Angela M Berry

Angela M Berry

also known as Angela Berry, Angela Berry-Jacoby

4.8
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 34 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Encino, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, White Collar Crime, DUI & DWI, Appeals

16133 Ventura Blvd., Suite 700, Encino, CA

About Angela

Biography

Practice Areas

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Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

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Payment Methods

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 34 years

State: California

Acquired: 1991

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Hawaii for 9 years

State: Hawaii

Acquired: 2016

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Angela Berry-Jacoby, A Professional Law Corporation

16133 Ventura Blvd., Suite 700, Encino, CA, 91436

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Angela M Berry's Reviews

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4.8 /5.0

20 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by Tom | August 27, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

White Collar Crime

Angela is a great attorney with tremendous insight, compassion and knowledge, she has great respect in the courtroom and her approach is always honest and concise. While there this no way to determine the outcome of a case, Angela delivered on one key desire, "no jail time"I highly recommend Angela a...s attorney.

Posted by anonymous | August 09, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Never hire this lawyer

I hired Me. Berry for my sister's criminal case first she didn't know where my sister's court was going to take place, second my sister got arrested because Ms. Berry send the file to the wrong court, second we had a court day a month after my sister got arrested and Ms. Berry this told us that she h...ad another court in some other place until I saw she was going to live that day when my sister had her court and she told me that one of her collegiate was going to stay in her behalf that was like around 9:00 am and she collegiate left at 11:00am without saying anything so my sister and they just told us the next court is in one month from today's day I say why and she didn't even took sometime to explain this lady did my sister's case so long and complicated that we end hiring another lawyer and we end up firing her the we paid her 5,500 and she didn't do anything the only thing she did was robbing me and my family our money we ask for our money back and she told us that the only balance we had was 900 dollars wow yes 900 but the only thing I can say is god bless you Ms. Berry maybe you need that money more than me and my family and thank for try to make us may another 5,000 dollar for the doctors appointment. I don't recommend this lawyer to anyone she will charge you almost 400 per hour and she is going to tell you am going to give you a discount am going to charge you 250 plz be aware of this lady

Angela Berry

Replied last August 09, 2017

First let me say that I am sorry (and honestly surprised) that you were unhappy with my representation of your sister. I take great pride in serving my clients. In fact, this is the first complaint I’ve received in my 25-year-career. Perhaps I can provide some clarity (given that you were not present for all the meetings I had with your sister, and you are not familiar the facts). Your sister was arrested as the result of her confession to the police- and in court, prior to me having met her. When your sister had her first court appearance, I had not yet been retained. When the case was presented to the court, the D.A’s office had charged your sister with several violent felonies, all allegedly occurring on separate days. The charges included criminal threats, assault with a deadly weapon, vandalism, breaking and entering the residence of another for the purpose of assault, residential burglary, domestic violence and violating a restraining order. The charges related to two separate alleged victims. You may not be aware, but I invested many hours in the defense of your sister/my client. I very much appreciate how grateful you and your family were when I negotiated the immediate release of you when you were arrested for a drive-by shooting/murder. As you know, no charges were ever filed against you due to my involvement. Again, I’m very sorry that you were not completely satisfied in this case and wish you and your family the very best going forward.

Posted by Marc | April 02, 2012 | Criminal Defense

The Best Experience I have had with a Lawyer under desperate circumstances!

I met Angela under "less than ideal circumstances". She was recommended by my first Attorney on this matter that was unable to fulfill his commitment due to health reasons. Angela was a "beam of light" at a very "dark" moment in my life. I have hired many Attorney's and have had dealings on Corpor...ate, Civil, Estate, Contracts, Real Estate and many General Contract / Agreement issues. Angela exemplified everything that you want a Lawyer to be....Confidant, Sympathetic, Understanding and Not Judgmental in any way. My issue was complicated and she stuck with me from the very beginning and was and is fearless in her defense. Total realist yet used her years of experience to defend me to get the best possible outcome. Always told me what was happening and set expectations that I could live with. Throughout the process Angela was able to target the issue and propose solutions, kept me safe and negotiated on my behalf. I never had a Criminal allegation against me and as a first timer was scared and suddenly in an environment that was un-like anything I could have imagined. She got me home and I am having a normal life. Angela negotiated a "deal" that I could live with. Angela knows her way around the Court System and The Process. She has a great reputation with the District Attorney and all of the Judges that she comes in contact with. Angela maintains a level of Professionalism that commands respect from everyone that she encounters. I can not say enough but after my experience if you need someone to defend you in a Criminal Matter; do yourself a favor and engage her....you will not be disappointed. My case was focused on issues pertaining to money, finance, accounting and some complicated financial issues which Angela has the aptitude to understand (not many Lawyers do) so if your case involves complex "money issues" feel comfortable that she knows what's going on. I can not say enough how wonderful she is and she made what was a very bad thing into a "acceptable event" in my life.

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Angela M Berry's Lawyer Endorsements

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George Munoz

Divorce and separation lawyer | Aug 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Angela is a first class defense lawyer. Her knowledge of the law is unparalled, and her smooth demeanor masks her tenacity and grit. Highly effective. -Anthony Munoz, Esq."

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Mark Clay

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse Mrs. Berry-Jacoby. Truly exceptional and caring attorney who achieves great results in representing clients! I want all people to contact her for help."

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Alexandra Kazarian

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Whether the case is pre-filing, or already at the appeal stage, any client that is fortunate enough to be represented by Angela can rest assured that she will fight passionately, and effectively for their rights. She is knowledgable, experienced, and extremely well respected--all vital traits of a great attorney."

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Gregory Brenner

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Aaron McAllister

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 20

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Unknown lawyer | Jun 18

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Alexander Ivakhnenko

Criminal defense lawyer | May 24

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"I endorse Counsel Angela Berry-Jacoby for her remarkable legal ability to make a difference in people' lives representing her clients with verve, dedication and competence."

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Ian Wallach

Criminal defense lawyer | May 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Angela M Berry-Jacoby is a top criminal defense attorney in Los Angeles, and her clients can rest assured knowing that they have as much protection as money can buy. She is easy to talk to, compassionate, and incredibly knowledgable."

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Michael Shafer

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 24

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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John Murray

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've known Angela for about 7 years. She is hard-working and very knowledgeble in criminal law and appeals. I often go to her for advice on cases. If I had a family member or someone close to me, I would trust their life in Angela's hands."

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Jeffrey Compton

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Angela is a first class defense lawyer. Her knowledge of the law is unparalled, and her smooth demeanor masks her tenacity and grit. Highly effective."

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Hanif Hirji

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Angela has years of experience in Criminal Defense and is an amazing advocate of her clients. I have referred matters to her as well worked on some matters with her. It never ceases to amaze me that she knows everyone at the courts from the law enforcement officers to the prosecutors and the judges. She obtained great results for her clients including "not guilty" verdicts on matters that did go to trial."

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Victor Salerno

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I fully endorse this diligent, hard-working, and effective criminal defense attorney!"

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Rahel Kent

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 24

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Angela is competent to handle any criminal matter. She is well respected by judges and prosecutors alike and is a pleasure to work with."

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Gregory Brenner

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2015

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers

2005

Certification in Field Sobriety Tests-DUI defense training, National Highway Safety Traffic Admin

N/A

Attorney of the Year, Constitutional RIghts Foundation

Work Experience

1998 - Present

attorney in charge, Angela Berry-Jacoby, A Professional Law Corp

1994 - 1998

deputy public defender, Los Angeles County Public Defenders Office

1991 - 1994

lawyer, Law Office of Howard Beckler

1990 - 1991

law clerk, California Attorney General's Office

Associations

2014 - Present

San Fernando Valley Bar Association

Attorney Referral Service Board Member

2014 - Present

San Fernando Valley Bar Association

Attorney Referral Service Board Member

2013 - Present

Indigent Criminal Defense Association

Executive Board Member

2008 - Present

San Fernando Valley Bar Association, Criminal Law Section

Former and Current Chairperson

2005 - Present

Los Angeles County Bar Association

2004 - Present

Indigent Criminal Defense Association

Member

2004 - Present

Worthwhile Referral Services

California Public Defenders Association

Sample of Legal Cases

credit card fraud

DISMISSED!

Residential Burglary with gang enhancement

Case dismissed

DUI and hit and run

Not Guilty Verdict by Jury on DUI; court dismissal on Hit and Run when jury deadlocked 10-2 for Not Guilty:

Battery on Police officers

Not Guilty Verdict by Jury

Criminal Threats; witness intimidation and gang enhancment

Court dismissal after jury deadlocked 10-2 for not guilty

2nd Time DUI

Case dismissed

Criminal Threats; witness intimidation and gang enhancement

Not Guilty Verdict by Jury

THESE CASES ARE NO GUARANTEE REGARDING THE OUTCOME OF YOUR CASE. EACH CASE IS FACT-SPECIFIC.

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Education

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Loyola Law School

law

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Univ of California at Los Angeles

undergraduate

Speaking Engagements

2015

Defending Sex Cases

Defending Sex Cases

2011

Annual Celebration of the US Constitution

US Constitution

2010

Annual Celebration of the US Constitution

Latest Fourth and Fifth Amendment Issues

N/A

WRS - monthly meeting

Beating the Red Light Photo Traffic Ticket

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In-house Legal Education Hour

You are their only call-what's your advice?

Publications

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WRS Dealing with a DUI

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Website Tips for Car Dealers

Languages

Spanish

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