+

  • Clients Defended

    2,000+

DUI and DWI attorney awards and professional recognition badges, including Avvo Clients’ Choice, Avvo Excellent Top Attorney, California State Bar seal, Best DWI Attorney Top Rated, and Attorney Client Satisfaction award

  • 15 years of specialized expertise in DUI, Domestic Violence, Drug Possession, Drug Sales, and Theft criminal defense

  • Localized representation across Orange County, Riverside County, San Bernardino County, and Los Angeles County

  • Direct and immediate access to your attorney for all of your questions and concerns. We are in your corner to defend your position to the judge and jury. We don’t pass clients off to junior associates or call centers. When you call, text, or email, you get your lawyer, not a gatekeeper.

What Sets Us Apart

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I founded Not Guilty Law with one clear mission — Get my clients the best results possible, while making sure they understand the process.‍ ‍

Our clients appreciate both our dedication and communication. I take pride in being there for my clients. When you reach out to Not Guilty Law, you will speak directly with your attorney - not a paralegal or a junior attorney. Choose us with confidence for the road ahead.

Education

Juris Doctor, Chapman University Fowler School of Law, 2008

Bachelor of Arts, Occidental College, 2002

Licensed to practice law in all California state courts

Licensed to practice law in United States Federal Court

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I’ve GOT YOU COVERED.

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Let’s be honest. To the prosecution, you’re a file number. A charge. A case to move through the system.

To us, you’re a person with a life, a family, a career, and a future worth protecting.

Our job is to thoughtfully strategize a defense plan, tell your full story, and make sure the impact on your life (not just the allegation) is fully understood.

The system isn’t built to see the whole person. Our role is to change that and fight for outcomes that protect your future because what happens in your case doesn’t end in the courtroom. It follows you home.