Steffeny Holtz

Steffeny Holtz

5.0
Rating: 8.7

Licensed for 30 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Beverly Hills, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

9903 Santa Monica Blvd #377, Beverly Hills, CA

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Criminal Defense 100%

Defense Attorney of the Year, 2016 and Jerry Giesler Memorial Award Winner, 2016. WILL FIGHT FOR YOU! All Criminal Cases.

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 30 years

State: California

Acquired: 1995

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Law Offices of Steffeny Holtz

9903 Santa Monica Blvd #377, Beverly Hills, CA, 90212

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Steffeny Holtz's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

47 Client Reviews

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Posted by Kaya | September 14, 2025 | Hired Attorney

Thank you for representing me!

She handled my case with so much care and professionalism. I appreciated how thorough she was in explaining every step, and how she always made sure I felt comfortable and informed. She is not only a skilled lawyer but also someone who genuinely cares about her clients. I couldn’t have asked for a be...tter experience.

Posted by Victor | October 20, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Most proactive lawyer

I interviewed several lawyers before hiring Steffeny. During the interview process, it became clear that she had a plan and would execute it immediately. Upon hiring Steffeney, she immediately started communicating with the DA's office. Steffeney provided the DA with information she thought woul...d help my case. She persisted with updates. The DA eventually decline to file charges. I believe that it was due to Steffeny's proactiveness in contacting the DA immediately upon being hired and perseverance in executing her plan. I will be eternally grateful to her for getting the best outcome possible for me.

Posted by Alex | January 13, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Life saver!!!

Hello my name is Alex, to start off I just really want to thank Steffeny for saving my life in a bizzare case. This case really had me stressed out from the get go, however Steffeny rolled up her sleeves and Went to work. She is very very detailed in what’s going on with the case. I was looking at t...hree years prison!! I came out with only probation!! I was very very worried day and night for this matter, Steffeny made the impossible possible, she will fight for the freedom of her clients. She uses common sense , something that most people lack now a days. She will guide you every step of the way and what to prepare for. If you are worried for ANY legal issue DO NOT hesitate to call her, have your trust in her as much as you can for she will do what Is best for you. I cannot stress how grateful I am for her, she is truly a blessing and I thank her very much for the dedication she puts in her clients. My case was a bizarre hit and run that changed my life, Steffeny saw how bad I was shook up from this tragic event and guided me through thick and thin.

Posted by anonymous | June 10, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Amazing Attorny

A friend referred Steffeny to us and when I reached out to her, she took on my daughter's case. After hiring Steffeny, she was personal and professional. Steffeny treated my daughter as if she was her own and was able to connect with my daughter and defend her above and beyond expectations. Steffeny... was able to have all charges dropped because she took action quickly and believed in the better good. I would recommend her to all that are looking for a criminal attorney.

Posted by Chris | April 18, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

GREAT ATTORNEY, walked FREE

We met Steffeny Holtz after she was recommended by another well known attorney in the Los Angeles area however this time we needed a criminal defense, we already had a criminal attorney in place which was not giving us the results we wanted, resulting in firing him. We were facing 10 years and we nee...ded an Experienced attorney. When we met with Steffeny Holtz and gave her all the details, she ASSURED us she has had previously worse cases and what we were dealing with was nothing and she would handle it. Fast forward 1 year later, we came out clean not guilty of any charges and with time served. The exact day we went in 1 year later we were out. Probation for 3 years which will later be reduced as well. All meanwhile working hand in hand with our immigration attorney and was not affected by anything. Steffeny is a great attorney she fights for you, she's communicative, and overall friendly. We are thankful for all her help during that 1 year she was with us throughout everything.

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Thomas Greco

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 23

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. I have practiced immigration law in Los Angeles for 20 years. During this time, Steffeny has been my go-to defense attorney for many of my clients facing immigration consequences due to pending criminal charges. Fortunately, Steffeny has come to the rescue on each case. Without reservation, I can say Steffeny is simply the best. She is very professional, has great instincts, and knows how to articulate a winning strategy. In my experience, Steffeny has always produced the desired result, no matter how difficult the case. I have found Steffeny to be relentless in her defense. She will not be intimidated. Steffeny is a master at dismissals, negotiating pleas, and trying cases. Recently, she got a dismissal under very trying circumstances in a case that could not be won at trial. In another, she got my client a relatively harmless accessory after the fact instead of a much more serious drug offense. No case is too difficult."

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Massa Sheridan-Hinds

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 05

Relationship: Friend

"Steffeny is AMAZING!!! She is my go-to referral for criminal defense work and I highly recommend her. She really will FIGHT for you and an added bonus is she's compassionate. You can not go wrong hiring or referring her. We met first year (more like first day) of law school and it has been a blessing for me to have known her for more than 25 years. Congratulations Steffeny on all of your accomplishments. I applaud you."

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Shawn Robinson

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 09

Relationship: Other

"I am a civil litigation attorney that has a long time friend who was charged with multiple counts of horrible crimes that could have added up to multiple life sentences. I participated in the interviewing and retention of Ms. Holz and watched her try my friend's case. She is smart, courageous and persistent. She was not afraid to confront opposing counsel, unfavorable witnesses and even the court when necessary. She stood behind my friend, looked the jury in the eyes and told them she was proud to represent him. He is now free. I would recommend her to anyone."

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Experience

Rating:  8.7 (Excellent)

Honors

2016

Defense Lawyer of the Year, Los Angeles County Bar Association

2016

Jerry Giesler Memorial Award, Criminal Courts Bar Association Los Angeles

Work Experience

1995 - Present

Owner, Law Office of Steffeny Holtz

Associations

2012 - Present

Los Angeles County Bar Association

Executive Committee Member ICDA

Los Angeles County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

People v. Anthony Adams

Jury Trial Not Guilty

People v Jeffrey Simonek

Acquittal - Jury Trial

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Education

1994

Southwestern University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1991

Univ of California at Los Angeles

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2000

Familes to Amend California's Three Strikes

Criminal Law

Languages

Spanish

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