Ross Howell Sobel

Ross Howell Sobel

4.8
Rating: 9.2

Licensed for 38 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Sherman Oaks, CA
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI

15260 Ventura Blvd., Ste 1200, Sherman Oaks, CA

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 38 years

State: California

Acquired: 1987

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Law Offices of Ross Howell Sobel

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

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Ross Howell Sobel's Reviews

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4.8 /5.0

39 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 2 of 2 reviews | Lawsuits & Disputes

Posted by Jimmy | November 07, 2012 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Jimmy E. and the case at Candy Cat

Mr Sobel was not a only a great lawyer but an understanding human being. He helped me gEt out of a very hard case i wouid of got a very long time in prison . I was given the opportunity to settle out of court. and had to pay some money. this man is the reall deal the best in town u guy`s have to get... him [ THE BEST ]

Posted by anonymous | January 11, 2012 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Straightforward and effective

Mr. Sobel was easy to work with and handled my proceedings very effectively. His knowledge of the law combined with years of experience navigating the court system and the relationships he has developed along the way enabled him to achieve a great deal more success than would otherwise have been poss...ible in my case.

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Ross Howell Sobel's Lawyer Endorsements

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Gary Appleby

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work: trustworthy, conscientious, hardworking and fundamentally dedicated to every Client. Ross Sobel is an excellent criminal defense attorney."

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Thomas Spivack

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Have known Ross for years. He is well liked and respected by the courts, his clients, and peers. He is also very knowledgeable in criminal defense law especially DUI."

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Peter Bronstein

DUI and DWI lawyer | Oct 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kyanoush Ghahreman

DUI and DWI lawyer | Oct 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Ross for many years and seen his work in court. He is absolutely top notch at what he does. His experience, knowledge of the law and familiarity with the judges makes him a tremendous lawyer for his clients. Ross has my strongest recommendation."

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Madeline Galadjian

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jun 28

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Ross Sobel is truly one of the most honest, trustworthy, and reputable DUI attorneys out there. Not only has he always been a pleasure to work with, his years of experience and expertise in the field allow Mr. Sobel to offer top notch representation in even the toughest DUI matters. Mr. Sobel consistently strives for the best outcome for each and every matter he handles, with all his clients' matters resulting with extremely favorable resolutions of their DUI cases. In addition, Mr. Sobel's excellent relationships built throughout the years with the ADA's in each courtroom throughout Los Angeles County and surrounding areas gives an extra advantage to his clients in always obtaining the best possible resolution for each and every case Mr. Sobel handles."

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Berc Agopoglu

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jun 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ross H. Sobell is a man of action and professionalism. He will return your call, he will take care of your case, and handle it with utmost professionalism. Great communicator, knows how to handle the toughest situations with wisdom. Great trial lawyer. I have witnessed him in a trial and he did very well. I have done work for Mr. Sobel. Loyal lawyer until death. If you are on his team and never shake, he will handle your case and take care of you. I recommend him as a criminal defense lawyer especially for DUIs."

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Grace Ayers

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jun 25

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Of all the lawyers with whom I have worked, attorney Ross Sobel is probably my favorite - he is dedicated to his clients' needs and fights tremendously hard on their behalf. Ross Sobel is also the most hard-working attorney I know; if I needed I DUI lawyer, I would go to him, no doubt."

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Madeline Galadjian

Criminal defense lawyer

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Berc Agopoglu

Immigration lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.2 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

Lawyers of Distinction, Lawyers of Distinction

2018

10 Best Attorney, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys

2017

10 Best Attorney, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys

2015

10 Best Under 40, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys

2015

Top 40 Lawyers Under 40, American Society of Legal Advocates

1990

Moot Court Judge, Pepperdine University School of Law

1983

Honorary placement in First Year at Pepperdine Law School, Phi Delta Theta

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Moot, Pepperdine University School Of Law

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Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

Work Experience

1987 - Present

Lead Attorney, The Law Offices of Ross H. Sobel

1997 - 2012

Over 6,000 DUI cases handled, Law Offices of Ross Howell Sobel

Associations

1990 - Present

Beverly Hills Bar Association

Head Lecturer Blue Car Project

1987 - Present

State Bar of California

Licensed Attorney

Sample of Legal Cases

Lead Attorney

Many charges dismissed and/or reduced and many punishments dismissed and/ or reduced.

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Education

1985

Pepperdine University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1982

Indiana University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

1990

Pepperdine University Moot Court

Moot Court Judge

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Blue car Project

General Discussion with several high schools as guest lecturer

Publications

1991

Los Angeles Daily Journal Discovery Games

Languages

English

Spanish

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