Martin Lijtmaer focuses primarily on criminal defense. His law firm, LIJT LAW, handles everything from simple bench warrant recalls and drug possession to complex white-collar and RICO conspiracy cases. LIJT LAW's philosophy is to provide its clients with The Complete Defense through aggressive litigation, comprehensive investigative services, and dependable and honest attorney-client communication. LIJT LAW leaves no stones unturned when working your case.
Martin Lijtmaer se centra principalmente en la defensa penal. Su oficina, LIJT LAW, se ocupa de todas clases de casos desde posesión de drogas y ordenes de arresto hasta casos complejos como delitos de cuello blanco y homicidio.
La filosofía LIJT es proveer a sus clientes con la defensa completa a través de litigios agresivos, servicios integrales de investigación, y la comunicación entre abogado y cliente confiable y honesto. LIJT LAW analiza todos los ángulos cuando trabaja su caso.
Practice areas
I handle criminal cases in both state and federal court. I have experience working on all types of criminal cases ranging from simple DUI and petty theft to complex federal white collar matters, gang conspiracies and homicide.
Languages spoken
Spanish, English, French
Law Offices of Martin Lijtmaer
643 South Olive St
Suite 525
Los Angeles, CA, 91101
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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CA | Active | 2010 | 06/13/2022 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2015 |
Top Attorneys | Pasadena Magazine | 2015 |
Rising Star | Super Lawyers Magazine | 2015 |
Top Attorneys | Pasadena Magazine | 2014 |
Top Attorneys | Pasadena Magazine | 2013 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Founder and Principal | LIJT LAW | 2011 - Present |
Associate | Kaye Scholer LLP | 2008 - 2010 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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State Bar of California | Member | 2010 - Present |
National Criminal Defense College | Graduate | 2012 - 2012 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Orange County Register | A Naked Breach of Rights | 2010 |
Northwestern Journal of Criminal Law and Criminology | The Felony Murder Rule in Illinois: The Injustice of the Proximate Cause Theory Explored via Research in Cognitive Psychology | 2008 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Northwestern University School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2008 |
Wesleyan University | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1999 |
Case name | Outcome |
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People v. Palacios | Not Guilty - Case Dismissed |
People v. Bustillos | Case dismissed. |
People v. Rizo | Dismissed |
United States v. Sulaiman | House arrest followed by supervised release. |
People v. Alamaddine | Case Dismissed |
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Patricia Rodriguez, Immigration Attorney on May 16, 2020
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I endorse this lawyer.
Samuel Luton, Immigration Attorney on Apr 20, 2018
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I worked with Mr. Lijtmaer on a joint immigration and criminal matter. He helped me navigate the difficult immigration issues in getting a great outcome for our mutual client. I highly endorse Mr. Lijtmaer. He knows his stuff.
Patricia Rodriguez, Immigration Attorney on May 16, 2020
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I endorse this lawyer.
Samuel Luton, Immigration Attorney on Apr 20, 2018
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I worked with Mr. Lijtmaer on a joint immigration and criminal matter. He helped me navigate the difficult immigration issues in getting a great outcome for our mutual client. I highly endorse Mr. Lijtmaer. He knows his stuff.
Genie Doi, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 22, 2018
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Martin is not just a great lawyer, he is a great person. The kindness, respect, and empathy he shows towards his clients is not what you would normally experience with other criminal defense attorneys. He is experienced, passionate about his work, and above all, truly cares for his clients. I highly recommend Martin!
Rachel Steinback, Criminal defense Attorney on May 15, 2017
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Martin is, hands down, the best criminal defense attorney I know. He is brilliant, a zealous advocate, and most important, he gets incredible results. If I ever needed a lawyer, he would be the first person I call... I can't think of higher praise than that. And, beyond his top-notch capabilities and skills, he is a wonderful human being. He genuinely cares about his clients and he treats every case as if it is his most important case. I can't recommend Martin highly enough.
Arezou Bakhtjou, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 11, 2014
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I highly endorse and recommend this lawyer. He is a zealous advocate for his clients and is a true defender of clients' rights. He is a knowledgeable and skilled lawyer and will go above and beyond for his clients.
Tarek Shawky, Criminal defense Attorney on May 23, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I have had the pleasure of working with Martin Lijtmaer as co-counsel on an ongoing multi defendant felony matter in Pasadena. His experience, work ethic and tenacity make him a superb choice for any criminal case. He is one of the hardest working criminal practitioners in Pasadena and he goes the extra mile for his clients. I recommend Mr. Lijtmaer without reservation and hope I have the opportunity to work with him on more cases in the future.
Andrew Bouvier-Brown, Criminal defense Attorney on May 13, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I know Mr. Lijtmaer's work well. He is, without any doubt, one of the very smartest people working in this business today. He cares deeply for each and every client and is in the field of criminal defense because he loves it. Mr. Lijtmaer brings an incredible skill set to bear on his cases and is quickly becoming one of the bright lights of our business. Anyone would be lucky to hire him as an attorney.
Steven Brody, Criminal defense Attorney on May 9, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Martin has a thorough knowledge of criminal defense and is experienced in handling all levels of cases. I highly recommend him as a talented and capable lawyer who will always put his client's best interests first.
Jerod Gunsberg, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 16, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I first met Martin after watching him in action in the courtroom. I was so impressed with his preparation and presentation that I immediately introduced myself and we were soon working together on a case. He is deeply committed to his clients and does not back down, even in the face of a tough fight. He has exceptional legal training and experience. I know how effective Martin can do be on a case because I've seen it. I strongly endorse him.
Mark Mcbride, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 20, 2012
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Martin is an all-around excellent lawyer. Not only does he know how to litigate cases, but he's also a great person and a great writer. I first noticed Martin when I read his writing. Great writing ability is -- sadly -- a talent which is waning by the day, and which society seems not to care about anymore. Not so with Martin. He writes with clarity, impact, and persuasiveness. I would recommend Martin without reservation.
Vitaly Sigal, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 4, 2012
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I have worked with Mr. Lijtmaer on several matters and have found him to have a sharp legal mind. He has been of great help and counsel on various kinds of criminal matters ranging from DUI and shoplifting to more serious cases where our client was facing life in prison. With Mr. Lijtmaer’s help we have been able to achieve excellent results on the cases we have worked together. He is an excellent attorney who I strongly endorse. I look forward to working with Mr. Lijtmaer in the future.
Nathaniel Kelly, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 13, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Martin and I have worked together on and off for about four years - his professionalism, industriousness and all around dedication to his craft stands out every time. He focuses on listening to what his clients want and getting it for them - an excellent advocate!
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