Orange County

Trial Lawyers Relentlessly Pursuing Justice

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Orange County Trial Attorneys

In Orange County, individuals facing legal challenges, whether from criminal accusations, mental health-related issues, injuries due to negligence, or violations of fundamental rights, need experienced advocates who understand the local courts and the unique demands of these cases.

At Lessem, Newstat & Tooson, LLP, we proudly serve Orange County residents with aggressive, compassionate representation. Our team has successfully handled thousands of cases, securing dismissals, not guilty verdicts, substantial compensation, and justice for those whose rights have been infringed. We are committed to addressing the specific needs of Orange County clients, ensuring that mental health considerations, criminal defenses, injury claims, and civil rights violations are handled with the expertise and urgency they deserve.

If you’re in Orange County and need strong legal support, contact us today for a consultation.

Cases We Can Help With

We concentrate our practice on four core areas, tailored to the needs of Orange County clients:

Criminal Defense: We provide robust defense against a wide range of criminal charges in Orange County courts, from misdemeanors to serious felonies. Our goal is always to seek dismissals, reductions, or acquittals, protecting you from wrongful convictions or overly harsh penalties.
Mental Health: As specialists in mental health defense, we represent individuals in Orange County whose mental health conditions intersect with criminal accusations. This includes cases involving involuntary holds, sanity hearings, Murphy Conservatorships, and advocating for appropriate treatment over punishment. We bridge the gap where standard criminal defense may fall short in understanding these complex issues.
Personal Injury: We fight for full compensation for Orange County residents injured due to accidents, negligence, or wrongful acts. Whether from car crashes, premises liability, or other incidents, we pursue maximum recovery on a no-recovery-no-fees basis, handling all aspects to secure medical costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering damages.
Civil Rights: We hold accountable those who violate constitutional rights in Orange County, including cases of excessive force, police brutality, false or unlawful arrests, jail deaths/suicides, prison abuse, and other misconduct by law enforcement or officials. Our team works tirelessly to uphold your rights and obtain justice.

Why Us

Choosing Lessem, Newstat & Tooson, LLP means partnering with a respected, award-winning team that prioritizes results and client care in Orange County. With more than 50 years of combined courtroom experience, we’ve achieved thousands of successful outcomes in criminal defense cases, recovered millions in personal injury compensation, and advocated effectively in specialized mental health and civil rights matters.

We offer powerful advocacy with proven results, 24/7 availability for attentive counsel, and a relentless commitment to avoiding devastating consequences like wrongful convictions or inadequate protections. Our deep knowledge of Southern California courts allows us to navigate local procedures efficiently. We treat every client with the respect and dedication they deserve, fighting aggressively so you can focus on moving forward.

Supportive with Clients. Aggressive in Court.

Navigating the legal system can be complicated. To maximize your chance of securing the best outcome possible, it is essential that you reach out to us without delay. When you hire our firm, we will work quickly to gather every detail, examine every piece of evidence, and build a strong case.

We will not hesitate to go toe-to-toe in trial with an insurance company, corporation, prosecutor, or law enforcement officer. Regardless of the type of situation you are involved in, rest assured that we will do everything we can to protect your rights and help you secure the most favorable result possible.

Charges Dropped & Time Served with Probation

Attempted Murder & Kidnapping

No Registration Required

Sexual Battery

Case Not Filed

Battery & Criminal Threats

Reduced to Dry Reckless

Prescription Drug DUI

Electronic Monitoring

Carrying a Concealed Firearm

Dismissed

Domestic Violence & Child Neglect

Dismissed

Multiple Charges of Unlawful Firearm

Dismissed

Possession of Drug Paraphernalia

Dismissed

Voluntary Manslaughter

2 Days in Jail & House Arrest

DUI Enhancement

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Meet the Lawyers Fighting for You

The Lessem, Newstat & Tooson Team

Jeremy Lessem

Partner

J. Tooson

Partner

Joshua E. Newstat

In Memoriam (1976 – 2016)

Ricky Worsfold

Associate

Taryn Williams

Associate

Mark D. Lessem

Of Counsel

William C. Makler

Of Counsel

All Attorneys

Their No. 1 Priority is Achieving Positive Outcomes for Clients

I have nothing but praise.

No Jail Time

We are very pleased and impressed!

I just want to say thank you for your expert handling of my son’s case this summer.

DEFINITELY the best lawyer

Thank you for all the work you put into my case and for believing in me

I will recommend you and your firm to anyone

Having a clean record has allowed me to pursue a successful future

You were always willing to listen, explain, and share

Our Clients Are Our Focus.

When facing complex legal matters, it is not uncommon to encounter an issue that needs immediate attention from your team.

For this reason, we are available to assist our clients 24 hours a day, seven days a week, to ensure any questions or concerns you may have will be addressed immediately. With around the clock service and multiple office locations, clients throughout Southern California can be confident knowing our counsel is available to them whenever and wherever they need it.