Middlebrook & Associates - Bakersfield, California

Mike Donaldson

Richard is one of the best DUI attorneys in the country. He is the lawyer other lawyers go to for advice on how to handle DUI cases. He has fought and won some of the most important DMV DUI cases of the past decade. In addition to being an expert at DUI DMV matters, he is an incredible DUI trial attorney.

Matthew Webster

Called them about a DUI. It was my first and I was just gonna plead no contest. They got they entire case dismissed! I can say it's worth it to at the very least call and see what the lawyers here can do for you. Very knowledgeable, friendly, and they keep you in the loop every step of the way. I am a more than satisfied customer. I couldn't have had a better experience.

Cali Lyft92

Hello my name is Pedro I did the biggest mistake of my life and drove with alcohol in 2019 in my system. When I got caught I felt like I was never going to get through this by myself till I heard about Richard middlebrook. I went to their office very worried not knowing what was going to happen 2 me or my life. Before Richard and his team got to work they made sure i was calm down and started explaining to me everything by detail in how they work and what I liked the most Is that I didn't have to show up to court not once or twice. I really do recommend them for anybody who is going through hard times like I did you'll be in good hands with Richard and his team they do what they exactly promise to do and that is be their for you and you'll end up with good results by choosing them to pick up your case.

Patty Moncada

I would like to express my deepest and most sincere appreciation and gratitude to all of the staff at Middlebrook & Associates for their help and support with my case.
I'm not a resident of Kern County and wasn't familiar with Middlebrook & associates prior to my incident. I searched the web and reviewed various firms but after reading their reviews I immediately called and signed up with them. I'm so lucky I found them! After a lengthy process, they fought for me and took care of everything. They were able to remove and reduce the number of counts I was facing to minimal charges.
I didn't even have to go to their office until everything had been resolved. All business was conducted remotely via phone and video conferencing. I was also kept updated on the progress of my case via their private online web client portal where I could upload and download any documentation that needed to be exchanged between myself and staff for court proceedings and of any upcoming court hearings, which I didn't even have to attend. They also were very responsive when I called their office any time I had questions.
Their team really took care of me and gave me peace of mind through a very difficult process of my life.
Mr. Middlebrook and staff is very caring, professional and does outstanding work. I'm extremely grateful to all of those who worked on my case.
I highly recommend Middlebrook & Associates to handle your case to alleviate your worries and get you the best outcome possible to get your life back on track. I am very grateful to them.
Special thanks to Mr. Richard Middlebrook, Claudia, Melissa, and Gabrielle.

Sarah Toney

Richard Middlebrook and his team of trial lawyers are the very best. Mr. Middlebrook's experience and education are top notch. Over the years, he has gone out of his way to attend DUI seminars and classes in order to be the best lawyer he can be. He is now asked to speak and teach at these same seminars. He truly cares about his clients, and will work tirelessly for them. Time and time again he has proven he is the best DUI lawyer for the job. I would not hesitate to send clients his way.

Randall Billington

I have seen scores of DUI defense attorneys, and as an attorney myself, I can say with confidence that Richard is among a small handful of the most elite, experienced and skillful attorneys I have known in his field of specialization. If I or someone close to me were in need of DUI assistance, Richard would be the first person I would call, and I have referred others to him without hesitation. In addition to being highly skilled, Richard is an exceptionally helpful and cordial professional. Those I have referred to him always speak of how helpful and practical he was, and always put their interests first.

Yolada ortiz

Made the mistake of using him twice now.. He promises you the world but once they get your money they give you the cold shoulder. Communication drops off right after you sign the paperwork and pay... He said he'd keep me out of jail and that wasn't true... He does the work and then boasts about how much work he did when he fails... At my arraignment he was literally shaking and his voice was cracking when the judge was trying to remand me from bail I paid twice...If I wanted someone to hold my hand through court I would have went with a Public Defender or a much cheaper lawyer. He will never take your case to trial so unless you have some crazy loop holes in your case I wouldn't even try it... DUI is one of the only crimes where the jury gets knowledge of previous DUIs so he simply won't take your case to trial with previous DUIs. If it's your first then a public defender will get you the same as he will... Total waste of money but if you're a Barbie looking Rosedale individual he will get you off. I watched him get someone off Scott free that was going to court with during my DUI court dates... I could hear what they were discussing in the hallway before court and this woman's DUI was much worse than mine... Im sure they make deals with the DAs on which get off and who's going to be the sacrificial lamb. Do yourself the favor and get a public defender if it's your first or second.

He also failed miserably on my expungement too... Before I paid him he swore up and down he could get it 100% expunged which wasn't true.. After our last court date he informed me that expungement is "discretionary" which he didn't explain while we signed the paper work. If I knew it was going to be a gamble I wouldn't have forked over the money. I would never use this guy again or even refer him to anyone.

Kim Keheley Frye

Richard Middlebrook is an outstanding advocate for his clients. He has over 200 jury trials with an amazing record of wins. He tirelessly researches and investigates his cases to produce the best possible outcome for his clients. Richard Middlebrook is meticulous in both his preparation and his performance on the case. You are in great hands in Bakersfield when you hire Richard.