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Sheida Shoalehvar | Criminal Defense Attorney | 16+ Years of Strategic, Results-Driven Advocacy
Proactive. Strategic. Respected. For over 16 years, attorney Sheida Shoalehvar has delivered high-level criminal defense across California with one goal: protecting her clients’ freedom, reputation, and future. Her approach is built on early, decisive action, often resolving cases before charges are filed.
Ms. Shoalehvar gained valuable legal insight working within the Los Angeles District Attorney’s Office, where she learned how prosecutors evaluate and build criminal cases. This experience gives her a unique edge, spotting weaknesses early, building strong defenses fast, and using key relationships with law enforcement and prosecutors to her clients’ advantage.
She has successfully defended hundreds of individuals facing charges such as DUI, narcotics offenses, domestic violence, theft, and serious felonies. Every case is handled personally, never passed to case managers or paralegals. With an in-house private investigator and access to expert consultants, her team can act immediately when your freedom is at stake.
Ms. Shoalehvar earned her JD from the Southern California Institute of Law. She is admitted to practice in all California State Courts, the U.S. District Court (Central District of California), and the U.S. Court of Appeals. She is an active member of the California State Bar, NACDL, CACJ, CCBA, and other respected legal associations.
Her office offers multilingual support, including Spanish and other languages, ensuring clients receive clear, informed guidance and dedicated defense.
Initial consultations are free and confidential. While payment is required upon hiring, our firm works with each client to make trusted, high-quality defense accessible—your future matters. Call now and take control before the system controls you.
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450 N Brand Blvd Ste 600, Glendale, CA, 91203
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Showing 31 - 35 of 43 reviews | Criminal Defense
Posted by Lolita | September 28, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Best Attorney for Expedited Results
Sheida and her assistant Brenda helped me get all charges dismissed in less than a week. I went to them and they started working on my case the same day I did my consultation. They were very thorough in reviewing my supporting evidence, polite, and compassionate. I would recommend them to anyone. Th...
Posted by anonymous | June 28, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Assault w weapon..Felony
I contacted Sheida late on a Friday and she helped me on sat next morning she is very professional friendly I will recommend her .she helped me with a felony I was being accused w weapon .I didn't even had to go court she took care of everything . My case was dismissed thank to her.
Posted by Zhanna | May 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Great job!
I am an international student and unfortunately I was part of a crime in which I was being accused of 3 counts, I was very nervous and scared because I did not want this to affect my schooling here in the US. I contacted Attorney Sheida Shoalehvar to helpme with my case, she right away felt very conf...
Posted by Melissa | May 19, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Honest. Caring. Strong. Respected. Will not go down without a fight!
I was facing a big time felony charge. Ms. Shedia was very up front and honest with me the whole time. Every court appearance I was a nervous reck. She would come up to me and tell me not to worry. She is so well respected by so many in the court houses. She got me the best deal with the DA which I'm...
Posted by anonymous | May 19, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Professional Attorney, Dismissed my case!
I had a hit and run case, Ms. Sheida was able to dismiss my case completely. I am very happy with the job she did for me. Always kept me in the loop, answered every question I had. We corresponded through emails, phone calls and even in person. She always had the time for me, unlike other attorneys w...
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Shoalehvar is a fabulous advocate for her clients. She has worked out some miracles for her clients, even full dismissals. Her dismissal percentage is outstanding. I learned a great deal from her. She always does her best to make an incredibly positive impact on a client’s case as long as the client can hold up their end of the deal."
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Bachelor of Science Law
2004
Juris Doctor
1999
Bachelor of Arts Interior Design
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