Jeffrey Fredrich Sklan

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Jeffrey Fredrich Sklan

5.0
Rating: 7.6

Licensed for 46 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Beverly Hills, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Domestic Violence

8484 Wilshire Blvd Suite 660, Beverly Hills, CA

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About Jeffrey

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

From Murder cases down, we have successfully handled every sort of criminal matter. My MBA and business training gives us an edge in white collar matters.

47 years | 5,000 cases

50%
Divorce and Separation 40%

We know that people going through a divorce frequently feel as if their lives are unraveling. It is a stressful and complicated time. Weekend app See also- domestic violence notes, below.

47 years | 1,000 cases

40%
Domestic Violence 10%

Domestic violence cases may be filed in criminal courthouses as felonies or misdemeanors - and/or in the family law courthouses. Frequently, they are concurrent with a divorce case.

47 years | 500 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
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Licenses

Licensed in California for 46 years

State: California

Acquired: 1979

Active

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 1998

Location

Law Offices of Jeffrey Sklan

8484 Wilshire Blvd Suite 660, Beverly Hills, CA, 90211

jeffreysklan.com/

Jeffrey Fredrich Sklan's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

187 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Immigration

Posted by Jorge V. | June 28, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Case Dismissed !

Jeffrey fought tooth and nail to win this case for me. He dealt with a number of DAs and a senior supervisor in a very hostile courthouse but stayed focused and never lost his cool . This case could have effected my work , family , and immigration status. He understood the seriousness from the jump.... Jeffrey always was available, kept me up to date, and answered texts and calls fast. He is very much at home in the courtroom and this gave me great confidence. Recommend him highly 5 stars+

Posted by anonymous | December 14, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

How to Put a Predator in Prison: A Master Class

I hired Jeffrey Sklan in September 2019 to represent me as plaintiff in a case against a narcissistic, sociopathic predator who had targeted me. The domestic violence circumstances were complex, and involved law enforcement in two CA venues as well as a third in another state. There was an additional... complication due to the perpetrator being not from the US, so ICE got involved as well once he'd broken his second restraining order. I'd previously given a deposit to another lawyer whose expertise was not sufficient due to how challenging the circumstances were--fortunately he knew which of his peers to recommend. To watch Jeffrey Sklan advocate on my behalf for the last fifteen months, both live in the courtroom and on numerous phone calls, was to observe a master class in law as well as psychology and the navigation of human behavior. This man is a pro at the top of the game. I also appreciate that his EQ matches his IQ. Strong women like me who have been victimized don't like to feel like victims. He championed me from beginning to end, and now that predator is in prison where he belongs. I'm on with my life, thankfully. If I could give Mr. Sklan more stars, I would. Highly recommended.

Posted by Addie | May 18, 2014 | Immigration

HE SAVED MY LIFE AND FAMILY, I TRUST HIM.

I've hired Jeffrey Sklan numerous times over the last 10 years. I was indicted twice on Securities related fraud offences. As soon s I knew I was in trouble I contacted Jeffrey. He was referred to me by a client of mine. The most important thing about Jeffrey is that you can tell him the truth. Many ...times we make the mistake of hiding things from our lawyers. With Jeffrey, I simply told him what was going on, my problems with my business and family. He mapped out strategy for me and took care of everything until the end. Criminal cases bring along a whole set of tax, bankruptcy, civil complaints and other forms of litigation. Jeffrey handled all of this for me. When we needed experts and other legal help on various matters, he brought me the best people. On the criminal side, he saved me at least 5 years of possible incarceration. On the tax and civil side, he saved me millions. On the immigration side, he kept me from getting deported. Today, I'm starting a new family and he helped me to reach an amicable divorce settlement with my wife and helped me put my life back together. I have trusted him with my life. I continue to do so. I would recommend him to ANYONE who has any sort of legal problem.

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Jeffrey Fredrich Sklan's Lawyer Endorsements

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Anthony Catena

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 26

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"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."

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Janina Botchis

Criminal defense lawyer | May 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"A true lifesaver. I couldn't be more thankful. I wholeheartedly endorse this attorney."

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Marc Gibbons

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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"

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Boris Gorbis

Litigation lawyer | Nov 28

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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."

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Robert Gigliotti

Family lawyer

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Eric Panitz

Employment and labor lawyer

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Deborah Lee

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.6 (Very Good)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 1998.

Private reproval, public disclosure issued in CA, 1998

updated on 02/06/2010

Private 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 06/17/2015

A 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

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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

2013

Lecture to Families

Services for incarcerated family members

Languages

Korean

English

Spanish

Activity

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