Yuliya Kelmansky

Yuliya Kelmansky

5.0
Rating: 6.7

Licensed for 4 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Los Angeles, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Gun Law ... +4 more

145 South Fairfax Ave, STE 222, Los Angeles, CA

About Yuliya

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 4 years

State: California

Acquired: 2021

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Kelmanky Law

145 South Fairfax Ave, STE 222, Los Angeles, CA, 90036

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Yuliya Kelmansky's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

30 Client Reviews

5 star (30)
4 star (0)
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Posted by Vasily | September 30, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Professional in her field, I recommend Yulia Kelmansky to everyone!!!

I want to thank lawyer Yulia Kelmansky for providing highly qualified assistance in the criminal case. The result of Yuliya's work was the release of the defendant from punishment on false charges. Lawyer Yulia professionally approached the preparation for the trial: studied the case materials, visit...ed the defendant in prison, prepared documents justifying the position of the defense. She was persistent and convincing at the court session. Thank you very much, Yuliya, for your help and support! I recommend Yuliya Kelmansky, a professional in her field!

Posted by anonymous | August 26, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Highly recommend

Ms. Kelmansky was very knowledgeable and handled everything efficiently. She was very organized and always kept me informed. She got my case dismissed flawlessly. I definitely recommend her if you're in a tough spot!

Posted by Mari | August 20, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Highly recommend her to anyone facing criminal charges!

Yuliya is incredible. I was charged with drug possession and thought my future was ruined. She worked tirelessly, challenged the evidence, and got the charges reduced. Her knowledge and determination made all the difference. Highly recommend her to anyone facing criminal charges!

Posted by anonymous | August 20, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

She convinced the judge to give me another chance

I was terrified when I got a probation violation and thought I’d be sent back to jail. Yuliya stepped in right away, explained my options, and defended me in court. She convinced the judge to give me another chance instead of harsher penalties. I owe her a lot for helping me turn things around.

Posted by Bella | August 20, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Yuliya is the attorney you need.

Yuliya represented me in a domestic violence case and I couldn’t be more thankful. She treated me with respect, guided me step by step, and stood up for me in court. She fought hard and the charges were dismissed. If you want someone who truly cares and gets results, Yuliya is the attorney you need.

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Yuliya Kelmansky's Lawyer Endorsements

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Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 28

Relationship: Co-worker

"Yuliya is a hard working, dedicated attorney who will fight for you! She has obtained many dismissals and diversions for her clients, and is always moving forward to keep them out of jail and trouble. I highly recommend her!"

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Experience

Rating:  6.7 (Good)

Honors

2025

Top 10 Criminal Defense Attorneys in California, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys

2024

Top 10 Criminal Defense Attorneys Under 40 in California, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys

Work Experience

2024 - Present

Criminal Defense Attorney, Kelmansky Law

2022 - 2024

Senior Associate Criminal Defense Attorney, Esfandi Law Group

1999 - 2005

Attorney – Customs and Border Protection, Customs Captain, North West Customs Administration

Associations

2022 - Present

Los Angeles County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Domestic Violence Restraining Order - Case Won - San Fernando Courthouse

Case Won

Petty Theft - Case Dismissed - Harbor Justice Center Newport Beach

Dismissed

Federal: Misdemeanor Simple Assault - Case dismissed - Edward R. Roybal Federal Building and U.S. Courthouse

Dismissed

Civil Harassment Restraining Order - Obtained - Ventura Courthouse

Obtained Civil Harassment Restraining Order - case won

Attempted Murder - Case Dismissed - CCB Courthouse

Dismissed

Battery On School Employee - Case Dismissed - Santa Barbara Courthouse

Dismissed

Felony Criminal Threats - Case Dismissed - Compton Courthouse

Dismissed

Aggravated Battery - Dismissed; Vandalism - Reduced to Misdemeanor - CCB Courthouse

Count one - Felony Dismissed. Count two - Felony Reduced to Misdemeanor. No Jail Time

Aggravated DUI - Case dismissed - Compton Courthouse

Dismissed

Felony Grand Theft - No Jail - Van Nuys Courthouse West

No Jail Time. Restitution.

Misdemeanor Battery on a Spouse - Case dismissed - Airport Courthouse

Dismissed

Felony Criminal Threats - Case dismissed - CCB Courthouse

Dismissed

Possession of a Controlled Substance While Armed - Case Dismissed - Pomona Courthouse

Dismissed

Misdemeanor Carrying a Concealed Weapon - Case dismissed - Santa Clarita Courthouse

Dismissed

Felony Aggravated Domestic Violence - Case dismissed - Airport Courthouse

Dismissed

Felony ADW with Great Bodily Injury - Case dismissed - Van Nuys West Courthouse

Dismissed

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Education

N/A

State Educational Institution of Higher Professional Education

Master of Laws - LLM

Publications

Languages

Russian

English

Ukrainian

Spanish

Activity

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