Brian Neal Gurwitz

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Also known as State Bar Certified Criminal Law Specialist, Former Orange County Senior Deputy District Attorney
Brian Neal Gurwitz
Certified Criminal Law Specialist. Former Orange County Senior Deputy District Attorney.
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An Experienced Lawyer with Ethics
- a Criminal Defense client
5.0 star rating
The best experience with any lawyer i've ever had.
- a Criminal Defense client

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Professional Conduct 5.0 star rating

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Fees

Fixed (Always), Free Consultation (60 minutes)

Payment types

Cash, Check, Credit Card

Contact Information

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  • The Law Office of Brian Gurwitz, APC
    1422 Edinger Avenue
    Suite 100
    Tustin, CA 92780
    Office: 714-880-8800
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Languages Spoken

  • English

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Brian Gurwitz, a former Senior Deputy District Attorney in Orange County, prosecuted criminal cases for nearly 13 years before entering private practice in... more

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“An Experienced Lawyer with Ethics”

Posted by: a Criminal Defense client, over 3 years ago.

Client Review: I found Brian Gurwitz through a search engine while trying to find a decent attorney. I spoke to a handful of attorneys before him, most of whom were... more
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“The best experience with any lawyer i've ever had.”

Posted by: a Criminal Defense client, over 3 years ago.

Client Review: Brian Neal Gurwitz is the best lawyer i have ever had. He possesses a superior knowledge of the law, he is cunning and aggressive. He will defend... more
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Peer Endorsements

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15 endorsements


Michael Laurence Fell

Brian is one of the brightest attorneys I have ever had the privilege of knowing. Not only is he committed to staying current on the law, but he has... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Michael Fell , Irvine (CA), Over 3 years ago
Scott Kenneth Petersen

Brian and I worked together in the Orange County District Attorney's Office. Even as a new prosecutor, Brian quickly developed a reputation as a "... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Scott Petersen , Sarasota (FL), Over 3 years ago
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Résumé

 

License

19 years since Brian Neal Gurwitz was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
California Active 1994 12/19/2012

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Work Experience

Position Duration
Owner at The Law Office of Brian Gurwitz, APC 2009–present
Western Regional Counsel at RIAA (Recording Industry Association of America) 2008–2009
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Education

School Major Degree Graduated
McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific law 1994
California State University, Sacramento Executive Fellows Program N/A 1991
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Awards

Award Name Granting Organization Date
Top OC Criminal Defense Attorneys OC Metro Magazine 2012
AV "Preeminent" Peer Review Rating Martindale-Hubbell 2011
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Associations

Position Association Name Duration
Member Judiciary Committee - Orange County Bar Assoc. 2013–present
Fellow Orange County Bar Foundation 2010–present
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Portfolio

Contribution

Contributor Level 11
Answers: 108 Legal Answers
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11 Answers marked "I agree" by other lawyers
70 Answers marked helpful by other users
Guides: 3 Legal Guides
1 Staff Pick
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Publications

Article Publication Date
Has the three Strikes Law Been Properly Implemented Since Its Enactment or Has It Been Abused? The Journal for the Advancement of Criminal Justice 2007
Resign, Sheriff Carona The Los Angeles Times 2007
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Speaking Engagements

Presentation Name Conference Date
Preserving the Record for Criminal Appeals Sicily Continuing Legal Education Seminar 2012
Substance Abuse for Lawyers Sicily Continuing Legal Education Seminar 2012
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Call or email Brian Gurwitz, seven days per week, for a free consultation.

714-880-8800

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