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Palmdale Trial Attorneys

If you’re facing legal challenges in Palmdale, whether it’s a criminal accusation, a mental health crisis impacting your rights, an injury from an accident, or a violation of your civil rights, you need experienced advocates on your side right away.

At Lessem, Newstat & Tooson, LLP, our dedicated team serves the Palmdale community. With over 50 years of combined legal experience, we fight tirelessly to protect your freedom, rights, and future. We understand the unique stresses of life in Palmdale and the Antelope Valley, and we’re here to provide compassionate, aggressive representation.

Contact us today at (888) 643-2943 for a free consultation.

Cases We Handle in Palmdale

We provide skilled legal representation across our core practice areas, tailored to the needs of Palmdale residents:

  • Criminal Defense: From misdemeanors to serious felonies, we defend clients accused of drug crimes, theft crimes, internet crimes, sex crimes, violent crimes, and more. We act quickly to review evidence, challenge charges, and pursue dismissals, reductions, or the best possible outcome to safeguard your freedom and record.
  • Mental Health Law: We specialize in defending rights during mental health crises, including contesting 5150 and 5250 holds, sanity hearings, restoration of gun rights after holds, petitions for restoration of sanity, and related issues. Our team helps ensure fair treatment and protects against unnecessary or improper detentions.
  • Personal Injury: If you’ve been injured due to someone else’s negligence, whether in a car accident, slip and fall, or other incident, we fight for full compensation. We handle injury cases on a contingency fee basis, working to secure medical costs, lost wages, pain and suffering, and more for Palmdale victims.
  • Civil Rights: We stand up against violations by law enforcement or government entities, including excessive force, police brutality, false arrests, unlawful detentions, jail deaths or suicides, and prison abuse. Our goal is to hold wrongdoers accountable and obtain justice for those whose constitutional rights have been infringed in Palmdale and beyond.

No matter the complexity, we handle thousands of cases with a focus on favorable resolutions.

Why Choose Lessem, Newstat & Tooson, LLP

Choosing the right firm can make all the difference in your case. Here’s why Palmdale clients trust us:

  • Proven Track Record: We’ve litigated hundreds of cases, secured countless dismissals, and achieved strong results across criminal, mental health, personal injury, and civil rights matters.
  • Extensive Experience: More than 50 years of combined legal expertise, with attorneys respected in courtrooms and the legal community for their skill and dedication.
  • 24/7 Availability: We’re here when you need us most, day or night, for urgent consultations and support during critical moments.
  • Client-Focused Approach: Award-winning counsel with a positive reputation backed by testimonials. We provide strong, attentive representation and treat every client with the care their case deserves.

When your rights, freedom, or recovery are on the line in Palmdale, don’t settle for less. Call Lessem, Newstat & Tooson, LLP today at (888) 643-2943 or request a consultation online. We’re ready to fight for you.

  • 10 Best Attorney Client Satisfaction
  • National Top 100 Trial Lawyer
  • Super Lawyers
  • Top 40 Under 40
  • Avvo Rating 10.0
  • 10 Best Attorney Client Satisfaction
  • Super Lawyers
  • National Top 100 Trial Lawyer
  • Top 40 Under 40
  • Avvo Rating 10.0

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.

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Domestic Violence & Child Neglect

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Vehicular Manslaughter

Case Not Filed

Felony Vandalism

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Domestic Abuse

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Sexual Battery

Not Guilty After a Trial

Murder Charges

Case Not Filed

Sexual Assault

Felony Charge Reduced To A Misdemeanor

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Jeremy Lessem and Arianna were absolutely amazing

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Their No. 1 Priority is Achieving Positive Outcomes for Clients

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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.

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Powerful Advocacy, Proven Results.

When going through serious legal matters, do not put your case in the hands of just any attorney. Rather, work with a team who has earned a respected reputation for outstanding legal service and one with a proven track record of success.

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