Our Team
Supervising Attorney
Jonathan began his legal education at the distinguished Hastings College of the Law, where he was honored as Best Oral Advocate in the Moot Court competition. He then transferred to the prestigious University of California, Irvine School of Law, where he pursued advanced coursework in criminal law and criminal procedure. At UCI, Jonathan gained practical experience through internships and externships with the Orange County Public Defender's Office. There, he engaged deeply with the criminal justice system, notably assisting indigent clients with expunging their criminal records through the New Leaf Program.
By his third year, Jonathan was working alongside a Certified Criminal Law Specialist, participating in the defense of clients facing charges from petty theft to capital murder. This experience provided him with invaluable insights as he collaborated closely with defense teams throughout all stages of these complex cases. After law school, Jonathan worked full-time as a paralegal while preparing for the bar exam on his own.
Upon passing the California State Bar, Jonathan joined the renowned Aspen Law Group, a leading DUI defense firm with a statewide reach. Handling cases from Contra Costa County to San Diego, Jonathan honed his skills and eventually decided to strike out on his own. Over the years, he has managed hundreds of cases, achieving successful outcomes for clients across a broad spectrum of issues. His extensive trial experience includes defending serious felonies and minor infractions, often securing favorable results in challenging situations. Jonathan has even succeeded at the Court of Appeal and has pressed forward both in filing appeals and writs. He will do whatever it takes to vindicate his client’s rights.
Now a dedicated member of the California Criminal Law Group, Jonathan is committed to providing both serious and compassionate legal defense, enhancing access to justice in Orange County.
Attorney of Counsel
Dallis Cavallaro is a dedicated legal advocate with extensive experience representing clients facing criminal charges throughout Southern California. She also specializes in victims' rights, assisting those impacted by crime in navigating the criminal justice system.
A major focus of Dallis’ practice is supporting military veterans and active-duty service members who encounter legal difficulties. Her work with Veterans Treatment Court and military diversion programs has led to successful case dismissals and improved futures for many veterans and their families.
Dallis has long been a fervent advocate for veterans, both in and out of the courtroom. Her advocacy includes publishing numerous articles, speaking on military policy, and making significant contributions to challenging the Feres Doctrine, which has resulted in important changes to how military members can seek compensation for injuries or deaths caused by government negligence.
She co-founded the Center for Law and Military Policy and was a member of its Advisory Council. Dallis also served as Vice Chair of the Orange County Bar Association’s Veterans Committee. In 2018, she launched "A World Apart," a podcast designed to share the experiences of military veterans with a wider audience.
A top graduate from the Dale E. Fowler School of Law at Chapman University, Dallis was the Managing Editor of the Chapman Law Review and excelled on the moot court team. She also completed an internship with a Federal Judge in the Central District of California. Additionally, Dallis has volunteered as a Certified Sexual Assault Crisis Counselor for a non-profit in Orange County.
Dallis remains actively involved in the legal community as a member of the State Bar of California, the Orange County Bar Association, the North Orange County Bar Association, the California DUI Lawyers Association, and California Attorneys for Criminal Justice. She is also on the Board of Directors for the Newport Harbor Bar Association and serves on the Associate Board for Project Youth Orange County, which provides essential services to at-risk youth.
