Gregory Capan's AVVO rating is "Superb" (9.1/10). He has a multitude of 5-Star Reviews, as well as 19 Peer Endorsements on AVVO.
His law practice focuses on helping Clients with criminal charges at Los Angeles County Superior Courts.
A substantial amount of his time is dedicated to helping 1st-time offenses and creative alternatives. He evalutates possibilities for unique alternative sentences & informal resolutions, and works tirelessly helping each Client determine the best options for his or her case.
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445 South Figueroa Street, Suite # 3100, Los Angeles, CA, 90071
21 Client Reviews
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Posted by Lynn | January 03, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Expungement
An Excellent Attorney!
I am so very grateful that my son was fortunate to have Gregory Caplan as his attorney. Mr. Caplan is not only experienced, knowledgeable, and well versed in the law, he is also remarkably accessible and diligent in his communications and updates regarding the progress of the case. He walked my son...
Posted by anonymous | March 25, 2014 | Criminal Defense
Dynamite Attorney
I thank my lucky stars for Greg Caplan. I never dreamed I would be facing criminal charges; and when I began my search for a criminal defense attorney, Greg Caplan was the first attorney I contacted. After speaking with him, he was the ONLY attorney I contacted. Within minutes of retaining ...
Posted by anonymous | July 03, 2013 | Criminal Defense
Great Criminal Defense Attorney
Greg Caplan and his colleague, Anita Patel helped me on a criminal matter. This was my first offense and I was scared and did not know what to do or where to turn. My only intelligent thought was to retain counsel as soon as I could and I am so glad that I hired Greg and Anita. They met me that same ...
Posted by Kurt | June 11, 2013 | Criminal Defense
Top Notch Criminal Defense Attorney
Greg is an incredible criminal defense attorney. He helped out my son and I on a case in Burbank and was professional and engaged during the entire time. I really felt like Greg had our best interests at heart as he resolved our issue and did so in an amazingly short period of time; for that I can...
Posted by Dennis | May 06, 2013 | Criminal Defense
Great Criminal defense Attorney
I am a small business owner with lots of experience with labor attorneys and corporate attorneys. Yet one day I found myself needing to hire a criminal defense attorney for my son who got into a bit of trouble. Having my 18 year old son face a felony count was frightening and I knew we needed to hi...
"I endorse attorney Greg Caplan due his extensive experience and track record of success defending his clients. He is also a well-respected member in the legal industry."
"I highly recommend this lawyer's work. Greg is extremely knowledgeable about complex criminal defense issues. He is very hard-working and provides excellent representation for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Gregory is one of the best lawyers in his field. No one will work harder to achieve the best result."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Gregory Caplan is an experienced Criminal Defense Attorney that really cares about his clients. Having the experience of working as a Prosecutor, Mr. Caplan is uniquely qualified to assist his clients. I highly recommend Gregory Caplan to anyone who has need of a Criminal Defense Attorney."
"I highly recommend Greg. He defends his clients zealously and obtains amazing results for clients by thinking outside the box."
"I have known Greg for 12 years. We used to work together in the District Attorney's Office. He is an outstanding lawyer who is committed to his clients. I strongly endorse this lawyer's work."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have known Greg for six years. We worked together as prosecutors and now each use our background, training, and experience to defend our clients charged with crimes. Greg is extremely knowledgeable in the field and diligently works on his cases to seek favorable resolutions. I confidently recommend him."
"I strongly recommend hiring Greg Caplan for any criminal defense case. He is very detail oriented and delivers results for his clients. His unique strategies are the product of his extensive background in criminal law, which included a period of nine years as a California prosecutor. Gregory Caplan was the Prosecutor in the Burbank Courthouse for the Burbank City Prosecutor from 2000-2006. During that time, and thereafter, he successfully handled 1000s of cases in the various courtrooms of the Burbank Superior Court, as a Burbank Criminal Lawyer. You are in good hands with this lawyer. I strongly recommend anyone facing a criminal case to hire Greg Caplan."
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1995
Glendale Law Review, Glendale College of Law
2006 - Present
Criminal Defense Attorney, Law Offices of Gregory Caplan
2000 - 2006
Assistant/Deputy City Prosecutor, Burbank City Prosecutor
1999 - 2000
Drug Task Force Prosecutor, Madera Narcotic Enforcement Team
1997 - 2000
Deputy District Attorney, Madera County District Attorney
1995 - 1997
Senior Law Clerk/Law Clerk, Los Angeles District Attorney's Office
1989 - 1989
Law Clerk, Fresno County District Attorney
1989 - 1989
Extern, Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control
2007 - Present
California Public Defenders AssociationMember
2007 - Present
North Valley Chamber of CommerceMember
2007 - Present
Burbank Chamber of CommerceMember
1996 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
Dismissed in the interests of justice.
Drug Diversion dismissal pursuant to Penal Code section 1000.4.
Felony Reduction to Misdemeanor, Probation Terminated Early, & Expungement
Case closed without filing.
Dismissal upon completion of community service
Dismissed upon completion of community service.
Felony charge vacated/expungement granted
Dismissed pursuant to PC 1203.4
Discharged/closed without conviction
Dismissal
Dismissed upon completion of pre-trial diversion program.
Plea to zero-point traffic infraction
Dismissed misdemeanor
Dismissed upon payment of court costs.
Dismissal
Dismissal
Plea vacated and charge replaced with infraction.
Probation terminated early and two separate cases expunged.
Case Expunged
Vacated Burglary Charge/Probation Terminated/Charge Expunged
Felony Burglary Arrest- Diversion/Infraction
Allegation of Grand Theft- $600+
Petty theft dismissed; infraction result.
Possession of Marijuana- City Attorney Diversion
Child Abuse Charge- DA agreed to dismiss case
Marijuana charge-dismissed. Plea to Infraction.
1996
JD - Juris Doctor
1991
Criminal Justice
1990
Associate
2011
Helping First-Time Offenders in Burbank Court
2009
Criminal Defense in the San Fernando Valley
2005
Restitution in Criminal Cases
2005
Changes in Law as it Relates to Local Law Enforcement Practices
1998
Domestic Violence Solutions
2014
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1995
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Early Intervention in Criminal Cases in California
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Airport Arrests in California
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Second Chances for 1st Time Offenders
10 Jan 2010