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Sommer Salam is a former criminal prosecutor who served as a District Attorney for over eight years before becoming a criminal defense attorney. As a result of her substantial time at the D.A.’s office, she handled virtually every type of criminal case, from filing and investigation stages, to negotiating plea bargains, to preliminary hearings, all the way through trial.. Sommer Salam’s level of experience handling this vast array of both felony and misdemeanor cases for so many years gives her a unique perspective on what the D.A. needs in order to successfully prosecute a case…and what it will take to weaken and eventually break the D.A.’s case.. In her final years at the District Attorney’s office, Sommer Salam specialized primarily in Domestic Violence cases at both the felony and misdemeanor levels, giving her a deep and specific understanding of cases involving Domestic Violence and how to beat them.. Sommer Salam is passionate about what she does. She cares immensely about each of her clients and will take the time to listen thoroughly to the facts of their cases and strategize with them in order to achieve the best result possible. She understands that a criminal case - at any level - can be devastating to a person's life and affect their job, their family and their overall well-being, so she puts her all into making sure they come out of their cases feeling extremely satisfied with the result. Sommer Salam takes winning very seriously, and has never lost a case at trial.

I am the Managing Partner of Imhoff & Associates, P.C. Originally from Chicago, I am admitted to practice law in Illinois, California, and Pennsylvania. I received a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science from Lewis University, and earned a JD from the Illinois Institute of Technology/Chicago-Kent College of Law in 1989. From 2000 through 2002, I was the Assistant Coach for the trial team at Loyola University School of Law.. I am currently a member of the State Bar of California, California Public Defenders Association, San Bernardino County Bar, San Fernando Valley Bar Association, and California Attorneys for Criminal Justice (CACJ), State Bar of Illinois, and the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (NACDL).. Please review our video library for more information on our services.  You can listen to an interview of me on KFI AM 640, on the Tim Conway Jr. Radio Showon .

The Law Offices of James E. Blatt is a national law firm dedicated to the defense of those charged with or under investigation for the commission of state or federal offenses. We are counselors, strategists, and advocates for a wide variety of individuals at all stages of criminal proceedings.

Jerod Gunsberg is the founder and lead attorney of the Law Offices of Jerod Gunsberg. He is a seasoned criminal law defense attorney, representing clients in all California state and federal criminal matters. He focuses his practice on many different types of criminal cases, including misdemeanors, violent offenses, complex narcotics, white collar crime, medical marijuana defense, sex crimes, elder abuse, computer crime and juvenile criminal issues.. Mr. Gunsberg spent the early part of his career in the entertainment industry and even owning his own independent record label for a time. When he decided to follow his life long dream of practicing law, there was no turning back. He graduated from New York University where he was a University Honors Scholar. He was then recruited by some of Los Angeles County’s top criminal defense trial lawyers to represent clients on serious felony matters including murders, sex offenses, major narcotics cases, and complex fraud cases at both the state and federal level.. Mr. Gunsberg’s notable recent federal matters include a securities fraud and wire fraud case in which the government alleged a $5 million loss; a 2000kg marijuana distribution conspiracy; one of the largest seizures of PCP in the history of the United States; and representing a client accused of smuggling dozens of weapons into the United States aboard a commercial aircraft. This is in addition to the wide variety of other federal matters Mr. Gunsberg handles, including pre-indictment representation at the early stages of federal investigations. In that vein, he has also worked extensively with federal agencies in defending these types of matters, including the FBI, DEA, Secret Service, Homeland Security, IRS CID, USPIS (US Postal Inspectors), USDA and the Department of Education, among others.. A pursuit Mr. Gunsberg is particularly devoted to is the defense of children and teenagers in the criminal justice system. He received a national award for his work in defending minors in Los Angeles County’s juvenile courts and was featured in the Los Angeles Times for his work towards juvenile justice reform. Mr. Gunsberg has represented juvenile clients in conjunction with of the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), Public Counsel, and is frequently retained by other criminal defense attorneys as an expert consultant on juvenile delinquency matters.. Named one of California’s "Rising Star" criminal defense attorneys by “Super Lawyers,” Mr. Gunsberg is also active in the legal community he serves. He is a member of the following organizations: the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, California Attorneys for Criminal Justice, the Los Angeles Criminal Courts Bar Association, Americans for Safe Access, the Drug Policy Alliance Network, the Pacific Juvenile Defender’s Association, the Los Angeles County Bar Association, the Beverly Hills Bar Association and the American Bar Association.. Mr. Gunsberg is admitted to practice in all California State Courts and the United States District Court for the Central District of California, the Southern District of California, and the District of Colorado.

Ian Wallach is a trial lawyer at heart. He zealously and vigorously fights for his clients, taking great pleasure in his work.  He combines his strong academic and writing skills--polished while at a national law firm -- with the litigation tactics learned in his many jury trials as a public defender.. While at U.C. Hastings in 1999, Mr. Wallach was chosen for a clerkship with the Office of the Prosecutor for the International Criminal Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia in the Hague, and participated in drafting the indictment of Slobodan Milosevic. He then joined the prestigious firm of Luce, Forward, Hamilton & Scripps at its New York office where he worked in civil litigation until 2003.  He is admitted to practice in both New York and California, and is a member of the Bar of the United States Supreme Court, among other Federal Courts.. Mr. Wallach opened his own firm in 2005, and his pro bono work included representing three Guantanamo Bay detainees in federal habeas actions in connection with the Center for Constitutional Rights.. In 2006, Mr. Wallach moved to Los Angeles and joined the Office of the Public Defender.  He tried approximately 30 jury trials in less than two years, and established himself as an exceptional trial attorney.  He was also able to resolve hundreds of matters without needing to push for trial, although he was always willing, if not hungry, to try the case -- a quality that distinguishes him from most attorneys and makes him exceptionally effective in obtaining favorable outcomes for his clients.. Mr. Wallach has published several articles on justice, hosted a show about issues of criminal justice reform ("Wallach on Law"), and appeared on radio and television shows nationwide addressing issues of criminal justice.  His firm, The Law Offices of Ian Wallach, is dedicated exclusively to criminal defense and civil rights.

I am  an experienced and compassionate lawyer who works to agressively defend my clients' rights and protect their integrity. I can provide you with peace of mind knowing you have chosen me to defend you. I handle each case I take, whether misdemeanor or felony, with the same dedication and tenacity to provide you with the best possible disposition. I am prepared to take your case, fight for your rights, and see that justice is served.

As an award-winning criminal defense and trial attorney, Alexandra Kazarian boasts an impressive track record, representing clients in thousands of cases across a spectrum of misdemeanors and felonies. Her extensive courtroom experience includes conducting hundreds of preliminary hearings and achieving numerous jury verdicts in her clients' favor. Alexandra is well-equipped to manage even the most challenging legal situations, always prioritizing her clients’ best interests and ensuring they do not accept unsatisfactory plea deals. Previously, she held a position as Of Counsel at Geragos & Geragos. Alexandra earned her Juris Doctorate from Pepperdine University, Malibu, California, and has been recognized as “Lawyer of the Year” in both criminal and civil law, highlighting her exceptional skill and dedication in her field.

R.J. Manuelian is a highly regarded criminal defense attorney with a prominent presence in the legal community and media. Serving as a speaker, consultant, and legal professional, he frequently appears as a commentator on leading media platforms, including FOX News, CNN, and MSNBC, among others. R.J. has lent his unique legal skills to high-profile cases involving figures like Lindsay Lohan, Senator John Edwards, Dr. Conrad Murray, and Casey Anthony. His legal commentary covers a wide array of notable cases, including those of Amanda Knox, George Zimmerman, and Bill Cosby. Named a Rising Star by Southern California Super Lawyers from 2007 to 2011 and a Super Lawyer from 2013 onwards, R.J. consistently stands out in his field. He is also recognized by the National Trial Lawyers as a Top 100 Lawyer since 2013. Based in downtown Los Angeles at the OUE Tower, his firm extends its reach with satellite offices in Boston and Washington D.C., providing criminal defense services nationwide.

Seppi Esfandi is a criminal defense attorney who is also a DUI expert in Criminal Law. He has practiced criminal law for almost 18 years since graduating from UCLA Law School in 2000.. Call Seppi for a free consultation:. feel free to visit our other sites:

Martin Lijtmaer focuses primarily on criminal defense.  His law firm, LIJT LAW, handles everything from simple bench warrant recalls and drug possession to complex white-collar and RICO conspiracy cases.   LIJT LAW's philosophy is to provide its clients with The Complete Defense through aggressive litigation, comprehensive investigative services, and dependable and honest attorney-client communication.   LIJT LAW leaves no stones unturned when working your case.. Martin Lijtmaer se centra principalmente en la defensa penal. Su oficina, LIJT LAW, se ocupa de todas clases de casos desde posesión de drogas y ordenes de arresto hasta casos complejos como delitos de cuello blanco y homicidio.. La filosofía LIJT es proveer a sus clientes con la defensa completa a través de litigios agresivos, servicios integrales de investigación, y la comunicación entre abogado y cliente confiable y honesto.  LIJT LAW analiza todos los ángulos cuando trabaja su caso.

Joseph A. Tang is an experienced trial attorney who will relentlessly advocate and fight for your rights. Joseph’s reputation and track record of proven results in court has resulted in The Joseph A. Tang Law Firm being known as one of the most trusted and reliable law firms in Southern California. Consistently rated a Top 100 criminal defense trial attorney by The National Trial Lawyers on a yearly basis, Joseph is ready to use his legal experience, knowledge, and reputation to assist you and your family.

Attorney Chad Lewin has spent over 20 years vigorously defending clients in Los Angeles courtrooms. A UCLA Law graduate and lifelong Angeleno, he has built a reputation for navigating the city’s complex legal system with insight gained from decades of experience and deep familiarity with local judges and prosecutors. Known for his aggressive approach, meticulous preparation, and unwavering professionalism, Mr. Lewin has helped countless clients facing serious charges achieve favorable outcomes—including case dismissals, not guilty verdicts, and significant charge reductions. Outside the courtroom, he is a recognized legal commentator for CNN and Fox News, and his high-profile cases have been featured by CBS, NBC, ABC, KCAL9, KTLA, and major print outlets. He’s also represented celebrities on reality shows like Growing Up Hip Hop and Sisterhood of Hip Hop. His accolades include the 2020 National Trial Lawyers Top 100 Criminal Defense award, Best Attorneys of America recognition, an AVVO 10.0 rating, and membership in premier legal organizations such as the ABA, the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, the National College for DUI Defense and, the Los Angeles County Bar Association.

My name is David Alexander Russomanno, and I am an aggressive, relentless and knowledgable criminal defense attorney based in Los Angeles.  I defend my clients in all of the courts in California.  I approach every case, misdemeanor or felony with the same aggressive attitude and, most importantly, experience to provide you with the best possible disposition, such as a dismissal or acquittal. If you or someone close to you has been arrested, it is of the utmost importance that you retain a criminal defense attorney immediately because, among many things, certain rights inherent to a defendant can be waived if you wait too long.. I am licensed with the State Bar of California and admitted to practice before all California State courts and the United States District Court for the Central District of California.

As the founder of Martinian & Associates, I have been recognized by my peers, clients, and the public as a skilled trial attorney in California. I have developed a reputation as a passionate advocate for justice by representing clients with a high level of skill. Trained by legendary trial lawyers, I provide effective and aggressive representation in every case I undertake. I have a proven track record of assisting individuals who have been harmed by the wrongful conduct of others or charged with a crime.

Arash Hashemi’s first career goal was to play basketball in the NBA. One day, when he was 14, a family friend commented that Arash would be a good lawyer and should pursue law. Something clicked in Arash’s head and from that day on, he was determined to become a lawyer. In December 2002, Arash was officially sworn in as an active member of The State Bar of California. The very next day, he was in court, taking part in a bench trial, and by March 1, 2003, he established the Law Offices of Arash Hashemi.. Since then, Arash has handled a wide variety of criminal cases—from petty theft to complex felonies, including murder—with a particular focus on self-defense cases. He has represented thousands of Californians accused of violating probation or parole, and has argued before the California Court of Appeals. Arash is admitted to practice before all California State Courts and the United States District Court for the Northern, Eastern, Central, and Southern Districts of California.. In addition to his legal practice, Arash is the host of the podcast “Hashing Out the Law,” where he explores various legal topics and issues. He also serves as the president of the Criminal Courts Bar Association for 2024 and regularly volunteers at the Mesereau Free Legal Clinic in South Los Angeles. During his free time, he enjoys playing basketball and photography.

While in law school, Joe was a law clerk for both the Civil Division and Criminal Division of the United States Attorney's Office in San Diego. Joe worked as a Certified Legal Intern at the Major Narcotics Unit of the San Diego District Attorney's Office. After graduation from law school, Joe was a law clerk in the Ventura County District Attorney's Office until he became a Ventura County Deputy District Attorney in 1996.. DEPUTY DISTRICT ATTORNEYLos Angeles County for 12 years. In November of 1997, Joe became a Deputy District Attorney for the County of Los Angeles. Joe served as a prosecutor in the Long Beach, Norwalk, San Fernando, Van Nuys, Santa Monica (now Airport), Bellflower, Downey, Whittier, Huntington Park, East Los Angeles, El Monte, Alhambra, Santa Clarita, and Eastlake courthouses.. 66 FELONY JURY TRIALS14 Murders & Attempted Murders. During his twelve years as a prosecutor, Joe tried sixty-six felony jury trials including seven homicides, seven attempted murders, and multiple robbery, carjacking, kidnapping, assault with a deadly weapon, child molestation, sexual assault, domestic violence, witness intimidation, gang enhancement, firearms enhancement, three strikes, burglary, theft, felony driving under the influence, drug possession, and manufacture and sales trials. In addition, Joe tried numerous misdemeanor cases including driving under the influence and domestic violence, and conducted countless juvenile adjudications and preliminary hearings.. SEX CRIMES EXPERTISE. At various times in his career, Joe was assigned to the Victim Impact Program (V.I.P.) which vertically prosecuted sex crimes, felony domestic violence, and stalking. As a V.I.P. prosecutor, Joe was responsible for interviewing victims with law enforcement, determining whether a crime had occurred, filing charges in the case, and personally handling the case through jury trial, if necessary.. In one of Joe's jury trials as a defense attorney, the client was one of four defendants charged by the Major Narcotics Unit with felony child abuse, and manufacturing and possession for sale of a large quantity of PCP. After Joe's cross examination of the police officers and prosecution experts, and the presentation of a defense expert, the judge dismissed the case against the client before the jury had the opportunity to reach a decision.. Joe is regarded as an elite criminal defense attorney since leaving the District Attorney's Office to pursue private practice in October of 2008 with his partner, Anthony Falangetti. Joe is a creative and critical thinker with a comforting bed-side manner who utilizes his knowledge of the prosecutor's job, his trial skills, and his professional relationships to achieve the best possible result for his clients.. As a defense attorney, Joe has obtained several dismissals and reductions for his clients, and Joe's peers often seek his advice on legal issues and jury trial tactics. Attorney Weimortz has recently been included in the list of California Super Lawyers® for 2014, an honor given to less than 5% of lawyers throughout the state.

Before founding McDowell & Associates, Attorneys, Mr. McDowell was an associate at one of Southern California’s largest Defense Firms. While there, he was responsible for handling various matters that ran the gamut from small routine matters to large disputes involving complex legal issues and significant amounts of money. During this time, Mr. McDowell worked with and represented numerous top medical, scientific, criminal and mechanical experts in preparation for trial.. Mr. McDowell graduated from Southwestern Law School in Southern California with top honors. He was a member of the Dean’s List and was the recipient of the Dean’s Scholarship. Mr. McDowell was the Lead Articles Editor as well as a board member of the Southwestern Law Review in addition to being a teaching assistant and tutor for various Criminal Law classes.. While still in law school, Mr. McDowell served as a certified law clerk for the United States Attorney’s Office, for the District of Nevada, working on the Organized Crime Strike Force. While with the USDOJ, Mr. McDowell handled daily criminal appearances on behalf of the U.S. Government as well as prosecuting DUI’s at trail for which he was recognized as a skilled litigator. Mr. McDowell was also selected to intern in the United States District Court, Southern District of California for the Honorable Dean D. Pregerson.. After taking the California bar, but still waiting for the results, Mr. McDowell won one of nine ABOTA Fellowships. The Fellowship is designed to give new attorney’s experience in various aspects of the legal profession. Mr. McDowell spent time working in the offices of a Plaintiff and Defense Attorney as well as in the chambers of a Family Law Judge.. Mr. McDowell is a member of The American Bar Association, The Los Angeles County Bar Association, The Beverly Hills Bar Association, The Association of Southern California Defense Counsel, The Consumer Attorney’s Association of Los Angeles, and the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.. As the founder of McDowell & Associates, Attorneys, Mr. McDowell is dedicated to helping people resolve any legal problem they may be facing. He is committed to offering every client personalized representation, while preserving their dignity. Mr. McDowell offers a general legal practice well equipped to squarely and promptly address any legal issues or concerns you may be facing.

AARON P. MCALLISTER - Awarded Super Lawyers, Rising Star in 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018 & 2017. RECEIVED MORE THAN 60 LEGAL AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS SINCE 2015 RELATED TO OUTSTANDING SERVICE, ADVOCACY, CASE RESULTS, AND REPRESENTATION.. Since starting his solo practice in 2015, Mr. McAllister's case results include: (i) felony jury trial, client facing more than 20 years prison, jury voted 12 to 0 NOT GUILTY; (ii) DUI jury trial, CASE DISMISSED after jury voted 7 to 5 NOT GUILTY; (iii) multiple CASES DISMISSED on the first day of trial; (iv) multiple CASES DISMISSED during negotiations with prosecutor; (v) multiple felony counts REDUCED to misdemeanors at preliminary hearings; (vi) multiple felony counts REDUCED to misdemeanors during negotiations with prosecutor; (vi) D.A. REJECTS based on negotiations with prosecutor prior to case being filed, and more.  Please see case results section for more information on some of our outstanding case results. *Disclaimer on case results:  prior case results cannot guarantee similar outcomes on your case or future cases.. Mr. McAllister is passionate about criminal defense and civil rights; his passion stems from the negative experiences that many of his family members and friends have had with the criminal justice system.  Being arrested or having a loved one arrested can be a scary, frustrating, and stressful experience, and the collateral consequences of an arrest or conviction can last a lifetime.  Mr. McAllister founded his law firm to fight for the best possible results and help people during this difficult time; indeed, he uses his skills, passion, knowledge and expertise to fight for an outcome that will minimize both the direct and collateral consequences of having contact with the criminal justice system.. Mr. McAllister gradauted from Howard University School of Law in 2009.  His work experience includes (i) the D.C. Public Defender Service, and (ii) White & Case LLP - a top ranked international law firm.  Before starting his own law firm, he received mentoring and training from some of the top attorneys in the nation.. Mr. McAllister is licensed to practice in the State of California (state cases) as well as the United States District Court for the Central District of California (federal cases).  He represents juveniles and adults in misdemeanor and felony cases.

Hooman Kazemi serves as a Deputy Public Defender with the Los Angeles County Public Defender's Office, where he is currently a Trainer.  He trains newly hired lawyers in advanced trial advocacy and substantive principles and mentors them through their first trials.  Previously he defended clients through Jury Trial against all types of felony charges filed by the prosecutor's office. Mr. Kazemi has tried nearly 75 cases to judges and juries at the felony, juvenile, and misdemeaner level, achieving exceptional results. In recognition of his outstanding trial record, Mr. Kazemi was named 2010 California Trial Lawyer of the Year by the state-wide criminal defense bar assocation The Private Defenders.. Mr. Kazemi is also a Faculty Lecturer with the University of Southern California, a position he has held since 2007. He is the Assistant Program Director of the Dornsife Trial Advocacy Program and co-teaches "Trial Advocacy: Theory and Practice". Mr. Kazemi earned his law degree from Loyola Law School. At Loyola, he was a member of the nationally ranked Byrne Trial Advocacy team and participated in the Williams Civil Rights Litigation Clinic. He earned First Honors in Franchise Law, Trial Advocacy, and Advanced Trial Advocacy. Mr. Kazemi earned his undergraduate degree in International Relations from the University of Southern California, where he was a member of the undergraduate trial advocacy team and recipient of the Freeman Foundation Explore East Asia scholarship and Alumni Achievement Award.