Carina Castaneda

Carina Castaneda

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 30 years

Family Lawyer at Manhattan Beach, CA
Practice Areas: Family, Criminal Defense

1230 Rosecrans Avenue Suite 300, 3rd Floor, Manhattan Beach, CA

About Carina

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Family 70%

31 years

70%
Criminal Defense 30%

Federal and State Crimes.

31 years

30%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 30 years

State: California

Acquired: 1995

Active

No misconduct found

Location

LAW OFFICE OF CARINA CASTAÑEDA

1230 Rosecrans Avenue Suite 300, 3rd Floor, Manhattan Beach, CA, 90266

LAW OFFICE OF CARINA CASTAÑEDA - BRANCH

9701 Wilshire Boulevard Suite 1000, 10th Floor, Beverly Hills, CA, 90212

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Carina Castaneda's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

41 Client Reviews

Showing 31 - 35 of 41 reviews

Posted by John | March 24, 2017 | Litigation

The best Family Lawyer!!!

ATTY. CASTANEDA REPRESENTED ME IN A BITTER CUSTODY AND VISITATION TRIAL. I FIRED MY ATTY. RIGHT BEFORE TRIAL BECAUSE HE CHARGED ME A GREAT DEAL OF MONEY BUT I WAS NOT CONFIDENT THAT HE WOULD EFFECTIVELY REPRESENT ME. SOMEONE RECOMMENDED ATTY. CASTANEDA DUE TO HER TRIAL EXPERIENCE. EVERYONE SAID THAT ...THE JUDGE WOULD NOT CONTINUE THE TRIAL BUT HE DID DUE TO GOOD CAUSE (A REASON THAT WAS NEVER THOUGHT OF BY BIG SHOT LAW FIRM PRIOR ATTORNEYS). ON THE DATE OF TRIAL, SHE WAS PREPARED, SHE HAD THE NECESSARY WITNESSES AND THE JUDGE AGREED WITH HER COMPLETELY. SHE IS COMPASSIONATE AND DOES NOT LIKE TO WASTE TIME. I WISHED I HAD HER REPRESENTING ME FROM THE VERY START. I KNOW SHE IS VERY BUSY BUT YOU ALWAYS FEEL LIKE EVEN WITH HER SCHEDULE, SHE WILL SET ASIDE A TIME TO SPEAK TO YOU ABOUT YOUR CASE. SHE IS CLEARLY EXPERIENCED IN TRIAL WORK. I HAVE ALREADY REFERRED HER TO A FAMILY MEMBER FOR A RESTRAINING ORDER ISSUE!

Carina Castaneda

Replied last March 24, 2017

Hi John, Thank you for posting this review. As you know, I never ask clients to do this so taking the time out of your busy day is genuinely appreciated. It was a challenging task to fight this restraining order--but well worth the time and resources, as you know. Keep up the good work and say hello to your family. Carina

Posted by Colleen | March 24, 2017 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Amazing Carina

Carina did an amazing job communicating the legal information for me & my father; so that we felt updated & stress free about the legal findings. She never promised an outcome; but reassured us that she has been in courtrooms enough to precisely navigate the legal ramifications. I have never trust...ed a lawyer until now. I would recommend her to ALL of my family & friends. She saved me a lot of time & money...which never happens in legal situations. Carina single handedly put my faith back into the legal system. My case had emotional elements to them. Carina handled them with grace & respect; which was truely genuine & greatly appreciated. Thank you so much! If you want a winner...Carina is your PERFECT candidate.

Carina Castaneda

Replied last March 24, 2017

Colleen, It was a "bump" in your exciting life. I know your career is going well and thank you for your trust in my work and I really enjoyed getting to know you and your dad. Take care of yourself! Carina

Posted by Melanie | March 24, 2017 | Child Support

Child Support Case

Carina was my attorney for a child support issue. She is honest, direct, knowledgeable, responsive, and efficient. She kept me informed throughout the entire process and protected my interests effectively. She was superb in every respect. I felt comfortable knowing that I had great representation.... I highly recommend her for family legal matters.

Carina Castaneda

Replied last March 24, 2017

Melanie, Thank you very much for taking the time to provide information about your case to prospective clients. It is important to be aware of what is going on in your case--since it is YOUR case. I hope all is well with your family and your travels. Keep in touch! Carina

Posted by Kevin | March 24, 2017 | Divorce & Separation

A Father's Case

When my marriage ended it looked like I would only see my daughter one weekend a month. But when Carina took charge of the custody and child support case that all changed. She managed to get joint custody for me and she made the child support affordable. Carina really showed her twenty years of co...urtroom experience in my case. Her fees were reasonable and she didn't even charge me for things she could have. I will be forever grateful for all of her hard work.

Carina Castaneda

Replied last March 24, 2017

Thank you for your confidence in my work Kevin. I hope you and your daughter continue to grow together as she gets older. Good luck with your business--I know you will succeed! All my best, Carina

Posted by Eufemio | March 24, 2017 | Criminal Defense

Ms. Castaneda's guidance throughout my legal procedure reassured and alleviated my legal ignorance.

Ms. Castaneda is an extremely effective and knowledgable attorney. Her professional conduct and her background as a Deputy District Attorney proved effective in the outcome of my criminal case. Ms. Castaneda's guidance throughout my legal procedure reassured and alleviated my legal ignorance. I trus...ted her implicitly in all my legal affairs. I have nothing but the utmost praise for her legal expertise and the sincerest gratitude for what she has done for me throughout my legal proceedings.

Carina Castaneda

Replied last March 24, 2017

Thank you Eufemio for your trust in my expertise. It was a challenging case especially but a nice place to have a case--(Napa Superior Court). Love the wine country as you know and I expect your career will flourish. Please let me know of your endeavors all over the world. Be well! Carina

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Sabrina Damast

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 02

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"I am an immigration attorney, and Carina worked with one of my clients on a sentence reduction that was crucial for my client's immigration case. She was professional, persistent, and patient. I highly recommend her for similar cases!"

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Aaron McAllister

Family lawyer | Feb 19

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Bryce Fetter

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 28

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Herbert Ellis

Unknown lawyer | Dec 07

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Howard Roitman

Immigration lawyer | Oct 07

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Dec 20

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Angela Green

Unknown lawyer | Oct 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer.This attorney has a strong reputation, is a zealous advocate for her clients and is a credit to the legal community."

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Howard Lewis

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Castaneda is an outstanding attonrey with an exceptional reputation. She is a strong and zealous advocate for her clients and a credit to the legal profession. I highly endorse her."

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Manny Ibay

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 03

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. She is very knowledgeable about her field having been a deputy district attorney. I have referred numerous criminal cases to her and have only heard glowing reviews."

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Ryan Okabe

Unknown lawyer | Aug 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Carina is one of the best family and criminal defense attorneys I know. Her combination of genuine care for her clients and tenacity in court is respected by both judges and attorneys alike. I endorse Ms. Castaneda without any reservations."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Client's Choice, Avvo

2009

100 Most Influential Filipina Women in the United States, Filipina Women's Network

Work Experience

2006 - Present

Managing Partner, The Law Offices of Carina Castaneda

1996 - 2006

Deputy District Attorney, Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office

1995 - 1996

Small Business Enterprise/MBE/WBE Certification Analyst, City of Los Angeles (Mayor's Office) Office of Contract Compliance

1994 - 1994

Judicial Extern, The Honorable Dickran Tevrizian

Associations

2003 - 2004

Philippine American Bar Association of Los Angeles

Board Member

2002 - 2003

Philippine American Bar Association of Los Angeles

Board Member

Education

1994

University of California, Hastings College of the Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1994

Leiden University, The Netherlands

International Law

1989

University of California - Los Angeles

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

Publications

2006

Philippine News Law & Order

Languages

English

Tagalog

Activity

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