Brian is an accomplished trial attorney who has successfully litigated in federal and state court. His practice focuses on high-stakes criminal and regulatory defense matters and civil litigation, and he aggressively and effectively advocates for his clients in a wide variety of state and federal forums.
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Acquired: 2008
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State: New York
Acquired: 2003
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Acquired: 2000
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515 S. Flower Street, Suite 3500, Los Angeles, CA, 90071
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Posted by Kunal | February 15, 2022 | Hired Attorney
I honestly recommend Brian to anyone that gets into trouble. He is incredibly knowledgeable and understanding. He is always responsive and gets the job done with THE BEST outcome possible. I am glad I used Brian for his services. It's probably the best decision I've ever made in my life.
Posted by anonymous | February 11, 2015
Brian Klein successfully assisted me in navigating an important SEC case related to crypto-securities. Brian was patient, tactful, and brought on co-counsel in the precise areas needed. I believe him to be absolutely trustworthy and with a good heart and mind - certainly rare to find both features am...
Posted by Tom | February 11, 2015
My Atlanta based company recently faced it's first major legal issue in two decades. We were referred to Brian and his team as local council in Los Angeles. Ours was a David versus Goliath kinda story. Scary and potentially expensive . Brian thrives on representing David. He and his team methodically...
"Brian is a top notch criminal defense attorney. He is extremely smart, dedicated, meticulous, and he fights to win. Brian is a lawyer you want on your side. I strongly endorse him."
Criminal defense lawyer
2020
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2019
Top 100 Overall Super Lawyer in Southern California, SuperLawyers
2018
Top 100 Overall Super Lawyer in Southern California, Super Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2012 - 2018
Adjunct Professor, USC School of Law
2007 - 2012
Assistant U.S. Attorney, U.S. Attorney's Office, Central District Of California Criminal Section
2004 - 2007
Associate, Brafman & Associates
2001 - 2003
Associate, Skadden Arps Slate Meagher & Flom
2000 - 2001
Associate, Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati
2017 - Present
Los Angeles Center for Law and JusticeBoard Member
Member
Member
Member
2014 - 2015
Bitcoin FoundationGeneral Counsel
Dismissal
2000
JD - Juris Doctor
1996
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2015
2015
2014
2014
Perspectives on Government Relations
2013
2015
2014
2013
English