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Your Trusted Criminal Defense Team in Los Angeles
Established in 1987, Sitkoff Law Group has dedicated its practice to defending individuals facing criminal charges across Southern California. Our founder, Stephen Sitkoff, brings over 39 years of experience as a former senior Los Angeles prosecutor and instructor for the LA County Sheriff's Department, offering clients unique insights into both prosecution and defense strategies. We specialize in aggressive, client-focused representation for DUI, domestic violence, drug crimes, and other felony/misdemeanor charges, leveraging decades of courtroom experience to secure dismissals, reduced charges, and favorable plea agreements. Our team prioritizes early intervention to preserve critical evidence and employs dynamic defense strategies tailored to each case's specific circumstances.With a track record of successful outcomes in complex cases involving vehicular manslaughter, hit-and-run incidents, and assault charges, we provide personalized legal counsel backed by extensive knowledge of California's criminal justice system. Our attorneys maintain strong professional relationships with local prosecutors and law enforcement, enabling effective negotiations and informed case preparation. We serve clients throughout Los Angeles County and surrounding areas, offering free initial consultations to discuss defense options and protect clients' rights from arrest through trial.
Services
Criminal Defense
DUI Defense
Domestic Violence
Drug Charges
Violent Crimes
Theft Crimes
Sex Crimes
DMV Hearings
Details
- Year established: 1987
Highlights and features
- We have 39+ years of experience defending criminal charges in California courts
- Our founder served as a senior Los Angeles prosecutor and court commissioner
- We've secured dismissals in complex felony DUI and vehicular manslaughter cases
- We offer immediate evidence preservation and strategic defense planning
- Available 24/7 for urgent legal defense needs
Associations and certifications
- Martindale-Hubbell
- Super Lawyers
- National Top 100 Trial Lawyers
What people say
Case dismissal
Excellent results
Compassionate attorney
Tireless work
Successful negotiations
Services
Criminal Defense
Our criminal defense practice protects clients facing felony and misdemeanor charges in Southern California. With decades of prosecutorial and defense experience, we develop strategic defenses for DUI, domestic violence, drug crimes, and violent offenses. Our team prioritizes early evidence preservation and leverages courtroom relationships to secure dismissals, reduced charges, and favorable plea agreements.
DUI Defense
We defend clients charged with DUI offenses, including felony DUI with injury and vehicular manslaughter cases. Our attorneys challenge evidence admissibility, negotiate plea agreements, and represent clients at DMV hearings to prevent license suspensions. With former prosecutorial insight, we've secured dismissals in complex DUI cases involving fatal collisions and repeat offenses.
Domestic Violence
Our firm handles domestic violence charges that may be prosecuted as misdemeanors or felonies. We challenge evidence credibility, negotiate civil compromise agreements, and minimize consequences like restraining orders and mandatory counseling. We've successfully dismissed domestic violence charges through strategic defense and victim cooperation.
Drug Charges
We defend state and federal drug charges including possession, manufacturing, and trafficking offenses. Our attorneys challenge search and seizure procedures, negotiate charge reductions, and minimize penalties like incarceration and asset forfeiture. We handle complex cases involving drug-related probation violations and repeat offenses.
Violent Crimes
Our violent crime defense covers assault, battery, and weapon-related charges. We negotiate civil compromise agreements, challenge witness credibility, and minimize jail time through diversion programs. We've secured dismissals in misdemeanor assault cases and reduced penalties for felony violent crime allegations through strategic defense strategies.
People
Stephen Sitkoff
Managing Attorney
Former senior Los Angeles prosecutor with 39+ years of criminal law experience. Served as supervising prosecutor in Torrance and Compton Courts and Superior Court Commissioner. AV-rated by Martindale-Hubbell and recognized as National Top 100 Trial Lawyer.
James Kim
Senior Case Analyst
Legal professional with two decades of experience serving as initial client contact and case strategist. Specializes in case analysis and client communication while coordinating defense strategies with lead attorneys.
Questions
What criminal defense services do you offer in Los Angeles?
We defend DUI, domestic violence, drug charges, violent crimes, theft offenses, and sex crimes. Our services include evidence analysis, plea negotiations, trial representation, and DMV hearing advocacy throughout Southern California.
How does your prosecutorial experience benefit my case?
Our founder's 39+ years as a former prosecutor provides unique insight into prosecution strategies and evidence evaluation. This experience enables more effective negotiations and tailored defense approaches that anticipate opposing tactics in California courts.
Can you help with felony charge reductions?
Yes, we've secured felony dismissals in complex cases involving vehicular manslaughter and DUI with injury. Our team negotiates plea agreements, challenges evidence admissibility, and pursues charge reductions through strategic defense planning.
Do you offer free initial consultations?
Yes, we provide free no-obligation consultations to discuss your criminal charges. Contact us at (888) 579-4844 to review your case details and defense options with our legal team.
