Mark Daniel Melnick

Mark Daniel Melnick

5.0
Rating: 9.0

Licensed for 46 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Van Nuys, CA
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence ... +2 more

14401 Sylmar St, Suite 201, Van Nuys, CA

About Mark

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

DUI and DWI 50%

47 years

50%
Federal Crime 5%

12 years

5%
Juvenile Law 5%

47 years

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 46 years

State: California

Acquired: 1979

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Location

Law Offices of Mark Daniel Melnick

14401 Sylmar St, Suite 201, Van Nuys, CA, 91401

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Mark Daniel Melnick's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

15 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | January 20, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Client Review - very satisfied

Dan handled my felony case with exceptional care and effectiveness. For my case, Dan performed really well at key inflection points, often showing creativity and thoroughness in his arguments. I was left feeling that I had just the right attorney for my situation, and the fact that Dan is highly re...spected by judges as honest and ethical, played into my very successful result. I can't recommend him highly enough.

Posted by Kyle | April 24, 2012 | Criminal Defense

The best Attorney in Los angeles County

Look no further. I must say that Dan, is likely the most experienced and respected attorneys around Southern California.He truly cares about your well being and always goes out of his way to help out. Hes not your runaround type attorney. He takes your case very seriously,and enjoys the challenge eve...n after 30 plus years. Trust me,I have had Dan as my attorney since 1993.I had a rough time early on in life and had felonies that could have ruined my life. He would not let me plea out for felonies insisting we try for misdeameanors. We Never lost. Forever grateful for his decisions. A true sign he cares. Thanks Dan!

Posted by Mr. W | December 09, 2010 | DUI & DWI

THANKS TO DAN I AM A FREE MAN, WITHOUT THERE IS NO DOUBT I WOULD BE IN....NOT OUT!!!

A couple years ago I was involved in a terrible DUI where the arresting officers tried to add additional charges and make felonies stick. I hired Dan and he was able to take 3 charges down to one...with no felony. Looking for work would have not been any easy task with that on my record! After puttin...g ones life back together after such problems is hard enough without the constant reminders coming in your mail box from the DMV and various police and insurance agencies. He even intercepted the mail and took care of those constant reminders as well! EVERYONE says they know of a good lawyer...but Dan is by far the best and in a leauge of his own. Without him on my case I have no doubt I would not be writing on a computer keyboard right now...I would be licking a stamp and writing in pencil. YOU WILL NOT FIND ANYONE BETTER OR MORE RELIABLE!

Posted by anonymous | October 01, 2009 | DUI & DWI

Highly Recommended Attorney

Dan Melnick was a fantastic attorney during my DUI case. He is very professional and yet very personable. He conveyed that he actually cared about me and how I was doing, and often asked how I was doing and handling everything. He allowed me to call him any time day or night with questions and concer...ns and promptly returned my calls. He also allowed me to set up a payment plan that worked best for my financial situation. He provided me with realistic expectations and saved me from a lot of heartache by minimizing all I had to do. He also helped me get enrolled in the required classes when they were going to turn me away! Without him I would have been at loss at what do and would have made some kind of mistake. I highly recommend Dan Melnick- you do need an attorney if you have been charged with a DUI and he will do all that is possible to get you through it with the least pain possible!

Posted by Christina | October 01, 2009 | Criminal Defense

Not just my lawyer but my friend.

When I met Dan I actually needed him for my sister. He was recommended to me by someone I don't even talk to anymore. Eventually I needed him myself, not just once. He has been my attorney on I don't know 2 or 3 cases. I loved him from the start. He was always kind and friendly even though what I had... done was absolutely wrong. He was more like a friend to me and eventually became one as far as if I need him, he's a phone call away. He did me the best or better than any other attorney could have. Why? Because he cared about what happened to me. For that I am forever grateful. After he defended me in my last case I quit committing crimes and doing drugs. I will be 10 years sober in December and I don't think I could have done it without his help. He has help me out of a couple of jams since then, but nothing that ended me up in court. I am forever grateful to him.

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Mark Daniel Melnick's Lawyer Endorsements

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Amir Soleimanian

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Mark Cunningham

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kelly Sheahen

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Melnick is an experienced advocate who has seen it all and knows everybody in town. His wise counsel, perfect legal instincts and friendly, approachable style not only make him an excellent attorney, but also a mentor for younger lawyers."

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Peter Sebastian

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. If you want to to know exactly what to do in any possible criminal prosecution, ask Dan. He's seen it, done it, and knows how to handle it. He's also a very nice, approachable guy who will go out of his way to help. If I were in a jam, I would call Dan."

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Taylor House

DUI and DWI lawyer | Sep 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Diana Aizman

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Daniel Perlman

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 28

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Dan is a caring, experienced lawyer who's seen it all and is always ready to drop what he's doing to come to the aid of someone in trouble. I can't recommend him highly enough for anyone in trouble or seeking answers."

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Leah Naparstek

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Diana Aizman

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Matthew Cohen

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Experience

Rating:  9.0 (Superb)

Honors

1991

Certificate of Appreciation, Municipal Court of Los Angeles

1989

Certificate of Appreciation, Municipal Court of Los Angeles

Work Experience

2006 - Present

Partner, Melnick & Spindel

1999 - 2006

Defense Attorney, Mary Magdalene Project

1989 - 1991

Judge Pro Tem, Los Municipal Court

1983 - 1984

Professor, Northroup University

1983 - 2006

Attorney, Law Offices of Mark Daniel Melnick

1983 - 1984

In House Counsel, Hockey America

Associations

2008 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Officer

1998 - Present

USCG

Commercial Captain

1991 - Present

PADI

Instructor

1990 - Present

United States District Court for the District of Arizona

Member

1987 - Present

United States District Court for the Central District of California

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

People v L.R.

Case Dismissed

People v M.S.

Case Dismissed

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Education

1979

San Fernando Valley College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1975

Univ of California at Los Angeles

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2014

Money Leads Business Group

DUI and Drugs

2010

PBX Business Group Meeting

Criminal Justice Misperceptions

2009

Kennedy High School

Criminal Law and High School

Publications

2013

Various The ABCs Of The California Criminal Justice System

2007

Self Understanding California Drunk Driving Laws

Languages

English

Activity

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