Alaleh Kamran
also known as Law Offices of Alaleh Kamran, Criminal Defense Attorney Alaleh Kamran
About Alaleh
Biography
Alaleh Kamran is a criminal defense attorney, who for the last 30 years, has dedicated her practice to the defense of the constitution, humanitarian causes, and grassroots community efforts to intervene on behalf of the criminally accused. Her criminal practice covers drug related offenses, violent crimes such as murders to white collar crimes, including money laundering & structuring cases, drug trafficking, on the State and Federal level. She has handled federal cases in New York, Texas, North Carolina, Michigan, Nevada and Washington.
She is a frequent lecturer at Colleges and Universities and Non-Profits Organizations on various Criminal Issues including Juvenile Crimes & Loan and Mortgage Fraud, Mental Health Defenses & Women's Empowerment.
She is a past president of Iranian American Lawyers' Association. In 2001, she was awarded the "Woman of the year Award" by the Iranian Jewish Women's organization of Southern California. She is the recipient of a Certificate of Commendation from City of Los Angeles; a Community Award from the Los Angeles Board of Supervisors, a Certificate of Recognition from the City of Beverly Hills, and Certificate of Recognition for Outstanding Service & Support by the Mid Wilshire Domestic Violence prevention collaborative. In 2010, Jewish Unity Foundation honored her with the "Humanitarian of the Year".
She is a member of NACDL, CACJ, CPDA and TPD. She is a board member of CCE: Cross-Cultural Expression, a non-profit dedicated to the mental health of the Immigrant community, the Iranian Noor Film Festival, the Beverly Hills Film Festival, and a steering committee member of the Iranian American Women Foundation.
She has her own monthly radio program dealing with Crimes and Constitutional issues & has been a guest legal analyst on E!, NBC4, Entertainment Tonight, People Magazine, the Guardian, Ed Tyll Show, VICE, Good Morning America, KTLA etc. Her cases have been covered by the LA Times, Los Angeles Daily News, New York Post, Hollywood Reporter etc.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in California for 33 years
State: California
Acquired: 1992
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Location
Alaleh Kamran
16130 Ventura Blvd, Suite 320, Encino, CA, 91436
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Alaleh Kamran's Reviews
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Posted by Mark | January 03, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Great Great Lawyer!
Very professional and caring lawyer! Throughout my whole process she was very responsive, responsible and caring. Every single person in her staff knew how to help me right away and I never felt like my time was wasted! I definitely recommend Alaleh Kamran!
Posted by anonymous | December 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Great Defendant, great office
I have been represented by Alaleh over the past few years and throughout the course of our time working together, I have felt like a priority to her and her team. For starters, the office admin as a whole is organized, friendly, and always remembers who you are and your case. In terms of the legal ...
Posted by Payam | December 22, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
I had my doubts at first but....
I had to go to her for more a complicated matter, other than an ordinary car accident claim. I found her to be knowledgeable and highly capable of the specific line of work she is most qualified for. I can't get into too much detail here, but I would recommend her services to anyone with complicate...
Posted by Happy Client | April 29, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
This lawyer gave me back my future
I want to strongly recommend Alaleh Kamran to anyone in need of legal representation. Not only has it been a pleasure working with her (as good of an experience as going to court can be, anyway), but she also saved me from having a criminal conviction when I made a major, life-altering mistake. Wh...
Posted by Steve Rush | January 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Alaleh Kamran
Alaleh has taken my issues in dealing with the law better than I have ever experienced. I knew after my first conversation with her that she new the law to the degree that I would be supported and protected with her at my defense. I would hire her and recommend her to anyone whom has been in a legal ...
Alaleh Kamran's Lawyer Endorsements
"Alaleh is an excellent lawyer who has represented clients in numerous federal and state cases. I have heard many positive feedbacks from her clients over the years and wholeheartedly recommend her for any criminal defense, insurance matter, and personal injury cases."
"Ms. Kamran is knowledgeable, efficient, reliable and communicates exceedingly well. If you have a criminal matter you need a defense for, look no further. Strong endorsement."
"Mrs. Kamran is an amazing attorney with a fierce passion for defending her clients. I had the privilege of witnessing this first hand when she provided solid representation to a mutual client. The results were naturally effective. Alaleh is hard-working, responsive, and very personable. I endorse her to all clients without any reservations whatsoever."
"Alaleh is a profoundly inspiring criminal defense attorney, a fierce warrior for her clients' rights and our constitutional liberties. Her list of accomplishments in the field is absolutely daunting. If I ever need an attorney for myself and my family, I would undoubtedly turn to her."
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"I endorse this lawyer. She is such a warm and nurturing tough cookie. If you ever have a criminal matter she is definitely the lawyer you want on your side. She doesn't play games and gives you the truth whether you like it or not."
"Excellent Lawyer with a lot of heart. Has represented clients on whose cases I later worked as an immigration attorney. Knows her law."
"I highly endorse and whole heartedly recommend this lawyer. I have known Alaleh for many years and she is a true asset to the defense community. She fights hard for her clients and goes above and beyond to protect their rights. She is a true advocate and a fierce advocate. An amazing trial lawyer who achieves amazing results. She is a role model and her clients are truly blessed."
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"Alaleh Kamran and I have met on several occasions talking about criminal defense and the practice of law in general. Over the years, I have seen how the community in general is fortunate to have such a talented attorney amongst those dedicated to the practice of criminal law. Clients should be proud to have Alaleh on their side."
"Ms. Kamran and I worked on an infamous murder case together last year. I found her to be extremely knowledgeable and dedicated. The prosecutors and judges also have respect for her, which can make all the difference. I highly endorse her!"
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"I highly endorse Alaleh. I have known and worked with Alaleh for many years and consider her an irreplaceable asset to the criminal bar."
"Based on my conversatins with her and those I have llistened to, Ms. Kamran is a very hard working attorney who cares greatly about her clients. DAs should fear her tenacity."
"I endorse this lawyer. Without a doubt Alaleh Kamran is the attorney you need to handle your criminal matter."
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Experience
Honors
2010
Certificate of Recognition, City of Los Angeles
2010
Certificate of Merit, County of Los Angeles
2010
Certificate of Recognition, Los Angeles Sheriffs Department
2010
Humanitarian of the Year Award, Jewish Unity Foundation [JUN]
2005
Certificate of Recognition, City of Beverly Hills
2005
Certificate of Recognition, California State Senate
2005
Certificate of Commendation, City of Los Angeles
2005
Domestic Violence Community Award, County of Los Angeles
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Woman of the Year Award, Iranian American Jewish Women's Organization
Work Experience
1992 - Present
Owner/President, Law Offices of Alaleh Kamran, APC
Associations
2008 - Present
Iranian Noor Film FestivalBoard Member
2007 - Present
The Private Defenders of California, Inc.Board Member
2007 - Present
Beverly Hills Film FestivalLegal Counsel
1997 - Present
Iranian American Jewish FederationBoard Member
1994 - Present
California Public Defenders AssociationMember
1992 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
1992 - Present
California Attorneys for Criminal JusticeMember
1998 - 1999
Iranian American Lawyers AssociationPresident
Sample of Legal Cases
Dismissed
Dismissal of Yun Xing after pre-trial motions were filed.
Voluntary Manslaughter
1538.5 motion to suppress granted. Case dismissed.
case dismissed on the day of trial....
90 days county jail.
$200k restitution, 100 hours of community service, probation, restitution.
Return of all seized monies but for $120k, Ability to stay out on bond while case was pending and practice medicine, ability to write prescriptions for all drugs but for scheduled sbustances, and sentenced to less than 30 months of Federal Custody.
case dismissed.
140 hours of community service!
Dismissal and Factual innocence on Count I, Misdemeanor on count II. No jail, no community service.
Case dismissed for failure to comply with constitutional requirements.
Education
1991
JD - Juris Doctor
1986
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2017
2017
2016
2015
2014
Domestic Violence
2014
Sex Drugs and Alcohol : Questions that teenagers have
2014
2014
2014
2013
State of the Community
2012
2012
Domestic Violence
2012
2011
2011
Crimes and Punishments
2011
Probation, parole, violations, revocations & hearings.
2011
2010
Devastating effect of DUI's
2009
how licensed professionals may have their licenses suspended or revoked.
2009
crimes inadvertantly committed by Teenagers.
2009
Devastating effect of DUI's
2005
stalking, threats, battery, violence, and consequences of DV convictions.
2004
Drugs, Addiction and Alternative Sentencing.
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WHat makes a crime a hate crime...
Publications
2014
2014
2012
2011
2009
1999
Languages
Persian
French
Spanish
Armenian
Farsi
Russian