
Javier Demetrio Rios
- 1010 West Taylor Street San Jose, CA 95126
- +1-408-478-4444
- rios@sjdefender.com
About:
As a San Jose criminal defense attorney, Javier Rios represents all kinds of people for domestic violence, DUI, assault, child molest, rape, homicide, sex charges, drug crime, and felony crimes throughout Santa Clara County. Exclusively Criminal Law, 100% Defense. Javier Rios has tried many DUI cases, everything from first time misdemeanor DUI to Double Murder DUI. He is highly qualified to negotiate a settlement and just as able to take it to trial.
Jurisdiction:California, California
Practice Area
Victims’ Rights
Explains survivor rights in criminal cases, including notices, attendance, restitution, privacy, protection orders, and input at bail, plea, sentencing, and post-conviction hearings.
Family Law
Handles divorce, custody, parenting time, and support with DV-informed safety planning, temporary orders, safe exchanges, discovery protections, and long-term financial stability.
Criminal Law
Guides reporting, evidence, bail conditions, no-contact orders, prosecutions or defenses, and record sealing, centering survivor safety and informed participation across the criminal process.
Languages
Spanish
Fees
Free Consultation
Education
Undergraduate Degree Univ of Michigan Law Sch
Awards
10 Best for Client Satisfaction
Three Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in San Jose
Top 21 San Jose DUI Attorneys
5 Best Criminal Attorneys in San Jose
San Jose, California Super Lawyers rated attorney
Top 100 Trial Lawyers
Brian R. Schechmeister Achievement Award
AV- Preeminent - RATING
Associations
MEMBER
Member
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Reviews
RATED 5.0
Aug 7, 2025via Google
Hector Salinas
"Was very helpful listened and was honest"
RATED 5.0
Aug 7, 2025via Google
Marisela Zepeda
"Very friendly and informed me with a lot of useful information. I really appreciated his help."
RATED 5.0
Jul 27, 2025via Google
Daisy
"I had the pleasure of speaking with Mr. Rios , he answered every question that I asked with all honesty and I really appreciated it because now a days you don’t fine that!! If I ever needed an attorney I wouldn’t hesitate to call him again!! Once again thank you for your honesty.."
RATED 5.0
Jul 27, 2025via Google
Maria Drinkhouse
"Would like to give more than 5 stars. Javier is an amazing lawyer. Not only the an amazing human who truly loves and has passion to his job. I appreciate all his support and knowledge. Many blessings to you Javier!"
RATED 5.0
Jul 20, 2025via Google
Julia Kaloustian
"Tons of helpful and free advice. He went out of his way to help my family with a bunch of great information and resources. Thank you, Mr. Rios!"