Dmitry Gorin
- Los Angeles, CA
- Licensed for 25 years
About Dmitry
RATED TOP 1% U.S. LAW FIRM. CALIFORNIA "SUPER LAWYERS." FORMER DISTRICT ATTORNEY. 24/7 RESPONSE.
Rated Top 1% U.S. Law Firm. Former Los Angeles Prosecutors. Immediate Response 24/7. Dmitry Gorin is a former Los Angeles Deputy District Attorney, and has been an Adjunct Professor at Pepperdine University School of Law for over ten years. Mr. Gorin has been annually selected to the published lists of Best U.S. Attorneys and California Super-Lawyers. Mr. Gorin regularly appears as a legal analyst on high-profile cases for CNN, NPR, NBC, HBO, LA Times and other media outlets. Mr. Gorin is a firm partner in Eisner Gorin LLP, rated a Top 1% U.S. Law firm. With four lawyers devoted to defending individual liberties in state and federal courts nationwide, the law firm is a leading criminal defense boutique nationally. Attorneys around the country call Eisner Gorin to assist with representation in California courtrooms. No case is too small, and nor too large. Available 24/7 due to the nature of criminal defense emergencies. The firm works on getting the case dropped even before it reaches a coutroom, and when needed fights jury trials on serious misdemeanor and felony charges in Southern California courtrooms.
Practice areas
- Criminal defense: 50%
Trial Lawyer who litigated over 100 criminal jury trials. Criminal Defense Attorney with over 15 years experience, including prior work as a Senior Deputy District Attorney, a Law Professor at Pepperdine and UCLA, and published criminal law author with the California Continuing Education of the Bar.
25 years, 10,000 cases
- Federal crime: 10%
Our Los Angeles federal criminal defense law firm believes every client deserves the best quality legal representation. We handle any type of federal offense, including federal appeals, drug crimes, wire fraud, mail fraud, healthcare fraud, bank fraud, money laundering, and conspiracy.
25 years, 1,000 cases
- Domestic violence: 10%
Our Los Angeles domestic violence lawyers have a track record of success defending clients against any type of charges, including spousal abuse, domestic battery, stalking, child abuse, child endangerment, intimidation, restraining orders, and criminal threats.
25 years, 5,000 cases
- Sex crime: 10%
Our Los Angeles sex crime defense lawyers have a history of success defending clients against all types of sexual related offenses, including rape, sexual battery, statutory rape, child molestation, child pornography, internet sex crimes, and more.
25 years, 1,000 cases
- White collar crime: 10%
Full service criminal defense boutique focusing on aggressive defense in state and federal court.
25 years, 100 cases
- Appeals: 10%
Our Los Angeles criminal appeal lawyers aggressively work to overturn and reverse criminal convictions from local Southern California courtrooms. We have argued in front of the California Courts of Appeal and Federal 9th Circuit Court of Appeals.
25 years, 100 cases
Languages spoken
Russian, Spanish
Photos and videos
Contact
Eisner Gorin LLP (Criminal Defense Law Firm)
1999 Avenue of the Stars, 11th Fl.
Los Angeles, CA, 90067
Eisner Gorin LLP (Criminal Defense Law Firm)
14401 Sylvan St #112
Van Nuys, CA, 91401
Eisner Gorin LLP (Criminal Defense Law Firm)
225 S Lake Ave
Pasadena, CA, 91101
Eisner Gorin LLP (Criminal Defense Law Firm)
355 S Grand Ave
Los Angeles, CA, 90071
Eisner Gorin LLP (Criminal Defense Law Firm)
21250 Torrance Blvd
Torrance, CA, 90503
Resume
| State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA | Active | 1995 | 10/28/2020 |
| Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
|---|---|---|
| Best Lawyer | Best Lawyers | 2017 |
| California Super-Lawyer, Top 5% | Thomson Reuters | 2017 |
| Best Lawyer | Best Lawyers | 2016 |
| California Super-Lawyer, Top 5% | Thomson Reuters | 2016 |
| Top Contributor | Avvo | 2015 |
| California Super-Lawyer, Top 5% | Thomson Reuters | 2015 |
|---|---|---|
| California Super-Lawyer, Top 5% | Thomson Reuters | 2014 |
| America's Most Honored Professionals | Los Angeles Magazine | 2014 |
| 2014 Top Attorneys in Southern California | Los Angeles Magazine | 2014 |
| Top 5% Attorney | California Super Lawyers | 2014 |
| Top 5% Attorneys in Calofornia | California Super Lawyers | 2013 |
| Super Lawyer | Thomson Reuters | 2013 |
| California Super-Lawyer, Top 5% | Thomson Reuters | 2012 |
| California Super Lawyer, Top 5% | Thomson Reuters | 2011 |
| Pre-Eminent U.S. Law Firm (Top 5%) | Martindale-Hubbell | 2010 |
| Pre-Eminent U.S. Law Firm (Top 5%) | Martindale-Hubbell | 2009 |
| Pre-Eminent U.S. Law Firm (Top 5%) | Martindale-Hubbell | 2008 |
| Pre-Eminent U.S. Law Firm (Top 5%) | Martindale-Hubbell | 2007 |
| Pre-Eminent U.S. Law Firm (Top 5% U.S. Firm) | Martindale-Hubbell | 2006 |
| Top Prosecutor Award | Offce of the L.A. County District Attorney | 2001 |
| Title | Company name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Firm Partner | Eisner Gorin LLP - Los Angeles Criminal Defense Law Firm | 2013 - Present |
| Adjunct Law Professor | UCLA Communications Department; and Pepperdine Law School | 2001 - Present |
| Firm Partner | Kestenbaum Eisner & Gorin LLP (Criminal Defense Law Firm) | 2005 - 2013 |
| Senior Deputy District Attorney, Special Victims Unit | Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office | 1993 - 2005 |
| Association name | Position name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles County Bar Association | Member | 1995 - Present |
| San Fernando Valley Bar Association | Member | 1995 - Present |
| Burbank Bar Assocation | Member | 1995 - Present |
| Glendale Bar Association | Member | 1995 - Present |
| California Association for Criminal Justice | Member | 1995 - Present |
| National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Member | 1995 - Present |
|---|---|---|
| Beverly Hills Bar Association | Member | 1995 - Present |
| Former District Attorney's Association of Los Angeles | N/A | N/A |
| Publication name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Valley Lawyer magazine (SFVBA) | Nine Steps for Defending Your Client’s Miranda Rights | 2016 |
| San Fernando Valley Bar Association | Defending Medical Marijuana Cases | 2012 |
| San Fernando Valley Lawyer Magazine | DUI Defense | 2011 |
| Aspatore, WestLaw | Juvenile Case Defense | 2011 |
| Continuing Education of the Bar, Criminal Law and Procedure | Grand Jury Investigations | 2008 |
| Continuing Education of the Bar, Criminal Law and Procedure | Grand Jury Investigations | 2007 |
|---|---|---|
| Continuing Education of the Bar, Criminal Law and Procedure | Grand Jury Investigations | 2006 |
| School name | Degree | Graduated |
|---|---|---|
| University of California at Los Angeles School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 1995 |
| Univ of California at Los Angeles | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1992 |
| Conference name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| San Fernando Valley Bar Association | A Civil Lawyer's Guide to Criminal Law | Remedies for Unconstitutional Government Conduct in Criminal Court. | 2016 |
| High-Profile Case Analysis | Who is the woman accusing Chris Brown of threatening her at gunpoint? | 2016 |
| High-Profile Case Analysis | How 'fat shaming' on Snapchat turned into a criminal investigation | 2016 |
| High-Profile Case Analysis | Prosecutors 'lack confidence' in Stanford sex assault judge | 2016 |
| High-Profile Case Analysis | Knife discovery stirs up skepticism and speculation in O.J. Simpson case | 2016 |
| High-Profile Cases Analysis | Second USC linebacker named in sexual assault investigation | 2016 |
|---|---|---|
| High Profile Case Analysis | Nashville rape case echoes sex assault by Stanford swimmer | 2016 |
| High-Profile Cases Analysis | Grad students who pinned down Stanford sex offender speak out | 2016 |
| High-Profile Case Analysis | Bill Cosby: Criminal Assault Charge Complicates Civil Lawsuit Battle | 2015 |
| High-Profile Case Analysis | Poland won't extradite Roman Polanski to the U.S. | 2015 |
| Legal Analyst | LAPD went to UCLA student's home before killer set fire to her apartment | 2015 |
| Video - High-Profile Case Analysis | Caitlyn Jenner's car crash case which left one person dead. | 2015 |
| High-Profile Case Analysis | Here's why Caitlyn Jenner could face a manslaughter charge | 2015 |
| Criminal Defense MCLE | Subtance Abuse: Defending Professionals | 2014 |
| MCLE (Numerous Presentations) | Defending Criminal Cases | 2013 |
| LA Times | High-Profile Cases | 2012 |
| CNBC | Shoplifting | 2011 |
| Legal Analyst | Bell Criminal Case | 2011 |
| Legal Analyst | Lindsay Lohan Felony | 2011 |
| Defending Criminal Cases | keglawyers.com | 2010 |
| Defending Federal Offenses | thefederalcriminalattorneys.com | 2010 |
| Speaker at State Bar Conference | Divorce and Criminal Law Issues: Avoiding Self-Incrimination in Family Court | 2010 |
| Annual Bar Meeting | White Collar Crime Defense | 2010 |
| What to do if you are arrested? | DUI Defense | 2010 |
| MSNBC Television: Dr.Nancy Show | Prosecuting Michael Jackson Doctors - Healthcare Criminal Defense | 2009 |
| Chris Brown and Rihanna, L.A. Times, Expert Commentary | LA District Attorney's Office Filing Decision: Felony or Misdemeanor Charges? | 2009 |
| San Fernando Valley Bar Association: Cross Examination Techniques | Cross-Examination of Police Officers and Jury Trial Techniques - San Fernando Valley | 2009 |
| L.A. Times Article: Leaking of Rihanna Photo | Expert Legal Opinion and Analysis | 2009 |
| Defending Criminal Cases in the San Fernando Valley | sanfernandovalleylawyers.com | 2008 |
| Eastern European Bar Association | Defending DUI Cases | 2008 |
| KSRO Radio Interview | Criminal Defense of Child Pornography Cases | 2008 |
| Court TV Phil Spector, Expert Legal Commentary - Defense Witnesses | Jury Trial and Criminal Defense Analysis in Los Angeles Courts | 2007 |
| High-Profile Case Analysis: Prosecution Case Evidence | Court TV Coverage - People v. Phil Spector | 2007 |
| Witness Credibility | Court TV - People v. Phil Spector Coverage | 2007 |
| North Mission Road, Court TV, Study of Van Nuys Court Murder Trial | Murder Case Prosecution, Evidence Grathering, and Jury Trial Advocacy | 2003 |
| Case name | Outcome |
|---|---|
| DUI AND REFUSAL, CHARGE DISMISSED: VAN NUYS COURT | DUI Charges Dismissed |
| CLIENT ARRESTED FOR FELONY STALKING, VIOLATION OF PENAL CODE SECTION 647.6. | Plea to Infraction |
| FEDERAL DRUG TRANSPORTATION CASE. 5-TONS OF MARIJUANA | No Mandatory Minimum Sentence |
| DUI WITH INJURY CASE | No Jail Time |
| FORGERY WARRANT | Case Dismissed |
| INSURANCE FRAUD $65,000 | Probation |
|---|---|
| JUVENILE CHARGED WITH FELONY ASSAULT CAUSING GREAT BODILY INJURY | Charges Dismissed |
| JUVENILE ARRESTED FOR BURGLARIZING SEVERAL PRIVATE GARAGES | Case Dismissed |
| DOMESTIC VIOLENCE CASE. DISMISSED DUE TO INSUFFICIENT EVIDENCE. | Case Dismissed |
| ELDER ABUSE - FINANCIAL CRIME $250,000 | Probation |
| CHILD-PORNOGRAPHY CASE | Probation |
| FELONY EMBEZZLEMENT $190,000 | Probation |
| DUI JUVENILE, UNDER 21 WITH INJURY CASE | DUI Charges Reduced |
| ASSAULT ON POLICE OFFICER FELONY CASE. | Several Charges Dismissed |
| FELONY INSURANCE FRAUD CASE $15,000. | Felony Charges Reduced to Misdemeanor |
| CLIENT CHARGED WITH MULTIPLE COUNTS OF FELONY ASSAULT CAUSING GREAT BODILY INJURY. | Felony Charges Dismissed |
| Burglary Prosecution Rejected for Mental Health Issues – San Fernando Superior Court | DA Rejected Criminal Filing |
| 911 Call Case Dismissed – Los Angeles Superior Court | Case Dismissed |
| Juvenile Weapons Possession – No Charges Filed – Sylmar Juvenile Court | DA Rejected Criminal Filing |
| Insurance Fraud Dismissed – Los Angeles Superior Court | Case Dismissed |
| Marijuana Possession while Driving – Malibu Court | Charges Dismissed |
| Robbery Acquittal – Los Angeles Superior Court, LAX | Jury Acquittal |
| FELONY DUI WITH GREAT BODILY INJURY CASE | Probation |
| ASSAULT WEAPON FELONY CASE. | Felony Charges Reduced to Misdemeanor |
| Involuntary Manslaughter, Time Served - Van Nuys Superior Court | Time Served |
| DUI Dismissed - San Fernando Superior Court | DUI Dismissed |
| Domestic Violence Dismissal | Case Dismissed |
| RAPE-IN-CONCERT CASE | Not Guilty Verdict |
| DRUG-TRANSPORTATION CHARGES | Case Dismissed |
| FALSE IMPRISONMENT CHARGES DISMISSED ON THE EVE OF TRIAL. | Charges Dismissed |
| Jury Acquittal Of Felony Assault | jury acquitted our client of felony assault |
| Rape – Prefiling Intervention | DA Rejected Criminal Filing |
| Probation for Embezzlement – Los Angeles Superior Court | Probation Only on Embezzlement Charges |
| Drug Case Dismissed – Central District of California, Federal Court | Case Dismissed |
| JURY ACQUITTAL: ASSAULT WITH A DEADLY WEAPON - SAN FERNANDO COURT | Jury Acquittal |
| Unlawful Search - Court Granted Motion to Suppress Evidence - Case Dismissed | Case Dismissed |
| Not Guilty Verdict in Assault with a Deadly Weapon Trial | Jury returned a verdict of NOT GUILTY |
| Felony DUI Charges with Injuries | Reduced to Misdemeanor, No Jail |
| Multi-Count Robbery | Probation with no Jail |
| Murder Trial in Van Nuys Court - Not Guilty | Not Guilty By Reason of Insanity - Jury Verdict |
| 200-Pound Marijuana Case | Dismissed, 4th Amendment Violation |
| Murder Case, San Fernando Valley | Not Guilty: Murder |
| Pre-Filing Invervention: Felony Domestic Violence | Case Dismissed Before Court |
| Mortgage Fraud Case ($30 Million), Los Angeles Downtown | Case Dismissed with Prejudice |
| Child Pornography Charges: No Jail | No Jail Time |
| Medicinal Marijuana: Case Dismissed | LAPD ordered to return pot and money back |
| Medical Fraud Case, Downtown | Fraud Allegations Dismissed against Doctor |
| Kidnapping Case, Downtown Court | Felony Charges Dismissed |
| Rape Charge Dismissed Before Court | No Charges Filed in Court |
| Felony DUI with Injury and Hit Run | Felony DUI reduced to misdemeanor |
Professional and Trustworthy
Posted by Arash
Mon Apr 01 2019
Fixed everything - best possible result
Posted by Adam
Mon Mar 11 2019
Helped to get everything dropped!
Posted by anonymous
Fri Jan 15 2021
Better Call Gorin
Posted by anonymous
Fri Nov 27 2020
Recommend & Trustworthy
Posted by anonymous
Mon Jul 27 2020
Student
Posted by Axel
Thu Apr 23 2020
Honest. Fast. Amazing. 100%
Posted by Ewan
Mon Mar 23 2020
Outstanding in every way - will never work with anybody else
Posted by Yves
Sat Feb 08 2020
The best lawyer
Posted by anonymous
Wed Oct 23 2019
Excellent Lawyer
Posted by anonymous
Tue Oct 15 2019
Attorney endorsements
(181)Jack Gold, Juvenile law Attorney on Jul 7, 2010
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer's work.He was a D.A. in my courtroom when I was a Commissioner in Juvenile Court and when he went into Private Practice, I've his work. Thorough and Professional. He also speaks Russian besides English. Very handy in the Los Angeles Community
Christopher Melcher, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 29, 2010
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Dmitry is a one of the best criminal defense attorneys in Los Angeles. He knows how to win a case. As a former prosecutor, he has seen the law from both sides. Very smart and ethical lawyer.
Christine Thurston, Appeals Attorney on Aug 16, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I confidently endorse this lawyer’s work and standing in the legal community.
Sara Poster, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 12, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Dmitry is an outstanding criminal defense attorney. I highly recommend this lawyer.
I endorse this lawyer.
Agavni Tulekyan, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 8, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Amir Soleimanian, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 13, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Jameel Manji, Federal crime Attorney on Apr 9, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community.
Scott Macleod, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 18, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Dmitry continually provides professional, common sense advice that clients can use to help fashion real-life results. We wholeheartedly endorse his practice.
Alexandra Gonzalez-Waddington, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 13, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Alberto Quirantes, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 7, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Dmitry Gorin is an excellent and very professional criminal defense attorney with experience as a prosecutor. Take it from the "Q", when you need an experienced LA criminal defense lawyer, you won't go wrong by calling Dmitry.
Alexander Ivakhnenko, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 24, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this former LA District Counsel bringing 12 years of legal experience of prosecuting state crimes to the private practice of defending the clients facing various criminal state charges. I think this counsel is the best logical choice to select when dealing with current criminal charges.
Brian Torba, Personal injury Attorney on Aug 20, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Dmitry's thoughtful and quality responses in this forum clearly show his dedication to helping those in need of competent legal representation. If you have a claim and are in his local area you would be well served to seek his consult.
Mr. Gorin is a valuable asset to this community. His dedication to the law and his clients is admirable.
Mark Clay, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 19, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I highly endorse Mr. Gorin. Truly exceptional and caring attorney who achieves great results in representing clients! I want all people to contact him for help.
Benjamin Soffer, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 6, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Gorin is a well-regarded criminal defense attorney in Los Angeles, with a proven track record.
David Golubchik, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 2, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. As a former prosecuter with the district attorney's office, Dmitry knows how the other side works, which is invuable in negotiating a resolution or preparing and prosecuting a strong defense.
I endorse this lawyer. He is a knowledgeable, helpful, and articulate member of the legal community.
One of the absolute best. Exceptional attention to detail, service next to none. I endorse this lawyer.
Michael LeMond, Criminal defense Attorney on May 5, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I know this Dmitry to be a knowledgeable and kind attorney who spends time offering free advise to help others, I endorse this attorney!
Gregory Brenner, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 28, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Peter Merrigan, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 24, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.