UCLA Criminal Defense Lawyer

Representation for UCLA Students & Staff

College campuses play host to thousands of students and faculty members. For many of these students, attending college is an academic and personal learning experience. Unfortunately, this also means that students make mistakes. When these mistakes lead to criminal charges, working with the right attorney is crucial to ensuring that youthful mistakes, misunderstandings, or baseless charges do not have long-term consequences.

If you or your loved one has recently been arrested near or on the UCLA campus, or are a current UCLA student facing criminal allegations, you can find experienced, aggressive representation at Lessem, Newstat & Tooson, LLP. For a FREE consultation, call 888-860-0643.

Cases We Handle

Our Los Angeles personal injury lawyers are prepared to help UCLA students, parents, and staff in a variety of misdemeanor and felony cases. Some of the most commonly prosecuted crimes against students include:

Whatever the charges you are facing may be, it is important to remember that a conviction can seriously jeopardize your scholastic career and your professional and personal future. At a time when students are beginning to build the foundation for a successful career and adult life – especially at a top-tier school such as UCLA – criminal allegations, convictions, and harsh penalties can destroy their hard work.

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A member of our legal team can evaluate your case, inform you of your rights, and discuss the ways in which you can defend against your charges. Our defense team has more than 50 years of combined experience and has worked with many students who were overwhelmed and frightened by the criminal charges they faced. We make it point to work closely with our clients and to fight zealously on their behalf at all times during their legal journey.

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