TIEMANN DEFENSE

Roland X. Tiemann graduated from Sacramento State University, California with a degree in the Biological Sciences and obtained his law degree from Lincoln Law School, Sacramento. Mr. Tiemann has aggressively represented 1000’s of people arrested for felony and misdemeanor offenses with a special emphasis on DUI, domestic violence, drug, and gun offenses.

Mr. Tiemann has successfully handled 100’s of applications, hearings, and contested motions for both mental health and military diversion cases.  Our expertise in diversion options for clients sets us apart from other law firms in that we fight for our client’s right to participate in treatment instead of punishment and jail.  We work with our client’s medical professionals to establish eligibility for diversion including obtaining medical records, diagnosis, and treatment plans.        

Kelsey Berezin is Tiemann Defense’s Senior Managing Attorney and handles all case management and litigation issues. She began working with Tiemann Defense in 2015 and has over 15 years of criminal defense experience. Over the years, Mrs. Berezin has negotiated thousands of favorable resolutions for clients including reduced punishment, reduced charges, and dismissals.

Mrs. Berezin graduated from California State University, Chico, majoring in Political Science with an emphasis in Legal Studies. Following her graduation from Chico State, she attended Lincoln Law School in Sacramento. Before joining Tiemann Defense, Mrs. Berezin worked at the Sacramento County Public Defender’s Office.

In her capacity as senior managing attorney, Mrs. Berezin will contact you to review the police reports, discuss defenses and various case resolutions including mental health or military diversion. Mrs. Berezin has successfully handled 100’s of applications, hearings, and contested motions for both mental health and military diversion cases. Her expertise in diversion options for clients allows us to fight for our client’s right to participate in treatment instead of punishment and jail. We work with our client’s medical professionals to establish eligibility for diversion including obtaining medical records, diagnosis, and treatment plans.

Michael Berezin – Managing Litigation Attorney

Michael Berezin is Tiemann Defense’s Managing Litigation attorney and handles all firm related litigation including in-person court hearings and trials.  Mr. Berezin earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Houston before relocating to California.  He received his Juris Doctor degree from Lincoln Law School of Sacramento and began his legal career in civil litigation.  He is a passionate proponent of your Constitutional rights and works diligently to ensure those rights are protected in every stage of your case.  This dedication to individual rights and liberties is what led him to criminal defense and what drives his tenacious work ethic to help you obtain the best resolution in the case.

In his capacity as the managing litigation attorney, Mr. Berezin will contact you to review the police reports and discuss defenses and various case resolutions including mental health or military diversion options.  Mr. Berezin has extensive experience in the diversion motion process and has successfully litigated many contested diversion motions in court.  By presenting expert testimony, medical documentation, and supporting witness testimony, Mr. Berezin is able to forcefully oppose any objections the prosecutor has to our clients participating in a diversion program.  Due to his vigorous advocacy, many of our clients are able to take advantage of the diversion process instead of incarceration. 

Aaron Cadiz is a former Deputy District Attorney for the Sacramento County District Attorney’s Office. During his time at the DA’s office, he gained invaluable trial and motion experience, especially in the field of DUI and serious felony offenses. Mr. Cadiz has personally handled hundreds of misdemeanor and felony criminal cases including jury trials.

In his capacity as the senior litigation attorney, Mr. Cadiz will contact you to review the police reports, discuss defenses and various case resolutions including mental health or military diversion options.  Mr. Cadiz has extensive experience in the diversion motion process and has successfully litigated many contested diversion motions in court.  By presenting expert testimony, medical documentation, and supporting witness testimony, Mr. Cadiz is able to forcefully oppose any objections the prosecutor has to our clients participating in a diversion program.  Due to his vigorous advocacy, many of our clients are able to take advantage of the diversion process instead of incarceration. 

Mr. Bob is a former Placer County Public Defender.  He received his Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from California State University, Sacramento and his Juris Doctorate from the University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law.

During his time at the Public Defender’s office, Mr. Bob handled thousands of cases and gained valuable trial experience including misdemeanors, DUIs, serious felonies, and homicide.  Known for his meticulous preparation and strategic advocacy, Mr. Bob is highly proficient in complex legal research, drafting persuasive motions, arguing contested hearings, and negotiating favorable plea agreements.  His commitment to securing just outcomes for his clients extends to alternatives to incarceration including placement in Mental Health and Military Diversion programs.

In his position as Senior litigation attorney, Mr. Bob will contact you to review police reports, discuss various case resolutions including mental health and military diversion options.  Mr. Bob has extensive experience in the diversion motion process and has successfully litigated many contested diversion motions in court.  By presenting expert testimony, medical documentation, and supporting witness testimony, Mr. Bob is able to forcefully oppose any objections the prosecutor has to our clients participating in a diversion program.  Due to his vigorous advocacy, many of our clients are able to take advantage of the diversion process instead of incarceration.