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Serving Ventura County

Criminal Law Service Areas

Our Approach

Relentless Advocacy. Real Results.

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Strategic Defense

Every case starts with a thorough analysis and a custom defense strategy tailored to your goals.

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Aggressive Representation

We don’t back down. We challenge the prosecution and fight for the best possible outcome.

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Client-Focused

We keep you informed, support you every step of the way, and never treat you like a case number.

Do not settle for an attorney looking for the easiest way to settle your case.

MEET THE ATTORNEY

Hali Ford

A Fierce Advocate For Ventura County Families

Hali Ford founded Freedom Law 805 to protect clients’ rights and fight for their freedom—whether from criminal accusations, family disputes, or juvenile court challenges.

Former Ventura County
Public Defender

Fluent in English & Spanish

40+ Jury Trials Tried to Verdict

Ventura County Local Attorney

Thousands of Cases Handled

Compassionate. Strategic. Fearless.

Freedom Law 805, A Professional Law Corporation

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Based on 7 reviews

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Reylene Arguelles

5 months ago

Hali is an incredibly kind and knowledgeable person. I needed legal assistance for my son’s education on his IEP, and she genuinely fulfilled her promises. If I ever need legal assistance again, I would definitely go to her.

S L

11 months ago

After getting arrested and having been to prison before 12 years ago . I picked up a case and I was fighting 2 felonies . I hired Hali after seeing how good she was with being sons lawyer and fighting for him. She also fought for me and got my felonies dropped to one misdemeanor time served and a 6 month review for dismissal. I would definitely recommend her and I would definitely hire her again. I’ve been Thur a lot of different lawyers and she has been the best one I’ve ever had and I did not actually get time . So if you need a lawyer don’t hesitate hire her!!!!! Thanks Hali for not letting the system tear my family apart !

Amandeep Grover

1 year ago

Hali is a fierce victims’ advocate; talking to her brings clarity and confidence. In situations where the aggressor attempts to distort the truth and play the victim — as mine did — she has a remarkable ability to cut through the noise and present the reality with precision.
Her skills in depositions, trial work, and cross-examination are outstanding and she knows exactly how to elicit the right testimony. She fought for me during an especially difficult situation, where my ex was involved with his attorney — something that complicated the dynamics significantly.
Her balanced approach between litigation and settlement is rare and invaluable. Since my case was transferred to her, not only did I feel more protected legally, but my mental health significantly improved as well.
If you are looking for someone who will truly stand by you, advocate for truth, and handle even the most complex situations with skill and compassion, I can’t recommend Hali enough.

Marilyn E. Moreno

1 year ago

Hali was amazing. I had been told that I could face a jail sentence, lose my license and a huge fine. On May 2025, Hali managed to convince the judge that i receive a $300 fine. Unbelievable; she made the process so easy for me. HIRE HALI whenever you find yourself in need of a great lawyer.

Cristal

1 year ago

I was in such a dark place in my mind, and Hali has a way of connecting with people. She understood where I was coming from and helped me. Because of her compassion and fighting for me, I am now working on getting my counseling degree, I mentor other women that have been in my past position and i am able to give them hope for a new beginning. Hali’s belief in me has allowed me to change for the better. I have hope now and a future full of goodness. Thank you, Hali, for fighting and believing in me. It’s people like you that make this world a better place. Heal the brokenhearted, and society will live in peace.

PROUDLY SERVING

Ventura County

We proudly represent clients in every city and community across Ventura County.

Coverage Across Ventura County

Freedom Law 805 defends criminal cases in every community across Ventura County. Whether you were arrested in downtown Ventura, at the harbor in Oxnard, along the 101 corridor in Camarillo, or in the east-county communities of Thousand Oaks and Simi Valley, attorney Hali Ford handles the case personally from arraignment through disposition.

Criminal Law Ventura — the county seat and home of the Ventura Hall of Justice, where most Ventura County criminal cases are filed and heard.
Criminal Law Oxnard — Ventura County’s largest city, with distinct enforcement patterns and an active DA vertical.
Criminal Law Camarillo — a fast-growing 101-corridor city where DUI, drug, and traffic-related cases are common.
Criminal Law Port Hueneme — coastal community adjacent to Naval Base Ventura County; military-adjacent matters are common.
Criminal Law Moorpark — east-county city whose matters are typically heard at the Simi Valley East County Courthouse.
Criminal Law Thousand Oaks — affluent Conejo Valley suburb; DUI, theft, and juvenile-adjacent matters are common.
Criminal Law Simi Valley — gateway to the Santa Susana Pass and home of the East County Courthouse where local matters are heard.
Criminal Law Newbury Park — Thousand Oaks-adjacent community; cases here route through the East County Courthouse.

All of our criminal matters are handled at the Ventura County Superior Court — either the Hall of Justice in downtown Ventura for west-county matters, or the East County Courthouse in Simi Valley for east-county matters. That day-in, day-out local presence — knowing the courtrooms, the calendars, and the individual judges and prosecutors — consistently produces better outcomes than firms that only appear in Ventura County occasionally. Explore our full criminal defense practice, learn more about attorney Hali Ford, or contact us for a free consultation. Additional background on the local court and county is available through the County of Ventura and the Ventura County Bar Association.