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Sharen H. Ghatan
also known as Sharen H. Ghatan, Sharen Ghatan
About Sharen
Biography
California Legal Counsel; Southern California's Top Rated DUI/Criminal Defense & Personal Injury/Accident Firm for is on YOUR side!
Representing the injured and the accused for nearly 25 years, and ranked as the top 2.5% attorneys in the state of California, our founding Attorney, Sharen H. Ghatan, has received numerous "Client's Choice" Awards, prestigious Professional Honors, and is highly sought after for Legal Analysis on Radio/TV/Newspapers and Social Media.
Ms. Ghatan and her dedicated legal team will give you the advantage you are seeking! With a successful track record since 2000, we have obtained multi-millions for our injured clients and thousands of dismissals for our criminal clients. Feel welcome to call now for a complimentary legal consultation: or email us:
**Please get to know her on social media:**
Instagram: @SharenTheLaw
TikTok: @SharenTheLaw
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
50%
25 years
Personal Injury
50%
25 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
33%-40%
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in California for 24 years
State: California
Acquired: 2001
No misconduct found
Location
California Legal Counsel, APLC
10940 Wilshire Blvd, 16th Floor, Los Angeles, CA, 90024
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Sharen H. Ghatan's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 83 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by anonymous | February 9, 2026 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Knowledgeable and Experienced
Sharen and her back-office team worked diligently to get the results we had hope for. They have knowledge and experience to help their clients throughout the legal process. They were supportive and caring. Both my husband and I highly recommend their services.
Posted by anonymous | December 31, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Sharen's office was the best!
Sharen and her office were able to help us in the last year deal with the defense in a very serious case. The whole staff helped us calm our emotions, took care of us, and led the charge to help us come to the best possible outcome. She has been with us through the rest of the process and has been a ...
Posted by anonymous | September 1, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Our faith in Sharen Ghatan paid off for our family.
Sharen and team were incredibly kind and professional while dealing with a very delicate and incredibly serious matter for our family. Sharen worked with us extensively and helped us through every step of the process. In a case that could have very large consequences, Sharen fought for us and got us ...
Posted by Bo | June 15, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Glad we trusted Attorney Ghatan!
Attorney Ghatan represented my family member with professionalism and detailed care. She and her team created a strong defense plan, giving our family peace of mind through a stressful situation. What stood out most was how composed and prepared Attorney Ghatan was in court. As soon as we met her...
Posted by anonymous | April 1, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Job well done!
Sharen and her team provided exceptional support in resolving a family member’s legal issue with remarkable efficiency. Sharen’s dedication and compassionate approach made a significant difference during a challenging time, greatly easing our stress and uncertainty. We are deeply grateful for her exp...
Sharen H. Ghatan's Lawyer Endorsements
"I strongly endorse Sharen. She is a fierce advocate and skilled negotiator. She has a magnetic personality but still does the work to back it up."
"I have known Sharen for over 20 years and have always had great feedback from clients who I have referred to her. She is knowledgable, professional, and caring. She is also very helpful as she has consulted on a couple of cases with me and she has offered additional help as needed. I do not hesitate to refer anyone to her as I know that they will receive the best representation."
"Sharen is a knowledgeable and extremely capable attorney who I trust so much that I referred my own family member to her. Of course, she handled that matter in a professional manner, keeping the client informed, and we got a great result. I endorse her without hesitation."
"I gladly endorse Sharen Ghatan. I know her to be passionate in her commitment to her clients and highly skilled in dealing with people."
"Attorney Sharen Ghatan is amazing. She is aggressive, a go-getter, extremely knowledgeable and does not cower when it's time to fight. She's easy to work with, extremely professional and wins the fight leaving everyone with a smile on their face. She's definitely a go to for great criminal defense. I refer my clients and personal contacts to her without question."
"Sharen is passionate about her work and cares about her clients. She is also very experienced in her field. I endorse this lawyer."
"You will not be disappointed when you hire California Legal Counsel and Sharen. She is one of the toughest and most passionate lawyers I have ever met – I am confident when I refer both personal injury and criminal cases to her that clients will receive the best treatment and get the best results. I highly recommend her for her experience and drive."
"I recently worked with Sharen. Through that experience I learned just how much she cares about her clients and the lengths to which she will go to make sure they are well served. I highly endorse her work."
"Sharen is a hard working, passionate and committed attorney. I endorse her."
"Working on the opposite side of Shraren made it clear to me Sharen's cunning and skill in advocating for a Plaintiff's rights and recovery. She was aggressive, but also knew when to concede strategically so as to gain more elsewhere. Coupled with a reputation for not being afraid to go to court and put pressure on the other side, she is an excellent attorney. Any client fortunate enough to retain Sharen can rest assured they will be treated well and receive the highest possible award for their injury."
"Sharen is a tremendous attorney. She has great poise and charisma in the courtroom, and is able to achieve great results for her clients. Any client would be lucky to have her as their legal counsel!"
"I have referred Sharen to multiple clients and friends and all have been thrilled with their results from her advocacy!"
"Sharen is an outstanding lawyer. She fights for her clients until she is able to secure the best results. She is aggressive, intelligent, and witty. Any client would be wise to retain Sharen."
"Sharen is amazing and truly is an exceptional criminal defense attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. Very knowledgable about criminal law and goes out of her way to help her clients."
"Sharen Ghatan is an outstanding lawyer who prides herself on serving her clients' individualized needs in a compassionate and ethical manner. She is extremely knowledgeable in her field and represents her clients' interests with zeal and intellect. I endorse her 100% wholeheartedly."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Sharen Ghatan is an experienced attorney whose participation and comments in Avvo show her commitment to serving clients as well as her level of experience. She is an excellent attorney that I recommend wholeheartedly."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Very experienced and insightful. Her dedication to her clients is unmatched. A true defender of all state and federal constitutional rights. Sharen strives to be the best and it shows!"
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2024
SuperLawyer, SuperLawyers - top 2.5% attorney in California
2023
SuperLawyer, SuperLawyers - top 2.5% of attorneys in California
2022
SuperLawyer, SuperLawyers - top 2.5% of Attorneys in California
2021
SuperLawyer, SuperLawyers - Top 2.5% of Attorneys in California
2020
SuperLawyer, SuperLawyers - Top 2.5% of Attorneys in California
2019
SuperLawyer, SuperLawyers - Top 2.5% of Attorneys in California
2017
Client's Choice Awards, Thumbtack
2017
Client's Choice Award, Avvo
2016
Client's Choice Awards, Thumbtack
2016
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2008
Member of the Bar, Supreme Court of the United States, Supreme Court of United States
2002
Member of the Bar, United States Court of Appeals, United States Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
2001
Central District Attorney and Counselor, United States District Court
2001
Member of the Bar, State of California, The Supreme Court of The State of California
1997
Trial Advocacy Honors Board Member, Whittier Law School
Work Experience
2012 - Present
Founder, California Legal Counsel
2000 - Present
Attorney, Law Offices of Sharen H. Ghatan
2001 - 2001
Central District Attorney and Counselor, United States District Court
1999 - 2002
Attorney, Law Offices of Gregory Yates
1999 - 2000
Contract Administration, New Line Cinema
1997 - 1999
International Law Clerk, Motion Picture Association of America
1997 - 1999
Contract Lawyer, Berton and Donaldson LLC
Associations
2023 - Present
Iranian American Lawyers AssociationPresident
2016 - Present
Brilliance of BerkeleyMember
2016 - Present
The Private Defenders of California, Inc.Member
2016 - Present
The Lawyer's DenMember
2016 - Present
LA Attorney NetworkMember
2016 - Present
UC Berkeley Scholarship Awards CommitteeAdvisory Board Member
2015 - Present
Los Angeles County Bar Association, Barristers SectionAttorney Member
2015 - Present
Southern California LegalMember
2015 - Present
Orange County Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2015 - Present
Inland Empire Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2015 - Present
Los Angeles County Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2015 - Present
Westside Bar AssociationAttorney member
2015 - Present
Ladies Who LAUNCHAttorney Member
2014 - Present
Los Angeles Young Lawyers AssociationAttorney Member
2010 - Present
Nessah Legal CommitteeAttorney Member
2010 - Present
California DUI Lawyers AssociationAttorney Member
2001 - Present
Los Angeles County Criminal Courts Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2000 - Present
Beverly Hills Bar Association, Criminal Law SectionAttorney Member
2000 - Present
Whittier Law School Alumni AssociationAttorney Member
2000 - Present
Los Angeles County Bar Association, Criminal Justice SectionMember
2000 - Present
Los Angeles County Bar AssociationAssociate Member
2000 - Present
American Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2000 - Present
Beverly Hills Bar AssociationAttorney Member
1995 - Present
University of California Berkeley AlumniMember
Sample of Legal Cases
V.M. vs. Mercury Insurance & their Insured
6 figure settlement
People v. R.B.
Dismissal
People v. K.T.
DISMISSAL
T.A. vs. Geico
6 Figure Settlement
People v. I.J.
NO JAIL - minimal community service
S.G. vs. State Farm
Successfully negotiated a 6 figure settlement
People v. K.G.
NO DUI, pled to Speed Exhibition
People v. L.B.
Case lowered to a misdemeanor Disturbance of the Peace, with NO JAIL and NO strike
People v. I.R.
DISMISSED prior to preliminary hearing
People v. J.S.
Lowered from a state prison felony to an infraction; 415; disturbance of the peace
People V. J.D
One charge dropped, other charges reduced to Misdemeanor and dropped Great Bodily Injury count. 8 days County Jail and 3 month AB 541
Education
1999
Whittier Law School
Juris Doctor
1995
University of California - Berkeley
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2017
Youth at Risk
Cyber Bullying
2017
Westwood Hills Annual Forum
Texting & Driving resulting in Accidents & Criminal Charges
2017
Legal Hour on 670 AM
New Criminal & Vehicle Code Laws
2017
FDS Annual Forum
Distracted Driving resulting in more Car Accidents with Children
2017
Beverly Hills Library Forum
Bullying In Schools: Your Recourse
2017
Adult Educational Series
Analysis of an Accident Case
2016
PW Annual Meeting & Forum
Personal Injury & Accidents: Laws pertaining to Seniors
2016
Legal Analysis on KIRN 670 AM
Inmates Escape from Orange County Jail
2016
Fountain Day Parent Education Series
Dangers of Dog Bites & Preschoolers
2015
Youth Education Event
Introduction to Common Crimes
2015
Warner Annual Meeting
Social Media Dangers for Children
2014
Youth Education
Juvenile Criminal Issues
2013
Dangers of driving under the influence of alcohol/drugs
DUI: Checkpoints & stops
Publications
2017
Los Angeles Daily Journal
Anthony Brooklier
2017
PW Weekly
Cyber Bulling
2017
CLC Blog
Super Bowl Host's Liability for Slip & Falls
2016
National Press Release
How's My Case: Revolutionary Accident Model
2016
CLC Blog
Texting & Driving: on par to Drunk Driving?
2015
CLC Blog
DUI & Drama
2010
Javanan Magazine
Major Crimes & Defenses
2004
Rah-E-Zendegi Magazine
Attorney Spotlight
2002
Javanan Magazine
Attorney of the Year
Languages
Farsi
Spanish
Hebrew
French
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can you sue a company if you were assulted on their property?
28 Jan 2017
Q&A
I'm being falsely accused of a hit and run. What do I do?
17 Nov 2016
Q&A
DUI case- I intend to sell my car after being ordered to install the ignition device. Is this requirement irrelevant anymore?
28 Jul 2015