Practice Areas in Chico:

Criminal Defense, Family Law, Personal Injury & Real Estate

Facing legal trouble in Northern California can make you feel completely overwhelmed. If you need a Chico law firm to protect your future, the Rooney Law Firm brings 30 years of Butte County court experience and a 95 percent contested trial win rate directly to your side. You will work directly with Michael Rooney to resolve your criminal defense, family law, personal injury, or real estate matter. Choose your practice area below to see how we can handle your case.

Criminal Defense

Facing criminal charges in the Butte County Superior Court can put your freedom, your job, and your entire future at risk. Whether you are dealing with a misdemeanor, a felony, a DUI, or domestic violence, you need a defense that uncovers the real facts. The Rooney Law Firm is one of the few criminal defense firms in Northern California with in-house CVSA testing. We use this exact voice-stress tool, the same one law enforcement relies on, exclusively to build your defense and protect your rights.

Criminal cases we handle

Family Law

Going through a divorce or a difficult custody dispute can leave you feeling completely overwhelmed about your future and your children. Rooney Law provides the steady, practical guidance you need to navigate these stressful emotional choices and protect what matters most. We work to safeguard your parental rights and secure your financial stability in the Butte County Superior Court. Speak directly with Michael Rooney to build a clear path forward for your family.

Family law matters we handle

Personal Injury

Getting hurt because someone else was careless can turn your life upside down in an instant. Medical bills pile up and missed work puts your family under massive financial stress while you try to heal from your injuries. Rooney Law steps in to handle the insurance companies and fight for the full recovery you need to make your life whole again. We bring 30 years of local courtroom experience to your case so you can focus entirely on your physical recovery.

Injury cases we handle

Real Estate Law

A property dispute, a non-disclosure conflict, or a transaction gone wrong can threaten your financial security and cause massive personal stress. Rooney Law steps in to protect your investments, your home, and your rights when property agreements fail or boundary lines are crossed. We bring 30 years of local courtroom experience to clear up title issues, resolve ownership battles, and handle dangerous property conditions in the Butte County Superior Court. Speak directly with Michael Rooney today to secure your land and your peace of mind.

Real estate matters we handle

Why Rooney Law Firm

Choosing the right legal protection determines how securely you move past a crisis and protect your future. The Rooney Law Firm brings proven courtroom success and decades of local experience directly to your case, ensuring you never get passed off to a junior associate or assistant.

Our record in Chico and Butte County stands on concrete results:

  • 30 plus years of experience defending individuals in Northern California courtrooms since 1994.
  • A 95 percent win rate in contested trials when your future depends on a definitive verdict.
  • Direct access to Michael Rooney, meaning you speak directly with the lead attorney throughout your case.
  • Deep local insight from a former prosecutor and public defender who knows exactly how the Butte County District Attorney builds cases.
  • Advanced defense tools, as one of the few Northern California firms providing in-house CVSA testing for the defense.
  • Recognized local excellence, named top law firm 12 times by the Chico News and Review.
  • Demonstrated professional capability, featuring a California State Senate Award and attorneys who passed the California State Bar on their first attempt.

Frequently Asked Questions

Rooney Law Firm handles criminal defense, family law, personal injury, and real estate matters in the Butte County Superior Court. Michael Rooney resolves complex trials, felony charges, divorces, custody disputes, injury claims, and property conflicts. Our firm brings 30 plus years of local courtroom experience to every case we accept.

Our office is located at 1458 Esplanade, Chico, CA 95926. We primarily serve clients throughout Chico and Butte County. We also represent individuals with legal matters in Redding, Yuba City, and across Northern California.

Yes, you will work directly with Michael Rooney from your very first consultation until your legal matter is fully resolved. Our firm does not pass your case off to a junior associate, paralegal, or intake clerk. You maintain a direct line of communication with your lead trial attorney.

Our firm brings a 95 percent win rate in contested trials and over 30 years of local courtroom experience to your side. Michael Rooney is a former prosecutor and public defender who knows exactly how local cases are built. We also offer specialized, in-house CVSA testing for criminal defense clients.

Yes, your initial consultation is completely free, confidential, and carries absolutely no obligation. We review the specific details of your situation and explain your legal options clearly. Most client phone calls are returned the very same day.

Take the Next Step

Resolving a high-stakes legal crisis starts with getting clear, straightforward answers about your rights and your options. You do not have to carry the stress of an upcoming court date, a difficult family dispute, or a mounting financial burden alone. Reaching out for professional clarity involves no pressure and costs you nothing. Speak directly with an attorney who knows the local courts and can help you protect your future.

Talk to a Lawyer Today. No Cost. No Obligation.

Your first conversation is free and confidential. You speak directly with Michael Rooney.

Our goal is to help people in the best way possible. this is a basic principle in every case and cause for success. contact us today for a free consultation. 

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