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50+ Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted DUI Defense Team in Southern California
With over five decades of combined experience in criminal defense, our attorneys have built a reputation for excellence in protecting clients' livelihoods and freedoms. Our team approaches each case with a proactive strategy, leveraging deep knowledge of local courts, judges, and prosecutors to achieve optimal outcomes. We prioritize direct communication, providing clients with personal attorney contact and transparent guidance throughout the legal process.Our practice combines legal, scientific, and technological strategies to challenge charges through thorough investigation and innovative defense tactics. Recognized for thousands of successful dismissals and reductions, we remain committed to delivering personalized representation while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and client advocacy.
Services
DUI Defense
Criminal Defense
DMV Hearings
Expungement Services
Domestic Violence Cases
Details
- Year established: 1973
Highlights and features
- 50+ years of combined experience in criminal defense
- Direct attorney communication via personal cell phone access
- Proven track record of thousands of case dismissals
- Scientific and technological evidence analysis capabilities
- Specialized knowledge of local court procedures
What people say
Case dismissed
Saved my job
Excellent communication
Affordable payment plans
Proven results
Services
DUI Defense
Our DUI defense practice combines legal expertise with scientific analysis to challenge blood alcohol test results and police procedures. We specialize in license protection, case dismissals, and penalty reductions through court negotiations and DMV hearings. With decades of experience handling thousands of cases, our attorneys develop customized defense strategies while maintaining direct client communication throughout the process.
Criminal Defense
We defend against felony and misdemeanor charges including domestic violence, drug offenses, and expungement petitions. Our approach focuses on early intervention, evidence investigation, and leveraging relationships with local prosecutors to achieve charge reductions or dismissals. We prioritize protecting clients' employment, immigration status, and future opportunities through strategic legal representation.
DMV Hearings
Our team specializes in administrative DMV hearings to prevent automatic license suspensions following DUI arrests. We provide immediate representation to challenge suspension cases and pursue restricted license options. With knowledge of DMV procedures, we work to maintain clients' driving privileges while their criminal case progresses through the court system.
Expungement Services
We assist clients in petitioning for criminal record dismissals under California Penal Code 1203.4. Our services include preparing petitions, demonstrating rehabilitation, and navigating court requirements to help clients improve employment prospects and professional licensing opportunities while maintaining transparency about legal limitations.
Domestic Violence Cases
Our defense strategy focuses on challenging evidence credibility, demonstrating lack of intent, and negotiating charge reductions. We emphasize early intervention with prosecutors to prevent case filings while protecting clients' rights during restraining order proceedings and probation negotiations. Our experience includes reducing charges to lesser offenses with minimized immigration and employment consequences.
People
Thomas Spivack
Lead Attorney
With over 30 years of criminal defense experience, Thomas Spivack has successfully defended thousands of DUI and criminal cases. Known for his aggressive courtroom tactics and scientific approach to evidence analysis, he maintains direct client communication through personal cell phone access. His track record includes numerous case dismissals and reductions through strategic negotiations with prosecutors.
Questions
What should I do immediately after a DUI arrest?
Contact our office immediately to request DMV hearing representation within 10 days. Avoid speaking to law enforcement without legal counsel and maintain documentation of all interactions.
Can I keep my driver's license after a DUI?
We specialize in DMV hearings to challenge automatic suspensions and pursue restricted license options. Early intervention increases chances of maintaining driving privileges during case proceedings.
How do you handle out-of-state clients?
We provide remote consultations and court representation for out-of-state clients. Our team handles all case aspects locally while maintaining direct communication through personal attorney contact.
What payment options are available?
We offer flexible payment plans and financing options. Our fee structure includes transparent pricing with no hidden costs for DUI defense and related legal services.
Can a DUI charge be completely dismissed?
Yes, through evidence challenges, procedural errors, or negotiations with prosecutors. Our track record shows successful dismissals in cases involving technical violations, testing errors, or insufficient evidence.
How does prior criminal record affect my case?
We develop defense strategies that address prior records while emphasizing rehabilitation and mitigating circumstances. Our experience negotiating with prosecutors helps minimize enhancement penalties for repeat offenses.
