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

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Criminal Defense 50%

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DUI and DWI 25%

25%
Domestic Violence 25%

25%

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Awards

Client's Choice
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Licenses

Licensed in California for 14 years

State: California

Acquired: 2011

Active

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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 26 - 30 of 55 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Polina | March 04, 2022 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Best Decision I Could've Made

Karthik is the real deal ! This was my first experience having to hire a lawyer after getting my first DUI late August 2020 and I can't begin to explain how big of a help he truly was. I was stressed, scared, and overwhelmed, but with his help, this was a BREEZE. My court date at the Metropolitan Cou...rthouse was pushed all the way back to April 2021 due to COVID, and I ended up moving states February 2021 - Karthik handled everything for me. I never had to step foot in the courthouse. He was able to get my DUI reduced to a wet reckless AND my fines converted to community service hours. He saved me from so much stress (both financially and psychologically). I cannot thank him enough. If you're looking for a quality lawyer that actually cares about you to represent you, hire him FAST.

Posted by Joey | December 07, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Amazing Lawyer

I received a mysterious letter from The Los Angeles City Attorney Office, and had learned that I was being prosecuted for something I didn't do. I called a few different law firms and was super nervous about meeting anyone. Karthik called me almost immediately after submitting an online inquiry. ... Karthik Krishnan was a god sent, from letting me know exactly what was being said against me to representing me in court, to answering questions I randomly had. He explained everything in normal terms that I could understand and he was amazing to work with. I was accused of harassing someone and Karthik found out that it was someone close to the person and not me. He got my cases dismissed and more importantly he has my respect. Thanks Karthik, You're amazing.

Posted by Mr. Sanchez | October 29, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

The friend you want on your side on hard times.

Well let start by saying any attorney is not cheap but when your dealing with your life future this attorney Karthik Krishnan is worth every penny, He helped me with my case and fight an assault case that I wasn’t guilty off and I was ready to throw the towel and take the deal ruining my life, but M...r Karthik Krishnan kept my moral support up and repeatedly saying trust me you’re going to be alright, and even with out me testifying on my defense he won my case without a sweat on his face, and even if I would of lost I know he gave it his best !!! So yes for criminal offenses he’s the one you want by your side……..

Posted by Kenneth | November 12, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Expungement

Expertly handled... respect!

It is with much respect that I write this review for Karthik. His knowledge, communication and efficiency throughout the process of sealing an arrest was exceptional. Notable was his calm and caring demeanor and for that I am forever grateful. My case could not have been more expertly handled!

Posted by Alex | August 03, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Best Lawyer Ever

The day before Christmas Eve of 2019, I was wrongfully accused and arrested for stealing merchandise at my employers business and the police wanted to charge me with a felony of embezzlement. It was the absolute worst day of my life. I thought my life was over. I felt like I had a terrible illness at... one point because of how stressed and depressed I was. I talked to my cousin who is a lawyer and he recommended Karthik Krishnan from the Shouse Law Group. It was the absolute best decision I ever made. Karthik was extremely helpful and got working on my case immediately. He took over the whole thing and helped erase all of my stress and fear of having to face this court system all by myself. I remember the day of my court hearing at the Airport Courthouse, Karthik with his full expertise and lawyer skills, made the prosecutor look totally foolish in front of the judge. After the prosecutor kept delaying my case for some time, I almost decided to just throw in the towel and agree to any deals the prosecutor wanted because I was so stressed about the whole case. But Karthik did not give up that easy and he assured me to stay strong because he knew he could help drop the charges! Literally a week after he told me that, Karthik was ultimately able to reach a resolution that lead to the dismissal of the charges against me! It was the best news of my entire life. My family and I were so unbelievably happy that this nightmare was finally over all thanks to Karthik. I will be forever thankful to Karthik for his tremendous amount of help not only with my case but also with my state of well being. Thank you so much Karthik! -Alex D.

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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

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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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