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

Client's Choice
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Platinum Client Champion

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 1 - 5 of 9 reviews | Expungement

Posted by Karen T. | June 19, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Expungement

Thank you, Karthik Krishnan, for getting my DUI expunged!

I am so glad I hired Karthik Krishnan for helping me get my DUI expunged. From the moment I first spoke to him, he educated me on what criteria the courts would consider and how he would put together the best argument in favor of expunging my DUI. He was so easily accessible by text, phone, and email... the whole time, and kept me fully informed. Best of yet, I now live out-of-state, but I never felt like distance was an issue because of how proactive Karthik was in communicating. Thank you, Karthik Krishnan, for all your help! I would DEFINITELY recommend him for DUI representation, DUI expungement, or any legal matter!

Posted by Omar P. | September 19, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Expungement

Karthik Krishnan, great attorney, great service, great outcome

I am very pleased with the services I received from attorney Karthik Krishnan, he worked on my DUI case in which we prevailed. He managed to avoid a license suspension, a court conviction, an most importantly he manage to get the arrest sealed in Ventura county. On my first contact with my attorney I... was very nervous and panicking over the situation, however he managed to calm me down explain the situation of our best case scenario and worst case scenario he put me at ease and picked up the phone every single time I called him at times where he couldn't pick up the phone he texted back so communication was over 100% at all times. I recommend him for any situation based on his professionalism his dedication to my case and of course our great outcome. Forever grateful thank you once again Karthik Krishnan.

Posted by Dinesh Kumar | July 14, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Expungement

Karthik Krishnan is best. Highly recommended

I am very fortunate to meet Karthik Krishnan and he agreed to handle my two misdemeanor counts in Ventura Superior court. Unfortunately i ended up arrest with two counts absolutely no proofs to prove am not guilty to officers at that moment. Karthik well observed my statements, situation, police repo...rts and explained me the best way to handle the issue. He better knows how judicial system will work and he worked on ground a-lot in my case. He was patiently answering all my questions and made me more confident and comfortable throughout the process. Karthik updated me all the pretrial actions, advised me to patiently wait and he appeared most of the court dates on behalf and handled completely. Initially Prosecutor’s intention was to arrest again issued warrant by court but Karthik well defended and convinced Prosecutor and Judge arguing that am not guilty, cancel the warrant and ended up dismissal of all the counts by pretrial judicial diversion. His defense knowledge is remarkable all the times. Judge ordered one year judicial diversion with certain conditions but i ended up with case dismissed and closed in 6 months. Am non-resident alien thought my life over but it seems like got new life and never forget Karthik Krishnan in rest of my life. Highly recommend him to help any issues. He is very understanding and helped me good deal for all the pretrial process until seal the arrest records. Thank you very much Karthik.

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 Jeannette | July 08, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Expungement

Phenomenal Lawyer!

Having to get a criminal lawyer is never a fun process. Needing a criminal lawyer is even scarier… but I am so glad that I was referred to the Shouse Law Group and more specifically to Karthik Krishnan. Karthik was extremely knowledgeable and professional but above all… he was compassionate and human...! He listened to all of my concerns and did everything in his power to get my case dismissed. I am happy to report we were 100% successful!!! He was able to obtain dismissal of all 19 counts and an agreement to seal any record records relating to the case. This was one of the scariest times in my life and Karthik made me feel very comfortable and secure knowing we were going to come out of the situation in a positive light. Every in-person visit and over the phone conversation felt productive and like we were making strides in getting closer and closer to the case being over. I felt like I was talking to a close friend every time we conversed… and truthfully, that is how your lawyer should make you feel. If you are in search of a criminal lawyer that is also a human being and understands emotions… I highly recommend working with this gentleman! Thank you again, Karthik… I finally feel like I can breathe again!

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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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