Stefano L. Molea

Stefano L. Molea

Google Rating

4.9(41 reviews)

  • 2550 Fifth Avenue Suite 1050 San Diego, CA 92103
  • +1-619-439-1806
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About:

When Charged With a Crime. We’ve Obtained “Not Guilty” Verdicts from DUI to Murder Charges

Jurisdiction:California, Federal Circuit

Practice Area

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

English, Italian

Fees

Free Consultation

Education

J.D.
Thomas Jefferson School of Law
2011

Awards

Rising Star
Superlawyers
2019
Rising Star
Superlawyers
2018
Top 40 Under 40 Criminal Defense
The American Society of Legal Advocates
2016
Special Director's Award
San Diego Criminal Defense Bar Association
2018
Rising Star
Superlawyers
2016
Rising Star
Superlawyers
2020
Rising Star
Superlawyers
2017
Best of the Bar
San Diego Business Journal
2016

Associations

Board Member
San Diego Criminal Defense Bar Association
2014 - Present
Member
National College for DUI Defense
2015 - Present
Member
California Attorneys for Criminal Justice
2012 - Present

Reviews


RATED 5.0

Aug 7, 2025Googlevia Google

Anthony Roberts

"Stefano did a wonderful job. Very professional and precise. Highly recommend the office of David P. Shapiro."

RATED 5.0

Aug 7, 2025Googlevia Google

David Codelli

"Stefano Molea is awesome! We needed help from the Shapiro firm, and Stefano did a fantastic job. Of course he knows the law up and down, but he also had a rare ability to explain our situation and options in clear detail. Furthermore, he has good relationships with other attorneys outside his firm and in the district attorneys office. Highly recommend!"

RATED 5.0

Aug 7, 2025Googlevia Google

Yanni B

"Stefano is a top class person and top class lawyer- that’s hard to find! I’ve sent several people who had been accused of crimes to Stefano and he’s secured dismissals and justice for all of them! I can count on Stefano’s knowledge, competency, and dedication in preserving the most important asset we have - our freedom! If you’re looking for a criminal defense lawyer who will fight to the bitter end, look no further!"

RATED 5.0

Jul 27, 2025Googlevia Google

JJ AS

"If you want the best Attorney in town, you found him! Attorney Stefano L. Molea, was by far the best legal counsel I could've ever asked for. Mr. Molea, was a complete professional, and a gentleman who's only concern was to help me with my legal matters. My experience when him was, I felt like a person, not a case number or file sitting on a desk, waiting to go to court. Mr. Molea, was very attentive to my needs and concerns. He was always updating me as to where my case was in process and what he was doing to help it come to a resolution. If you want somebody that's gonna be personal with you and work tirelessly to give you the best possible outcome for any legal matters there's no one better than, Stefano L. Molea to represent you. I will definitely be recommending him to anyone who needs and any legal assistance. I went from a conviction that was going to ruin my life to an expungement that gave me hope and a new focus on a better life. So, as I stated before, if you want the best, you need Attorney Stefano L.Molea"

RATED 5.0

Jul 27, 2025Googlevia Google

Lynn Cochran

"My son hired Stefano based on his reviews and prompt attention to his investigation. His professionalism and persistent to detail working with the DA to get a deal with minimal time. He knowledge of the law and persistent to get ax fair deal is amazing"

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