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Former West LA Prosecutors | Beverly Hills Criminal And DUI Defense Lawyers Since 1987, Beverly Hills criminal defense attorneys, Paul Takakjian and Stephen Sitkoff, have committed their legal practice to the defense of persons accused of criminal and DUI charges out of Beverly Hills and throughout West LA. Whether you have a prior criminal record or you are facing your first DUI offense, you likely numerous questions about what to expect, the penalties you face, the impact on your career, possible case outcomes, as well as other uncertainties that lie ahead.
Defense Expertise For All Misdemeanor & Felony Charges In LA Since 1987, we have committed our legal expertise to defending felony charges and other crimes in Los Angeles and throughout Southern California. With over 70 years of combined criminal trial experience as former LA prosecutors, law enforcement instructors, and now criminal and DUI defense experts, we have established a reputation as the preeminent criminal defense law firm in the Los Angeles.
When A DUI Becomes 2nd Degree Murder | “Watson Murder” We are asked from time to time about defending Watson Murder cases that arise out of a DUI accident. While thankfully rare, these are among the most difficult kinds of cases to defend, principally because the defendant who finds himself involved in the traffic fatality never intended to hurt the deceased person. The theory of criminal liability in these cases arises from the case of People v.
California recognizes two types of murder: first degree murder and second degree murder. First degree murder is reserved for especially heinous crimes involving premeditation, deliberation or deliberate planning, and intent to kill. State laws list the special circumstances that a prosecutor must use to charge a defendant with first degree murder. If none of the special circumstances apply, the prosecutor may pursue a charge of second degree murder.
Criminal And DUI Defense Attorneys In Glendale, CA | Former LA County Prosecutors Since 1987, criminal defense attorneys, Paul Takakjian and Stephen Sitkoff, have committed their legal expertise to defending all misdemeanor and felony criminal and DUI crimes out of Glendale Court. Both Mr. Takakjian and Mr. Sitkoff have practiced law for over 3 decades as former senior prosecutors and law enforcement DUI instructors and since 1987, Glendale criminal defense attorneys.
California Board Certified Criminal Law Specialists and Former Van Nuys Court Prosecutors, Specializing In Criminal and DUI Defense For almost 3 decades, Los Angeles criminal defense attorneys, Mr. Paul Takakjian and Mr. Stephen Sitkoff, have specialized in defending all misdemeanor and felony criminal and DUI charges out of Van Nuys Courthouse. With over 70 years of combined trial experience as former Van Nuys Court prosecutors and now criminal defense experts, Mr. Takakjian and Mr. Sitkoff are among the most experienced defense attorneys in Southern California.
Torrance Criminal Defense Attorneys | Former Torrance Court Prosecutors If you are facing criminal charges, it is important to understand your rights and how to invoke those rights. In some criminal cases, charges may be reduced or dismissed due to violations of a person’s constitutional rights. Our experienced Torrance criminal defense attorneys can identify potential defenses and will address the issues in an effective manner. What are some constitutional rights that a defendant has? Persons who have been investigated and charged with crimes have a variety of rights that are guaranteed by the United States Constitution.
California board-certified criminal law specialists and former Long Beach prosecutors, specializing in Criminal and DUI defense. For over 3 decades, we have committed our legal defense practice to defending individuals accused of criminal charges in Long Beach. Following a criminal arrest, you will have countless questions about what you should do next, what to expect, the penalties you face, the impact on your career, and your possible case outcomes.
West Los Angeles Criminal And DUI Defense Attorneys | Former Senior LA Prosecutors Since 1987, criminal defense attorneys, Paul Takakjian and Stephen Sitkoff, have committed their legal expertise to defending all misdemeanor and felony criminal and DUI cases arising out of arrests in West LA. Both Mr. Takakjian and Mr. Sitkoff have practiced law for over 3 decades as former senior Los Angeles prosecutors and law enforcement DUI instructors, and since 1987, West La criminal defense lawyers.
California Board Certified Criminal Law Specialists and Former Pomona Court Prosecutors, Specializing In Criminal and DUI Defense Since 1987, our Los Angeles criminal defense attorneys have successfully defended both felony and misdemeanor crimes out of the Pomona Courthouse. With almost 70 years of combined criminal and DUI trial experience as former senior LA prosecutors who previously worked in Pomona Court, and now criminal defense experts, Mr. Paul Takakjian and Mr. Stephen Sitkoff are among the most experienced defense lawyers in Southern California.
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Stephen Sitkoff

Stephen Sitkoff

Partner and Criminal Defense Attorney

Stephen Sitkoff is a partner at Sitkoff & Hanrahan who started his legal career as a deputy district attorney more than 30 years ago prosecuting cases throughout the LA criminal court system in Southern California.
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Eugene Hanrahan

Partner and Criminal Defense Attorney

Eugene Hanrahan is both a former federal and county prosecutor and partner at Sitkoff & Hanrahan, LLP with two decades of criminal law experience. Mr. Hanrahan’s criminal defense expertise ranges from misdemeanors to serious, complex felony cases.
James Kim

James Kim

Senior Case Analyst

James possesses over a decade of legal experience and serves as the firm’s senior case analyst handling the initial calls from prospective clients.