Were you or a loved one charged with a crime in Cathedral City, CA?
Attorney Joseph Rhea’s office is located in nearby downtown Palm Springs. Attorney Rhea defends all cases personally in the local courts, and he meets all clients at the office to discuss defense strategy. Evening and weekend appointments are available, as well as jail visits.
Attorney Rhea has been named top DUI and/or Criminal Defense Lawyer by Palm Springs Life magazine every year since 2010. By far the most common crimes defended from Cathedral City are DUI/DUI and domestic violence. Attorney Rhea has successfully defended prescription drug DUIs, hit-and-run DUIs, and alcohol DUIs ranging from .08 to .41. Attorney Rhea has also successfully defended hundreds of domestic violence. Although DUI and domestic violence are the most common crimes, Attorney Rhea defends all misdemeanor and felony offenses – from petty theft to homicide.
Over the course of his career, Attorney Rhea has garnered a reputation for being an honest and aggressive attorney, and a tireless advocate for his criminal defense clients. He is well-known and respected by judges and prosecutors. Attorney Rhea is the only criminal defense lawyer in California with a doctorate from Harvard, and he has devoted his entire legal career to criminal defense.
“Mr. Rhea was extremely knowledgeable which, without a doubt, was the reason the Judge dismissed my case without any fines, probation, etc. Additionally, his vast knowledge helped lay out all the scenarios which helped relieve my anxieties. He was extremely prompt and reliable which made working with him a pleasure. I would highly recommend Mr. Rhea’s services to anyone and everyone.” – Former Federal Drug Possession Client