Sally Vecchiarelli

Practice areas

Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense: DUI/DWI, Appellate, Criminal Defense: White Collar

Focus areas

Appeals, Arrest & Arraignment, Assault & Battery, Criminal Domestic Violence, Criminal Fraud, Criminal Law, Criminal Law – Federal, DUI/DWI, Drug & Alcohol Violations, Expungement, False Accusations, Felony, Juvenile Delinquency, Misdemeanor, Motor Vehicle Offenses, Parole, Sex Offenses, Theft, White Collar Crime

Sally Vecchiarelli, an accomplished criminal defense lawyer, is the founder of Proper Defense Law Corporation, which has offices in both Fresno and Beverly Hills, California. Her primary work location is in Fresno, where she assists clients from both areas with a range of legal concerns, encompassing:

• DUI/DWI cases
• Cybercrime allegations
• Manslaughter charges
• Murder accusations
• Violent crime incidents
• Juvenile defense matters
• White collar crime issues
• Domestic violence disputes
• Drug and weapon possession cases

Ms. Vecchiarelli’s educational journey includes graduating magna cum laude from California State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in criminology and forensic behavioral science. She continued her studies at the San Joaquin College of Law, where she excelled as the Editor-in-Chief of the San Joaquin Agricultural Law Review. Her legal prowess garnered recognition in the form of multiple scholarships and awards.

During her time as a dedicated law student, Ms. Vecchiarelli was honored with the Witkin Awards for Academic Excellence in Legal Analysis, Real Property Law, and Remedies. She also made a mark as a finalist for Best Brief and Best Oral Advocate in the George Hopper Moot Court Competition. Additionally, she earned recognition for Outstanding Individual Oral Achievement in the Roger J. Traynor California Appellate Moot Court Competition.

In 2015, Ms. Vecchiarelli earned her law degree with distinction and was admitted to practice law in California the same year. Before establishing her private practice, she gained invaluable experience working for a reputable law firm in Fresno for a period of three years. Her passion for law was nurtured by her parents, who were both criminal defense lawyers. This passion drives her to seek justice for clients who have been wrongly accused or convicted, offering them an opportunity for a fresh start.

Acknowledged with a perfect 10 out of 10 rating on Avvo, Ms. Vecchiarelli is recognized as a compassionate and empathetic attorney. She has garnered praise from both peers and clients alike. Her professional achievements include being named among the 10 Best Attorneys by the American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys and earning a spot in The National Trial Lawyers’ Top 40 Under 40 list. Actively involved in the legal community, she holds memberships in various organizations, including the Fresno County Women Lawyers, the Fresno County Bar Association, the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, the National College for DUI Defense, and the Los Angeles County Bar Association.

In the spirit of giving back, Ms. Vecchiarelli is deeply engaged in her community and has contributed her time and expertise to several local organizations, including the St. Agnes Women’s Club, the Big Brothers Big Sisters of America, and the Pacific Juvenile Defender Center.