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Joel G. Garcia

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  • Los Angeles, CA
  • Licensed for 2 years
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About Joel

Joel G. Garcia is a Trial Attorney and Founder Garcia Law Group, Professional Corporation where he handles criminal and civil litigation ranging from misdemeanors and felonies to restraining orders.  In representing his clients, Mr. Garcia is relentless, aggressive, and zealous.

“It is my privilege to represent my clients in court. As a criminal defense attorney, it is my duty to stand between my client and the government, when the government tries to take my client’s freedom. It is my duty to hold the government to its burden and to ensure my client’s constitutional rights are not violated.”

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Practice areas

OtherExpungementDomestic violenceDUI and DWICriminal defense
  1. Criminal defense: 30%

    Felonies, misdemeanors, violent crimes, gang crimes, drug crimes, assault, battery, criminal threats, sex crimes, cyber crimes, DUI, white collar, enhancements.

    4 years, 200 cases

  2. DUI and DWI: 30%

    Alcohol DUIs, Marijuana DUIs, and Drug DUIs.

    4 years

  3. Domestic violence: 20%

    Domestic violence, criminal or civil matters pertaining to protective orders, restraining orders.

    4 years

  4. Expungement: 10%

    Expunging and Sealing arrest records.

    4 years

  1. Violent crime: 10%

    Battery, assault, assault with a deadly weapon, assault with force likely to produce great bodily harm, GBI, aggravated battery.

    4 years

Languages spoken

English, Spanish

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Contact

714 W. Olympic Blvd.
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Garcia Law Group, Professional Corporation

714 W. Olympic Blvd.
Suite 910
Los Angeles, CA, 90015

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License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
CAActive201802/07/2021
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
Legal answers82
Legal guides1
Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Top 40 Under 40National Trial Lawyers2020
Recognizing Excellence in Criminal Defense LawLawyers of Distinction2020
Advanced Trial AdvocacyTrial Advocacy Group2019
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
Trial LawyerGarcia Law Group, Professional Corporation2019 - Present
Criminal Defense AttorneyHurwitz Law Group, Inc.2017 - Present
Lease AbstractorMd7, LLC through Special Counsel2017 - 2017
ClerkRejali Law Firm2016 - 2016
ClerkHurwitz Holt2016 - 2016
Forklift Driver/CashierCostco Wholesale2005 - 2015
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
Los Angeles County Criminal Courts Bar AssociationMember2019 - Present
Consumer Attorneys Association of Los AngelesMember2019 - Present
United States District Court for the Central District of CaliforniaAttorney Member2019 - Present
Los Angeles County Bar AssociationMember2018 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember2018 - Present
California Public Defenders AssociationMember2018 - Present
Mexican American Bar Association of Los AngelesMember2018 - Present
California Attorneys for Criminal JusticeMember2018 - Present
California Lawyers AssociationMember2018 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember2017 - Present
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
www.garcialawgrouppc.comDomestic Violence Restraining Orders in Los Angeles2019
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
Thomas Jefferson School of LawJD - Juris Doctor2017
California State University, FullertonBA - Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice2011
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
People v. LMDismissed
D.G. v. M.C.Restraining Order Terminated
People v. NMDismissed.
A.N. v. D.X.Restraining Order Denied

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Domestic violence

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With his hard work and dedication to my case Joel Garcia was able to renew my restraining order for five years .
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He was so nice and explained everything to me so that I can understand . I can’t thank him enough
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Domestic Violence Restraining Order

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Joel did an amazing job with my case. He consulted me about my case, informed me about every aspect and gave me advice and coached me through in order to arrive at the best possible outcome. Once I hired him, it was smooth sailing. Constant emails, phone calls to keep me up to date...every meeting we had he had a determined plan and he let me know what to do and what he was planning on doing. Overall, Joel is an experienced attorney with an amazing track record and astounding perseverance. My outcome was the best that it could be and I have to thank Joel for that. 10/10! Thank you so much!
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BEST

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Mr Joel Garcia is one heck of a lawyer. He got me out of rut. His cross examining skills are A1. I would highly recommend him to friends and family.
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Sharp and aggressive!

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Joel was incredible in defending me in a restraining order hearing. He prevented a restraining order from being granted. I was very scared and nervous but he informed me of the process and prepared me for court which really calmed my nerves. He was very poised, well-spoken and truly shined in the courtroom in my opinion. He is my go-to attorney!
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Knowledgeable and Confident

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Mr. Garcia was extremely thorough in explaining to me everything regarding my case as to what I was facing, what my options were, and how we were going to proceed. He was extremely confident throughout and knew how to handle every aspect of the negotiations between me and the other party I was involved with in my case. At the end he was successfully able to negotiate a settlement and most importantly prevented the possibility of a misdemeanor going on my record. I am extremely thankful for his stellar work and would recommend him to anyone who wants an attorney that will fight for them in court.
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Best Lawyer in LA area!

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I cannot express how grateful I am to Mr. Garcia. I blew a .10, and Mr. Garcia got my case dismissed. I heard from many people that I might as well just plead guilty and be done with it because I was just way too over the limit. I am glad I decided to give Mr. Garcia a call. I explained to my situation and he assured me that I had a case that was worth fighting. Throughout the whole process, Mr. Garcia was very good at keeping me updated and out of jail! I didn't have to deal with missing work to show up to court, which was nice because I didn't want to create any suspicion within my workplace. Now I don't have to worry, because Mr. Garcia was able to have my case dismissed! Amazing work and I would highly recommend to anyone with a DUI!
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Amazing!!!

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Mr. Garcia was incredibly understanding with me during an extremely difficult situation. He was very knowledgable and he was able to get me an incredible result and keep me out of jail.
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Attorney endorsements

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Daniel Flores, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 7, 2020
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. Joel is a knowledgeable and tenacious advocate for criminal defense. Joel serves his clients with integrity and pursues justice for his clients. He is an excellent attorney.

Action Lavitch, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 20, 2020
Relationship: Worked together on matter

When I think of the truest form of a defense lawyer, I think of Joel Garcia. Talented, bright, and full of fight. I am not only grateful to have been able to work on cases with him, but honored. He is one of the best I have known and I proudly endorse Joel Garcia.

Edward Damas, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 23, 2019
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Joel is very talented lawyer that gets great results for his clients. I endorse this lawyer.

Isaac Vega, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 9, 2019
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. A prosecutor's nightmare. Attorney Joel studies both sides of every case for the benefit of his clients. Formidable, indefatigable, and unconquerable.

Thomas Gennaro, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 7, 2019
Relationship: Worked together on matter

I endorse Mr. Garcia. Very diligent, loyal and committed to his clients. I learned a lot from his approach to the practice, both discipline and passion.

Ghazal Sharif, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 28, 2019
Relationship: Worked together on matter

Joel is a skilled lawyer, with experience, knowledge and passion. He is a savvy problem solver, a force to be reckoned with at trial and a serious advocate for his clients. He is driven by a killer work ethic and invested in achieving the best possible outcome for his clients.

Omid Rejali, Criminal defense Attorney on May 10, 2019
Relationship: Supervised lawyer

Joel is the consummate criminal defense attorney. He is adept at his trade, cares for his clients deeply and will fight for them to make sure they get the best results possible. I endorse Mr. Garcia without reservation.

Paul Hilton, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 27, 2019
Relationship: Worked together on matter

Joel is a highly competent defense attorney. He is a zealous fighter for his clients--a real pro! I endorse this lawyer.

Eiman Rejali, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 23, 2019
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I've known Joel for quite some time. He is the quiet guy who will always surprise you at the right moment, the moment you need him the most, in court advocating passionately for your rights. I endorse Mr. Garcia.

Nima Etemadian, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 5, 2019
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Joel is truly passionate about what he does and goes above and beyond for his clients. I am proud to have colleagues in the field like Attorney Joel Garcia. You are in the best hands possible!

Imran Syed, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 21, 2019
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Joel is a passionate criminal defense attorney! I would recommend him to those who need a zealous advocate in the courtroom!

Brian Hurwitz, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 19, 2018
Relationship: Worked together on matter

Joel G Garcia is a skilled trial attorney. I've had the privilege of working with Mr. Garcia on several criminal matters. His aggressive and zealous representation has led to incredible results for clients. I give him the highest recommendation possible. He truly leaves no stone unturned for his clients. When Joel G. Garcia is in your corner, you are truly in good hands

Philip Mauriello, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 19, 2018
Relationship: Worked together on matter

You won't find many attorneys who are as passionate and driven to resolve your case as Joel. When he gets a matter he dives into it 110% to get the best results for his clients. I fully endorse him.

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