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Luis Santiago Valencia
About Luis
Biography
U.C.L.A Law graduate, former Deputy District Attorney, 9 years U.S.M.C. Civil Litigator: Business Law, Wage and Hour, Civil Rights and Education Law. Meetings/evaluations by appointment only.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
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Licensed in California for 17 years
State: California
Acquired: 2008
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Luis Santiago Valencia
10900 183rd St # 171 D, Cerritos, CA, 90703-5342
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Practice Areas
Criminal Defense (14)
Car Accidents (4)
Lawsuits & Disputes (3)
Personal Injury (3)
Insurance (2)
Workers Compensation (2)
Child Custody (1)
DUI & DWI (1)
Domestic Violence (1)
Ethics & Professional Responsibility (1)
Family (1)
Federal Crime (1)
Gun Law (1)
Landlord & Tenant (1)
Speeding & Traffic Ticket (1)
Violent Crime (1)
What Clients Mention
Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Car Accidents
Posted by anonymous | January 22, 2020 | Car Accidents
Patient and gave advice
I called Luis about a car accident I had. I was looking for advice and he gave it to me. He broke down what the possible outcomes might be for my specific scenario and told me what my best next steps would be. Though I didn't have a case for him to take on, he was very helpful and understanding.
Posted by Rick | September 29, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents
Tough attorney against Insurance companies
I contacted Mr Valencia when I was involved in a traffic accident and the clients insurance adjuster began harassing me saying that his client wasn't at fault. Mr. Valencia is a well educated, well spoken attorney who understood the fact of my case right away. The next day he called up the insurance ...
Posted by Jacob | September 29, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents
Awesome lawyer!
I was hit by a drunk driver several months ago and the person who hit me insurance has been giving me a hard time because I was injured. Luis took over and got me a doctor to help me with my back and is working now on a settlement with the insurance company. If it wasn't for Luis I would of gave up b...
Posted by Eva | September 26, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents
Lawyer that genuinely wants to help you
I was looking for a lawyer to help me with my car accident case. Every lawyer I contacted was blunt and rude. Luis was kind from the moment I called him. He patiently listened to my story of what happened and he agreed to meet with me as soon as I was able. He's made things so easy for me and everyon...
Luis Santiago Valencia's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. This is an amazing lawyer who is very compassionate and sticks by his beliefs. He has stood up to some bullies in his defense for the underdog."
"Mr. Valencia is a highly Knowledgeable and professional attorney."
"I have worked with Mr. Valencia on several occasions and he was always the go-to guy when questions of law came up and we needed someone to make a hard-hitting closing argument. He is a fighter and someone I would want in my corner in any case in court. I endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2015
Trial Attorney of the Year, Castillo
2006
Distinguished Advocate, University of California Los Angles
1999
Distinguished scholar, Bruin Corp
Work Experience
2015 - 2016
Gang Expert, Valencia and Castillo
2008 - 2009
Deputy District Attorney, Riverside District Attoreny
2000 - 2004
Instructor, LAUSD
1990 - 1999
Company Seargent, USMC
Associations
2016 - Present
Los Angleles County Bar AssociationMember
2015 - Present
North Orange County Bar AssociationMember
2012 - Present
Orange County Bar AssociationMember
2008 - 2008
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
Sample of Legal Cases
People vs. Ruiz
Hung jury - civil compromise offered
Saucedo vs. Sanchez
Judgement in Favor of Plaintiff
People vs. Meda
Dismissed
Robbery Dismissed P.C. 211 at Preliminary Hearing
Case was refiled and later settled for a Misdemeanor
Education
2008
University of California at Los Angeles School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2008
Univ of California at Los Angeles
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2015
Latino Lawyers association
How to fight a Gang Enhancement
2012
Cypress Community College
Attending UCLA
Publications
2000
LAUSD
18th Street and inner ethnic gangs
Languages
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Penal Code 211. First Offense , what will be the charges and conviction in California if pleads guilty ?
12 Mar 2017
Q&A
In California, can a pre-employment drug testing site make you take off your shirt and pants for a urine screening?
06 Mar 2017
Q&A
Grand theft for 19k first time offense no prior Record
27 Feb 2017