Neil Shouse

Neil Shouse

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 28 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Sherman Oaks, CA
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury ... +6 more

4419 Van Nuys Blvd, Suite 307, Sherman Oaks, CA

About Neil

Biography

Practice Areas

9

Practice Areas

Personal Injury 20%

29 years | 553 cases

20%
Animal and Dog Bites 10%

29 years | 134 cases

10%
Brain Injury 10%

29 years | 34 cases

10%
Car Accident 10%

29 years | 419 cases

10%
Slip and Fall Accident 10%

29 years | 168 cases

10%
Trucking Accident 10%

29 years | 93 cases

10%
Wrongful Death 10%

29 years | 182 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Nevada for 17 years

State: Nevada

Acquired: 2008

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in California for 28 years

State: California

Acquired: 1997

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Shouse Law Group

4419 Van Nuys Blvd, Suite 307, Sherman Oaks, CA, 91403

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333 City Blvd. West, Suite 1750, Orange, CA, 92868

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3200 Guasti Road, Suite 100, Rancho Cucamonga, CA, 91761

Las Vegas Criminal Defense

2970 W Sahara Ave, Las Vegas, NV, 89102

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4590 MacArthur Blvd, 5th Floor, Newport Beach, CA, 92660

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444 West Ocean Blvd., Suite 800, Long Beach, CA, 90802

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Neil Shouse's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

34 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 9 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by anonymous | October 16, 2017 | Personal Injury

Personal Injury

I was recently involved in an automobile accident and was referred by a friend to the Las Vegas Defense Group, wherein I met with attorney Neil Shouse. He was very friendly, attentive and informative as to the process and procedures of pursuing a personal injury claim. He made me feel at ease and a...nswered all of my questions. I feel confident that he will do an excellent job for me and my case.

Posted by Malia | October 15, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Car accident

Recently I was involved in an auto accident and did not know who to call. A friend referred me to Las Vegas Defense Group. I called to schedule an appointment but did not have a ride since my car was inoperable. The office manager said not a problem and sent a Lyft to pick me up and bring me to the o...ffice. I ended up hiring the firm to defend me in my Personal Injury case. The staff is super friendly and very informative of the procedures I would be going thru. I highly recommend Neil Shouse ATTY for anyone who is involved in an auto accident and is seeking representation.

Posted by anonymous | January 19, 2017 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Excellence provided me with the info and details about my case that were needed

He explained to me the specifics of my case and how they could effect me and the best possible way to get them resolved

Posted by anonymous | May 12, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Job Well Done

Hiring Shouse Law Group was one of the best decisions I've made. They pulled all the stops and turns to deliver the best outcome for my case, and they did it in a manner that was impressive every step of the way. Making sure that as their client I was fully aware of what was going on and guiding me ...through the entire process as involved as possible. I'm very happy that I found them and highly recommend them to anyone I know who needs representation in criminal defense.

Posted by Grayson | July 14, 2015 | Criminal Defense

Awesome

My experience with LVDG left me feeling great. From the beginning, I felt like my relatively minor case was treated as if it were a very serious one. While hanging out at my house, I heard a strange knock at my door. The police informed me that I had been a very serious accident and that they kne...w it was me. I told them that I didn’t know what they were talking about. They told me a tow-truck was on its way to impound my car and I only needed to confess to take care of everything quickly. I continued to tell them that I didn’t know what they were talking about. This took about 3 hours and left me very shaken up. About 2 weeks later, I got a notice in the mail from LVMPD that I was the suspect in a hit and run investigation. This frightened me. How could the police accuse me of this? Are my rights being violated? What’s going on? I knew this was the time to consult a lawyer. I researched the Law Firm that I noticed represented police in previous cases, and that had former police officers on its staff. I knew that this sort of rapport with police would expedite my case, as they would be able to relate to the detective(s) investigating me on mutually understandable terms. Upon meeting with the first of three individuals involved on my case, David Kohlmeier, Case Manager immediately made me feel the full implications of my case. He let me know the potential progress and possible punishments of my case, the benefits of retaining the law firm to protect me, and the cost structure for all of it. Nothing was unclear. He made me feel confident that he knew what he was talking about. The next person I met with was In-House Private Investigator - William Simpson who personally investigated on my behalf and spoke to the detective on my behalf to figure out an appropriate time for me to go speak with him, as well as probing for information to give us a clearer understanding of what exactly I was being accused of. After that, I met with my lawyer, and the state completely dropped its case with no tickets or punishments issued whatsoever! Whew! Throughout the experience, all my phone calls were returned with expedience, and everything was explained thoroughly. The diverse backgrounds of the people involved on my case provided a plan that left me feeling like my rights were protected in the way that they should be. I felt like all I had to do was retain them as my legal counsel and let them do the rest. I was supposed to get a huge hit in more ways than one, but LVDG protected me. Thanks LVDG!

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Neil Shouse's Lawyer Endorsements

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Tanner Spracklen

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 18

Relationship: Co-worker

"I enthusiastically endorse this lawyer and am delighted to be working in the Colorado office of his multi-state law firm, also serving Nevada and California."

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David Lee

Lawsuits and disputes lawyer | Nov 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Neil Shouse is one of the top attorneys in the legal profession. I would not hesitate to retain his services for any legal matter."

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Andres Ortiz

Personal injury lawyer | Nov 05

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"One of the best personal injury and accident lawyers around. Uses his wealth of experience as both a former insurance company defense lawyer and a former prosecutor to get great verdicts and settlements for his clients."

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Sagar Raich

Personal injury lawyer | Oct 31

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Neil is a great lawyer with deep experience in various fields of law. Given his legal education and background, Neil is a hard-hitting lawyer that gets the job done. I highly recommend Neil and his law firm."

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Jacob Partiyeli

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 26

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Gregory Brenner

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Leonard Manalo

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I would recommend Mr Shouse to anyone with a criminal matter in Southern California."

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Ninaz Saffari

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 11

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Neil's background as a prosecutor makes him uniquely suited as a criminal defense lawyer. He looks at cases from every angle, including the prosecutor's, and anticipates what's going to be convincing to them and how to respond to their positions."

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David Poblete

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 08

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Although he was a former prosecutor, it's clear that Neil's real passion is for criminal defense and helping the underdog fight the system...something he does very effectively. He understands how the system works and he's very good at navigating his clients through it."

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Haitham Amin

Unknown lawyer | Feb 13

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Hovanes Margarian

Unknown lawyer | Jan 18

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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David Schwarz

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"A great lawyer a true expert in the field of criminal defense I highly recommend his services"

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A. Felsen

DUI and DWI lawyer | Oct 12

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Matthew Ruff

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. As a Torrance Lawyer I see many attorneys, Neil's associates and I work together in many cases."

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Karthik Krishnan

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"One of the best criminal defense lawyers in the industry."

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Randy Wagner

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Shouse has the most comprehensive source for criminal defense on the internet. This is just one more reason to trust all of your criminal defense to Mr. Shouse"

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | May 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Patrick Buchanan

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"IMr. Shouse's excellent synopses of the various areas of the criminal law reveal his extensive knowledge and experience. I often go to his pages for some basic review on a topic now and then. Thank you Neil--from one professional to another. Your hard work and expertise are greatly appreciated. Pat"

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Donald Sowers

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have know Neil since his days as a Deputy District Attorney. He is a well respected Criminal Defense Attorney."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2017

10 Best for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys

2017

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2015

10 Best for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys

2015

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2015

Premier Attorney, American Academy of Trial Attorneys

2015

Top 100 Lawyers, National Advocacy for DUI Defense

2007

Summer DUI Trial Seminar, National College for DUI Defense

2006

Summer DUI Trial Seminar, National College for DUI Defense

2006

Qualification, Field Sobriety Testing, National Highway Transportation Safety Administration

2006

Certification, Alco-Sensor IV Roadside Breathalyzer, Norm Fort, Forensic Consulting

2006

Certification, Borkenstein Course on Alcohol, Drugs,and Traffic Safety

Work Experience

2004 - Present

Partner, Shouse Law Group

1999 - 2004

Trial Prosecutor, Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office

1997 - 1999

Litigation Attorney, Sidley & Austin

Associations

2015 - Present

National Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2004 - Present

The California DUI Lawyers Association

Member

2004 - Present

California Public Defenders Association

Member

2004 - Present

California Attorneys for Criminal Justice

Member

2004 - Present

Los Angeles County Bar Association

Member

2004 - Present

Beverly Hills Bar Association

Member

2004 - Present

San Bernardino County Bar Association

Member

2004 - Present

Western San Bernardino County Bar Association

Member

Education

1997

Harvard University Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1994

University of California - Berkeley

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2014

2010

CNN Headline News

Parents Criminal Liability for Teens' Reckless Driving

2009

Dr Phil Show

DUI Outrage

Publications

2008

Southern California DUI Defense Website 30 Ways to Fight Your DUI...And Win

2008

VideoJug DUI & DMV Law

2004

Prosecutor's Brief Penal Code 211: Constructing Theories of Constructive Possession

1998

The Urban Lawyer The Bifurcation: Housing Segregation in the 21st Century Metropolis

Languages

Spanish

Armenian

Korean

Tagalog

Activity

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