Karthik Krishnan

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Karthik Krishnan

also known as Law Offices of Karthik Krishnan

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 14 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Glendale, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence

201 N. Brand Boulevard, Suite 200, Glendale, CA

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About Karthik

Biography

Reliable and caring attorney ready to fight for you!

Call me and let's build a defense together...

Call me and let's fight your DUI charge together...

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

50%
DUI and DWI 25%

25%
Domestic Violence 25%

25%

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Awards

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 14 years

State: California

Acquired: 2011

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Karthik Krishnan

201 N. Brand Boulevard, Suite 200, Glendale, CA, 91203

krishnanlaw.com/

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Karthik Krishnan's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

230 Client Reviews

Showing 51 - 55 of 93 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by anonymous | June 29, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Intelligent, works hard and cares about his clients

My son had a stack of felony charges against him. He had a public defender who became angry if I tried to discuss the case. It was a long and dark process. Eventually I realized I needed real help I went to Shouse Law for help and then met Karthik. At first I thought he was too good to be true. But ...I can tell you he is as great as everyone says. He was so communicative, explained everything clearly and came up with a strategy. He did every thing he said he would do. He worked hard with the Judge and the DA, and he managed to get my son a deal that seemed impossible prior to meeting him. He kept us up to date, made multiple visits to the jail to keep my son updated. If you find yourself in a difficult situation, I would very much encourage you to ask for Karthik’a help. He is excellent and I can’t recommend him enough.

Posted by Siva | February 03, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Best Criminal Defense Attorney - Case Dismissed

My experience with Karthik Krishnan was excellent in my case from day one at Bellflower Superior Court. He was very professional and easily accessible. Whenever I text him, I got spontaneous reply from him, no matter how many times I keep asking him the same silly questions, he was very patient and c...learing all my concerns and doubts. He always called and gave details/ updates at a timely fashion. The case went more than six months and he didn’t settle until best outcome. I'm very grateful and appreciate his efforts on getting my case completely dismissed. I highly recommend him with no doubts. Thank You!

Posted by anonymous | November 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Reliable and helpful

I have to thank the Shouse Law Group for helping me with my case. Karthik Krishnan was an excellent attorney who communicated what I needed to know and answered all of my questions in a timely manner. He was very professional with dealing with my case and was easily accessible, whether it be by text ...message, phone call or meeting in person. I definitely recommend hiring Karthik as your attorney as well.

Posted by Tyson | September 26, 2019 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Highly Recommend!

Just leaving this review to show my appreciation for my defense attorney, Karthik Krishnan. He came recommended from a friend and I couldn't be happier with the results. Going through the whole DUI process, he was very professional and communicated to me extremely quickly. Even at times outside of no...rmal business hours he would at the minimum reply back with an email or text message. The process is very stressful and he was able to simplify everything for me to understand and communicated strategy to me before he/we would appear infront of a judge. My expectations where exceeded with his service. On one occasion an emergency occur for him but he communicated with me well before my court appearance. He had his associate, Leoanard Manalo, fill in for him. I was uneasy with this at first but Karthik assured me I was in good hands which I found out once contacting Leo. He too communicated with me precise details and in simplified terms so I could make the most well informed decision. He stepped in and displayed the same professionalism and empathy that Karthik did. They handled my 2 cases with the utmost care and I felt they really fought for me. You will hear horror stories going through the DUI process with other offenders and their lawyers and I'm just glad I don't have anything to contribute to that conversation about Karthik or Leo in that regard. I highly recommend not only these 2 specifically, but Shouse Law group as a whole as I really felt as I was in great hands.

Posted by Walter | August 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Professional, Knowledgeable, & Reliable

I was pulled over in Ventura County for speeding and was charged with a D.U.I. I called the Shouse Law Group and was recommended to talk to Karthik Krishnan, specifically, by a friend. That friend had recently gotten his D.U.I. (Marijuana) case dismissed. Right away, Mr. Krishnan explained to me the ...situation and began working on my case. He always called me with any information regarding my BAC levels, what charges I was facing (D.U.I., Probation, Speeding, & Two months in jail), & what steps were needed to take to win this case. He was able to win the DMV Hearing and I was able to keep my driver's license. He then explained the risks of taking my case to trial, but I believed in Mr. Krishnan's work ethic and that he had the expertise to get my case dismissed entirely. Not only was he able to get my case dismissed by the D.A., but, he was able to do it before trial! Incredible! I strongly recommend Karthik Krishnan as a Criminal Defense/ D.U.I. Attorney. He really does fight for you.

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Karthik Krishnan's Lawyer Endorsements

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Neeraj Singh

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse Karthik for criminal matters out of Ventura County."

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Arash Sadat

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Karthik is a talented attorney with a wealth of criminal defense experience. You will not find a more zealous advocate or an attorney more passionate about what he does. If a close friend or family member ever needed a criminal or DUI defense attorney, Karthik and his law firm would be my first call."

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Amir Soleimanian

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Elisa Guadan

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 11

Relationship: Co-worker

"Karthik is a smart, hard-working criminal defense attorney and one of the rising stars of criminal defense in the greater Los Angeles area. Karthik is well respected by prosecutors, the bench and his fellow criminal defense colleagues alike."

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Travis Newton

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Leonard Manalo

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Karthik is one of the most passionate attorneys you will find and you would be lucky to have him in your corner. He is always prepared, effortlessly cites the law, and provides a tenacious defense."

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David Poblete

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 08

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Karthik is one of the best up-and-coming criminal defense lawyers. He's savvy, knowledgable, always prepared, passionate about his work and routinely gets great outcomes for his clients"

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Mark Cunningham

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Johnny Lai

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Erica Madrid

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Karthik is an excellent criminal defense attorney. He thoroughly researches and prepares his cases. He is a zealous advocate in the courtroom, and fights very hard to protect his clients' Constitutional Rights! I endorse this lawyer."

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Ninaz Saffari

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 15

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Karthik is an exceptional attorney. He is a tireless, zealous advocate with a work ethic that's second to none. Karthik consistently earns his clients' trust through his dedication, hard work and compassion. He has an unparalleled track record in court. Any client would be lucky to have Karthik as a lawyer!"

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John Murray

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I've worked with Karthik on a number of cases and he is a truly outstanding lawyer: knowledgable, meticulous in his preparation, very dedicated to his clients. I would highly recommend him as a criminal and DUI defense lawyer."

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Nicole Valera

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 20

Relationship: Co-worker

"Karthik Krishnan is a compassionate advocate who cares about his clients. He is a hard working, honest attorney who believes that every client deserves the best defense possible and he constantly works to this end."

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Neil Shouse

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 18

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Karthik is one of the best young criminal defense lawyers in the business. He draws on his experience and contacts having worked for the LA County District Attorneys office. He is deeply committed to his clients. He consistently gets terrific deals and results on his cases. I would recommend him highly."

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Sara Watson

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 17

Relationship: Co-worker

"Karthik is unquestionably dedicated to his clients. Not only is he skilled and hardworking, but he is a pleasure to be around, something that serves him well as an advocate for his clients. I do not hesitate to endorse this lawyer."

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Anand Desai

Personal injury lawyer

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Neeraj Singh

Criminal defense lawyer

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Arash Sadat

Litigation lawyer

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Mark Russ

Criminal defense lawyer

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Elisa Guadan

Criminal defense lawyer

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Leonard Manalo

Criminal defense lawyer

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Neil Shouse

Criminal defense lawyer

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Lester Paredes

Criminal defense lawyer

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Michael Castillo

Criminal defense lawyer

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Michael Becker

Criminal defense lawyer

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John Murray

Criminal defense lawyer

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Erica Madrid

Criminal defense lawyer

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Ninaz Saffari

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2021

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2020

Rising Star, "SuperLawyers®"

2019

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2018

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2018

Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers

2017

Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers

2017

Top 10% Lawyer in the U.S.A., Lawyers of Distinction

2011

Hobbes Trial Advocacy Program, Loyola Law School

2005

Dean's List, University of California at Irvine

2005

Humanities Achievement Award, University of California at Irvine

Work Experience

2020 - Present

Principal Attorney, Law Office of Karthik Krishnan

2012 - Present

Criminal Defense Lawyer, Shouse Law Group

2011 - 2011

Law Clerk, Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office

2011 - 2011

Law Clerk, Legal Aid Foundation Of Los Angeles

2009 - 2010

Law Clerk, Los Angeles City Attorney's Office

Associations

2008 - Present

Los Angeles County Bar Association

2008 - 2011

Public Interest Law Foundation

2008 - 2011

Business Law Association

Education

2011

Loyola Law School, Loyola Marymount University

JD - Juris Doctor

2005

Univ of California Irvine

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

Spanish

Armenian

Korean

Hindi

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