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also known as Suzanne Marie Wilson
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Suzanne M. Crouts is a California attorney with over 23 years of experience representing individuals and licensed professionals in criminal defense and professional license matters.
Suzanne provides representation at all stages of a matter, from investigation and pre-filing proceedings through administrative hearings and trial. Over the course of her career, she has represented thousands of clients in criminal, administrative, and professional license cases, including matters involving complex regulatory issues and serious collateral consequences.
Her practice is particularly focused on cases where criminal allegations intersect with professional licensing, and where a single incident can place a client’s career, reputation, and future at risk. Suzanne regularly represents clients before California licensing boards and regulatory agencies, including the Department of Consumer Affairs and its constituent boards, the Attorney General’s Office, and the Office of Administrative Hearings.
Known for her thoughtful advocacy, clear communication, and client-centered approach, Suzanne is committed to protecting her clients’ rights while guiding them through some of the most challenging moments of their lives with integrity, empathy, care, and practical judgment.
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State: California
Acquired: 2002
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2829 Townsgate Rd, Suite 100, Westlake Village, CA, 91361
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Posted by Nancy | February 09, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Superwoman Attorney
I prayed for God to send me a lawyer who would truly help me through my custody battle, and Mrs. Crouts was everything I could have asked for and more. She also assisted our family with a criminal matter, and her knowledge is truly exceptional—always on point. She is chic, professional, consistently ...
Posted by Regina | February 09, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Amazing, beyond capable of handling multi charges and difficult cases. I recommend her to everyone. We'll worth the investment
Ms. Crouts is an A+ attorney. I was facing a lot of time and had lost all will to fight and even to live. She went above and beyond for my cases. I have referred her to many people and everyone has given me thanks. She believed in me when I was at my lowest point and guided me to get the help I need...
Posted by Mike | June 29, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Definitely would recommend
I found Suzanne through a referral from a coworker, she helped with my dui case through covid times and many postponements due to the courts being shut down, and was able to do what other lawyers I talked to said was not possible and got my case dismissed! Truly grateful for her help and would defini...
Posted by Samantha | June 28, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Great Lawyer, Very Helpful
I had a case which I thought was a bit difficult, I had no idea I had a case against me so my friend gave me her number. I let Suzanne know everything that happened. She helped set up a court date for me to start the process and showed up every time she needed to. She made me feel confident in her, t...
"I endorse this lawyer. Suzanne is a tireless advocate who knows the courts in Southern California inside and out. What makes her stand out compared to other lawyers is her attention to detail and thorough knowledge of criminal defense. She is not scared to to go to trial and to advocate on behalf of her clients!"
"Suzanne is a fabulous criminal defense attorney that deeply cares about her clients. She'll go the extra mile to make sure that they are protected and given the best defense possible. Highly recommended"
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2021 - 2026
Of Counsel, Senior Attorney, Chudnovsky Law (Professional Licensing and Criminal Defense)
2014 - 2019
Managing Attorney, The Kavinoky Law Firm (Criminal and DUI Defense)
2014 - 2014
Attorney, The Law Offices of Hart J. Levin (Criminal and DUI Defense)
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