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Robert Stanley Ernenwein

also known as Ernenwein & Mathes, LLP

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Licensed for 41 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Torrance, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Sex Crime

1405 Crenshaw Blvd., Floor 2, Torrance, CA

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About Robert

Biography

Former LA Deputy District Attorney, Board Certified in Criminal Law, 4 decades of experience. I would be privileged to consult with you confidentially and without obligation.

Practice Areas

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Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 65%

Arson; Assault; Battery; Burglary; Domestic Violence; Gun Charges; Disturbing the Peace; Driving without License; Hit and Run; License Suspensions; Manslaughter; Molestation; Murder; Rape; Robbery; Sex Offenses; Theft Offenses; Vehicular Manslaughter

42 years | 10,000 cases

65%
DUI and DWI 25%

Alcohol and Drug Related Offenses; Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol or Drugs; Public Intoxication

42 years | 10,000 cases

25%
Sex Crime 10%

10%

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$0 first 60 minutes

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 41 years

State: California

Acquired: 1984

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Location

The Law Offices of Robert Ernenwein, PC

(310) 375-5858

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(866) 814-3782

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1405 Crenshaw Blvd., Floor 2, Torrance, CA, 90501

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Criminal Defense (83) Lawsuits & Disputes (23) Expungement (13) DUI & DWI (9) Domestic Violence (5) Drug Crime (5) Litigation (3) Violent Crime (3) Car Accidents (2) Juvenile (2) Sex Crime (2) Administrative Law (1) Child Custody (1) Divorce & Separation (1) Environmental and Natural Resources (1) Gun Law (1) Health Care (1) Licensing (1) Speeding & Traffic Ticket (1) White Collar Crime (1)
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Case Results (107) Advocacy (69) Recommendation (66) Professionalism (56) Practice Area Knowledge (51) Responsiveness (39) Communication Style (37) Character & Conduct (36) General Knowledge (35) Trustworthiness (29) Compassion (27) Staff & Support (23) Cost of Services (17) Punctuality (4) Free Consultations (2) Payment Plans (1)

Showing 6 - 10 of 13 reviews | Expungement

Posted by anonymous | November 12, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Expungement

Robert Ernenwein

I feel compelled to share my recent experience with Robert Ernenwein. I hope this will be helpful to those who may find themselves navigating the scary and unfamiliar waters of criminal law and in need of an experienced, compassionate and highly responsive attorney. I had a misdemeanor battery ch...arge a few years ago and wanted to have it removed from my record. I attempted to have it expunged on my own, but found the process to be confusing and overwhelming. I received a notice from the District Attorney that I needed to attend a hearing and was worried that I had filed something incorrectly. I decided I needed an attorney to help me through the process. I turned to a friend who recommended Mr. Ernenwein. I researched his practice via AVVO and Martindale. I also visited his website and was impressed by his experience as a Deputy District Attorney and his years being involved in many high profile cases. I called and left a message with a brief description of my needs at around 5 PM without expecting to hear back until the next day. To my great surprise, Robert personally called me back within 2 hours. He was calm and reassuring and let me know that everything would be fine. He said he would take care of all the necessary paperwork and that I need not worry. Mr. Ernenwein was professional but warm and spoke to me using terms that I could easily understand. He gave me a short rundown on how he would proceed and what would happen at the hearing. On the day of the hearing, Mr. Ernenwein personally called me from the courthouse to let me know that my expungement was successful. He was always so professional, reassuring and quick to respond to everything related to my case. I cannot say enough positive things about Mr. Ernenwein. He was extremely gracious and thanked me for trusting him to represent me, which is something you do not hear about too often nowadays! I can confidently say that I highly recommend Mr. Ernenwein to anyone who may find themselves in need of a trusted and experienced criminal attorney.

Posted by anonymous | May 10, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Expungement

Amazing and Knowledgeable Attorney

I hired Robert Ernenwein after being convicted of a felony. I was never into any trouble my whole life, not even a traffic ticket, for 30 years of my life. I went out one night to celebrate and got into a bar fight and it changed my life. My first attorney didn't help me with much and scared me most ...of my trial with bad news. I was convicted and sentenced to 5 years probation 720 hours of community service and anger management. I completed all my court fees and served half of my probation when I decided to contact Robert. He walked me through every step of my trial and kept me comfortable through everything. If I had any questions he was always available and helpful with anything that was troubling me. He is humble and friendly. I have and will always recommend him to anyone going through some hard times. I am so glad I called him. He got me off probation early, reduced my sentence and expunged my record. I am go blessed to have hired him. Thank you Robert and staff.

Posted by Kevin | January 06, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Expungement

Simply the best!

Character, class, calculated, charm, and charisma are words that describe Robert. My case was not clean-cut and it didn’t begin as most might. Robert picked up where another lawyer had failed me (after a preliminary hearing), which is not an ideal place to pick-up a case from a defense perspective ...(something I’ve learned by going through the process, but it should be noted that it was something that Robert was comfortable with). Suffice it to say that during the process of the transition of my case, I had the opportunity to interview approximately 20 different lawyers in Los Angeles County, ranging from fear driven future prospects to over confident, over extending, and over promising sales pitches. But something was different from the first time I spoke with Robert, there was a quiet confidence and experienced demeanor that was quite unique from the others I had interviewed. While Robert will never promise an outcome, he has an interesting insight and perspective on the system, and an extensive network of connections inside the district attorney offices in Los Angeles County. I felt after the intense amount of searching for someone to put my life in the hands of; Robert was the guy. From the onset of Roberts’s involvement, the approach changed dramatically. In my case; I was most interested in mitigation to avoid going to trial. There are no text books on this matter, so having a lawyer that has both a long line of experience, as well as professional relationships inside the district attorney’s office is a huge plus. After reviewing who I am both personally and professionally, and the incident at length, Robert came up with a strategy to approach the DA from. I can say with honesty that at first I wasn’t 100% comfortable with the strategy that he presented, but I’m also smart enough to know what I don’t know (and that is the legal system). So I cast aside my initial reservations in regards to the plan, knowing that from the onset I had enough confidence to put my life in the hands of Robert, so we decided to proceed with his proposed plan. The process of scheduling court dates and appearances took longer than I had hoped, but results are really the only thing that matters, so hindsight 20/20 the timeline isn’t something that really matters (after all, we are dealing with the government, and unfortunately they don’t always work at the pace one would hope). One other thing to note; Robert is not a lawyer that will overextend himself in regards to having non-substantive phone conversations, expect conversations to be adequately timed to work through the facts and matters of the case and not a client’s feelings. He is results driven and a very busy guy, which in the beginning took some getting used to, as I wanted weekly updates (if not daily), but looking back, his systematic approach is a very efficient way to run a business. It should not be confused with his absolute focus on individual cases. I can also say that over the period of time my case was active (5 months), Robert became a true friend. I will conclude by saying that the outcome was better than I could have hoped for. Robert was able to get both (2) pending charges against me dropped (after a preliminary hearing) and reduced to a simple misdemeanor, in which if I complete requirements from the court the event in its entirety will be completely erased from my record by enrolling me in a pre-trial diversion program. I cannot thank Robert enough for his efforts, knowledge, and execution in my case. He is truly a life saver and a man I’ll never forget in my life. He gave me a second chance.

Posted by anonymous | November 27, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Expungement

Excellent Lawyer

I highly recommend Mr. Robert S. Ernenwein to represent anyone who has a criminal offense. They have awesome staff that quickly respond to your questions. I did not even go to court and now my case is closed. My record is now clear and no more worries. Thank you so much.

Posted by anonymous | March 25, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Expungement

Gave me my life back!!

An unfortunate situation landed me with a felony charge and 400 hours of community service. I was not the smartest and put it off (why? embarrassment, personal issues.. I don't know) With a warrant slapped on me years later, I met with Robert. All embarrassment went away. He reassured me that we woul...d take care of it. When in court, he got my warrant recalled and got the judge to issue me an extension to complete my hours. But Robert's excellence doesn't end there, when we went back to court with record of completion of hours, he had the hunch that maybe we should see if the court would allow me to terminate my probation and payments as well-- THEY DID! This all goes to show, he is confident, smart and very well respected. He definitely looks out for his client and exceeded my expectations. From a felony to a mesdeneanor and now we are now looking to expunge my record! He gave me my life back! I cannot express enough how thankful I am. I highly recommend anyone in a bind to go to Robert!

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Greg Hill

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 09

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"I enthusiastically endorse this lawyer. Robert is a true professional, from start to finish. He is highly experienced and one of the hardest working folks around. He is honest and ethical. Most importantly, he is genuinely respectful and kind-hearted."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 07

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"I endorse Robert. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Lawrence Andrews

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 16

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"I endorse this lawyer wholeheartedly."

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Jason Stone

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 30

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"Robert is an excellent Lawyer. I trust his judgment and highly endorse this lawyer."

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Philip Daigneault

Domestic violence lawyer | Oct 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Robert and his firm appreciate the technical crossover issues domestic violence allegations create in divorce and criminal matters. Typical plea bargains by most public defenders can create presumptions in divorce proceedings which can prevent a person from receiving spousal support or custody of their children. As a divorce lawyer I know that when I work with Robert the matter will be handled carefully and expertly."

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Pat Carey

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 03

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"When I was a District Attorney, I referred all potential criminal defendants to Mr. Ernenwein--even my own friends and family members. Now as a practicing criminal defense lawyer, I look to him for guidance and expertise as he knows just about everything in the book. He is a great lawyer, and even greater person. You cannot go wrong with Robert as your lawyer, as your co-counsel, or even as your adversary."

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Matthew Ruff

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Bob is a true fighter and passionate about the defense of his clients."

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Matthew Rinaldi

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 24

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Mr. Ernenwein is one of the most competent and knowledgeable attorneys that I have ever encountered in both my personal life and my professional career. He is a man who puts in the hard hours at work, day after day, with the kind of dedication and energy that puts men half his age to shame."

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Celia Cho

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 28

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Joseph Silvoso

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"You cannot go wrong with hiring McGregor & Ernenwein. They are top notch!"

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Joseph Coimbra

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Robert Ernenwein is a remarkably skilled, proficient and diligent criminal defense attorney. His knowledge of criminal law is virtually encyclopedic. Given his background as a Deputy District Attorney and 25 years of dedicated criminal defense work, his expertise is unmatched by most criminal defense attorneys. Highly recommended!"

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2026

Preeminent 4.9 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2012

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2011

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2010

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2009

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2008

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2003

Certified Specialist in Criminal Law, California Board of Legal Specialization

1993

Alumni of the Year, Whittier College School of Law

Work Experience

2017 - Present

Founder, The Law Offices of Robert Ernenwein, PC

2019 - 2022

Partner, Ernenwein & Mathes, LLP

1987 - 2016

Partner & Co-Founder, McGregor & Ernenwein

1984 - 1987

Deputy District Attorney, Los Angeles District Attorney Office

Associations

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

California Attorneys for Criminal Justice

Member

California Public Defenders Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Beau Espeso

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Education

1984

Whittier College School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1981

Manhattan College in New York City

B.A.

Languages

English

Spanish

Activity

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