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Biography
Attorney Jeffrey Sklan has been a resident of the greater Los Angeles area since moving here from South Florida to attend UCLA. Serious about his studies, he worked hard and graduated in three years with a political science degree. Not wanting to leave the West Coast, he decided to attend the Law School at Santa Clara University, the state’s oldest institution of higher education. After his first year of studies, he was offered an academic scholarship to its business school, Taking advantage of any and all learning, he asked for and was granted a leave of absence from the law school. Jeffrey completed his MBA in 1977 and resumed his legal studies. He graduated from law school in 1979 and was admitted to the bar later that year. Attorney Sklan is licensed to practice law in the Northern, Central and Eastern Federal District Courts and also the Federal Tax Court.
His work experience includes working for his father’s accountancy practice prior to moving to California, and working as a commercial real estate loan officer at Bank of America while he was in law school. Following his graduation, he opened his own practice in 1980 and continued working with many of the clients who he knew from his banking days. He’s done work for clients in various capacities including becoming the general counsel for a regional construction firm and overseeing the daily operations for seven corporations for a year. He’s done transactional work in places including India, the Far East and Europe for a variety of clients.
Attorney Jeffrey Sklan has developed a reputation for being able to think creatively while still paying meticulous attention to detail. He’s able to resolve complicated problems effectively, both in terms of the relationship of the parties involved and the costs that are spent. When settlement’s can’t be resolved in a boardroom type setting, he’s comfortable moving to the courtroom to aggressively defend his clients and he fights tirelessly to get them the results they deserve.
You make the choice, and I will make the difference. Call today.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
50%
47 years | 5,000 cases
Divorce and Separation
40%
47 years | 1,000 cases
Domestic Violence
10%
47 years | 500 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2025 2024 2023
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Licenses
Licensed in California for 46 years
State: California
Acquired: 1979
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 1998
Location
Law Offices of Jeffrey Sklan
8484 Wilshire Blvd Suite 660, Beverly Hills, CA, 90211
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Practice Areas
Lawsuits & Disputes (49)
Criminal Defense (37)
Family (31)
Child Custody (19)
Divorce & Separation (14)
Domestic Violence (11)
DUI & DWI (6)
Child Support (5)
Landlord & Tenant (5)
Business (4)
Immigration (4)
Litigation (4)
Real Estate (4)
Bankruptcy & Debt (3)
Speeding & Traffic Ticket (3)
Contracts & Agreements (2)
Debt Collection (2)
Debt Settlement (2)
Adoption (1)
Animal Law (1)
Chapter 11 Bankruptcy (1)
Consumer Protection (1)
Expungement (1)
Identity Theft (1)
Insurance (1)
LGBT+ Law (1)
Limited Liability Company (LLC) (1)
Violent Crime (1)
What Clients Mention
Case Results (91)
Advocacy (78)
Recommendation (74)
Responsiveness (60)
Professionalism (59)
Communication Style (43)
Practice Area Knowledge (40)
Character & Conduct (35)
Compassion (34)
General Knowledge (30)
Trustworthiness (27)
Cost of Services (21)
Staff & Support (15)
Punctuality (5)
Free Consultations (2)
Payment Plans (1)
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Posted by Patrick | January 04, 2023 | Hired Attorney
BEST FAMILY AND CRIMINAL ATTORNEY
Jeffery is a hard working attorney that gets results. I was referred to Jeffery through my father and I’ve had my trust and a piece of mind during my court hearing. THIS MAN IS A BEAST IN COURT. Don’t ever underestimate Jeffery. Thank you thank you thank you JEFFERY!!!!
Posted by Natalie | October 18, 2022 | Hired Attorney
AMAZING DIVORCE LAWYER
Jeffrey Sklan and his team were amazing! Mr.Sklan took my call in between court room breaks and gave me the number to his paralegal, Sandy, she spent over an hour with me the first time I called her. I sounded so desperate she calmed me down and took time to explain the entire process to me. They to...
Posted by Nikki | October 07, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Best criminal attorney
Jeff is a great attorney who is always willing to go above and beyond for you. He’s very easy to get a hold of and will always get back to you no matter what he’s doing , it can be weekends. My case went on for 2 years and he was always reliable and made sure to make me feel as comfortable as possibl...
Posted by Robert | August 23, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Great attorney
Jeffery was referred to me by a friend, who is also a lawyer. He handled our case diligently and professionally. Jeffery made himself available to us 24/7 in case we had any concerns about our case. Sandi, his Paralegal, did a great job of keeping communications running smoothly. I would highly recom...
Posted by Patrick | August 16, 2022
Very Reliable and Trustworthy
I consulted Jeffrey about a domestic violence case and he helped through every step. He always made himself available to me and everything he said was 100% the truth. For someone who is unfamiliar with the legal world, Jeffrey was professional while making things easy to understand. I would trust him...
Jeffrey Fredrich Sklan's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have known Jeffrey for over four years, and have worked with him both as opposing counsel and collaboratively. Jeffrey is a creative, smart, and effective lawyer who knows how to get results. A strong advocate for his clients, and a generous resource and wealth of knowledge for his colleagues, I would highly recommend Jeffrey for anyone seeking an experienced, personable, and well-respected lawyer in California."
"A true lifesaver. I couldn't be more thankful. I wholeheartedly endorse this attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. Jeff is a great lawyer. He is very thorough and fights for his clients. In the matter that he and I worked on, we obtained great results for our client"
"I endorse Jeffrey for his amazing capacity to get the best possible results while remaining calm under pressure. Jeffrey fuses common sense with impressive knowledge of law and procedure that has earned him great respect among his clients and colleagues."
Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 1998.
Private reproval, public disclosure issued in CA, 1998
updated on 02/06/2010Private reproval, public disclosure means the attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The Bar warns the lawyer in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.
Public reproval with/duties issued in CA, 1997
updated on 06/17/2015A censure or reprimand issued by the Supreme Court or the State Bar Court that is not a matter of public record unless imposed after the initiation of formal disciplinary proceedings. No period of suspension is imposed. The reproval may be imposed with duties or conditions.
Jeffrey’s comment:
“The State Bar release stated that, during the course of a civil case wherein I WAS THE CLIENT, suing another lawyer on a breach of contract claim, a $250 discovery sanction had not been paid. In fact, it had but the recipient (an office employee of the opposing side) kept the cash, and did not turn it over to his employer. FURTHER: there were NO CLIENT money or liberties involved, the public was not affected, and the case amicably settled. The employee died of a heart attack soon thereafter.”
Honors
2025
Client's Choice, Avvo
2024
Client's Choice, Avvo
2023
Client's Choice, Avvo
2022
Client's Choice, Avvo
2021
Client's Choice, Avvo
2020
Client's Choice, Avvo
Work Experience
1979 - Present
Founder and Trial Attorney, Law Offices of Jeffrey Sklan
Sample of Legal Cases
People V Villanueva
NOT GUILTY
People v Selmanovic
NOT GUILTY verdict after trial
People V Rangel
Case dismissed during TRIAL.
People v Graves
NOT GUILTY at jury trial
Education
1979
Santa Clara University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1977
Santa Clara University Business School
Masters Business Administration
1975
Univ of California at Los Angeles
Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2016
Photo LA
Photographer's Rights
2013
Lecture to Families
Services for incarcerated family members
Languages
Korean
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
I am paying a mortgage in California. Both names are on the title. Will my wife get the house while there is no will ?
26 Jan 2020
Q&A
Is it required to complete a domestic violence course/BIP for a family law restraining order?
07 Sep 2018
Q&A
Can the landlord forbids me to use electricity in my assigned garage?
08 Sep 2018