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Emilya Rachel Shaaya
also known as Shaaya Law Group, Emily Shaaya
About Emilya
Biography
Emilya (Emily) Shaaya is a criminal defense trial attorney based in Century City, CA. A graduate of Loyola Law School, Los Angeles and former prosecutor and public defender, she represents adult and juvenile clients all over Los Angeles with cases involving DUIs, domestic violence, battery, assault, solitication for prostitution, vandalism, hit-and-run, suspended license, drug offenses, and other criminal offenses. She zealously advocates for every client she takes on. Each clients' well-being and success is her priority.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
50%
12 years
DUI and DWI
50%
12 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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Licensed in California for 12 years
State: California
Acquired: 2013
No misconduct found
Location
Shaaya Law Group
1875 Century Park East, Suite 1025, Los Angeles, CA, 90067
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Emilya Rachel Shaaya's Reviews
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Posted by Dan | November 14, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Amazing lawyer
Emily handled my DUI case, and I could not be more pleased. She went above and beyond handling everything, giving me clear instructions on what to do next, and she was never more than a phone call away. She made the whole experience as low-stress as possible and I would highly recommend her to anyone...
Posted by anonymous | November 7, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent attorney
I came to Shaaya Law Group to deal with a difficult legal situation. Emily immediately put me at ease and spent the time necessary answering all of my endless questions. She was professional, sharp, fast, an aggressive advocate and yet compassionate towards me. She got me through such a tough time an...
Emilya Rachel Shaaya's Lawyer Endorsements
"Ms. Shaaya is dedicated, hard-working, and incredibly smart. Highly recommended!"
"Emily is one of the most honest, kind, and passionate people I know. Although I have not had the pleasure of working with her directly, from our long years of knowing each other I have no doubt she zealously represents her clients with the highest level of integrity."
"Emily assisted me on a very complex, litigious fraud matter in a bankruptcy case. Her attention to detail in researching the legal matters at hand and in drafting legal documents was impressive, and ultimately helped us settle the case with a very favorable result to our client. Emily understands people and how to protect their best legal interests. I often ask her to assist me with difficult cases and I trust her 100%. She knows how to get the job done, and get it done right."
"Emily has a clear understanding of the law as it relates to auto related prosecutions. She is a person of integrity--hard working, articulate and thorough."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Ms. Shaaya and can attest that she is an exellent defense attorney - aggessive, and skillful - as an attorney and trial lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Emily Shaaya is experienced, professional, trustworthy, hardworking, and kind. I highly recommend her to anyone in need of a criminal defense attorney!"
"I endorse this lawyer. Great understanding of the law!"
Experience
Honors
2010
Academic Excellence in International & Comparative Criminal Law, CALI Excellence for the Future
Work Experience
2019 - Present
Attorney at Law, Shaaya Law Group
2014 - 2018
Deputy Public Defender II, Los Angeles County Public Defender's Office
2013 - 2014
Deputy City Attorney, Los Angeles City Attorney's Office
Associations
2012 - Present
Beverly Hills Bar Association
2012 - Present
Los Angeles County Bar Association
2012 - Present
American Bar Association
Sample of Legal Cases
State of CA vs. Mario O.
Dismissal
Education
2012
Loyola Law School, Los Angeles
JD - Juris Doctor
2009
University of California - Irvine
Bachelor of Arts, Social Ecology (Cum Laude) & Spanish
Speaking Engagements
2019
JLI RC Society
Ethical Consumerism
2019
JLI RC Society
The Right to Privacy in 2019
2019
JLI RC Society
Give & You Shall Receive
Publications
2012
American Bar Association Criminal Justice Magazine
States Address the Disconnect: Teens in a Sext-Crazed Culture
Languages
English
Spanish
Farsi
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
I was assaulted and police refuse to take a report, what can I do?
30 Apr 2019
Q&A
Regarding Community Service for DUI
30 Apr 2019
Q&A
Can an inmate refuse to go to court?
30 Apr 2019