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Yuliya Kelmansky
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Los Angeles Criminal Defense Attorney. Kelmansky Law is a boutique criminal defense firm offering personalized, strategic, and affordable defense for every client. Unlike large firms, where you're just another case number, here you work directly with attorney Yuliya Kelmansky.
Why a boutique law firm is better:
- Direct access to your attorney
- Tailored defense strategies
- Fast, responsive communication
- No handoffs to junior associates
We speak your language: Our team provides support in English, Spanish, Russian, and Ukrainian, so you or your loved one can feel confident and understood every step of the way.
If you're facing DUI, drug charges, theft, domestic violence, assault, homicide, gun charges, or other serious felonies — Call for Free Consultation.
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Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in California for 4 years
State: California
Acquired: 2021
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Kelmanky Law
145 South Fairfax Ave, STE 222, Los Angeles, CA, 90036
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Posted by Vasily | September 30, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
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...
Posted by Bella | August 20, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Domestic Violence
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.
Posted by Mike | August 17, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
My case got dismissed!
I cannot thank Yuliya Kelmansky enough for what she did for me. I was facing very serious felony charges for assault with a deadly weapon, and the weight of it was overwhelming. From the very beginning, Yuliya Kelmansky was professional, compassionate, and extremely knowledgeable about the law and t...
Posted by Jiedong | August 08, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Firearm related charges
Yuliya save my life! I am really glad to hire Yuliya as my lawyer. My previous lawyer is really passive and tell me nothing. Did not give me any phone call and keep me updated. But Yuliya always reassure me, relieve my mental stress, telling me things will be fine and she will handle it. She told me ...
Posted by Sean | October 10, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Quality
Always thorough, punctual, reachable, and great at translating the often stressful language that is the court process. Patient with questions and always diligently clarifying outcomes and options. Exceeding expectations and genuinely appreciate the results of my case. Greatly recommend
Yuliya Kelmansky's Lawyer Endorsements
"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
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 AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Domestic Violence Restraining Order - Obtained - Torrance Courthouse
Obtained Domestic Violence Restraining Order - Case Won
Domestic Violence Restraining Order - Obtained - Santa Monica Courthouse
Obtained Domestic Violence Restraining Order - Case Won
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
Education
N/A
State Educational Institution of Higher Professional Education
Master of Laws - LLM
Publications
2025
Languages
Russian
English
Ukrainian
Spanish
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