James Winston Spertus

James Winston Spertus

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 33 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Los Angeles, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Litigation

1990 S Bundy Dr Ste 705, Los Angeles, CA

About James

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

Former Assistant United States Attorney, Criminal Division of the United States Attorney's Office for the Central District of California. Successfully prosecuted and defended over 200 criminal cases.

33 years | 200 cases

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Litigation 50%

We focus on achieving extraordinary results for our clients by providing exceptional legal service in a cost-effective and creative manner, while at all times remaining committed to achieving our clients’ individualized goals. We know how to win cases, and we know how to position our clients for the best possible outcomes in a wide range of practice areas.

33 years | 100 cases

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 33 years

State: California

Acquired: 1992

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Law Offices of James Winston Spertus

1990 S Bundy Dr Ste 705, Los Angeles, CA, 90025

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James Winston Spertus's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

4 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Securities & Investment Fraud

Posted by anonymous | May 05, 2015 | Securities & Investment Fraud

Stellar attorney!! Look no further!!

I have to start off by saying that I normally don't blindly trust anyone! I originally hired 2 other attorney's to help fight my case involving securities fraud. When it came down to what I actually needed done, both of those attorney's referred me to Mr. Spertus, that should say something! Before ta...lking with Mr. Spertus I had already dealt with numerous attorneys in my past, from corporate attorneys, securities, real estate, etc. I can truly say that not only was I impressed but I immediately felt that James really was looking out for mine and my family’s best interest. He explained in complete detail what would transpire from day 1 to the end of the case and it was 100% accurate! I have yet to deal or even speak to another attorney that handles his clients with such respect, compassion and transparency! Jim, you really made me feel as if I was one of your number one priorities every time we spoke, and every time we had to show up in court. My case lasted just over 2-1/2 years and I feel like I got to know you on more of a personal level, rather than just an attorney-client relationship! My case has been completed and I didn't get to really thank you in the way that I wanted to. That was because I was still in shock from the outcome. You told me to trust you from the beginning and I did. When we walked out of court last month it was as if I was a child and you were the parent that told me from the beginning that it would be okay, and it was! I am indebted to you for a lifetime, Jim! I appreciate everything you did for me, and I know I probably wasn't the easiest person to deal with. I would blindly trust you 100% with any case (not that there will ever be another for me) and would definitely recommend that anyone looking for a stellar attorney look no further! You WILL NOT find one like Jim! They broke the mold with you, and I can't thank you enough...words cannot begin to describe...

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James Winston Spertus's Lawyer Endorsements

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Amy Martinez

Litigation lawyer | Aug 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Reuven Cohen

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"This is the best, most complete trial lawyer I have ever watched in my sixteen years of practicing law."

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Gregory Jessner

Litigation lawyer | Jan 16

Relationship: Co-worker

"Jim is a very strong lawyer in both the criminal and the civil arenas. Not only does he have terrific professional skills, but he's absolutely fearless, and he's unstinting in his efforts to secure the best results for his clients. He's capable of handling any type of case with great proficiency. I endorse him unreservedly."

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Karina Sterman

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Jim is very smart and takes excellent care of his clients."

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David Vaughn

Litigation lawyer | Aug 02

Relationship: Co-worker

"Jim is a very effective attorney."

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Stephen Jones

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 05

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Reuven Cohen

Criminal defense lawyer

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Terree Bowers

White collar crime lawyer

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Karina Sterman

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2014

Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America

2013

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2012

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2012

Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America

2011

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2010

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2009

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Partner, Spertus, Landes & Umhofer, LLP

2005 - 2012

Owner, Law Offices of James W. Spertus

1996 - 2004

Assistant U.S. Attorney, United States Attorney's Office

Associations

2005 - Present

Federal Bar Association, Federal Litigation Section

Sample of Legal Cases

United States v. Montoya et. al.

Acquittal

United States v. Alaa El Beialy

Acquittal

People v. Daly

Dismissal

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Education

1991

USC Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1988

Univ of California at Los Angeles

Bacehlor of Arts

Languages

English

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