I like many others want to thank Mike Donaldson. He was sent from heaven lol with all the jokes aside Mike was there and confirmed what we can do and what the best option is for me. He always put me first and I really appreciate that. At the end of the day I got to move on with my life and Mike played a big part.

This is the finest DUI defense law firm in California. If you have a DUI or Drug charge pending their are no finer talents that I know of in this industry for representing someone accused of a DUI, drug related dui, or accidental death caused by DUI. If you are considering hiring the best law firm possible, please look no further. Don Bartell and Lara Gressley are rock stars in every way! They don’t do tv commercials or advertising in any way and their client list is built upon their stellar reputation of excellence. If you find yourself ever in a legal pickle, the decision to call B H & G is the best decision you’ll ever make. In lesser hands, I don’t know where my cases would be. It doesn’t matter now because they see it through until the case is tucked in and put to bed to the very end! I made my first call to Don in 1995 after another lawyer friend of my family’s recommended I call Don and I never looked back. He also successfully won my DMV hearing after an evading arrest and dui accusation. They have helped several members of the family win cases and dmv hearings. They have excellent experience with multiple offenses and prior convictions. Opposing counsel DA’s get very nervous when they find out they are going up against these titans in the industry like Don Bartell or Lara Gressley. They see angles that other attorneys and amateur DA’s and public pretenders fail to realize and recognize & they will fight for you tooth and nail to win! They have a talent pool of awesome expert witnesses! Their legal tactics win and I have had several dueces over the last 3 decades in Orange County, San Bernardino, and Riverside Counties (the big 3). Don has his own Plane and flies all over California to most of his cases. They are not just experts in California law, they will also travel to other states. I would never call anyone else. I highly recommend BH&G the dream team is at Bartell, Hensel, & Gressley.

I would highly recommend this firm. Your not just working with one lawyer. They work as a team to provide their clients with the best possible outcome.

I was represented by Mike Donaldson and would highly recommend him and his firm. Mr. Donaldson explained my case with great detail and found the best option for me when seeing the judge. This made the court process quick and easy. If you need an attorney that is knowledgeable and pleasant to work with call Barrell, Hensel & Gressley (Ask for Mike)

Don and Mike were very knowledgeable in what they did for me, both were kind and willing to go the extra mile to help me out and continue to do so even after everything was done. Don did have to put me in my place at least once and had every right to do so, but never held any grudge after the fact. Thank you Don and Mike for your help and the continuance of it.

I used Mike Donaldson as my criminal defense attorney and I made the right choice. Mike's intellect is extraordinary; he was prompt every time we gathered; he asked the right questions to further understand my case and developed a strategy to proceed. Long story short, Mike Donaldson was able to get my case dismissed, furtherance of justice. I would highly recommend this attorney to anyone who needs representation in a criminal matter. I have already recommended him to friends and family. As for the cost of his services, he was a steal. I would be surprised to see if any other attorney is as competitive with his pricing as Mike Donaldson.

I just want to note that Mr. Donaldson was an excellent lawyer and I would recommend him to anyone dealing with a similar situation. He was always so promt with his responses to my questions about my DUI case and extremely understanding and compassionate. I never felt judged by him, even for a second. He definitely eased a lot of stress throughout the whole process, handling stuff I wouldn't even have known where to start.

Thank you, Mr. Donaldson.

This is the Atty u need, HONEST! He is an Angel along with his assistant, you don't find many Attorneys like Michael, I will recomend him very very highly. THANK YOU Michael.

Couldn’t say enough good things about Mike Donaldson. Took on multiple cases for me at a very affordable price. As other people said on other review sites, he genuinely cares about me. I am very satisfied with the results that I got from Mike. And I can’t thank him enough. I have tried to recommend so many people to him. I highly suggest using him. I can’t say that enough. Mike worked wonders for me.

No nonsense, straightforward, truly dedicated to the profession and to his clients. Can't go wrong with Mike Donaldson!

amazing lawyer , saved me out of a dui , which I wasn’t even guilty of , he is very detailed in his work and I recommend him as a lawyer , the best lawyer out there !

These guys are amazing, had a great experience, great outcome, at first I was very nervous about the whole ordeal they calmed me down told me to trust them and I did thank you don Bartell and associates for all you have done. Highly recommend, these guys know what they are talking about hands down best lawyer I have had the pleasure of dealing with.

Awesome experience with everyone at the Bartell office. Very professional and always kept me up to date. Don was able to get the court to dismiss my case completely. Mine was a tricky case so I am so thankful they were able to get me justice. Thanks again Don, Lara, Jared!

Plain and simple, these guys don't quit. When I wanted to call it quits and close the case out, Bartell told me he and his team (Lara and Mike) would continue to work on my case and do whatever they could to get the verdict overturned....and they did. I initially lost my motion hearing and pled my case out. After several months of hard work, they appealed the motion and the verdict was overturned which led to the dismissal of my case entirely.

Great firm!! Mike Donaldson went way out of his way to make my experience of dealing with a legal matter 100% better than what it would have been going into it alone. Out of this whole experience I can say that I have gained a friend through this. Very professional, on time and handled everything I needed and asked for. unfortunately my family has had attorneys throughout our lives and I must say this has been a far more better experience than ever before. Thank you guys and keep up the good work

best DUI attorney in RIverside.

I have not dealt with anyone else besides Mr. Donaldson , so I cannot speak for them, but Mike is a class act. My interaction and involvement was minimal, but the positive experience I had would make me continue to use his services for all my legal needs, as well as recommend him to others. I have dealt with other attorneys before and all they see their clients as is another paycheck. That was not the case here. He is attentive and seems to genuinely care. Thanks again, MIke!

Definitely the best in the business! Don and Lara really know how to take care of someone. Extremely helpful at communicating throughout the entire process. Always kept me up to date with new information. Very detail oriented. I always felt secure and confident with them by my side. I would recommend them 110%.

Attorney Mike Donaldson did a fantastic job. He helped me accomplish what I needed to get done. He is also the best and most responsive lawyer I have had. Taking the time to reply to my emails usually with in a few hours.

Never return calls bad customer service way overpriced

These folks are the pros' pros of DUI Defense in Southern California. Beyond that, they are excellent people, friends within the legal community and I highly recommend them for your DUI / Criminal Defense.

I don’t know what I would’ve done without their help! They were Always updating me and going out of their way to make sure I was taken care of throughout this stressful and long process! Thank you!!!!!

Excellent attorneys who know DUI law inside and out and go to the mat for their clients. They're the ones other lawyers go to for help and advice on DUI cases. I have, as well as attended their always informative presentations on DUI law they give to the legal community.