“You won!!! 187 pc, 995 Granted. Your briefs were tremendous, a real talent. Couldn’t have done it without you.”—Attorney client, Santa Clara, CA, July 2020.
     
“The judge said he hadn’t seen a motion like that since the 90’s (boom! Credit to Cheryl!)”—Attorney client, Riverside, CA, May 2021, regarding motion to traverse and quash search warrant.

“Cheryl - I just finished reading the brief and I want to cry, it is so outstanding. I feel like my private practice has entered a new phase now that I have you to turn to for 995s...I’m blown away by your attention to detail, command of applicable law, and your excellent writing. I just told one of my co-counsel that you wrote it as though you sat through it and watched the Re-run a bunch of times.”—Attorney client, Alameda, CA, Feb. 2021.

“The briefing was excellent.”—Judge, San Francisco, CA, Jan. 2022, Reporter’s Transcript of hearing.
     
“This is exactly what I wanted. It’s already been filed. I’m eager to argue this. I’ll report back as soon as it’s done... Thanks so much! You don’t know how much confidence your work gives me; I truly mean that.”—Attorney client, Orange County, CA, Dec. 2020 (emphasis added).

“I really believe that your briefings were a big part of the reason why they took death off the table.”—Attorney client, Solano County, CA, Mar. 2018.

“Denied today. However, both the Judge and the DA commented that it was one of the stronger 995s they have ever seen and that the legal analysis was excellent... DA emailed me about an hour later to see if we could "work something out". Previous offer was 4 years prison....we are now discussing probation! Its not done yet, but major turning point. Thank you VERY much for your work and I will definitely be back for your help in the future.”—Attorney client, Los Angeles, CA, Apr. 2021 (emphasis added).
     
“Cheryl, the writing you produced was a piece of art. I am honored, humbled, and appreciative, to be involved in reviewing your drafts and I wholeheartedly agree with every word.”—Co-Defendant’s Attorney, Santa Clara, CA, May 2022.
     
“Cheryl, This is brilliant. Impeccable and made me just so proud to get the chance to argue your work. Thank you thank you thank you. I wouldn’t change a thing!!”—Attorney client, Santa Clara, CA, Dec. 2021.

“[Y]ou help me take more cases and also handle cases more competently. This [motion] was a perfect example. I really did not know much about the RJA and the Young case until I read your brief. The brief not only was necessary for the client but educated me. That's worth a ton.”—Attorney client, Santa Clara, June 2022.

“[The judge] was clear at our 995 Thursday that we will win on all arguments…She agreed with us it seemed on all issues but we won’t know for sure until she rules [on date]. Also she looooved your prospective argument. Anyway as always great job and looks like [AB] 333 is going to be ruled in our favor here!”—Attorney client, Santa Clara, CA, April 2022.

“Cheryl Nostradamus McLandrich’s [motion guide] pretty much anticipated [the prosecution’s] exact response. I almost wondered whether they read your memo before writing the opposition hahaha. Spot on.”—Attorney client, Orange County, CA, May 2021.
   
“Once again, your work is impeccable. No need for polish - it shines brightly as is. I just filed it moments ago.”—Attorney client, San Mateo, CA, Mar. 2022.

“Cheryl, I am thrilled with your turnaround and classy work product. Phew! I feel my power now:-)”—Attorney client, Solano County, CA, Oct. 2016.
     
“[Y]our work is freaking awesome! Thank you.”—Attorney client, Tuolumne County, CA, Mar. 2018.
     
“Cheryl, this is a pretty badass motion, thanks a lot for putting it together. I wish I could see the DAs face when she reads it.”—Co-Defendant’s Attorney, San Mateo, CA, Nov. 2021.
     
“Thank you for doing all this it really helped me to see what the issues were and your analysis gives me enough to feel capable at this point to make decisions. I truly appreciate all your work and love having you on my cases. Thanks so much!”—Attorney client, Santa Clara, CA July 2022.

“This is sick.”—Attorney client, Santa Clara, CA, Oct. 2021.

“I truly value your work, you are [an] expert at it!”—Attorney client, Orange County, CA, Sept. 2017.
     
“It’s great and so well written. You nailed all the issues.... I’ll have the best motion of all 4 defs! Thank you”—Attorney client, Monterey, CA, May 2022.
     
“Gang [enhancements] dismissed on all [nine defendants]. We lost the rest. Huge win! So happy thank you for all of your hard work. You did an exceptional job this is so much YOU! Thank you thank you thank you”—Attorney client, Santa Clara, CA, May 2021.
      
“Dear Cheryl You are the gift that keeps giving! Suppression motion you wrote with 6 year offer DA [name redacted] actually read motion last night dismissed today Way to go”—Attorney client, Solano County, CA, Apr. 2019.
     
“You are AMAZING!! Just wanted to give you an update on the motion to Quash and Traverse. The DA dismissed the case. Clients were extremely happy.”—Attorney client, Riverside, CA, May 2022.

“I am reading this and am, again, so impressed with your work. I'm going to come to Germany for a training seminar...”—Attorney client, San Francisco, CA, Nov. 2021.
     
“Great work. We got a no holding on everything we asked for. I think filing the Px brief was a great idea. The Judge said she read the cases over the weekend and was very helpful.”—Attorney client, Santa Clara, CA, June 2020.

“The motion was phenomenal. The DA is definitely on the ropes and he admitted he is just trying to salvage his case at this point.”—Attorney client, Sacramento, CA, Oct. 2017.
     
“Cheryl is incredibly valuable to our ability to maintain the high quality representation that people expect from [firm]. I literally had a case dismissed today due to her motions work.”—Attorney client, Santa Clara, CA, June 2021.

“Judge [] read [the Pen. Code 1538.5 motion] and TOLD THE DA TO DUMP THE CASE!! I GO BACK 9/30 TO SEE IF WE CAN MAKE THAT HAPPEN. I cannot thank you enough.”—Attorney client, Riverside, CA, Sept. 2016.

 

"This is a badass brief. I can't wait to see what happens with the First district!"—RJA specialist colleague, Santa Clara, CA, Jun. 2024.

“The DA really did not want to litigate your 1538.5… the unfriendliest man in the world became a sweetheart for a day. [We resolved for a terminal disposition misdemeanor.] The client is happy, no probation, no fines, and he cannot be drawn back into the case…The judge was duly impressed with the motion and told the DA to DUMP the case.”—Attorney client, San Bernardino, CA, Oct. 2016.
     
“You really did an amazing job on these. I'm forwarding to my two partners so that they can see the high caliber of your work.”—Attorney client, Santa Clara, CA, Apr. 2017.

 

"That response is fantastic! Love the picking apart of [judge's] 'reasoning'. You are a bad ass. Thank you."—Attorney client, Solano County, CA, Sept. 2024.
     
“Cheryl is a genius with motion work.”—Attorney client, Santa Clara, CA, Nov. 2018.

“We won [the motion to quash]—great ruling— great job—Love, the person who is reluctantly taking credit for you[r] brilliance : )”—Attorney client, Solano County, CA, Aug. 2017.
     
“Looks like DA is conceding your arguments. they only argue against [one count]. [Y]ou are awesome!”—Attorney client, Santa Clara, CA, Mar. 2022.

 

"As always, you were the smartest lawyer in the courtroom!"—Attorney client, Santa Clara, CA, Feb. 2024.

“We just had the hearing on the demurrer and DA lost, of course. Judge commented how rare it is to see a case exactly on point, such as the one you found. Thanks again.”—Attorney client, Nevada County, CA, Apr. 2017

“Thank you so much for your email and the simply excellent Miranda motion. I reviewed it and was super impressed  - much more thorough and better than I could have done in the time crunch I live in on a daily basis! I have no suggestions for edits.”—Attorney client, Solano County, CA, June 2016.

“[Y]ou are right on target with what I was thinking re: the warrants and went even further. You have a gift.”—Attorney client, Sacramento, CA, Nov. 2017.
     
“You truly wrote an outstanding and wonderful Motion.”—Attorney client, Los Angeles, CA Dec. 2020.

 

"I reviewed the draft RJA reply/amended motion and I think it is amazing! It is so well-written, well-researched and persuasive. And it was interesting to read. I liked the history, Birth of a Nation, etc., and I loved how you interwove the law with the facts and the history. I can’t say enough good things about your research and writing. You clearly put a lot of time into it. And you are clearly a very talented writer and thinker. Thank you!"—Attorney client, Solano County, CA Jan. 2024.

“We won the 995[/Johnson motion]!  Da lowered the standard with ‘possible’ language.  Great work. So, with the advantage to the defense, client resolved the case in his favor. Thanks again.”—Attorney client, San Joaquin, CA, Sept. 2017.

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"The case was formally dismissed yesterday, based on a number of factors. The bottom line was the [redacted] decision offering the DA a way out from getting egg on their collective faces having to fight our very strong RJA motion. Thank you for all your help here, which has been invaluable. Five years I’ve been fighting this one. It’s the right result."—Attorney client, San Mateo, CA Aug. 2024

“The DA dismissed [client’s] case and did not respond to your motion. You're awesome! Thank you.”—Attorney client, Santa Clara, CA, Aug. 2021

“I ended up talking to the DA about the predicate issue and she is actually going to concede it. Since she doesn't want to do another prelim she made a new offer WITHOUT the gang enhancement or allegations and the case is going to resolve. She said ‘after I lost 3 995's on the same issue in front of Judge [redacted], I am giving up the issue’. I know that those cases were your briefings so you should be proud of that ;)”—Attorney client, San Mateo, CA, June 2022 (emphasis added).

“I think you did an excellent job and I am very glad to have been referred to you.  I cannot tell you how desperately I have needed someone with your skills.”—Attorney client, Sacramento, CA, Sept. 2017.

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"Cheryl what a gorgeous motion and case memo! I agree with all of your suggestions and your feedback is super helpful for future prelims."—Attorney client, Santa Clara, CA, Jan. 2024.

 

"Cheryl’s briefing was outstanding as usual! I believe it was why the DA became so eager to resolve. Thank you Cheryl!!"—Attorney client, Santa Clara, CA, Aug. 2024.

“Cheryl-your motion was truly a work of art and made the best argument we could for the client.”—Attorney client, Monterey, CA, Dec. 2022.
     
“I can't tell you how much I appreciate your brilliance. You literally are the very BEST at what you do!”—Attorney client, Santa Clara, CA, Jul. 2022.

*This Website may contain references to various matters that have been handled by Cheryl McLandrich. The results portrayed in those matters were dependent upon the facts of those particular cases, and results will differ if based on different facts. Because every case is different, the descriptions of awards and cases previously handled are not intended to imply or guarantee success in other cases.