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Ardalon Fakhimi

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Ardalon Fakhimi
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About Ardalon

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Ardalon Fakhimi is a top-rated DUI Defense & Criminal Defense trial attorney who handles all levels of DUI and criminal cases throughout Southern California.

Mr. Fakhimi has successfully litigated and negotiated several thousand cases ranging from simple misdemeanors to serious and violent felonies.  His experience includes the litigation of California DUI cases and other criminal matters in the California Superior Courts, as well as administrative hearings before the Department of Motor Vehicles. He personally handles all facets of his clients' cases, and does not reassign his cases to other lawyers or staff.

Mr. Fakhimi practices DUI & Criminal Defense throughout Los Angeles County and Orange County, and meets with clients in over a dozen office locations.  He is the founder and owner of California Criminal Defense Center.  His practice is exclusively limited to DUI and criminal defense.  He can be reached at any of the following toll free numbers:

1-800-4-DUI-LAW

1-800-2-WIN-DUI

1-800-DUI-KING

1-800-DUI-WINNER

1-800-DUI-HOTLINE

 

Practice areas

OtherViolent crimeExpungementCriminal defenseDUI and DWI
  1. DUI and DWI: 50%

    One of my highest volume of cases in any single area is in the area of DUI Defense (including trials, case negotiations, motion work, DMV hearings, etc...) I am a member of the leading Professional and Educational Organizations in the areas of DUI Defense and Criminal Defense in the nation. We continuously receive some of the most advanced California DUI Defense training available. We are certified in the use and calibration of the breath-alcohol devices used by law enforcement.

    18 years, 2,200 cases

  2. Criminal defense: 45%

    (Includes DUI and non-DUI cases; includes jury trials, court trials, case negotiations, settlements, motion work, expungements, DMV hearings, etc...)

    18 years, 5,500 cases

  3. Expungement: 1%

  4. Violent crime: 1%

  1. Sex crime: 1%

  2. White collar crime: 1%

  3. Speeding and traffic ticket: 1%

Languages spoken

English, Spanish, Farsi, Persian

Photos and videos

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Contact

15260 Ventura Blvd.
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California Criminal Defense Center / 800-DUI-KING

15260 Ventura Blvd.
Suite 1200
Sherman Oaks, CA, 91403

Office (818) 906-4500
Office (800) 384-5464

Website

http://www.CriminalDefenseCorp.com

California Criminal Defense Center / 800-DUI-KING

10940 Wilshire Blvd
Suite 1600
Los Angeles, CA, 90024

Office (310) 963-2417
Fax (310) 963-2418
Office (800) 438-4529

California Criminal Defense Center / 800-DUI-KING

3655 Torrance Blvd.
3rd Floor
Torrance, CA, 90503

Office (310) 963-2417
Office (800) 384-5464

California Criminal Defense Center / 800-DUI-KING

1600 N. Dove Street
Suite 110
Newport Beach, CA, 92660

Office (949) 375-6308
Fax (949) 375-6309
Office (800) 438-4529

California Criminal Defense Center / 800-DUI-KING

1933 South Broadway St.
Suite 1100
Los Angeles, CA, 90007

Office (213) 342-8700
Office (800) 384-5464

California Criminal Defense Center / 800-DUI-KING

21550 Oxnard Street
3rd Floor
Woodland Hills, CA, 91637

Office (818) 351-2525
Office (800) 438-4529

California Criminal Defense Center / 800-DUI-KING

9171 Wilshire Blvd.
Suite 500
Beverly Hills, CA, 90210

Office (424) 230-3030
Office (800) 384-5464

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License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
CAActive200111/04/2019
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
Legal answers110
Legal guides2
Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Top Rated Attorney - DUI & Criminal Defense 2018Avvo2018
Client's ChoiceAvvo2018
Top Rated Attorney - DUI & Criminal Defense 2017Avvo2017
Top 10 AttorneysAmerican Jurist Institute2017
Top 10% in the USA - Criminal Defense LawyersLawyers of Distinction2017
Client's ChoiceAvvo2017
Top Rated Attorney - DUI & Criminal Defense 2016Avvo2016
Client's ChoiceAvvo2016
Top Attorney - DUI & Criminal Defense 2015Avvo2015
Client's ChoiceAvvo2015
10 Best in 2014American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys2014
Top 100 Trial LawyersThe National Trial Lawyers2014
Top Rated Attorney - DUI & Criminal Defense 2014Avvo2014
Client's ChoiceAvvo2014
Client's ChoiceAvvo2013
Top Lawyers in CaliforniaAmerican Lawyer Media2013
Top Rated Attorney - DUI & Criminal Defense 2013Avvo2013
Client's ChoiceAvvo2012
Top Rated Attorney - DUI & Criminal DefenseAvvo2012
Top Rated Attorney - DUI & Criminal DefenseAvvo2011
Client's ChoiceAvvo2011
DUI Trial SeminarNCDD2008
Legal ForceTop Criminal Lawyer2008
DUI trial SeminarNCDD2007
Pro Bono Honors AwardCalifornia Western College of Law1998
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
Founder, Trial LawyerCalifornia Criminal Defense Center, 1-800-DUI-KING2007 - Present
Legal Committee MemberNational Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws2007 - 2011
Deputy Public DefenderOffice of the Public Defender2002 - 2007
AttorneyWestern Legal Group2001 - 2002
Law ClerkAttorney General's Office1999 - 1999
Legal InternPublic Defender's Office1998 - 1999
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
CMBA - Culver Marina Bar AssociationMember2013 - Present
Desert Bar AssociationMember2012 - Present
OCCDBA - Orange County Criminal Defense Bar AssociationAttorney Member2010 - Present
SBCBA - San Bernardino Bar AssociationAttorney Member2007 - Present
CACJ - California Attorneys for Criminal JusticeMember2007 - Present
BHBA - Beverly Hills Bar AssociationMember2007 - Present
NACDL - National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersAttorney Member2007 - Present
NHBA - Newport Harbor Bar AssociationAtttorney Member2007 - Present
CDLA - California DUI Lawyers AssociationAttorney Member2007 - Present
RCBA - Riverside County Bar AssociationAttorney Member2007 - Present
LACBA - Los Angeles County Bar AssociationAttorney Member2007 - Present
NORML - National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana LawsLegal Committee - Lifetime Attorney Member2007 - Present
NCDD - National College of DUI DefenseAttorney Member2007 - Present
CPDA - California Public Defenders AssociationAttorney Member2002 - Present
OCBA - Orange County Bar AssociationAttorney Member2002 - Present
SDBA - San Diego Bar AssociationAttorney Member2001 - Present
ABA - American Bar AssociationAttorney Member2001 - Present
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
California Counties MagazineLaw Enforcement's Use of Force2009
Javan PublicationsBlood Alcohol Patterns And What They Mean2008
CCDC DUI InfoCalifornia DUI Blood Tests2008
CCDC OnlineCalifornia DUI Breath Tests2008
Criminal Law BulletinFallacies of the No-Drive Defense2008
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
IntoximetersPOST2008
California Western School of LawJD - Juris Doctor1999
American University, Washington College of LawNA1998
Ventura CollegePolice Officer Standardized Training - DUI Device1998
Pennsylvania State UniversityBA - Bachelor of Arts1995
University of NevadaBA - Bachelor of Arts1993
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
National Moot Court CompetitionMoot Court Judge2010
IABA Panel PresentaitionDiscussion of Select Law Practice Areas2010
National Moot Court CompetitionMoot Court Competition Judge2009
IALAUnderstanding the Breathalyzer Device2009
IABA Panel PresentationDiscussion of Select Law Practice Areas2009
IABAWorking as a Private Criminal Defense Lawyer2009
Criminal Convictions for Undocumented ClientsAppropriate Pleas for Undocumented Clients2009
IABALife as a Public Defender2008
Domestic Violence SeminarNavigating Through Domestic Violence Court2007
Chapman LawRising Blood Alcohol Defense2007
Police Officer Courtroom TrainingPolice Officer Cross Examination Training & Techniques2004
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
People v Neam H. (Abbreviations used for client confidentiality)CASE DISMISSED ON ALL CHARGES!
People v Elv T. (Abbreviations used for client confidentiality)DUI charges DISMISSED and Client only received speed contest violation
People v Martha G.(initials used for confidentiality)Case reduced to reckless driving!
People v. AB(Initials used for client confidentiality)CASE DISMISSED - ALL CHARGES!
People v Mo. G. (Initials used for confidentiality)Reduced to reckless driving
People v. A.T. (Initials used for client confidentiality)Case reduced to "dry reckless"
People v. KN (Initials used for client confidentiality)Not Guilty on all counts
In re T.G. (initials used for client confidentiality)No action taken; full reinstatement of license!!!!
People v. W.A.M. (initials used for client confidentiality)CASE DISMISSED after suppression motion was argued
People v. A.Z. (initials used for client confidentiality)DUI reduced to "dry reckelss!!!"
People v J.L. (Initials used for client confidentiality)FOUND NOT GUILTY ON ALL CHARGES!!!
People v. J.L (initials used for client confidentiality)ACQUITTED OF CHARGED AFTER JURY TRIAL!!!

Reviews

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5 stars do not do this man justice. Professional. Authentic. Honest.

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I heard about Ardalon through a personal referral. I was told he is one of the best in his field and that all I need to do is get on a phone call with him to validate his professionalism. At this point I have already spoken and met with two groups of criminal defense attorneys and saw Ardalon as my plan C. I gave him a call, explain to him my situation, and right away he asked me a series of questions that the other attorneys did not. His experience in his profession and criminal defense cases alike shined through right away. I had to meet Ardalon. During our consultation, he provided a lot of insight about my case. He was authentic. Unknown information are the greatest contributor to fear. Ardalon very quickly earned my trust because he was honest. He did not promise items he did not have condifence in and was not afraid to deeply dissect situations and entertain the possible outcomes. He made me less afraid in the toughest moment in my life because he gave me hard facts and not theories. I received more useful information through his FREE consultation than I did with other paid consultations. The decision was clear. I picked Ardalon because he was the best lawyer for me. The best thing I could have done for myself and my case was pick an attorney I could trust— both in character and skill sets. I am able to live my life in full again today because of Ardalon. Throughout the process of court, Ardalon was always by far the most professional looking and sounding Attorny in court. This was true throughout the multitude of court dates. One court date in particular, Ardalon recognized an opportunity to speak to the DA to negotiate a deal even he felt at the time was difficult. He went for it anyways. His ability to sense and seize an opportunity is due to his experience and his confidence in his skill sets. Because Ardalon did not turn away from “difficult” and “uncomrtable” he was able to land an unheard deal for me. Every dollar spent on hiring Ardalon was more than worth it. I cannot be more stratified with his service. He is a honest professional who truly keeps his client’s best interest and outcome in the highest regard. I highly recommend Ardalon Fakhimi. Thank you Ardalon.
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FANTASTIC!!!

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I must first apologize for taken over a year to finally give my review. Ardalon was one of a few lawyers I researched for a pending case. Once I spoke to him I knew immediately he was the right one for me. He was honest, and right to the point but in a way that wasn't cocky or off-putting. He was kind & considerate, which I commend him for. He kept me in the loop at all times and was as responsive as he could be while handing other cases on his roster. After all was said and done, everything was dropped and I skipped out lighter, happier with a good lesson under my belt to curb my temper. As great as Ardalon is, I have made a concerted effort to NEVER have to use his services again!! :-)
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David Pittman, Car accident Attorney on Mar 23, 2016
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I endorse this lawyer. He is a talented and skilled litigator

Luis Toribio, Immigration Attorney on Jan 2, 2016
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I endorse this lawyer.

David Beyersdorf, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 9, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer.

Jonathan Lacour, Employment and labor Attorney on Jun 25, 2015
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One of the absolute best. Exceptional attention to detail, service next to none. I endorse this lawyer.

Peter Marek, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 13, 2014
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14 years of criminal practice is what we refer to as very experienced. Knowledge of both the law and procedure is excellent and apparent by reviewing his pro bono contributions. Client reviews are stellar & tell the real story. READ THEM! Do yourself a favor and schedule a consultation with him.

Michael Waddington, Military law Attorney on May 30, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse Ardalon. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.

Travis Burch, Litigation Attorney on Jan 27, 2014
Relationship: Worked together on matter

Ardalon is a true legal warrior. His dogged pursuit of justice is only exceeded by his knowledge of the law. If I ever had any friends or family on the wrong side of a DUI arrest, I would not hesitate to send them to Ardalon and his team, knowing they would be in the most capable of hands.

Neama Rahmani, Personal injury Attorney on Jun 28, 2013
Relationship: Friend

Ardalon is an outstanding criminal defense attorney, and an expert in defending driving under the influence cases. He has extensive trial experience, offers competitive rates, and provides excellent service to his clients.

Daniel Grupenhagen, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 24, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Fakhimi is an excellent attorney. Whatever your case, call him and he will impress you with his skills and knowledge that he will put to work for you to get you great results!

Pante-a Nilchian, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 14, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Mr. Fakhimi is an experienced and knowledgeable attorney. I have turned to him for guidance on several occasions and his advice has been extremely helpful. He has great familiarity with courts and Judges. In addition, he is an aggressive advocate for his clients. I strongly recommend Mr. Fakhimi.

Sanaz Farkhad, Alimony Attorney on Feb 14, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Mr. Fakhimi is an excellent advocate for his clients. I have and will continue to refer clients to Mr, Fakhimi because he is extremely knowledgeable in his field and is prompt with returning their phone calls and responding to their questions. I am happy to endorse Mr. Fakhimi.

Randall Longwith, DUI and DWI Attorney on Jul 21, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. I have had to pleasure to work along side Mr. Fakhimi. He is a very effective lawyer who gets results. You will not meet a more aggressive advocate or effective lawyer.

Mohammad Kazerouni, Car accident Attorney on Jun 25, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Mr Fakhimi is an experienced, trustworthy, and aggressive criminal defense attorney.

Mani Dabiri, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 31, 2010
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse Ardalon wholeheartedly. He is a sharp, experienced, and dedicated defense attorney who works hard to obtain the best possible outcome for his clients.

Lauren Johnson, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 31, 2010
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I worked with Ardalon Fakhimi prior to both of us entering private practice. Ardalon is an excellent lawyer- he is aggressive, persuasive, and extremely experienced. He obtains excellent results for his clients. I full endorse his work.

Peter Rasla, Estate planning Attorney on Dec 12, 2009
Relationship: Worked together on matter

I endorse this lawyer's work.

Maltaise Cini, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 12, 2009
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer's work. I have known Ardalon Fakhimi since he started practicing criminal law. He is highly knowledgeable, well-respected by the prosecutors and judges in Orange County. Attorney Fakhimi stands behind his clients and fights for their rights.

Staycie Sena, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 16, 2009
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer's work.

Darren Thompson

I endorse this lawyer's work. Mr. Fakhimi is an exceptional attorney, whose work ethic is second to none. He possesses superb speaking skills, which enables him to be quite eloquent and persuasive in his argument on behalf of his clients. The ultimate compliment, however, that a colleague of Mr. Fakhimi, such as my self could give, is that he is a fighter to the end. Mr. Fakhimi is tenacious, yet reasonable and smart. He has a great intuition for his opponents, including the Judge. I am endorsing Mr. Fakhimi, not merely because of something that I've heard from other lawyer's who are also familiar with him, but also because I have seen him in action (e.g., openening statement, cross-examining adverse witnesses, closing argument, legal arguments before the court, negotiations, etc.) If I were in trouble and needed someone to get me out, I would not hesistate in retaining the services of Mr. Fakhimi. He will fight for you.

Mehrnoush Yazdanyar, Federal regulation Attorney on May 1, 2009
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Mr. Fakhimi is a very talented and trustworthy criminal defense attorney with many years of legal experience. I fully endorse this his work and practice.

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