Hart Jasper Levin

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Hart Jasper Levin

5.0
334 reviews
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Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 19 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Los Angeles, CA
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense

355 S Grand Avenue, Suite #2450, Los Angeles, CA

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About Hart

Biography

LA's #1 rated DUI Attorneys. Former LA Prosecutor. Flexible Payment Plans. Free Consultations. Se habla espanol.

LA's #1 rated DUI Attorneys. Former LA Prosecutor. Flexible Payment Plans. Free Consultations. Se habla espanol.

LA's #1 rated DUI Attorneys. Former LA Prosecutor. Flexible Payment Plans. Free Consultations. Se habla espanol.

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

DUI and DWI 60%

Expert DUI Defense based on handling over 3,000 DUI cases.

21 years | 3,200 cases

60%
Criminal Defense 40%

As a former Deputy District Attorney for Los Angeles, we offer top-notch criminal defense that has consistently delivered outstanding results for our Clients.

23 years | 2,400 cases

40%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Licenses

Licensed in California for 19 years

State: California

Acquired: 2006

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Hart J. Levin

355 S Grand Avenue, Suite #2450, Los Angeles, CA, 90071

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The Law Office of Hart Levin

4224 Spectrum, Irvine, CA, 92618

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Law Offices of Hart J. Levin

401 Wilshire Blvd., 12th Floor, Santa Monica, CA, 90401

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Hart Jasper Levin's Reviews

Showing 11 - 14 of 14 reviews | Payment Plans

Posted by Alison | May 05, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Super Lawyer for real!

I found Hart online after reading a ton of reviews. I was skeptical at first because it's the sort of thing that looked too good to be true. I called him at 9pm and he answered, which shocked me. He was very caring about my case and I felt really comfortable. He offered me a payment plan which I ...could afford so I signed up, over the phone. I put a lot of trust into him. I was really scared of losing my job with a criminal charge. He was really good about communicating with me and keeping me up to date on what was happening. I ended up going to court with him and 2 district attorneys walked in and gave him hugs, yes 2. I was laughing with my husband there and saying is this guy for real? Well yes he is! He got my DUI completely dismissed and I didn't have to pay any money to the court. The results were excellent but he was also a really wonderful guy to work with. Super sweet and caring.

Posted by Pearl | October 20, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

AMAZING ATTORNEY, YOU NEED HIM!!!

I have so much gratitude for Hart Levin and his team. Getting arrested was terrifying and I thought my life was over. I literally had a panic attack. They arrested me for DUI and possession of narcotics, because a friend had left a small baggie of drugs in the back seat when the cops ordered us out o...f the car. I got horribly depressed after the arrest thinking that I ruined my career and this was going to haunt me for the rest of my adult life. So I started asking around about who should help me and Hart was recommended to me. But I wanted to do some independent looking so I went online…and Hart was clearly the top choice. At first I didn’t believe some of the reviews because they were so great. And I have to admit I was skeptical. So I met with a couple other attorneys in West LA and near downtown LA. Total waste of my time. The first guy told me to do a ton of AA meetings and admit I had an alcohol problem – so ridiculous. I hardly ever drink and I was shocked he was asking me to do say that I was an alcoholic. The second guy was crazy expensive and so I then met with Hart at his office. Hart immediately put me at ease. He explained the process but also explained that I was going to be okay and he could help. He is an ex-DA so he knows how it all works in court. He clearly had a TON of knowledge about fighting duis and criminal cases, but more important to me was that I felt like he cared about me and my situation and I wasn’t just a number to him. He sat with me for an hour and I felt a huge weight lifted off me by the time it was over. I hired him on the spot and he even gave me a payment plan. Hart put together a defense and on the 2nd court date had the drug charge thrown out through illegal search seizure. Now we just had the dui which was a relief. I wasn't drunk since I was the designated driver but the officer was really intimidating and demanding me to take a test and I asked him what my rights were but he got mad and said I refused. Hart did a dmv hearing for me and got the officer to admit that he didn’t properly give me my rights to take the breath tests and I wasn’t a refusal. He had the officers statements brought into court and got my dui thrown out too. I am sure not every case gets thrown out so I was shocked and super grateful. He was super responsive to me when I had questions (I had a lot) and didn’t get impatient with me. In the end all I can say is that my life is better because of the help Hart gave me. I don’t think he’s a magician, even though some people have said that in their reviews – I just think he’s amazingly good and truly cares. His staff was super supportive and responsive as well. So thank you Hart. Really I am so grateful you helped me and I will recommend you to ANYONE who needs the best help out there. And if you are someone out there who is in trouble for dui or drugs, I couldn’t recommend Hart and his team anymore!!! Don’t even bother going anywhere else. They are known as the best for a reason. They are awesome!!

Posted by Jennifer | October 06, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Simply the best!!

HART IS A ROCKSTAR ATTORNEY!!!! I felt compelled to write about my experience with Hart and his firm. In July I was contacted by LAPD about a possible hit and run with a car that looked like mine. I had nothing to do with it and was asked to interview with the police about the incident which I had z...ero knowledge of. There were some old scuff marks on my bumper and the officers tried to say that it was caused by this other hit and run incident they were accusing me of. I was totally panicked and freaking out. My brother in law works for the LA County sheriff's department and I went to him for help. He told me to call Hart because he's referred a bunch of people to him in the past and he is really great. I called Hart and he made me feel much better. He was really calming and told me the best way to go about fixing this situation. I told him I was innocent and I'm an professional and I can't have anything like this on my record. He told me not to worry and that he knows exactly what to do. So he had a private investigator find evidence that the damage to my bumper was more than a year old. Hart had the the investigator order surveillance video from a bank that was on the corner of Sepulveda near where the incident supposedly took place. The bank didn't even want to provide the video but Hart contacted the branch manager and by the time the conversation was over he was given access to the surveillance tapes. The tapes showed that it was a car similar to mine but had a license plate that was 2 digits off. He turned over the info the the LAPD and the entire case was dropped. They even apologized to me about the misunderstaning and said your lawyer did excellent work. I believe I got the best result but I'm also really appreciative of his team. Alison worked with me on a payment plan which made it totally affordable and gave me several months to pay the balance. Hart and his team were really responsive whenever I had any questions. I doubt I'll need his help again but if I do, I know who to call. They are the absolute best!

Posted by Travis | March 06, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Case Dismissed

When I got a DUI in September 2013 I felt lost. I started shopping around lawyers because I didn't want to go through the ordeal alone and I stumbled upon Hart by researching lawyers in the LA area. I spoke to 4 different lawyers before deciding on Hart mainly because he made me feel at ease about th...e whole situation. It's hard to put into words how much Hart has helped me out. When I was at my lowest he was supportive and understanding. There were numerous occasions when I didn't have the money to pay him that month but he was very flexible and let me work out a system that worked with his account officer. Ultimately everyone's situation is different but in relation to mine, I couldn't be happier. Hart helped me fully understand my options and it ultimately resulted in him getting my case dismissed. I cannot recommend him enough. Hart Levin helped me get my life back on track in a very positive way, I owe a lot to him.

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Hart Jasper Levin's Lawyer Endorsements

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Eugenia Hicks

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Hart is a stellar attorney! From time to time I need to refer a client to a criminal defense attorney and I have never hesitated to refer the client to Hart. I have heard nothing but excellent feedback from the clients I have referred to Hart."

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Celia Cho

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 04

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Hart Levin is a brilliant attorney who cares about his clients."

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David Beyersdorf

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Glen Kotten

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 22

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Hovanes Margarian

Unknown lawyer | Jan 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Justin Gordon

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Gordon Sattro

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have worked with criminal defense attorneys, civil litigators, and quite a few corporate attorneys throughout my time practicing. When I secured Hart's services for a friend of mine, I was expecting a criminal defense attorney with the same approach as every other criminal defense attorney out there. This certainly was not the case. From the moment my friend starting working with Hart I noticed something different about his approach with clients, he is engaging, proactive, and always communicative. Now, the prior may not seem very impressive, but when one considers how many clients he works with and how many different matters he addresses, it is thoroughly impressive. His ability to engage with the client, take charge of the situation, and provide the guidance necessary to resolve the issue presented in an expedient manner is second to none. I WHOLLY endorse Hart Levin for any of your criminal defense needs."

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Ryan King

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I worked with Hart as a prosecutor and now as a defense attorney. He is smart, dedicated and has a tremendous amount of courtroom experience. His results speak for themselves."

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Matthew Ruff

DUI and DWI lawyer | Mar 13

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I was defending a felony DUI case in Compton Court when I met him, good guy!"

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Dmitry Gorin

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Christopher McCann

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I saw Hart in court today handling a motion and I was impressed with his skills in cross-examination and how he represented his client. I didn't know him before today, but was impressed with his abilities as an attorney."

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Dania Baker

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I do mainly corporate and employment law. Its good to have Hart's expertise and professionalism for Criminal matters. His clients not only get a committed, hard working attorney, but they also get the benefit of his insight into the district attorney's office."

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Armen Boyajian

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"As a corporate attorney, I refer criminal matters to Hart Levin's law office. Hart is an experienced criminal-law professional and a strong advocate for his clients. His insight as a former deputy DA is invaluable. Hart is flexible and understanding - a true professional whom I trust to put up the most vigorous defense."

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Tzviah Mayman

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 02

Relationship: Co-worker

"I worked with Hart back when he was a Deputy District Attorney. Hart is very skilled in honing in on the salient facts and issues of a case, and knows everything there is to know about how the DA's office works. His experience and natural ability combine to make him a true asset to anyone in need of criminal defense work."

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Ruslan Nesevich

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 30

Relationship: Friend

"Saw him in action last week - always attached to his phone and incredibly responsive to client matters. I strongly endorse Hart - I was impressed by his interactions with clients and how available he was to them."

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Sam Yebri

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Hart is an experienced, tenacious criminal defense attorney to whom I have referred numerous difficult matters. He is the attorney you want to represent you when you have a lot on the line."

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Thomas Peters

Personal injury lawyer | Aug 29

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Great guy; excellent legal mind. I endorse this lawyer."

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Benjamin Rubin

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 24

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Hart is well versed in his field, efficient, effective, and has a strong presence in the courtroom."

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Vatche Zetjian

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Had a pleasure working with him."

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Andrew Tan

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 21

Relationship: Co-worker

"Hart is a great attorney and mentor. He works hard for his clients. I have seen him use his advocacy skills and knowledge of the criminal justice system to obtain good outcomes for his clients. I highly recommend him to anyone seeking a good criminal defense attorney."

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Celia Cho

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Jason Miller

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer

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Dylan Ruga

Litigation lawyer

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Stephen Drucker

Family lawyer

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Andrew Haas

Criminal defense lawyer

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Marcus Musante

Criminal defense lawyer

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Matthew Cohen

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Ryan King

Criminal defense lawyer

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Dania Baker

Business lawyer

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Ruslan Nesevich

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Sam Yebri

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Thomas Peters

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Benjamin Rubin

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Vatche Zetjian

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2020

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2019

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2018

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2017

Top 10 Under 40, NACDA

2017

Top DUI Lawyer, Avvo

2017

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2017

Client's Choice Winner, Avvo

2016

Client's Choice, Avvo

2016

Ranked #1 US for most successful law firms and fastest growth, Law Firm 500

2016

Top DUI Attorney, Avvo

2016

10 Best for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys

2016

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2015

Client's Choice, Avvo

2015

Rising Star, Super Lawyer

2015

"Top Lawyer", Global Directory of Who's Who

2014

Client's Choice, Avvo

2014

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2014

TOP 100 TRIAL LAWYERS, The National Trial Lawyers

2013

Client's Choice, Avvo

2012

Top 5 Defense Attorneys, Top 5 Criminal Defense Attorney in Los Angeles

2012

Client's Choice, Avvo

2005

Amjur-Rated #1 in Criminal Procedure, Loyola Law School

2004

Amjur - Rated #1 in Criminal Law, Santa Clara Law School

Work Experience

2011 - Present

President, Law Offices of Hart J. Levin

2006 - 2011

Deputy District Attorney, District Attorney's Office Los Angeles

2005 - 2006

Associate, McNicholas & McNicholas, LLP

Associations

2012 - Present

State Bar of California, Criminal Law Section

2012 - Present

South Bay Bar Association (LA)

2011 - Present

Beverly Hills Bar Association

Associate Member

2011 - Present

California Judicial Council

Attorney Member

2011 - Present

Attorneys for Criminal Justice

Member

2011 - Present

Criminal Courts Bar Association

2006 - Present

Los Angeles County Bar Association Barristers

Attorney Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Felony Drug Sales

Dismissed after client completes 10 NA meetings

2nd DUI with accident reduced to Wet Reckless

DUI dismissed, reduced charge

First Degree Burglary Dismissed

All burglary counts dismissed, no jail time.

3rd Time DUI - No jail time

No jail time

Felony DUI Dismissed at Pretrial

No jail time, DUI dismissed

Felony Criminal Threats - Dismissed

Dismissed

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Education

2006

Loyola Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

2003

University of California - Berkeley

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2012

South Central Scholars

Juvenile Justice

2012

South Central Scholars

Best Attorneys in Southern California

2011

Project Lead

Criminal Law Reform

2005

Attorneys for Criminal Justice

Abuse of Police Authority

Publications

2012

2011

2006

San Francisco Chronicle Dirty Dozen - Police Abuse Unchecked

Languages

Spanish

English

Activity

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