Rose Fay Arfa

Rose Fay Arfa

also known as Fay Arfa

4.8
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 44 years

Sex crime Lawyer at Los Angeles, CA
Practice Areas: Sex Crime, Criminal Defense, Appeals

10100 Santa Monica Blvd., #300, Los Angeles, CA

About Rose

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Sex Crime 34%

All sex crimes including trials and appeals and post conviction. We help people accused of sex crimes, facing sex crime charges and/or who have been convicted of sex charges. Certified Specialist-Criminal Law, Appellate Law (CA State Bar) NBTA.

45 years

34%
Appeals 33%

Criminal Defense; Criminal Appeals; Felonies; Misdemeanors; Murder; Sex Crimes; Homicide; Manslaughter; Sexual Assault; Habeas Corpus; Post-Conviction; Fraud.Certified Specialist-Criminal Law, Appellate Law (CA State Bar) NBTA.

33%
Criminal Defense 33%

Criminal Defense; Criminal Appeals; Felonies; Misdemeanors; Murder; Sex Crimes; Homicide; Manslaughter; Sexual Assault; Habeas Corpus; Post-Conviction; Fraud.Certified Specialist-Criminal Law, Appellate Law (CA State Bar) NBTA.

45 years

33%

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 44 years

State: California

Acquired: 1981

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Fay Arfa A Law Corporation

10100 Santa Monica Blvd., #300, Los Angeles, CA, 90067-4107

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Rose Fay Arfa's Reviews

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4.8 /5.0

17 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 12 reviews | Criminal Defense

Posted by anonymous | October 05, 2020 | Criminal Defense

Exceptional Legal Services

Ms. Arfa and her staff are very courteous and professional. I sought her services in relation to a time sensitive criminal matter. Before my consultation she had looked into our matter and, to my surprise, was able to give us an update and educate us regaining options. Very pleased with her lega...l services.

Posted by anonymous | July 13, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Experienced attorney that fights for you

I had never been in trouble with the law my entire life. Suddenly I found myself with allegations with a potential life sentence. Fay came to bat and fought for me. She is knowledgeable, experienced and tenacious. She works hard and will file motions on your behalf to fight for your freedom. Wh...en you are in dire straights you must have representation with a wealth of experience and a deep understanding of how the system works. Highly recommended!

Posted by Jared | July 10, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Faced Serious Charges, got off with nothing.

I was working for LAUSD and got accused of a serious sex crime that could have changed my life forever. I have kids and a family, I was filled with anxiety and stress, Once I hired Fay she eased all of that immediately. She was in my corner from before I paid her the first dime. Emails and or calls y...ou back fast. Doesn’t matter what time it is. Fay saved my career and life, I was facing lifetime refrigeration as a sex offender, her tireless work ethic and finding out every fact and detail got me off the charges and home free. I recommend her for everyone.

Posted by anonymous | October 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Miracle Worker

Fay is truly a consummate professional and a miracle worker. After speaking to several lawyers about filing to withdraw my plea due to ineffective counsel, I was told by all of them that it was highly unlikely that this would be granted. One (a reputable one at that) went as far as saying that she ha...d never had this granted and that she did not know any lawyer that had accomplished this. When I researched layers and finally came across Fay, her extensive experience and credentials spoke for themselves. Fay was very frank and did not make any promises to me about what the outcome of my case may be and I appreciated that. However, I strongly felt that if anyone could accomplish such a monumental task, she could. Fay listened closely to what I had to say about my case (things I felt were important but my former lawyer repeatedly ignored), conducted a thorough investigation (that which my former lawyer failed to do), and gathered all necessary documents/information promptly. When I received a copy of the motion to withdraw my plea that she put together, I was extremely impressed and knew I had made the right decision by hiring her as my lawyer. The motion was very thorough and evidenced her extensive knowledge of the law. Her knowledge and experience also was beneficial in her discussions with the prosecutor as my plea was withdrawn and the charge was dismissed, an outcome that I truly didn’t think was possible. I would recommend her to anyone whose future is on the line and is seeking a lawyer who actually cares about her clients' well being and is willing to do whatever is necessary to get the best outcome in your case. I feel extremely fortunate to have had her on my side and I am forever thankful for what she did for me.

Posted by anonymous | November 19, 2014 | Criminal Defense

find another lawyer!

unfortunately if you are a first time offender and do not have any legal knowledge, Fay is useless. Unless, you have some understanding of the judical system and know what to expect don't rely on Fay.She does not explain the being taken into custody, court proceedings, offers and leaves you to learn... and deciphere your case yourself. She is passive and vague in her responses. I consulted with the attorney who recommended her & they were amazed at the lack of information that was provided by Fay. Information that was crucial was never given by Fay. In order to obtain information, you had to ask the same question repetitively. I could go on with my extreme disatisfaction with services provided. In court she was not aggresive on my behalf & assumed i understood legal jargon. i could go on. I have people who listened to meetings, court hearings, etc & feel the same of her. She even left the courtroom for personal reasons while court was in session and infuriated the judge on my behalf!

Rose Arfa

Replied last November 19, 2014

Attorney Arfa prides herself on communicating with her clients and explaining everything the client needs to know, particularly “court proceedings” and “offers.” She strongly advocates for her clients in the trial court; sometimes the best advocacy involves keeping quiet and not being aggressive. Attorneys will leave the courtroom for personal and/or professional reasons; judges commit misconduct if they take out their frustrations on the clients. Please contact our office so we can resolve your concerns and misunderstandings. Tel.: (310) 841-6805.

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"I endorse this lawyer. A great attorney with attention to detail. You will not be disappointed with her performance"

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Daniel Horowitz

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 09

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"She is my choice when I have a case in Los Angeles and need someone to work with or consult with. There are a lot of top attorneys in LA obviously but she stands out even among that tough competition."

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Amy Semmel

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 19

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"Attorney Arfa is competent, conscientious, hardworking, helpful, and highly dedicated. She works very hard for her clients and gets outstanding results. She genuinely fights for anyone accused of a crime and pulls out all the stops to insure that her clients get the best results possible. She handles not only trial, but also appeals and post conviction matters such as habeas corpus. I highly recommend Fay Arfa for any and all criminal matters."

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Max Gorby

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 13

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"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Arfa has great trial and appellate skills."

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Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 06

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"I endorse this lawyer. Excellent attorney."

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"I endorse this lawyer. Her knowledge of complex legal issues is extensive, based on her AVVO answers."

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Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 24

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"Unquestionably competent, consistently conscientious, endlessly hardworking, always helpful, and highly dedicated, it is well-known this exceptional lawyer is an excellent trial attorney who is a tremendous asset to the LA Criminal Defense Bar community. Any person in need who hires this superb attorney will know he or she is in capable hands. For a number of positive reasons, I am honored to endorse Ms. Arfa."

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"I am familiar with Ms.Arfa's legal work and she is an incredibly effective advocate for her clients. She is experienced, diligent and knowledgeable in state and federal criminal law. I would not hesitate to recommend her services for trial or post-conviction cases."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2009

Certified Criminal Trial Advocate, National Board of Trial Advocacy

1996

Certified Specialist Appellate Law, State Bar of CA - Board of Legal Certification

1991

Certified Specialist Criminal Law, State Bar of CA - Board of Legal Certification

Work Experience

1986 - Present

Attorney, Fay Arfa ALC

1984 - 1986

Deputy City Attorney, Los Angeles City Attorney

1982 - 1984

General Attormey, Federal Aviation Administration

Associations

1998 - Present

Century City Bar Association

Board of Governors

2012 - 2013

Century City Bar Association

President

1998 - 2011

Century City Bar Association

Co-chair - Criminal Law Section

Sample of Legal Cases

People v. Hightower

Not guilty - All counts

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Education

1981

Southwestern University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

N/A

UCLA

MPA

N/A

UCLA

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2016

NCADRC Conference

Deconstructiong SANE Findings

1999

Century City Bar Association

Sex Addiction, the Highs, the Lows, the Ups, the Downs, and the Ins and Outs

1997

Century City Bar Association

Marijuana - The Good, Bad and Legal

1997

Century City Bar Association

Substance Abuse: Effects on Life Liberty and Livelihood

Publications

2000

Century City Lawyer Knock, Knock...Who's There? The Police. Do the Police Have a Right to Enter Your House

Languages

English

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