Columbia White Collar Crime Lawyers

I am proud to be one of a handful of attorneys in the state of California to have been awarded 40 consecutive years as a “Certified Specialist by the State Bar of California” in criminal law. I have also been awarded Super Lawyer for over 11 years and AV Lawyer for over 20 years. From citizens to Hollywood celebrities, my ability to successfully represent a wide range of clients has contributed to achieving an “AV” rating* endorsed by my peers and judges in the legal profession. My practice has been with the United States District Courts, Habeas Court, and Federal Court of...

Steve started his career in criminal law in 1983 as a deputy district attorney with the Los Angeles County District Attorneys Office before receiving his appointment as a Los Angeles County Superior Court Commissioner. Steve entered private criminal defense practice in 1995 and has since then exclusively practiced criminal and DUI defense in Southern California.

Hart Levin is a former Los Angeles Deputy District Attorney with a passion for criminal defense. He was formally trained by the LA DA's office in all DUI matters, drug trafficking and sales, drug possession, gang crimes, theft crimes, domestic violence matters, juvenile crimes, and all other felony and misdemeanor criminal case matters. Hart was a successful prosecutor and an on set adviser for NBC and FOX crime television shows. Hart left the DA's office to open his own firm and has achieved several awards for his outstanding criminal defense work, including Super Lawyer (2014-2024), Clients' Choice...

A graduate of York University in Toronto, Canada, Mr. Serrao earned his law degree at Southwestern University School of Law in Los Angeles, California. He is admitted to practice before all California State and Federal courts, as well as the United States Supreme Court. He is an aggressive personal injury and criminal defense attorney who has been representing clients in the Inland Empire over the past decade and has several convenient offices to serve clients, including locations in Ontario, Victorville, Redlands and Riverside. Mr. Serrao's criminal practice focuses on defending individuals faced with misdemeanor or felony charges...

Sumeet Sondhi is counsel to The Blanch Law Firm. Mr. Sondhi has worked in conjunction with Ryan Blanch on a myriad of matters, ranging from government investigations to white collar and antitrust crimes, his specialties being real estate fraud and complex mortgage fraud matters.

Mr. Sondhi’s extensive knowledge and experience have resulted in a number of favorable outcomes for the firm’s clients. He has represented clients and companies charged with an array of white collar crimes, including:

*Price Fixing: Represented a billion dollar air cargo company in a DOJ industry-wide criminal antitrust investigation regarding alleged price fixing

*Tax Evasion: Represented a Partner in...

When your future and freedom are at stake you want the best criminal defense lawyer to defend you. The lawyers at Stephen G. Rodriguez and Partners have over 50 years of criminal defense experience and they put that experience to work for you. We have a proven track record of success in winning at trial and negotiating favorable plea bargains for our clients. We understand what's at stake and we pride ourselves on our service, aggressive representation and results.

Kirk M. Tarman personally oversees every case from beginning to end. With over 20+ years' experience Attorney Tarman is intimately familiar with criminal law and the legal procedures which gives him profound insight as to the best plan of action he should take with his defense. In every case he handles, Attorney Tarman utilizes a “hands-on” approach. There is no “one size fits all” defense against Criminal charges, DUI, gun possession, drug crimes, domestic charges, manslaughter, and everything in between. Mr. Tarman is the best criminal defense attorney in the region. He approaches each case by using his diverse...

I am an experienced trial attorney with a proven track record of success. Whether your legal matter is a DUI, theft or murder case, I can help. Call me for a free consultation at 877-737-2004 or for emergencies at 562-209-1114.

Ally Keegan is a criminal defense attorney at the Law Office of David P. Shapiro, APLC. She graduated from Villanova University before earning her law degree from the University of San Diego School of Law with a concentration in criminal litigation. She has practiced criminal defense in both state and federal courts, handling cases from murder to misdemeanors from their inception through trial. Ally is involved in several legal and political organizations throughout the San Diego community, has served as a legal analyst for national and local television and radio networks, and taught continuing legal education courses for fellow lawyers...

As a law student, Mr. Singh gained a comprehensive perspective of the criminal justice system through a number of coveted opportunities with the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office, the Orange County Superior Court, and the United States Department of Justice. This early experience gave Mr. Singh a unique look into the anatomy of a criminal case from the perspective of Law Enforcement, the District Attorney’s Office, and the Court. In essence, Mr. Singh not only got to view the other teams playbook first-hand, but he also got to see how a judge may weigh the strengths and weaknesses...

My practice deals exclusively with criminal law and the penal system. I make it a priority to not take on any cases not involved with the penal system. This means I do not take on car accidents, trust, probate cases or bankruptcy. The body of law should be respected and no area should be taken lightly. I make every effort to return phone calls and give my clients my cell phone number. Results are very important in our line of work. However, it is equally important that the attorney is responsive and return phone calls. Results...

Ms. Hahn has been practicing criminal defense for over 16 years. She started as a Deputy Public Defender in Orange County and left after 7 years to start her own practice. She was in solo practice for 6 years, and then worked at the Federal Public Defender's Office. She has returned to private practice and can handle both federal and state criminal cases. Ms. Hahn also handles juvenile delinquency cases. She is one of only a handful of Korean American women who practices private criminal defense in Southern California. She is sharp, fearless, and...

Hello, Please allow me to tell you about my law practice. I have been an attorney for over 23 years. Currently I practice criminal defense in all state courts in southern California including Murrieta, Riverside, Vista, San Diego, Indio, Rancho Cucamonga, Fullerton and others. I represent clients charged with all levels of misdemeanor and felony offenses including DUI, domestic violence, theft, assault, battery, drugs, violent crimes, sex crimes, gang allegations, homicides, and Violations of Probation. I also represent clients at the Department of Motor Vehicles. My fees are negotiable and we have a...

I am committed to aggressive advocacy for Business, Stockbroker & Investment Fraud, and White Collar Defense matters. Representing clients throughout California and worldwide, I have extensive experience with complex civil litigation, with an emphasis on antitrust and unfair competition, class action defense, condemnation & eminent domain, internal investigations, and labor & employment.

Practicing law since 1985, I have a proven track record of success. My focus is always on solving problems and resolving cases, with minimal disruption to my clients. I am dedicated to developing effective strategies to attain the best possible results.

Sean Prosser defends clients facing investigations and enforcement actions by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), including FBI and Grand Jury proceedings, and other government agencies. He also defends companies and their executives in shareholder litigation. With offices in San Diego and Los Angeles, Sean leads Mintz Levin’s California Securities Litigation practice. His clients include public and private companies, officers and directors, board committees, broker-dealers, banks, investment advisors, hedge funds, CPAs, individual stock traders and public officials. Sean regularly represents clients before the following agencies and regulators: U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission...

San Diego Criminal Defense Attorney George Gedulin firmly believes that every client deserves a high level of care and attention, no matter what they are facing. His in-depth experience and knowledge of the local and federal courts, combined with a true passion for helping clients, allows clients to The Law Office of George Gedulin feel secure that their case is in good hands. He is a tenacious advocate, aggressive litigator, and has helped hundreds of clients throughout the San Diego area. He handles a number of complicated criminal matters, including manslaughter, DUI, drug trafficking, sex crimes, and federal crimes, such...

I am a highly respected criminal defense attorney with LA Defense Team. My practice is built on the principle that everyone deserves top-notch legal representation, comparable to that available to celebrities, but at a more affordable cost. I have successfully represented a wide array of individuals and businesses accused of crimes including theft, burglary, drug-related offenses, DUI, violent crimes, and juvenile offenses. I have cultivated a reputation for honesty, trustworthiness, credibility, and, above all, effective criminal defense. I graduated from Whittier College, School of Law, and have been practicing criminal defense since I was admitted to the State Bar of...

Marnie C. Lambert, the founding member of Lambert Law Firm, LLC, is licensed to practice law in all state courts and federal district courts in Ohio and California. She has spent most of her legal career representing consumers in complex civil litigation, commercial litigation, securities litigation and class actions. She has also represented clients seeking recovery for personal injuries, wrongful death and various business torts. Ms. Lambert received her juris doctorate from Pepperdine University School of Law in 1992. She spent the first five years after law school working in Los Angeles, California for a large international law firm....

San Francisco criminal defense lawyer Seth P. Chazin is certified as a Criminal Law Specialist by the California State Board of Legal Specialization and has been named a Northern California Top 100 Lawyer. During his more than 20 years of experience, attorney Chazin has effectively defended thousands of clients accused of crimes in the Bay Area, California and in various places throughout the United States. Drawing upon his history of success, he will provide clients with the knowledge, skill and aggressiveness needed to secure the best possible results.

Keydon Levy is a highly skilled criminal defense attorney with over a decade of courtroom experience. He joined Lamano Law Office in 2021, bringing with him a distinguished background that includes nine years as a Deputy District Attorney for the Alameda County District Attorney’s Office. During his tenure as a prosecutor, he managed a high-volume caseload of felony, misdemeanor, and juvenile cases, guiding them from intake to resolution. Witnessing the inequities within the justice system and the profound impact criminal accusations have on people of color, Mr. Levy transitioned to criminal defense to advocate for those facing systemic injustice. As a...

Mitchell Barraza serves as a contract attorney with Lamano Law Office, bringing with him valuable experience from his time as a Volunteer Attorney at the San Francisco Public Defender’s Office. There, he represented clients facing misdemeanor charges such as DUI, vandalism, firearm offenses, battery, and drug-related cases. Recognized by the National Trial Lawyers, Mr. Barraza has been honored as one of California’s Top 40 under 40 Criminal Defense Lawyers. A significant portion of his clients have been people of color, many of whom are Spanish-speaking, and he is dedicated to helping them overcome challenging periods in their lives. Driven by...

Leigh E. Johnson is a practicing trial lawyer, and principal of “Trial Whisperer” Trial Consulting. Leigh is dedicated to assisting lawyers preparing for trial in both civil and criminal arenas. Her expertise is in developing an effective storyline that serves as the vortex for opposing counsel. She accurately identifies issues and reconstructs them to achieve positive outcomes within a variety of legal forums from arbitration to trial. Leigh’s philosophy is that in order to obtain the best results regardless of forum, you should always prepare your case as if it were going to trial. Leigh’s passion and primary focus...

Mariya Melkonyan has over 13 years of experience as a Deputy District Attorney and has jury trial experience ranging from all kinds of minor misdemeanors to serious and violent felonies. Her experience as a Deputy DA involved cases of DUI, hit and run, theft, narcotics, domestic violence, assaults, burglaries, robberies, child molestations, rape, and Homicide. Her experience in effective examinations of experts in different fields, such as Medical Professionals, Toxicologists, DRE Experts, DNA Experts, Forensic Pathologists, Psychologists, Child Sexual Accommodation Syndrome Experts, Involuntary Confession Experts, Ballistics Experts, Geo-Fencing Experts, gives her the ability to attack the prosecution with in-depth knowledge.

The Law Offices of Douglas Horngrad and Sam O’Keefe have been a preeminent criminal defense firm since 1989, trying cases in the nine Bay Area counties and beyond. The firm is on the cutting edge of criminal law, utilizing novel legal theory and thorough investigation, and the attorneys are known for their responsiveness, discretion, around-the-clock availability, and total devotion to clients. Sam O’Keefe is a native of San Francisco and started working at the Law Offices of Douglas Horngrad & Sam O'Keefe in 2009. He has extensive experience handling misdemeanor and felony cases in both state and federal courts in California....

I am an accomplished California Criminal Defense Attorney. I aggressively represent clients in a wide array of criminal matters, including DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence, Juvenile Law, and White Collar Crime.

With years of courtroom experience, I am dedicated to comprehensive and diligent representation for those facing criminal charges. I will fight to protect my clients' rights and interests, while pursuing the best possible outcomes.

Additionally, I speak Spanish. I am honored to represent our diverse population in Northern California.

I started at the Public Defenders office in Sacramento in 2001. I worked there for 5 years. After leaving the Public Defenders office, I became the Senior Trial Attorney for United Defense Group. I have tried every type of criminal case, from misdemeanors to homicides. I started the Law Firm Wippert & Bramson. Wippert & Bramson are expert trial attorneys who have handled numerous high profile media cases.

Brad Kaiserman has practiced criminal law since 2009 in Los Angeles County. He has helped litigate hundreds of cases and has obtained many successful resolutions for his clients in both State and Federal courts. He also handles appellate work and has argued before the Second District of the California Court of Appeal. Mr. Kaiserman has worked on all types of criminal cases, including DUI, White Collar Crime, Drug Crimes, Sex Crimes, Murder/Violent Crimes, Juvenile Crimes and Domestic Violence. He received his Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of California, Berkeley in 2006. He received his Juris Doctorate degree...

Mr. Rios is an experienced and skilled Criminal Defense Attorney with the Kraut Law Group Criminal & DUI Lawyers, Inc. His practice is focused on Criminal Law matters such as DUI & DWI, White Collar Crime, Domestic Violence, and Juvenile Law. Mr. Rios has eight years of experience in the Wisconsin State Public Defender’s Office, where he has been a leader in the forensic science community. Mr. Rios is recognized by colleagues for both his expertise and exceptional litigation skills. He is committed to providing an aggressive and relentless defense for clients facing criminal charges. Mr. Rios is dedicated to effectively...

Wilber Law began with a love of criminal defense. We’ve expanded to include other areas of law, but the ability to advocate for the rights we all share under the Constitution of the United States is an honor and a privelege. Without lawyers willing to take on this difficult task, police would have free reign to invade our privacies and courts would have free reign to convict people charged of crimes without a fair process. This crucial work speaks to our hearts. It is said that you can measure the moral fiber of a society by...

Craig Wilke has over 30 years experience defending individuals and companies in federal criminal and related matters. Mr. Wilke was a Deputy Federal Public Defender in the Central District of California for 15 years, and was the Directing Attorney for the Orange County Branch Office for 8 of those years. He has tried 41 federal criminal cases involving every type of federal crime. Since 2008, he has been in private practice in Orange County, California, providing representation pre-indictment, at trial, on appeal, and in post-conviction matters.

Orange County Criminal Defense Attorney Patrick S. Aguirre has been defending clients accused of criminal offenses for more than 14 years. Today, he leads the group of legal professionals who’ve joined him at his private practice, The Law Offices of Patrick S. Aguirre & Associates. The firm has been serving the criminally accused in Orange County, Downey, and surrounding areas since 2001, and under Aguirre’s direction, it now boasts a winning record of more than 93%. Attorney Aguirre received his Bachelor of Sciences degree in criminology from California State University, Fresno and then went on to obtain his Juris Doctorate...

The founder of Chambers Law Firm, Dan E Chambers, has been in practice for over 20 years. He served as a Los Angeles County Deputy District Attorney for six years and was in private practice at other firms for approximately 15 years, handling a wide range of highly complex litigation matters. Dan’s primary area of practice now involves the representation and defense of individuals and businesses in all types of criminal and administrative matters, in both federal and state court throughout southern California. As a former prosecutor, Dan has unique insight into the criminal justice system that enables him to...

I grew up in Sacramento, California and the path that has led me to my current position has been anything but normal. I was the product of a single parent home and anything but a model student as I progressed through school. Had it not been for my long and successful collegiate wrestling career, I probably would not have finished my education. While most lawyers built a foundation for their legal careers by excelling in high school and college, I spent most of my educational years finding new and amazing ways to get into and out of...

Trial attorney (not merely a negotiator). Criminal defense (misdemeanors and felonies), Civil (personal injury) and Appellate (criminal and civil). Worked on the defense team for then San Diego Mayor Roger Hedgecock. Written successful briefs and oral argument in both Civil and Criminal Appeals.

Specialize in Criminal Defense cases up to and including trial.

Formerly, a U.S. Navy JAG Corps Attorney, Stephen Brodsky is a veteran criminal defense lawyer who has taken 126 criminal cases to jury trial, the majority of which have ended in a not guilty verdict or hung jury. Mr. Brodsky's tenacity and fearlessness in the courtroom has earned him the respect of prosecutors in San Diego and other counties throughout Southern California. Mr. Brodsky has also become a recognized expert in defending Marine Corps and Navy service members and veterans, utilizing his vast experience practicing military and veterans law, to help active duty service members and veterans...

San Diego Criminal Defense Attorney Heather A. Melone was born and raised in Southern California. She grew up in the Los Angeles area and graduated from the University of California, Santa Barbara in 1997 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Studies. During her time at UCSB, Heather became interested in obtaining a law degree as she realized that to effectuate real change she would have to either work within the confines of the current law, or work to change the laws. After graduating from UCSB, Heather joined the United States Peace Corps and spent three years volunteering in Thailand....

Superior Court Judge about San Diego Criminal Lawyer Anton Vialtsin once told the client charged with an attempted murder, “You’ve got a good attorney that pulled a rabbit out of the hat for you.” The client faced a minimum of 5 years and a maximum of 14 years in California State Prison. Attorney Anton Vialtsin negotiated a 365-day sentence in a local JAIL. People of California v. K.M. In March 2023, Attorney Anton Vialtsin convinced San Diego Superior Court to dismiss a felony case (over DA’s objection). The Court dismissed the felony case per PC 1385 after Attorney Anton Vialtsin filed...