Jeremy and his team went above and beyond working on my case, they were always available by text whenever I had questions and they turned what would have been a five year process into just 15 months. Their representation and diligence in pushing for my rights was beyond question. I owe this team so much and will always be grateful for their work.

Recently, a member of my family had a scrape with the law. I contacted the Law Firm and requested their representation. Joshua E. Newstat, Esq. accepted the case. He explained what to expect regarding his investigation from beginning to end. He kept me well-informed in every step of his investigation, going to the ends of the earth and back to get a case dismissed everyone else said would be sadly impossible. Mr. Newstat’s support staff was always responsive and he was always available which helped settle my anxiety and the pressure I was feeling. My compliments to the Law Firm of Lessem, Newstat & Tooson, LLP. Clearly, their No. 1 priority is achieving positive outcomes for their clients. Thank you.

I have nothing but praise for the quality of service provided to my family, it was professional and top notch. I am a satisfied customer and highly recommended this law firm.

Getting my DUI was a very scary thing for me. Not knowing what I was up against, I turned to the law firm, which came highly recommended through a friend. I was amazed to learn that I didn’t have to do anything else from the moment my case was in their hands. Blowing more than twice the legal BAC, Joshua Erin Newstat got me off with no jail time. He handled my case thoroughly and with professionalism.

I want to thank YOU and your team. It’s been an excellent experience with your knowledge and well conducted manners of the inside procedures of the courts and our special needs and difficult case! We are blessed to have you for our lawyer and will highly recommend you with your professional and educated advice!

A definite lesson learned for him. We won’t hesitate to contact you again should the need arise (but we hope it won’t!).

You can’t understand how happy this makes us, mom even started to cry! Thank you so much for all your help! this is super fantastic news and I’ll feel a lot safer flying in tomorrow. Again thank you, you are most definitely the best lawyer ever and hopefully the only one I’ll ever have.

Yesterday, I found out that my case was dismissed! I was so happy to find out, there were tears in my eyes.

I shall never forget you. You can take for granted that I will recommend you and your firm to anyone who needs counsel.

I received my CA insurance license today. In order to become licensed I had to pass an exam and a background check. This would have never been possible without your tremendous success on my cases. Having a clean record has allowed me to pursue a successful future. I can’t thank you guys enough for what you have done for me.

There are no words to convey how thankful we are that you were there for Mo. You were always willing to listen, explain, and share. You are a magnificent lawyer! All the best in every way.

From the start, Jeremy laid out a plan for mental health diversion, explaining (many times) what to expect. There were moments—many—when I wanted to speed things up, when fear took over. Every time, Jeremy patiently walked me through the process again. I asked the same question over and over, and each time, he responded as if it were the first time, with clarity and care. He gave no false hopes but remained confident in the plan.

We got the outcome we had been hoping and praying for. There are still criteria to meet, and it will be a while before it is completely done, but the scariest and most difficult part is behind us.

Jeremy, I don’t think that I can thank you enough for helping me with my case. It was really a miracle that I met you and asked you to represent me as my lawyer. Even though the police arrest report was so derogatory to me, you were able to speak on my behalf and convince the prosecutor that I was the actual victim in the case. And today at the Office Conference, it was such a pleasure watching you defend me to the Board of Pharmacy representatives. Every year of your experience showed through the things that you said to them to persuade them to keep my record as pharmacy professional clear. I’m so grateful for the opportunity of having you represent me twice, in two different settings. Each time you exceeded my expectations in what an attorney could possibly do for a client. Thank you so much for believing in me throughout my case and doing such a superb job as an attorney. I wish you all the best and continued success in all of your cases!

Ricky Worsfold did an amazing job helping my son with his mental health diversion case. He patiently explained the pros and cons to us, recommended the best options taking into account what the judge and DA would likely accept, and passionately made my son’s case in court. He regularly provided progress reports to the court, and persuaded the judge to close the case early instead of the usual two year diversion requirement. Ricky communicated with us clearly throughout our journey with the court. Now my son’s case has been dismissed, his arrest record has been sealed, and he is free to proceed with his recovery in a normal manner. As a NAMI leader for 10 years, and as a community member having to get immersed in the legal system, I have no hesitation in recommending Ricky as your lawyer!

Mr. Lessem represented me in a stalking case; I was the victim in this matter. I had tried previously to obtain a protective order but failed; however, with Mr. Lessem as my attorney, a years-long problem was finally successfully resolved. Mr. Lessem was professional, extremely well-prepared, and incredibly persuasive in court. Just as important, he made sure that I knew just what to expect in court so that when the time came to testify, I felt confident that by just telling the truth and describing what had transpired, justice would be served and it was.

If you’re facing the justice system in a place like Ventura County—where the odds can feel stacked, the process overwhelming, and the deck quietly shuffled against you—do yourself the favor of calling Ricky. He is, without question, the kind of defense attorney you *hope* still exists: principled, strategic, and deeply human. From our first meeting, Ricky struck that rare and difficult balance: he made no empty promises, no grandstanding guarantees—but he *did* offer something more valuable. Hope.

Grounded, reasoned, and earned hope. He helped me understand what was possible through his legal skill and tireless preparation, and never once sugar-coated the seriousness of my situation. Yet somehow, through his calm confidence and honest assessment, he kept my spirits afloat. In a county where some judges and prosecutors seem all too eager to punish first and ask questions later, Ricky is a voice of fairness and clarity. He has a sharp eye for legal nuance, and more importantly, the judgment to know exactly *which* fair-minded decision-makers to reach—and *how* to reach them.

In my case, he found that one crucial ear in a courtroom full of punitive instincts, and through careful advocacy, made sure it heard *me*. Ricky treated me with the dignity every person deserves but few actually receive in the criminal justice system. He never let me feel like a case file. He listened, he answered, and he fought—always with integrity, and always with purpose. He gave my case the thorough attention it required, and in return, I got the best possible outcome I could have hoped for under the circumstances. If you’re looking for someone to fight for you—not with bluster, but with real brains, grit, and moral clarity—Ricky is that lawyer. I cannot recommend him highly enough.

Frivolous attacks and threats can come from anywhere at any time. The one I received recently was potentially damaging to me personally and to my business. My heart was in my stomach, my life was in disarray, I couldn’t work effectively, and this issue took over my personal life. The end result if it had gone poorly could have been devastating. I called Lessem, Newstat & Tooson, LLP and attorney Joshua Newstat assisted me. Immediately, the threat was dissected and analyzed at all angles to determine how to best approach my serious problem. I feel that was a very critical component, as the wrong move could have definitely created a nightmare for me. Joshua made several key and strategic calls with various parties and within a few weeks, he had checkmated my attacker. The matter was no longer an issue. What started as an enormous ball of stress for me, quickly diffused into nothing and my life continued back to normal. Nothing replaces your peace of mind. There is no better feeling, than to know you are going to battle with the best. Joshua Newstat is an advocate that is polished yet aggressive, thoughtful yet decisive, intelligent – both book smart and street smart, extremely resourceful, crafty…I could continue on. The firm and Joshua Newstat needs to be in your contacts whenever you need help, an incredible asset to have on your side in your most desperate times of need.

Ricky was professional, reassuring, prompt, and very communicative throughout the entire legal process. He is an excellent asset and helped me navigate a very confusing and anxious time in my life. I am forever grateful for his kindness and patience.

When I unexpectedly ran into legal problems, to say I was at a low point in my life would be an understatement. In addition to the circumstances that culminated in a criminal charge, I was now facing a criminal record, the loss of my job and I couldn’t exactly rule out jail time. After searching online, I gave the offices of Lessem, Newstat & Tooson, LLP a call and was immediately patched through to Mr. Lessem. Despite the misgivings I had about the rather rushed research I had done before calling, he quickly put me at ease and gave me such a sense of relief. He explained the process in front of me, the possible outcomes and the financial terms clearly, answering my panicked questions. Immediately he and Mr. Newstat set to work and took care of everything. I was under personal stress, I knew nothing of the criminal justice system, I was blindsided by a criminal charge and they took care of everything! Leading up to my court date, Mr. Newstat was in regular contact, making sure I had my ducks were in a row. My emails to the office were even answered during weekends and evenings. I reside out of the country and he was able to represent me in court and arranged everything so that I wouldn’t have to quit my job to board an airplane destined for court or jail. This whole time I was able to stay home and emerged from this whole ordeal relatively unscathed. Today I have such a heavy burden off my shoulders and I have put this period of my life in the past, thanks in no small part to the professionalism and efficacy of the firm.

The dedication, professionalism, and compassion of Attorney Lessem and Associate Attorney Taryn Williams stood out at every stage of supporting my friend’s son. They consistently balanced hope with clear guidance, made the intricacies of the legal process understandable and approachable, and respected and honored the vital role of family and community support at every appearance. They also welcomed and incorporated nontraditional advocacy materials, including a video presentation prepared by Silicon Valley De-Bug at the family’s request, to give meaningful context so the young adult could be understood as more than a case file, but as a whole person. Together, they embodied both legal expertise and genuine care, ensuring the young adult they represented was seen for his potential, not just his case.

Thank you so much for your job on my son’s behalf. I was very pleased to hear of the outcome and he was very relieved and motivated to continue his work towards establishing himself as a productive person who is an asset rather than a detriment to the community. I appreciate all your efforts and your patience in listening/working with David and myself late into the evening. He truly has a good heart and is fighting the battle of his life. Again, many thanks.

Thank you for meeting with me and C this afternoon and for spending so much time with us. It is reassuring to know that we do indeed have the “A” team working for C. I am confident that he will be fully exonerated, hopefully sooner rather than later. Patience never has been a hallmark virtue of the Davis family, however knowing the process is really helpful and relieves some angst.

Ricky I would like to thank you wholeheartedly for representing this case in court. I sat in court each time, and I was very impressed with how knowledgeable you are with legal laws. I could not understand how a soft spoken young man could have such impact at each court hearing but you proved that knowledge is power. I was very impressed each time. What I did understand is that you cared, and you persisted in defending and winning the case, in my mind you won the case because the outcome was favorable to us. And to my surprise you were able to have the case dismissed six months earlier. I want to thank you for such I fine job. You are such an asset to your law firm. With the way you are fighting for innocent peoples rights, I can see you and your firm being among the top lawyers and law firms. I know that you all practice teamwork because of how efficient your law firm runs, all calls are answered. All information is given, and most important all police reports, medical records and evidence are read completely without room for any errors.

Arianna, what a team player she us on top of every duty on her desk, I’m very grateful that she was quick to keep everything in check. Thank you Arianna. A case in court is nerve racking, but not once your law firm is hired, you receive the relief that they will take over with no doubt that your loved one is in good hands with the best representation in the area. I sincerely recommend this law firm. Thank you again everyone.