Lara Yeretsian

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Lara Yeretsian

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 28 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Glendale, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence ... +2 more

330 North Brand Blvd., Suite 120, Glendale, CA

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About Lara

Biography

Skillful Negotiator. Persistent Defender. Compassionate Advocate. Call Lara today & stop worrying.

Practice Areas

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Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 20%

Attorney Lara Yerestian is a premier criminal defense lawyer in Los Angeles. With decades of experience, she is a fierce and detailed advocate for her clients. If you're looking for an attorney right now, call her today and stop worrying.

27 years

20%
DUI and DWI 20%

Getting a DUI can dramatically impact your life, including chances at employment and costs to insurance, so it's paramount you work with a lawyer like Lara who can help you fight the charges against you. Call her immediately.

27 years

20%
Domestic Violence 20%

If you've been involved in unwanted physical confrontation between you and someone in your household, you may be traumatized and confused. Lara will fight to the ends of the Earth for you, so call her now to get the advocate you deserve.

27 years

20%
Federal Crime 20%

Lara is an experienced trial lawyer who represents individuals facing federal drug charges, money laundering, fraud, telemarketing scam, environmental crime, identity theft, medicare fraud, conspiracy and medical kickback charges

27 years

20%
Sex Crime 20%

Getting a Sex Crimes charge can dramatically impact your life. Attorney Lara Yerestian is a premier sex crime defense lawyer in Los Angeles. If you're looking for an attorney right now, call her today and stop worrying.

27 years

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 15 minutes

Awards

Client's Choice
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Licenses

Licensed in California for 28 years

State: California

Acquired: 1998

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Yeretsian Law

330 North Brand Blvd., Suite 120, Glendale, CA, 90213

laralaw.com/

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Lara Yeretsian's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

35 Client Reviews

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Posted by Klaris | July 18, 2019 | Hired Attorney

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Great lawyer, even greater person. She is so trustworthy, knowledgeable, and most of all, she is very caring about her clients. I would recommend Yeretsian Law to anyone. A million thanks to Lara and her wonderful group to guided and helped me through a tough time in my life and for all she has done... for me. THANK YOU LARA JAN and I WILL NOT FORGET YOU.

Posted by Edita Danielyan | July 11, 2019 | Criminal Defense

Simply the Best

I had the greatest privilege to intern with Lara Yeretsian at Yeretsian Law! This review comes from a sincere place, and I hope it will be useful for those who are in trouble and are looking for a great professional. Lara’s most excellent qualities are her honesty, professionalism, and the abilit...y to care for and understand her clients. She listens to her clients, sometimes for hours, in order to holistically represent them in the court. Her human approach, combined with the astonishingly good knowledge of the criminal law makes prosecutors, jurors, and judges compromise. During my time there, she had most of her cases dismissed before they could go to trial: all for her genius strategies, honest character, and exceptional knowledge of the system. If any of my loved ones are in a bad situation, Lara will be my number one lawyer to go to for many reasons but most importantly, for we can TRUST her. No matter what situation you are in, she will deliver the best result possible and will be completely honest with you throughout the process. During my internship, I got to know people who are eternally grateful to Lara for she changed their lives for better and gave them a second chance. She is one of the reasons I want to be a lawyer. Thank you for everything!

Posted by anonymous | June 26, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Top Criminal Defense Lawyer

Yeretsian Law is the place to go if you are hoping for the best possible outcome for your case. Throughout my entire case Lara proved to be diligent in her mission to grant me my freedom along with helping me turn my life around. I had found myself in the wrong place at the wrong time during an FBI r...aid that I had no involvement with but had illicit substances with me and was convinced it was over for me and that I’d be doing time in federal prison and/or having years of probation and a felony on my record until I talked to Lara and hired her to represent me. She is strait forward, incredibly hard working, available 24/7, and genuinely cares and wants to help her clients attain the best outcome for their case. She was able to get me into an elite court program meant to turn peoples lives around when they had succumbed to addiction and crimes called CASA(conviction and sentencing alternatives) which grants me my freedom from a felony, record, and jail time after a year of completing the program. Lara not only made sure I got my freedom back but also got me into an amazing program that will change my life for the best.

Posted by Christine | June 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

The Best!!!!

Professional, kind and extremely intelligent. She really gave my family the peace of mind we needed in assisting a family member during a difficult time. The case was dismissed due to her diligent work. She takes care of her clients like family and is very honest and trustworthy. I hope no one has to... face such a sensitive situation with their family, but if you are, contact Lara Yerestian’s firm.

Posted by anonymous | December 10, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

My case

She was excellent difence lawyer She guided my case successfully and wan Thank you Lara for your time and effort

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Anahid Oshagan

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. Lara is one of the most tenacious, compassionate, hardworking attorneys in the field. Without the slightest hesitation or reservation, I always refer clients seeking criminal defense. Over the years, I have witnessed her impeccable skills and professionalism both inside and outside the courtroom. She is industrious and energetic, never one to shy away from uphill battles or challenges. She does her research, makes endless calls and contacts anyone necessary to get the best possible result for clients. She leaves no stone unturned when defending her clients. No case is too small or too difficult for Lara to tackle. I've seen her handle it all: with aplomb and endless dedication."

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Terry Kaufman

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Lara is a thoughtful and compassionate advocate for her clients. She takes the time to research and understand the law, and she is well-respected by her colleagues. She is also deeply involved in community and philanthropic work."

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Lori Sinanyan

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have referred several clients to her and they've always been happy. She's been super professional and gets great results. No hesitation to make continued referrals to her."

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Stephen Smith

Litigation lawyer | Dec 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I referred Lara a complicated criminal matter, which she handled brilliantly. She resolved the case within a month with a very favorable result for the client who was at serious risk. In addition, I have worked with Lara on other matters and find her legal acumen to be of the highest level."

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Agavni Hogtanian

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Lara is a top-notch criminal defense attorney who knows her craft in and out. She also has great people skills and is very personable to people from all walks of life, whether they are colleagues in the legal profession who want to consult with her on criminal law issues (like myself), or ordinary people who need her professional help. I endorse her whole-heartedly."

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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

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Woman of the Year, Rep. Adam Schiff

2019

Top 100 Criminal Defense Attorneys, America's Top 100 Attorneys

2019

Top Attorneys, Pasadena Magazine

2019

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2018

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

Women Achievers Award, Business Life Magazine

2011

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2010

Business Woman of the Year, Armenian American Chamber of Commerce

2010

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2009

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2008

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2007

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2006

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2005

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2004

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Chairperson, the Police Permit Review Panel of the Los Angeles Police Commission

2010 - Present

Owner, Yeretsian Law, APC

2014 - 2016

Vice-Chairperson, the Police Permit Review Panel of the Los Angeles Police Commission

2000 - 2009

Attorney, Geragos & Geragos, APC

1997 - 1998

Legal Extern, U.S. House Committee on Commerce, Subcommittee on Telecommunications, Trade and Consumer Protection

1996 - 1996

Judicial Extern, U.S. District Court, Central District Of California, Honorable Robert M. Takasugi

Associations

2007 - Present

US District Court Southern District of Georgia

Member

1998 - Present

State Bar of California

Member

1998 - Present

U.S. District Court Central District of California

Member

1998 - Present

U.S. District Court Northern District of California

Member

1998 - Present

Armenian Bar Association

Member

1998 - Present

Los Angeles County Bar Association

Member

1998 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

Education

1998

Georgetown University Law Center

LL.M - Master of Laws

1997

Southwestern University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1994

California State University, Northridge

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

2019

2019

2009

Kaplan Publishing Reaching the Bar Stories of All Women at All Stages of Their Law Careers

Languages

English

Armenian

Arabic

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