After over 90 years of combined experience representing clients in complex criminal cases throughout California we have a unique perspective around what makes a criminal defense attorney/firm special as well as what people should look for when seeking the best representation, and this blog post hits on that.
First and foremost, we can’t tell you the number of horror stories we’ve heard/seen over the years from attorneys simply not understanding the law (e.g. a civil attorney attempting to defend a criminal charge) to disappearing during the most critical times and leaving clients hanging. Being a real expert and having a passion for what you do (criminal defense for us) can mean the difference between you being free or serving time.
Secondly, as we mentioned above and covered in other posts, having a clear line of communication with your attorney is important whether it’s for a criminal case, civil issue related to a car accident, etc. You need to have trust in your attorney and feel like they got your back, which includes them being responsive.
Lastly, we all love watching movies and TV shows which feature actors though who’s actually the real deal? If you are seeking the best criminal defense attorney it’s imperative to look at their track record because the proof is always in the pudding. And don’t be afraid to ask for results they achieved in the past for cases/trials similar to yours.
Whether you’re in Van Nuys or anywhere else in Los Angeles, California hopefully this post sheds more light on the topic and helps you.