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Greg Thomas Hill
About Greg
Biography
Author of over 1,750 published articles about DUI, domestic violence, theft, drug offenses, sex offenses and other areas of criminal defense, including resentencing, Greg Hill defends those accused of such crimes in the Torrance and Long Beach areas, as well as other areas. Greg grew up in the Torrance and Long Beach area, before leaving for college in Annapolis, Maryland. After graduating from college (the U.S. Naval Academy), Greg went throughThe Basic School (TBS) in Quantico, Virginia, and then through flight school in Pensacola, Florida for about two years. After earning his wings, he spent about a year in Whidbey Island, Washington, learning to fly the EA-6B Prowler and learning about electronic warfare. Upon finishing the training in Washington, he went straight to the Persian Gulf for Operation Desert Shield and then, Operation Desert Storm in 1990/1991. After this deployment and combat, he spent another six years in the Marine Corps, deploying to Japan, Korea, the Philippines, Puerto Rico, Cuba and various places across the U.S. While in the Marines, he earned an MBA from Boston University.
Once he left the Marine Corps, as a Captain, he entered law school at Loyola Law School in Los Angeles. Three years later, he graduated and took the Bar Exam, passing it on his first try despite having monocleosis.
Since passing the Bar in 1998, he has taken many cases to jury trial and bench trial, although most have resolved short of trial. He has been lucky enough to learn from some great lawyers and thereby develop my skills. He learns omething new every single day in practicing law. Often it is just a better way to argue a point. Other times, it is a case that says exactly what he needs for a client with a similar problem. He thoroughly enjoys helping people resolve problems, whether it be a civil or criminal matter.
Outside of his practice, he has three children and a family to support. His son graduated from the University of Michigan (Ross School of Business) and his two daughters are finishing up college now - one is a senior at Syracuse (Newhouse School of Communications) and one is a junior at SMU in Dallas. Greg's wife is a law school graduate as well.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
60%
28 years | 1,500 cases
DUI and DWI
30%
28 years | 1,500 cases
Litigation
10%
28 years | 1,500 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 250-350 per hour
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in California for 27 years
State: California
Acquired: 1998
No misconduct found
Location
Greg Hill & Associates
22850 Crenshaw Blvd, Ste 200, Torrance, CA, 90505
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Greg Thomas Hill's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 47 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Mireya | December 7, 2022 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
SIMPLY THE BEST ATTORNEY EVER!
I had several very complexed cases that no other attorney wanted to even attempt to help me with. I was referred to Greg Hill and what a blessing that was. He is the first and only attorney that first of all, truly cared about me as a person and treated me with respect. He spent ample time listening ...
Posted by Michael | December 1, 2022 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
EXCELLENT
Mr. Hill is attentive, articulate and very professional. I have no time to waste in this crazy, fast world that we live in. So I certainly appreciated Mr. Hill's immediate response in finding a swift resolution to my situation. If you have a problem, Mr. Greg T. Hill would be my recommendation.
Posted by Greg | June 9, 2022 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Direct, genuine/honest, extremely knowledgeable, compassionate about others regardless of being retained
Greg Hill & Associates deserves all 5 stars and the finest of reviews. I spoke with Mr. Hill directly. He was quick to respond, honest about my situation, extremely knowledgeable given my case was different than most, spoke to me for almost 30 minutes of his own time just to help me out on a human ...
Posted by David Le | June 8, 2022 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
EXCELLENT!
I had some serious legal issues come back to haunt me from the past. I had countless nights staying up researching about my case. I called 8 lawyers and got 8 different prices, before I decided to choose Greg Hill to take my case. After speaking with Greg, I knew he was one of those RARE attorneys...
Posted by anonymous | May 13, 2022 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Misdemeanor dismissed
I hired Greg Hill & Associates to help me with a misdemeanor at the Van Nuys Superior Court. I discussed the case with Greg Hill before hiring his firm and he knew what to do and how the case would likely play out. His fee was very competitive and lower than a lot of other attorneys who had none of...
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Experience
Honors
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Member, Ethical Lawyers of America
2016
Top 100 Criminal Defense Attorney in California, American Society of Legal Advocates
2015
Top 100 Trial Lawyers 2014, National Trial Lawyers
2015
Top 100 DUI Attorney California, National Advocacy for DUI Defense
2015
Top One Percent, National Association of Distinguished Counsel
2015
10 Best in California, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2015
Top 10 Law Firm, American Institute of Criminal Defense Attorney
2015
Best Attorney of America - Lifetime Member, RUE Ratings
2014
Top 15 Criminal Defense Attorney in U.S., Newsweek
2014
Top 100 Trial Attorney 2013, National Trial Lawyers
2013
Top 100 DUI Attorney in California, National Advocacy of DUI Defense
2008
Judge Pro-Tem, Los Angeles Superior Court
1979
Eagle Scout, Boy Scouts of America
1976
Faces in the Crowd, Sports Illustrated
Work Experience
2008 - 2015
Judge Pro-Tem, Los Angeles Superior Court
2006 - 2015
Principal, Greg Hill & Associates
2004 - 2015
Mediator, Los Angeles Superior Court
2002 - 2006
Senior Staff Counsel, Safeco Insurance
1998 - 2002
Associate Attorney, Mendes & Mount
Associations
2015 - Present
National College of DUI DefenseMember
2013 - Present
California Public Defenders AssociationMember
2011 - Present
Boy Scouts of AmericaLaw Merit Badge Counselor
2007 - Present
Criminal Law Section of State BarMember
1998 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
1998 - Present
Los Angeles County Bar AssociationMember
1987 - Present
Phi Alpha Theta (History Honor Society)Member
1979 - Present
National Eagle Scout AssociationMember
1998 - 2002
Los Angeles County Bar Association Legislative Review CommitteeMember
Sample of Legal Cases
People v Williams
Dismissed
People v Gonzalez
Case Dismissed
People v Hyong Kim
Case Not Filed Due to Contact with Detective
People v Garcia
Case Dismissed
People v Sigler
Dismissed
People v Mason
Dismissed on 1538.5 Motion
People v. Albano
Dismissed
People v Eddie Goodwin
Case Dismissed
People v Demente
Not Guilty by Jury Trial
Education
1998
Loyola Law School
Juris Doctorate
1994
Boston University
MBA
1987
U S Naval Academy
Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2015
Boy Scout Troop 973 Meeting
Citizenship in the Community
2009
Palos Verdes High School Career Night
U.S. Naval Academy and Beyond
Publications
1997
Loyola of Los Angeles International and Comparative Law Review
"Terror in the Sky - Does Terrorism Today Make the Warsaw Convention Obsolete?"
Languages
Spanish
English
Korean
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can my boyfriend still be arrested for a false accusation ?
07 Sep 2018
Q&A
Red light ticket?
12 Sep 2018
Q&A
Can i sue the public defenders office for discrimination and not wanting to answer or talk to me abt my sons case..
08 Sep 2018