Victoria L. Clemans

Victoria L. Clemans

also known as Victoria Clemens, VICTORIA CLEMANS, ESQ. Los Angeles LAWYER

5.0
Rating: 9.9

Licensed for 22 years

Domestic violence Lawyer at Santa Monica, CA
Practice Areas: Domestic Violence, Personal Injury, Federal Crime

401 Wilshire Blvd., Penthouse, Santa Monica, CA

About Victoria

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Domestic Violence 50%

No middle man, no BS, no firewalls! You will be connected with Victoria, an aggressive DV lawyer! We also do DOMESTIC VIOLENCE RESTRAINING ORDER MATTERS, which is a court trial. I am also highly experienced in jury trials!

23 years | 2,049 cases

50%
Federal Crime 25%

Victoria handles Title IX cases for students accused of cheating on exams, sexual assault, plagiarism, and more. She will completely prepare you for phases of the administrative hearing and advocate for you or your child.

22 years | 250 cases

25%
Personal Injury 25%

In addition to personal injury, I also specialize in Civil litigation. I was the law clerk for a law and motion judge, Anthony J. Mohr, and being a solo practitioner for 20 years has given me a wide range in not only personal injury but litigation.

17 years | 500 cases

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 22 years

State: California

Acquired: 2003

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Location

Victoria Clemans, Esq,

401 Wilshire Blvd., Penthouse, Santa Monica, CA, 90401

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Victoria L. Clemans's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

37 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by Jonathan | April 12, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

RESPECT & GRATITUDE

It is with great respect and gratitude that I write this review for Victoria Clemens. I think we all deserve the very best representation when facing a serious charge, and for me that was a DV felony arrest. I was scared and at a complete loss at what to do and how to proceed. The moment I met Victor...ia I recognized she was a fighter, and someone whose passion for her work and intellect would be used full force to defend me. I left our first meeting educated, calm, and with a great sense of optimism. Communication with Victoria was superb and her guidance through important steps as we moved closer to a court date was invaluable. Victoria's strategy saw my FELONY CHARGE become a DISMISSAL by the DA. Victoria you are an warrior angel, a powerhouse... RESPECT!

Victoria Clemans

Replied last September 26, 2022

Thank you Jonathan, it was my pleasure to be your attorney through the "Journey."

Posted by anonymous | January 09, 2016 | Criminal Defense

A VERY GOOD CASE!!!!!!

Vitoria for me was an excellent lawyer, my case was a not really hard case, but she was able to keep me calm. this was my first time beeing accused of something i did not do. since the firt time i saw her i knew she was the one that was going to help me thru this. She was keeping me informed of every...thing each estep. very friendly, was there on time. that is why a thanks here very much and i said this from my heart. Thanks Victoria.

Victoria Clemans

Replied last June 21, 2022

Thanks for being such a cooperative client.

Posted by JUAN OROZCO | August 24, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

juan orozco

Very professional me and my wife are very happy with her services I highly recommend Victoria she explain to me step by step what to expect of my case she made me feel very confident IF I COULD GIVE HER 100 STARS I WOULD THANK YOU VICTORIA FOR EVERYTHING YOU DID FOR ME YOU GOT THE JUDGE TO SUSPEND 18...0DAYS OF JAIL TIME ONCE AGAIN THANK YOU !!!!!!!!

Victoria Clemans

Replied last August 24, 2015

You're welcome. It was a pleasure serving you. I know you will do well in your life and prosper.

Posted by anonymous | December 31, 2008

Efficient, Zealous, And Never Intimadated By Bullying Opposing Counsel

Ms. Clemans assisted me in with five legal matters and followed through with each one. Not once did she ever back away from a case even after receiving her fees, she kept me well informed, was always able to reach by phone, when co-councel handling a case with Ms. Clemans tried to take extra fees o...r leave in a financially vunerable situation she helped me, with Ms. Clemans she works hard for her clients. She been around the legal scene in So. Cal. for more than 20yrs, working as the sole secretary for an attorney who represented other lawyers in trouble. I have reccommended her to all of my friends when they've needed a lawyer.

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Victoria L. Clemans's Lawyer Endorsements

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Anthony Cameron

Violent crime lawyer | Oct 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Without doubt a competent and dedicated advocate but she has a practical and humanistic side that allows her to impart a bit of wisdom to those who seek her advice. Sometimes it is as important to someone wise in your corner as it is to have a technically competent lawyer. I would not hesitate to send a family member to her."

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Herbert Adams

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Victoria combines a fresh perspective with years of experience. She is clearly one of the top criminal defense lawyers in the City of Angels."

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Rahul Aggarwal

Unknown lawyer | Mar 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Cheryl Whitley

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Brad Micklin

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Victoria L Clemans provides a valuable service on Avvo. She gives excellent answers to user questions on this site. I am happy to endorse her."

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Charles Farrell

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Victoria provides a valuable service on Avvo. Her experience is an excellent addition to this site. I am happy to endorse her."

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Ross Russell

Unknown lawyer | Apr 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Victoria Clemans has an excellent reputation and is known for her fierce advocacy. I endorse this lawyer."

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Nicole Levy

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this attorney, whose reputation and credentials speak for themselves."

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John Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Mar 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Well respected in the legal community"

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David Schwaner

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Gregory McCauley

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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David Beyersdorf

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 09

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Chad Delventhal

Unknown lawyer | Oct 22

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Mark Clay

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse Mrs. Clemans. Very experienced and caring attorney who achieves great results in representing clients! I really want all people to contact her for help."

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Matthew Tyson

Unknown lawyer | Jul 29

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Brian Cooke

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 19

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Gayle Gutekunst

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 17

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"I endorse this lawyer. She gives her time and expertise generously on AVVO and always adds value to the discussion. Clearly she knows not only the law but also how the process works - both qualities absolutely necessary to be a competent, strong advocate for her clients."

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James Newell

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 17

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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John Fisher

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 04

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"I endorse this lawyer. She is compassionate and has superb communication skills."

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Jonathan Lacour

Unknown lawyer | Jun 25

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"One of the absolute best. Exceptional attention to detail, service next to none. I endorse this lawyer."

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Brad Micklin

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Herbert Adams

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Anthony Cameron

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Nicole Levy

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John Lassen

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Donald Stricklin

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Aryeh Leichter

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David Knox

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David Schwaner

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Experience

Rating:  9.9 (Superb)

Honors

2017

Top Attorney, Los Angeles Magazine

2013

Top Attorneys Rising Stars Los Angeles Magazine, Top Attorneys Southern California

2013

Top Womens Attorney for Septemer, Los Angeles Magazine

2013

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2007

CRF Award for Volunteer Scorer, Constitutional Rights Foundation

2006

CRF Award for Volunteer Scorer, Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles

2005

CRF Volunteer Scorer Award, Constitutional Rights Foundation

2000

Bancroft-Whitney Award, American Jurisprudence Award

Work Experience

2013 - Present

First Chair, CEO, Law Offices of Victoria Clemans

2003 - Present

Attorney at Law, LAW OFFICES OF VICTORIA CLEMANS

2000 - 2000

Clerk, Hon. Anthony J. Mohr

1989 - 2000

Paralegal, Law Offices Of Theodore A Cohen

Associations

2010 - Present

Women Lawyers Association of Los Angeles

Member

2007 - Present

Indigent Criminal Defense Attorneys

Bar Panel Attorney

2003 - Present

Top Lawyer of 2020

Attorney at law

2003 - Present

Avvo

Attorney at Law

2007 - 2008

California Public Defenders Association

Member

2003 - 2010

Los Angeles County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Successful Judicial Diversion

Case dismissed!

NOT GUILTY ON 6 COUNTS AFTER 7 WEEK JURY TRIAL

ACQUITTAL

DISSUADING A WITNESS (A STRIKE) NOT HELD TO ANSWER!

VICTORY

DESPERATE DEFENDANT READY TO TAKE A DEAL-STOPPED IN HIS TRACKS!

Case Dismissed due to attorney Victoria taking the lead.

CLIENT FACING 8 YEARS ON 2 FELONY COUNTS, REDUCED TO MISDEMEANOR ON DAY 3 OF TRIAL

2 Felony Counts reduced to 1 misdemeanor, no probation.

HANGING WITH THE WRONG CROWD

Placement in drug rehab

RANSACKING THE HOOD

probation-30 days Cal Trans CASE DISMISSED!

A RAPPER WITH NO RAPSHEET

Suspended Sentence

ROCKSTAR RESULTS

Case dismissed! PC 490.2

People v. Leon

Dismissed

You can't do better than a dismissal!

Dismissed

CAUGHT IN THE ACT

CASE DISMISSED! Due to attorney knowing new theft laws

People v. Harris

Dismissed

People v. T. Young

Case Dismissed

People v. C. Young

Dismissed!

EPIC!

Diversion then dismiss

People v. Williams

Outstanding!

The last man standing

Dismiss after short period of diversion, no labor or fines

People v. Stuart

Dismissed! Client very happy!

People v. Moore

Dismissed, client overjoyed!

People v. Whitsett

Case resolved informally, not charged

People v. Burden

Client ecstatic! All 5 counts dismissed!

People v. Alcante

People unable to proceed

People v. Mans

Dismissed by the People on day of jury trial

People v. Webster

Dismissal in furtherance of justice

People v. Garcia

Charges dropped for insufficiency of the evidence!

People v. Costido

Not guilty after 7 day jury trial

People v. Slaughter

Acquitted after 6 day jury trial

People v. Charmar Williams

Acquitted after 7 day jury trial

People v. Gonzales

Acquittal after 8 day jury trial

People v. Ramirez

People unable to Proceed on 9 of 10

People v. Boni

Acquittal after 7 stress-laden days of jury trial

People v. Pear

Acquittal after long cause felony gun trial

People v. Hassell, Jr.

Dismissed when Serna Motion granted on 1-29-10

People v. Ortega

Dismissed in furtherance of justice on 1/22/10

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Education

2000

University of West Los Angeles School of Law - West Los Angeles

JD - Juris Doctor

1997

University of California - Berkeley

undergraduate

Speaking Engagements

2013

Panel Member LACBA

Arbitration

2013

Arbitration chairperson

Arbitration

2011

Lawyer/Coach for Grant High School Kids Van Nuys Power Lunch-Jeopardy Game

2007

People's Central High Continuation School

Speaking to kids about overcoming hardships and not giving up no matter what

Publications

2013

Changes in Medical Insurance Coverage THIS JUST IN!

Languages

Spanish

English

Activity

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