Business Details
21 Years
experience
Trusted Criminal Defense & Family Law Representation in Los Angeles
Daniel V. Cota & Associates, PC is a Southern California-based law firm dedicated to defending individuals wrongly accused of crimes and providing comprehensive family law representation. Founded in 2005, our practice spans criminal defense, including felony, misdemeanor, and traffic offenses, alongside family law matters such as child custody, spousal support, and restraining orders. With over 700 cases handled across Los Angeles, Ventura, Orange, San Bernardino, Riverside, and San Diego Counties, we combine legal expertise with aggressive advocacy to protect clients' rights.Our team, led by attorney Daniel V. Cota, Esq., prioritizes personalized communication, thorough investigation, and strategic defense, ensuring clients receive tailored solutions. Recognized for our commitment to justice, we offer free consultations and multilingual support to serve diverse communities effectively.
Services
Criminal Defense
Family Law
DMV Hearings
Child Support
Custody and Visitation
Restraining Orders
Spousal Support
Assault Cases
Bail Reduction
Battery Defense
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We offer over 15 years of legal experience in criminal defense and family law.
- Our team has successfully handled 700+ cases across Southern California.
- We provide free initial consultations with a West Covina criminal lawyer.
- We employ aggressive defense strategies to challenge evidence and dismiss charges.
- Our firm offers multilingual support for Spanish-speaking clients.
What people say
Best result achieved
Constant communication
Thorough investigation
Aggressive representation
Overturned convictions
Services
Criminal Defense
We defend clients against felony, misdemeanor, and traffic charges including DUI, assault, and battery. Our approach challenges evidence, questions procedural validity, and leverages over 15 years of courtroom experience to secure dismissals or reduced penalties. Clients benefit from personalized strategy sessions and aggressive advocacy tailored to their specific charges.
Family Law
Our family law practice resolves child custody, spousal support, and divorce matters with sensitivity and legal precision. We navigate complex family dynamics while prioritizing children's best interests, ensuring fair financial arrangements and enforceable custody agreements. Services include mediation and courtroom representation across Southern California.
DMV Hearings
We represent clients facing license suspension after DUI arrests, challenging breathalyzer accuracy and procedural violations to preserve driving privileges. Our process includes evidence review, equipment calibration checks, and administrative appeals, with a focus on preventing license loss through technical and legal challenges.
Child Support
We establish or modify child support obligations based on parental income, child needs, and California Family Code guidelines. Our services address enforcement, arrears resolution, and adjustments for changing circumstances, ensuring compliance with legal standards while protecting clients' financial interests.
Custody and Visitation
We create custody arrangements balancing parental rights with children's welfare, covering physical custody, visitation schedules, and decision-making authority. Our approach minimizes conflict through negotiation while preparing for courtroom advocacy when necessary, ensuring stable living arrangements for minors.
People
Daniel V. Cota
Attorney & Founder
Licensed since 2005, Daniel V. Cota has handled 700+ criminal and family law cases across Southern California. A Loyola Law School graduate, he specializes in defending against criminal charges and resolving family law disputes with a focus on client communication and case-specific strategy.
Questions
What criminal charges do you handle?
We defend against felonies, misdemeanors, DUIs, assault, battery, and traffic offenses across Southern California.
How can you help with child custody disputes?
We create custody arrangements balancing parental rights with children's welfare through negotiation or courtroom advocacy.
Do you offer free consultations?
Yes, we provide free initial consultations with a West Covina criminal lawyer or family law attorney.
Can you challenge DMV license suspensions?
Our firm challenges DUI-related license suspensions by questioning evidence and procedural compliance at DMV hearings.
What areas do you serve?
We represent clients in Los Angeles, Ventura, Orange, San Bernardino, Riverside, and San Diego Counties.
