Sometimes a single hotel booking can turn into a life-changing nightmare. In October 2025, Nam tried to save $200 by asking his niece to book a Hilton room in San Jose through a third-party travel agency. On the third day of their trip, three police officers suddenly showed up at the hotel room door and arrested him and his girlfriend.
The hotel had flagged the reservation as a fraudulent credit card payment, a felony-level accusation. They bailed out that night, but the damage was done. For two long months, they waited for a court date, living with fear and sleepless nights.
“Mr. Arant is a deeply warm, honest, and highly skilled expert in felony defense, and we are forever grateful.” – Nam
Finding a steady hand in a scary moment
A close friend told Nam about attorney Adam Arant of The Arant Law Group, APC. Nam had already spoken with two other firms. Adam’s quote came in lower, but what stood out most was the way he listened and explained each step.
Nam shared that Adam returned calls and emails within 24 hours and walked him through what to expect. That clear communication gave Nam and his girlfriend a sense of control in a situation that felt overwhelming.
Adam later reflected, “When Nam came to see me, I could immediately see how distressed these false allegations caused him to feel. He had lost sleep over what might happen to him if he had to return to jail.”
A focused criminal defense strategy
For Nam’s criminal defense matter, The Arant Law Group, APC did not wait for the hearing to see what would happen. The firm contacted the supervising district attorney who reviews cases to decide whether to file charges. They sent documentation showing that Nam was actually a victim of the situation, not a person who should face prosecution.
The day before the scheduled hearing, Adam met with Nam to walk him through the courtroom process and confirm that the prosecution had the materials they needed to review. When they arrived at court, Nam’s name never appeared on the docket. Adam then walked with him to another building to double-check and confirm that the case had been dismissed. Learning that no charges would be filed brought real relief. Justice was served.
Service that goes beyond the minimum
Even after the case ended, Adam voluntarily issued Nam a partial refund for unused funds, even though the contract did not require it. That choice reflected the firm’s values: fairness, honesty, and respect for each client’s trust.
Nam’s words say it best: *“We are forever grateful.”*
If you or someone you care about faces criminal charges and needs personalized, attentive defense, contact The Arant Law Group, APC today at (888) 561-2002 for a free initial consultation.