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In Los Angeles – A J & M Criminal Defense Lawyer Provides Expert Legal Representation
When choosing a criminal defense lawyer, it is important to find an individual with all of the traits needed to litigate a case successfully; experience alone is not enough to help ensure a trial victory. A truly effective attorney must have not only extensive experience, but he or she must also possess a comprehensive understanding of the law, an aggressive and unwavering determination, an understanding of the consequences of his or her actions, and a solid relationship with the client. At J & M Law Firm, our attorneys fulfill all of these traits. To schedule a free consultation with a Los Angeles criminal defense attorney, contact a lawyer from our law firm today. We handle all criminal defense cases, including cases involving violent crimes, sex crimes, drug crimes, federal crimes, and white collar crimes.
- R.J. Manuelian – Criminal Defense Lawyer
- A.J. Jingozian – Criminal Defense Lawyer
- Randy Kravis – Appellate Attorney
R.J. Manuelian – Criminal Defense Lawyer
Mr. Manuelian has handled hundreds of criminal cases, ranging from cases involving DUI and motor vehicle crimes to murder. In fact, R.J. Manuelian is one of the youngest criminal defense attorneys to have ever tried a murder case in the state of California, and starting in 2006, R.J. Manuelian achieved an impressive record of winning 90% of his trials within the last 3 years alone. Additionally, Mr. Manuelian obtained numerous case dismissals for his clients in difficult trials throughout 2006, 2007 and 2008. On February 20, 2009, R.J. was able to get all counts dismissed against two clients he was representing in the case of People v. Hoxey & Smith. Mr. Hoxey was alleged to have assaulted two Los Angeles Sherriff's from Compton, allegedly having a gun on his person and rock cocaine in his car. His girlfriend, Shatwan Smith, was alleged to have attacked the Sherriff’s by taking one of the Officer's baton during their fight with her boyfriend and trying to assault them with it. Mr. Manuelian was able to show the Sherriff’s planted drugs in the car after they beat both of his clients. H was also able to show the reason for the beating was that the Officer's were racist and profiled his clients as drug dealers based on their race, age and the location of where the incident occurred. Both clients had never been arrested, Ms. Smith was in college studying to be a medical doctor. R.J. obliterated each officer which testified and exposed one of the worst police brutality and corruption cases in the United States. R.J. is now assisting both clients sue for civil rights violations against the Los Angeles Sherriff’s in Federal Court. R.J. has currently an undefeated record in his criminal cases dealing with police brutality and police corruption.
If you or a loved one is seeking a qualified and aggressive Los Angeles criminal defense attorney, R.J. Manuelian is the lawyer for you.
Criminal Defense
Combining extensive knowledge, aggressive litigation skills, and an unwavering commitment, Mr. Manuelian has the resources and drive needed to obtain a successful resolution to your case. Of the hundreds of successful case results that Mr. Manuelian has obtained, one in particular demonstrates how effective his legal skills are in the court room.
People v. Cazares and Moreno (Criminal) – Defendants Cazares and Moreno were accused by more than ten Bell Gardens police officers of assault and resisting arrest. Both Mr. Cazares and Mr. Moreno were beaten and shot by the police officers as a result of allegedly resisting arrest. Both clients were facing extensive prison sentences if convicted and were told by numerous attorneys that they could not win since it would be a case of the defendants' word against the police officers'. After a relentless defense, Mr. Manuelian exposed the police officers' discrepancies, inaccuracies, and falsehoods. After Mr. Manuelian's blistering attack against the police officers, the jury quickly came back with "Not Guilty" verdicts on all counts against both Mr. Cazarez and Mr. Moreno.
Cazares, et al. v. Bell Gardens Police Department (Civil) - After destroying the prosecution's case in criminal court, Mr. Manuelian went on the offensive and assisted both Mr. Cazares and Mr. Moreno in suing the Bell Gardens Police Department and the "so called" police officers in Federal District Court for Civil Rights Violations under United States Code 1983. After a one month long trial, all the lies of the police were exposed in one of the biggest police misconduct/brutality cases in California's recent times. R.J. Manuelian was able to assist in getting both their clients a verdict in their favor with a $4.5 million dollar judgment against the Bell Gardens Police. It was one of the highest Civil Rights Verdicts in the year 2008 and one of the highest amounts awarded to any Civil Rights victim in recent years. R.J. Manuelian's name was officially placed on the map and was now known as a champion for Civil Rights and was officially recognized as a "true-contender" in the criminal defense arena - all done by the tender age of 37. When asked by the media how he attained such success at such a young age he answered "I'm just getting started!"
Mr. Manueilan's clients will tell you that there is one quality about him that they love the most - his brutal honesty. "I never lie to my clients, there is no point. When I meet with a client, I let them know what is the realistic result they can expect in their case. If they don't like what they hear then I tell them that in order for me to achieve a successful result, I have to identify the problems in a case and need the client's to understand those problems in order to achieve a result which the client's can expect, understand and be happy with - those are the only client's I accept."
Most of the Judges and Prosecutors in Los Angeles are familiar with Mr. Manuelian and know of his reputation for his aggressiveness and honesty. Judge Spurgeon Smith, a California State Court Judge, recently described Mr. Manuelian as "aggressive" and said, "...if you were arrested, you want someone like Mr. Manuelian fighting your case." Clients refer to Mr. Manuelian as "The Bulldog" for his aggressive and resolute style of defense.
Mr. Manuelian believes that all of his clients, including the ones who admit committing crimes, deserve a second chance. His philosophy is simple: "Sometimes good people make bad mistakes. I'm here to show the Judges and Prosecutors the flaws in their case and the good in my clients."
"I learned at a very young age that the most important aspect in someone's life is their liberty, their reputation and their principles - I fight for those for my clients as though I am fighting for myself. That is what makes me different than other attorneys. I became a criminal defense attorney to help people and so long as there are people who need help, I will be here for them."
Licenses
- Massachusetts Bar (2000)
- California Bar (2002)
- District of Columbia Bar (2007)
Admissions
- United States District Court - Massachusetts (2001)
- United States Court of Appeals - First Circuit (2001)
- Supreme Court for the State of California (2002)
- United States District Court - California (2002)
- District of Columbia - Court of Appeals (2007)
- Supreme Court of the United States (2007)
Education
- Juris Doctor – Massachusetts School of Law (2000)
- Master of Science in Criminal Studies – Long Island University (Thesis on Jury Bias) (1998)
- Bachelor of Science in Criminal Studies – St. John's University (1993)
A.J. Jingozian – Criminal Defense Lawyer
Mr. Jingozian has an extensive background in criminal law, focusing on white collar offenses, including misdemeanor infractions and felony crimes such as fraud. His comprehensive understanding of the legal system has proven to be an invaluable asset to his clients and has resulted in numerous successful case resolutions. Mr. Jingozian is an aggressive and dedicated criminal defense attorney, committed to providing his clients with personalized attention and the legal representation that they deserve.
Criminal Defense
Mr. Jingozian’s enthusiastic and meticulous approach to handling criminal defense cases has translated into outstanding case results. Mr. Jingozian has an impressive record of obtaining government case rejections, avoidance of case filings, case dismissals, and sentence reductions for his clients. Among the cases in which Mr. Jingozian has obtained a successful resolution for the defendant include:
People v. Abulail – Mr. Abulail was charged with six (6) felony counts of evading tax on cigarettes and four (4) felony counts of money laundering. The actions of Mr. Jingozian ultimately led to the prosecution dismissing all charges.
People v. Aceves – Prior to Mr. Jingozian’s involvement in this case, the Los Angeles District Attorney’s office was seeking 25 years to life for the alleged actions of Mr. Aceves. Mr. Jingozian was able to successfully defend the attempted murder charge and have it reduced. As a result of Mr. Jingozian's actions, Mr. Aceves received a four (4) year prison sentence for assault with a deadly weapon.
Licenses
- State Bar of California and United States District Court – Central District of California
Education
- Juris Doctor – University of La Verve College of Law (2000)
- Bachelor of Arts in Political Science – California State University Northridge (1997)
Randy Kravis – Appellate Attorney
Randy Kravis’s practice is limited exclusively to criminal appeals and writs. Mr. Kravis began his legal career in the Navy JAG Corps, where he served for four years as a lieutenant. During his service, he received several honors and awards, including the prestigious Navy Commendation Medal for his work as an appellate attorney. Mr. Kravis also graduated magna cum laude from American University law school, was inducted into the school’s Honor Society, and served as an editor on its law review.
Mr. Kravis’s practice is dedicated exclusively to helping defendants appeal their convictions in both the federal and state courts. In the course of his career as an appellate attorney, he has handled hundreds of appeals and writs of habeas corpus and has obtained numerous reversals for his clients, including those in the United States Supreme Court (Watson v. California; Naya v. California), the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals (United States v. Davis, 428 F.3d 802 – 9th Cir. 2005) and the California appellate courts (People v. Woren; People v. Valle; People v. Gonzalez). Mr. Kravis is also a regular legal commentator on Fox News Channel. He is pleased to be of counsel to the talented group of attorneys that make up the J & M Law Firm.
Contact Our Los Angeles Office to Speak with a Criminal Defense Attorney
If you have been charged with a crime and are seeking a Los Angeles criminal defense attorney, a lawyer from our law firm can help. We have the experience and knowledge needed to help successfully resolve your case. Contact J & M Law Firm today to schedule a free consultation. We provide skilled legal representation in cases involving sexual misconduct, violent crimes, drug offenses, white collar crimes, and a full range of other matters requiring effective criminal defense.
