Anita P Patel

Anita Patel is one of the best things that ever happened to me. I never thought I would need the services of a criminal defense attorney. I’m a professional person who had never been in trouble with the law. But extreme financial duress led me to make a huge mistake – a mistake that left me cha...rged with petty theft. I was mortified by my actions, and there was nothing I wanted more than a second chance. That's why I knew I had to acquire the best criminal defense attorney I could find. So, I contacted Gregory Caplan and Anita Patel. They stressed to me that early intervention was essential to making my defense, and within minutes of securing their services, Anita took the reins and went to work on my case. Due to the amount of the theft and the jurisdiction, I was not eligible for a first time offender diversion program. This made the potential consequences of my actions even more terrifying, as I knew a petty theft conviction on my record would have a devastating effect on my future. On my arraignment date, Anita was absolutely amazing. I watched as she engaged the prosecutor with her smart, savvy, and gracious style. Additionally, Anita presented the prosecutor with a packet of information she had prepared that included a letter she had written (based on a bio she had requested I compose) that humanized me and explained the circumstances that led me to make such a terrible mistake. It also contained character references Anita had suggested that I collect from people who knew me well. Because of Anita’s foresight, skilful expertise, and courteous tenacity, the prosecutor reduced my charge to an infraction for disturbing the peace after I completed 15 days of community labor. This was nothing short of a miracle – and a better outcome than I could have ever even imagined. There are no words to express how grateful I am for Anita Patel. This is an attorney who is not only remarkable, she truly cares about her clients. Thanks to her, I’m getting that second chance I longed for. I could not recommend an attorney more highly.

Anita represented my daughter on a fake id charge that came about when my daughter attended a concert while visiting friends in LA. We were so concerned about how to handle this when we live on the east coast, but Anita did an excellent job of representing my daughter and resolving the case. She is ...not only experienced and professional, but thorough, careful, and has great follow through.

During November 2013 I met with and retained Attorneys Anita Patel and Gregory Caplan concerning a Misdemeanor Notice to Appear I had received for carrying a weapon into an airport. Attorney Patel fully explained my situation and said I may be a candidate for an LA City Attorney Office Hearing. I p...rovided requested information and a letter was prepared and faxed to the LA City Attorney who immediately called Attorney Patel and said a Office Hearing was granted. My hearing was at the airport courthouse. I meet with Attorney Patel to further discuss the hearing and we then we went into the office. The Hearing Officer asked to speak privately with Attorney Patel. She the came back out with the Hearing Officer who said Attorney Patel was a great attorney and one of the attorneys he enjoyed working with. We stepped outside the office and Attorney Patel told me that the Hearing Officer was going to close my case with no further action required. I am so grateful to Anita for her thoughtful preparation of my case and excellent reputation with the LA City Attorney's office. She was very knowledgeable and immediately answered all my questions. I felt well prepared for the Hearing Officer meeting. During the six week process she always kept me informed. I strongly recommend Attorney Patel.

I couldn't recommend Anita any more highly! She did an amazing job and she is an absolute gem - she is a sincerely good person who is fantastically good at what she does. Anita handled my case earlier this month and I couldn't be happier with the results. She was thorough and professional, and bes...t of all extremely easy to get in contact with. After speaking with the prosecutor she was able to arrange an alternative program with easy, minimal requirements and an extended period of time with which to take care of them. Upon completion my case was DISMISSED entirely! I'd recommend Anita in a heartbeat to anyone looking for an attorney who will be there when you need them, walk you through the process, and then get you the best results possible.

I wholly recommend Anita Patel as a criminal defense attorney. She is highly knowledgable of the criminal legal system and being a former D.A. has a good rapport with the D.A. and City Attorneys. She had very little time to prepare for my case, but she did a great job gathering information from my ...interview and she clearly advised me of what would happen in the court process. I am so glad I called her and Greg Caplan because they both took the time to listen to me and understand the stress that currently impacts my life. A lapse in judgment caused me to do something that could impact my future, but Anita was able to get the City Attorney to reduce the charge and I received no formal probation. If you need an attorney who cares, I definitely recommend Anita Patel.