Testimonials

Criminal Division

The Superior Court

Los Angeles, California 90012

August 23, 2002


Michael Concha, Esq.

Division Chief

Law Offices of the Public Defender

210 West Temple Street, 19th Floor
Los Angeles, CA 90012

Dear Mr. Concha:

This correspondence is to compliment your office on the performance of Deputy Public Defender Deep Goswami, Esq.

Mr. Goswami recently tried the People of the State of California v. Rafael V. in my courtroom. Consistently prepared and on time, he demonstrated the highest caliber of trial advocacy. Mr. Goswami presented the defense case through an extremely skillful cross-examination of difficult prosecution witnesses and a direct examination that established a clear and plausible defense. His eloquent closing argument efficiently and effectively summarized the evidence for the jury. He obtained a successful verdict for the defense.

Mr. Goswami presented himself throughout the trial as a consummate professional. He will be an excellent representative of the Law Offices of the Los Angeles Public Defender as he continues his legal career.

Sincerely,


Carol H. Rehm, Jr.
Assistant Supervising Judge






August 28, 2003

To: Ms. Silvia Patton

Office of the Public Defender

Re: Deep Goswami

Dear Ms Patton:

This is to confirm my call to you this afternoon concerning the performance of Mr. Deep Goswami. I was one of his clients yesterday in court. I must commend you in your decision to bring to your team such an astute attorney.



Throughout the morning, Mr. Goswami was patient and attentive. I watched as he called out to meet with each individual client. When he met with me, he was thorough and professional; reading the relevant portions of the police report to me and stopping to ask if I had any questions. He was direct and clear when he explained to me my options and likelihood of success if I chose to take my case to trial. I did appreciate feeling like a person of worth and merit rather than feeling like a bull in a cattle call.

The judge we were in front of was quite difficult and clearly pro-prosecutor. Mr. Goswami had his work cut out for himself in representing my position and getting me the best result that was available under the circumstances. He took the time necessary to clarify my position before the court and was resourceful enough to search the applicable law for a viable exception which would allow me to achieve the result I wanted in this case.



I am truly grateful for Mr. Goswami's efforts in my case. I have worked with other attorney's in the past, but it is a rare situation where I have found a public servant who was so compassionate, knowledgeable, attentive and patient and yet still so eager and enthusiastic to serve those who he was entrusted to assist.

Mr. Goswami is a rare find. Ms. Patton, you and your office would do well to nurture throughout your office the qualities found in this young man.

With Deepest Appreciation

Victor T.






To: Trial Supervisor

Public Defender's Office

Subject: Deep Goswami, Deputy Public Defender

From: Eric Zucker

Deputy Public Defender

Just a note to let you know of the excellent outcome that was reached because of the diligence and quick wits of Deputy Public Defender Deep Goswami.

I was the attorney in felony case Herbert G. alleging two counts of felony assault on an Officer causing injury. Because of Mr. Goswami's quick understanding of the need to coordinate a strategy, out client received essentially a time served deal in a misdemeanor rather than a felony conviction with a potential prison commitment.



Good work!






Jury Service Questionnaire

Your candid comments about your jury experience in People v. Rafael V., as well as any recommendations you wish to share, will greatly assist the improvement of our procedures and the administration of justice. If you wish to participate in evaluating the operation of the court or attorneys, you will remain anonymous.

Sincerely,

Judge
Superior Court of California

Los Angeles County

1. What are your impressions of the court personnel and attorneys?


Juror comments:

Defense attorney Goswami:

"Very well prepared"

"Seemed very sharp. Presented Position wth conviction."

"Very good"

"Did a great job!"

"Aggressive, willing to express his beliefs in defense of his client"








Results

All of the following persons were represented by Deep Goswami, Esq. All cases are unique as the facts which comprise them. As such, the following results are in no way a guarantee of the outcome of any case.


DEFENDANT
CHARGES
RESULT
Dustin W.
Driving under the influence
Not guilty at trial on all counts
Jose H.
Criminal Threats
Case dismissed at trial
Chris G.
Dometic Violence
Not Guilty at Trial on all counts
Victor C.
Domestic Violence
Not Guilty at Trial on all 5 counts
Manual H.
Driving under the influence
Hung Jury/Case dismissed
Jose T.
Driving under the influence
Case dismissed at trial
Clarke C.
Driving under the influence
Case dismissed prior to trial
Kylan G.
Battery, Assault, Assault with deadly weapon
Case dismissed prior to trial
Anthony B.
Vandalism, Hit and run
Case dismissed at trial
Arturo B.
Driving on suspended license
Case dismissed due to motion to supress based on illegal stop and seizure
R. Salazar
Posession of Marijuana
Case dismissed prior to trial
Julius T.
Domestic Violence
Not Guilty at Trial
Luis F.
Driving under the influence
Case reduced to exhibition of speed after beginning of trial
Jose N.
Driving under the influence
Case reduced to exhibition of speed at trial
James D.
Under the influence
Case dismissed prior to trial
Marilyn D.C.
Elder Abuse, Battery
Case dismissed prior to trial
Benjamin R.
Exhibition of Speed
Case dismissed at trial
Roberto Z.
Giving false information to a police officer
Case reduced to 415 infraction


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