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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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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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Luis Santiago Valencia's Reviews
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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 - 5 of 7 reviews | Compassion
Posted by Daniel | May 20, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Very helpful
Luis Valencia has been very kind, patient, and caring through the gruesome process of a trial. He helped me at my lowest and I would gladly come to him for any assistance on a case.
Posted by anonymous | December 17, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Great Results
I especially propose Mr. Luis Valencia. He respond fast to my question and challenge. He would put me comfy when I changed into doubtful. I admire his assist very much for managing my case and I could be glad to hire him once more for all of my felony need. Thank you Luis.
Posted by Martha | April 04, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Extremely professional and did everything possible to make our family comfortable
Santiago is an awesome attorney. Throughout the entire process he was very engaging and sympathetic. Santiago kept our family in the loop the entire time and answered all questions at any given time. The case was dismissed and all charges were dropped. Highly recommend!
Posted by Nate | October 02, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation
Great Lawyer!
I was referred to Luis by a friend who spoke very highly of his skills. My work did not want to compensate me after I cut my hand on one of their fryer wire baskets so I hired Luis to help me with my case. Not only was he very respectful and understanding, he was very knowledgeable in his field. Ulti...
Posted by Alan | September 30, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
A huge help, very kind
I got rear-ended several months ago by a drunk driver and would receive intimidating letters in the mail from their insurance. My foot got hurt from the impact and as soon as I spoke to Luis, he immediately arranged a doctor to have a look at my injury and has been very proactive with whatever I need...
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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Veronica Castillo
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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