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Lawrence Dorian Kleinman, experienced Criminal Defense, Personal Injury attorney in Van Nuys, CA with 15 reviews
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20 Feb, 2025 by Empower mind hypnotherapy
Great experience working with Julia. Highly professional and attentive personnel. Thank you for your service!
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18 Feb, 2025 by Lana владимировна
I had great experience with Yulia Sklar’s law office. They provided clear guidance, answered all my questions, and worked tirelessly for the best outcome. Their professionalism and compassion made a tough situation easier. I highly recommend them.
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18 Feb, 2025 by Tatyana kuzmina
I was incredibly impressed with Low office of Yulia Sklar’s expertise in my complex legal matter. They explained everything clearly, always answered my questions, and fought tirelessly to achieve the best possible outcome. Their compassion and professionalism made a difficult situation much more manageable, and I would highly recommend them to anyone requiring legal represent.
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Kathy Marie Wolf, experienced Criminal Defense, Estate Planning attorney in Van Nuys, CA with 36 reviews
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19 Nov, 2024 by Shirley malorzo
Our family is incredibly grateful for Adam at the Peck Law Group for his exceptional representation and belief in what we felt and knew to be inadequate care and negligent care for our mother living in a senior care facility. Thanks to the efforts of the law firm, we were able to hold the facility accountable and ensure that no other families will have to endure what we did. If you are looking for a law firm that truly cares and will advocate for your loved ones with integrity, we highly recommend the Peck Law Group. We are forever grateful. Thank you Adam and the Peck Law Group, Shirley M.
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15 Aug, 2024 by Angela prasad
By far the best law firm! Adam was amazing and helped me settle my fathers wrongful death case with professionalism and compassion. This is exactly what I needed during the most difficult time after losing my father. The outcome was successful and I couldn’t have done it without Peck law firm. Thank you Adam!
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05 Jun, 2024 by Lina abdelrahim
A big thank you to the Peck Law Group and a special thank you to Adam Peck. During a very difficult time for my family and I, Adam really took care of us. He was easy to work with, always answered my calls, and was patient with all the challenges of dealing with my family members. I highly recommend the Peck Law Group to everyone.
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Lior Sadgan, experienced Criminal Defense, Personal Injury attorney in Van Nuys, CA with 37 reviews
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15 Aug, 2024 by Yella roomivers
Appreciate your work, thank you for helping me in my illegal eviction case 🙌🏽 we just won the court today!
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25 Mar, 2024 by Dennis martinez
Told them my landlord just broke the law regarding removing political posters, intimidating a disabled elderly tenant, and they said "landlords are bullies sometimes that happens". Then she gave me a phone number to report it somewhere else. She didn't help me write a demand letter or even give any advice other than "let the landlord break the law and remove your legal political poster". Literally also said "if he evicts you we can help otherwise we can't". So they wait until you are fully getting thrown out before they do anything. They aren't here to hold Landlords accountable to the law. That part seemed very clear. To be clear, California Code, Civil Code - CIV § 1940.4 protects tenants political signs and posters especially during an election season. This BASTA office either ignored that or didn't care. Either way. Donate to other non profits. Not this one.
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08 Mar, 2024 by Shawn r
Tried calling many times, left multiple messages. They never answer or call back. I tried the wilshire location and they picked up right away but they directed me to the van nuys location which is impossible to get in contact with.
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Vladimir A Bogorad, experienced Business, Criminal Defense attorney in Van Nuys, CA with 15 reviews
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20 Feb, 2025 by Empower mind hypnotherapy
Great experience working with Julia. Highly professional and attentive personnel. Thank you for your service!
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18 Feb, 2025 by Lana владимировна
I had great experience with Yulia Sklar’s law office. They provided clear guidance, answered all my questions, and worked tirelessly for the best outcome. Their professionalism and compassion made a tough situation easier. I highly recommend them.
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18 Feb, 2025 by Tatyana kuzmina
I was incredibly impressed with Low office of Yulia Sklar’s expertise in my complex legal matter. They explained everything clearly, always answered my questions, and fought tirelessly to achieve the best possible outcome. Their compassion and professionalism made a difficult situation much more manageable, and I would highly recommend them to anyone requiring legal represent.
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Julia Sklar, experienced Criminal Defense, Litigation attorney in Van Nuys, CA with 16 reviews
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20 Feb, 2025 by Empower mind hypnotherapy
Great experience working with Julia. Highly professional and attentive personnel. Thank you for your service!
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18 Feb, 2025 by Lana владимировна
I had great experience with Yulia Sklar’s law office. They provided clear guidance, answered all my questions, and worked tirelessly for the best outcome. Their professionalism and compassion made a tough situation easier. I highly recommend them.
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18 Feb, 2025 by Tatyana kuzmina
I was incredibly impressed with Low office of Yulia Sklar’s expertise in my complex legal matter. They explained everything clearly, always answered my questions, and fought tirelessly to achieve the best possible outcome. Their compassion and professionalism made a difficult situation much more manageable, and I would highly recommend them to anyone requiring legal represent.
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Chirnese Lashaunda Liverpool, experienced Adoption, Bankruptcy attorney in Van Nuys, CA with 4 reviews
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27 Jun, 2022 by Olivia
This law office was a god send. I initially went to a paralegal that tried to scam me. But after meeting with the attorney she informed me that I was a good candidate for an adjustment of status and I decided to hire her. Everything has been going good so far. I will update if anything changes.
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05 May, 2022 by Sadaf
She is very unprofessional she is not an immigration attorney, but she is taking immigration cases too she missed up my case. It got delay because she didn’t know how to transfer my case from one embassy to an other
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14 Apr, 2022 by Omid
Very unprofessional. She is totally Furad and scam please don’t hire here. She is not an immigration attorney. She has zero experience. I hired her to represent my fiancé case sadly she took my money and I did the entire paperwork by myself. She didn’t know to transfer a case from one embassy to another embassy. She give me wrong information from the beginning to the end. Typically the applicant making appointment for his/her self or the attorney of record. She made me to wait for a long time for no reason. She told me the embassy will schedule the interview. She was wrong. The applicant or attorney have to do it even I filled the DS 160 for my fiancé because she was extremely lazy to do it and did it once with a lot of mistakes.
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Robert Walter Hill, experienced Criminal Defense attorney in Van Nuys, CA with 0 reviews
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Anthony G. Urgo, experienced Criminal Defense attorney in Van Nuys, CA with 1 reviews
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10 Aug, 2021 by Anonymous
Any time in voicemail or on phone call, this unfortunate excuse for an attorney mocks you, ridicules you, and bullies you out of justice for your situation. He does not care, is selfish, and will not speak to you in a professional way whatsoever. He also unfortunately favors the criminal in cases and does not to what is right nor does he carry himself at all in a professional way. I would be surprised if he is any older than 25 years old. What a joke.
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Mark Russell Soriano, experienced Criminal Defense attorney in Van Nuys, CA with 1 reviews
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11 Oct, 2023 by Anonymous
DOES NOT PROSECUTE DOMESTIC VIOLENCE MATTERS DUE TO THE OTHER PARTY BEING A WOMAN
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Thomas E. Rounds IV, experienced Criminal Defense, Divorce attorney in Van Nuys, CA with 0 reviews
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Alexander Gerard Cozzaglio, experienced Criminal Defense, Personal Injury attorney in Van Nuys, CA with 0 reviews
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Lesa Carol Morse-Glucroft, experienced Criminal Defense attorney in Van Nuys, CA with 0 reviews
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Paul John Cohen, experienced Criminal Defense attorney in Van Nuys, CA with 0 reviews
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Pedro E. Vargas Ayala, experienced Criminal Defense attorney in Van Nuys, CA with 0 reviews
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Brian H Burke, experienced Civil Rights, Criminal Defense attorney in Van Nuys, CA with 0 reviews
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Ali Rezvan, experienced Business, Criminal Defense attorney in Van Nuys, CA with 0 reviews
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Magdalena R. Casas, experienced Criminal Defense attorney in Van Nuys, CA with 0 reviews
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David Charles Moutrie, experienced Consumer Protection, Criminal Defense attorney in Van Nuys, CA with 0 reviews
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Matthew Alan Schonbrun, experienced Criminal Defense attorney in Van Nuys, CA with 0 reviews
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Robert Gray Martin, experienced Business, Criminal Defense attorney in Van Nuys, CA with 0 reviews
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Casey Clark, experienced Criminal Defense attorney in Van Nuys, CA with 0 reviews
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David Kim Santiago, experienced Criminal Defense attorney in Van Nuys, CA with 0 reviews
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Sarah Snyder, experienced Criminal Defense attorney in Van Nuys, CA with 0 reviews
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Richard Dale Rome, experienced Appeals, Criminal Defense attorney in Van Nuys, CA with 0 reviews
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Michael C Liu, experienced Criminal Defense attorney in Van Nuys, CA with 0 reviews
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Carlos Gonzalez Gallardo, experienced Criminal Defense, Immigration attorney in Van Nuys, CA with 0 reviews
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Brian Russell Hettinger, experienced Criminal Defense attorney in Van Nuys, CA with 0 reviews
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Ellen Chow-Bresticker, experienced Criminal Defense, Personal Injury attorney in Van Nuys, CA with 0 reviews
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Raffy Astvasadoorian, experienced Criminal Defense attorney in Van Nuys, CA with 0 reviews
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Melissa Hilario Sanchez, experienced Criminal Defense attorney in Van Nuys, CA with 0 reviews
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What a Criminal Defense Lawyer Can Do for You

A criminal defense lawyer provides legal representation to individuals or organizations accused of criminal conduct. If you're facing criminal charges, a defense lawyer will work to protect your rights, build a defense strategy, and ensure you receive a fair trial. Their primary goal is to reduce or dismiss charges, secure an acquittal, or negotiate a favorable plea deal.

Criminal defense lawyers have extensive knowledge of criminal law and court procedures. They investigate your case, identify weaknesses in the prosecution's evidence, and represent you in court, ensuring that you have the best possible defense.

When Should I Hire a Criminal Defense Lawyer?

It’s crucial to hire a criminal defense lawyer as soon as possible if you are facing any criminal charges. Some situations in which you should seek legal representation include:

  • Arrest or police questioning: If you've been arrested or are under investigation, hiring a lawyer early on can prevent self-incrimination and protect your rights during police questioning.
  • Felony charges: Crimes such as murder, assault, drug trafficking, or robbery carry severe penalties, including long prison sentences. A defense lawyer is essential in these cases.
  • Misdemeanor charges: Even for less serious offenses like DUI, theft, or simple assault, a lawyer can help reduce penalties, negotiate alternatives to jail, or get charges dismissed.
  • Plea negotiations: If you’re considering a plea bargain, a lawyer can evaluate the deal, advise you on its consequences, and negotiate for more favorable terms.
  • Probation or parole violations: If you’ve been accused of violating probation or parole, a lawyer can defend you against additional penalties or revocation.
  • Juvenile offenses: For minors charged with criminal acts, a criminal defense lawyer can protect their future by minimizing legal repercussions or keeping the case in juvenile court.

What Does a Criminal Defense Lawyer Do?

Criminal defense lawyers provide comprehensive legal services to protect their clients’ rights throughout the criminal justice process. Their duties include:

  • Case evaluation and investigation: Reviewing the evidence, interviewing witnesses, and investigating the facts to develop a strong defense strategy.
  • Legal advice: Advising you on your rights, the charges you’re facing, and potential defense strategies, including whether to take a plea deal or go to trial.
  • Negotiating plea bargains: Working with prosecutors to negotiate a plea deal that could reduce charges or minimize penalties.
  • Court representation: Representing you in all court hearings, including bail hearings, pretrial motions, trials, and sentencing hearings.
  • Filing motions: Filing motions to dismiss charges, suppress evidence, or reduce bail, depending on the specifics of your case.
  • Trial preparation and defense: Preparing a defense strategy and presenting arguments, evidence, and witnesses during trial to contest the prosecution's case.
  • Appeals: If you are convicted, a defense lawyer can appeal the conviction or sentence, arguing errors in the trial process or legal rulings.

How Are Criminal Defense Lawyers Paid?

Criminal defense lawyers generally charge clients in one of three ways, depending on the complexity of the case and the lawyer’s experience. Payment structures include:

  • Flat fee: For straightforward cases (e.g., minor misdemeanors), some lawyers charge a one-time flat fee that covers all aspects of the defense.
  • Hourly rate: For more complex or ongoing cases, lawyers may charge by the hour, with rates varying based on the lawyer’s experience and geographic location.
  • Retainer fee: In cases where extensive work is expected, the client may pay a retainer fee upfront. The lawyer then bills against that retainer for their work on the case.

The cost of criminal defense services can vary greatly, so it’s important to discuss fees during your initial consultation.

How Much Does a Criminal Defense Lawyer Cost?

The cost of hiring a criminal defense lawyer depends on several factors, including the severity of the charges, the complexity of the case, and the lawyer’s experience. General cost guidelines are:

  • Misdemeanor cases: For relatively minor offenses, such as a DUI or petty theft, a flat fee may range from $1,500 to $5,000.
  • Felony cases: More serious charges, such as assault or drug trafficking, can range from $10,000 to $100,000 or more, depending on the complexity and duration of the case.
  • Hourly rates: For cases billed by the hour, lawyers may charge anywhere from $150 to $500 or more per hour, depending on their expertise and the case's location.
  • Additional expenses: You may also be responsible for other costs, such as filing fees, expert witness fees, or the cost of private investigators.

Be sure to clarify the lawyer’s fee structure and any potential additional costs during your consultation.

Top Questions to Ask a Criminal Defense Lawyer

Before hiring a criminal defense lawyer, you’ll want to ensure that they’re a good fit for your case. Here are key questions to ask:

  1. What is your experience with cases like mine?
    Make sure the lawyer has a strong track record with the specific type of criminal charges you’re facing, whether it’s DUI, drug offenses, or violent crimes.
  2. What is your fee structure?
    Ask how the lawyer charges for their services and whether you’ll be responsible for any additional costs.
  3. What are the potential outcomes of my case?
    A good lawyer should provide an honest assessment of your case and the likelihood of dismissal, a plea bargain, or conviction.
  4. How many cases have you taken to trial?
    While many criminal cases settle with a plea deal, it’s important to hire a lawyer with courtroom experience in case your case goes to trial.
  5. Who will handle my case?
    Ask if the lawyer will be personally involved or if other attorneys in the firm will handle most of the work.
  6. How do you communicate with your clients?
    Be clear on how often and through what channels you can expect updates on your case.

How to Check the Credibility of a Criminal Defense Lawyer

To verify the credibility of a criminal defense lawyer, take the following steps:

  • Check their standing with the state bar: Confirm that the lawyer is licensed and in good standing with your state’s bar association. Look for any past disciplinary actions or complaints.
  • Read online reviews and testimonials: Platforms like Avvo, Martindale-Hubbell, or Google can provide insights from previous clients about the lawyer’s communication, professionalism, and case outcomes.
  • Ask for references: A reputable lawyer should have past clients or other professionals who can speak to their competence and work ethic.
  • Review their case history: Look at the lawyer’s website or professional profile to see their experience with criminal cases, including high-profile or complex cases.
  • Look for trial experience: If your case might go to trial, make sure the lawyer has a strong history of courtroom advocacy and success.

What Should I Prepare for My First Consultation?

To make the most of your first consultation with a criminal defense lawyer, bring the following:

  • Details of your case: Be prepared to provide a detailed account of the charges against you, including any documents related to your arrest, police reports, and court dates.
  • Criminal history: If you have any prior criminal convictions, inform your lawyer so they can understand how that may affect your current case.
  • List of witnesses or evidence: If there are any potential witnesses or evidence that may support your defense, share this information during the consultation.
  • Questions for the lawyer: Prepare questions about their experience, legal strategy, and fees to ensure you understand how they will handle your case.
  • Bail or release documents: If you’ve been released on bail, bring any paperwork related to your release conditions or restrictions.

By being well-prepared, you can help your lawyer quickly assess your situation and begin building an effective defense strategy.

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