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Scott R. Spindel is the tenacious Encino criminal defense attorney at the Law Offices of Scott R. Spindel. Whether you are dealing with a drunk driving case or a serious criminal offense, Attorney Spindel has extensive courtroom and trial experience to protect your rights, your reputation, and your freedom. As early as his law school days at Thomas Jefferson School of Law, he already knew that he wanted to focus his practice on criminal defense in order to help those whose futures and reputations are on the line. Attorney Spindel is committed to providing the most effective defense and representation possible at a reasonable cost. Schedule a free consultation. The firm is ready to help you no matter what time of the day or what your criminal charges are.
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DUI and DWI
80%
27 years
Criminal Defense
20%
27 years
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Licensed in California for 26 years
State: California
Acquired: 1999
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Law Offices of Scott R. Spindel
16255 Ventura Boulevard, Suite 1016, Encino, CA, 91436
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Posted by Kieran | March 30, 2023 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Kieran
Scott Spindel was my lawyer for my DWI case and right from the get go I knew I had come to the right place. Driving is a huge part of my career and having the charge could leave me unemployed. I was terrified my life would be over. The moment I sat down with Scott we reviewed everything and he was up...
Posted by Nicole | October 05, 2022 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Personal Service
Scott was referred to us by a friend when our daughter was arrested for a first offense misdemeanor DUI. We were all completely overwhelmed by the Court and DMV procedures and obligations, and had a lot of questions, concerns and misunderstandings regarding the process. Scott was professional, know...
Posted by anonymous | May 26, 2020 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Excellent Service
After my second DUI in 5 years, I needed a lawyer. I hired Scott because he made me feel confident with my case and I was right in hiring him. He helped me throughout the whole process, allowed me to email him anytime with any questions, and reassured me when I needed it the most. He is a very educat...
Posted by anonymous | March 06, 2019 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
An Angel sent from above!!
Scott literally saved my life!! I was in a very bad situation and thought my life was over. I had a second DUI within the time I was on probation and also was almost finished probation with the nursing board. As a nurse my profession was pretty much over. If anyone who is a nurse would know the BRN ...
Posted by Max | March 08, 2018 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Don’t even think twice, if you have a pending DUI, use Scott - period.
I am a very hard person to please, let alone impress. Scott far exceeded in both of those categories. I knew he was the guy I wanted in my corner pretty much from our first conversation. Especially after talking to other gimmicky DUI attorneys and firms that just seemed to have that “factory” feel...
Scott Ronald Spindel's Lawyer Endorsements
"Scott is a fantastic lawyer. I along with many other DUI lawyers respect him tremendously. He is one heck of a fighter. Aggressive as they come. He knows DUI law, and he knows his courts and judges too. Scott helped me out on a case in a court which I am not familiar with, but local to him. It was a probation violation where my client hadn't done his alcohol program or paid a huge fine. Scott got all the requirements dismissed and the probation terminated. No joke! So instead of having to do all this stuff plus a violation and potential jail, the client didn't have to do anything AND no more probation. Amazing. There's no substitute for toughness, knowledge and experience, and Scott has it all. Thank you, Scott!"
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Scott is a top notch attorney, one of the best in the country. He works hard and gets amazing results. I highly recommend his services."
"I have been referring criminal cases to Scott Spindel for over 10 years. I have been very happy with the results. Scott is on the top of my list for referral for criminal cases and especially a DUI matter. I practice immigration and nationality law where a simple conviction, like a DUI, can make a foreigner ineligible for immigration benefits. Sometimes the immigration consequences (deportation) are far worse for the individual and their family than the maximum criminal court sentence and penalty. If I can refer the foreigner to Scott there is a chance to keep the foreigner eligible or at least plead to a criminal charge that has less immigration consequence. I have also been contacted by Scott when he has a client that is not a United States citizen as Scott is concern about the immigration consequences. I am impressed with how diligent Scott is in fighting for the best outcome. I trust him to take care of my clients and he does."
"Scott Spindel is zealous in his representation of clients involving DUI/DWI and other criminal matters. I have known Scott professionally and personally for several years now. I know him to be a criminal defense lawyer who truly cares about his client's situation and the outcome of their case. Scott's years of trial experience, continuing education, and other qualifications make him an excellent choice to represent clients in those cases involving DUI/DWI and other criminal matters. As a fellow lawyer, I occasionally get asked for names and recommendations for a criminal defense lawyer. Scott is on my short list of criminal defense lawyers I am willing to recommend. He is passionate about his work, and is not afraid to take a case to trial where it would seem impossible to win or the challenge too great. Scott is always prepared to fight the fight in order to seek justice for his client. For those reasons, I endorse Scott Spindel."
"I have known Scott for several years through the national college of DUI Defense and the California DUI Lawyers Association. It is through these organizations that we DUI attorneys raise the educational bar to stay on the cutting edge of DUI defense. Scott is one of those people who genuinely cares about his clients and stays up to date with the latest information and techniques to better represent them. If you have a DUI in the Los Angeles area, you should be consulting with Scott. I highly endorse this lawyer."
"Scott is one of those lawyers that quietly sets the bar for attorneys in the field of DUI defense. He is relentless in his pursuit of the best possible outcome for his clients and is not afraid to make the state work for every single step in the prosecution of his clients. He is well educated, has tremendous experience, and knows exactly what the law does and does not allow the government to do to his clients. I recommend Scott without any reservation at all."
"Scott is one of the premier drunk driving defense lawyers in the country. He is one of a select group who participate in the National College for Dui Defense. He gets my highest recommendation."
"Scott has a stellar reputation as a top notch DUI lawyer. He has shared his expertise, teaching for the National College of DUI Defense, with lawyers across the country. He is recognized as an expert in his field and if you are looking for an attorney to truly fight for you, you cannot go wrong with Attorney Spindel."
"I have known Scott for over 10 years. He approaches DUI cases the way I do: if you simply want someone to HOLD YOUR HAND and help you plead guilty without fighting, GO SOMEPLACE ELSE. The consequences of a DUI conviction are far too devastating to accept, and finding a litigator willing to "tee it up" is WORTH THE FIGHT. Not everyone can (or will) afford Scott's fees, and that is a complaint I often hear about my practice in Georgia. Guess what? We cannot represent EVERYBODY --- only those with the courage to assert their right to trial by jury."
"I know Scott through the National College for DUI Defense. In a sea of lawyers who "dabble" in DUI defense, Scott is a rare commodity. He focuses on DUI defense and takes all the highest training available. If you are looking for a DUI defense lawyer in his area you can't go wrong with Scott."
"I know Scott Spindel through the National College for DUI Defense. Scott has been a presenter at the annual Mastering Scientific Evidence conference. Scott is a very good lawyer who specializes in DUI/DWI defense. I would send my family and friends to him. I endorse Scott without reservation."
"I have know Mr. Spindel for many years as one of the top DUI attorneys in LA. Mr. Spindel is top notch on every level and knows every aspect of the standardized field sobriety tests as well as breath and blood testing for alcohol. If a family member or close friend were arrested for DUI, I would definitely recommend Mr. Spindel."
"Scott will uncover a successful defense for you. Do you need to keep your license? Scott will find a way. His experience in the courtroom and his ability to research persuasive law to win his client's case makes him a standout in the field of defense attorneys handling DUIs. Hire this man."
"“I have known Scott for many years as a well-trained Criminal & DUI Defense lawyer willing to fight the Prosecution on behalf of his clients. I am a DUI specialist and .I refer all my cases in SoCal to him and would recommend me to anyone in need of help. I know his training and qualifications far exceed most lawyers in his area His results as judged by his clients and my past referrals have always been exceptional, even in difficult cases. Most importantly, he provides personal attention to his clients and handles their cases personally, which can't be said for most Criminal & DUI Defense lawyers.. He should be your first and only call if you have a DUI problem in Southern California Finally he is a really nice guy. I am glad he considers me a friend. Every referral I have made to him was ecstatic about the results he was able to obtain."
"If you've got a DUI charge, or any other alleged criminal offense for that matter, go see Scott. He is one of only a limited of number of attorneys in the country trained on the breath device. When I visited his office (NOT as a client), and saw the device on his desk, and heard him talk about it, I was convinced he's "the guy". He is a tough litigator and gets his clients the best results I have seen."
"I wanted to take time out of my busy day to endorse my friend and colleague, Scott Spindel. Scott and I met through the National College of DUI Defense and he is one impressive DUI attorney. Scott has a great grasp of innovative approaches to fighting for his clients and winning in court. Scott takes care of his clients like he takes care of his family. You can rest assured that Scott Spindel will hammer out any issues standing between you and a Not Guilty. I am proud and honored to endorse Scott as the "go to guy" when it comes to DUI representation. I am the DWI Dude in Austin and San Antonio Texas - jamie balagia"
"I endorse this lawyer. He is a very tenacious advocaqte for his clients, thorough and respectful. Expertise in DUI as well as all criminal matters."
"I have known Scott Spindel for many years through the National College for DUI Defense. I enjoyed hearing his presentation at the Mastering Scientific Evidence in DUI Cases seminar in New Orleans this spring. Scott is a fearless and talented trial lawyer."
"Mr. Spindel has shown as a member of the National College for DUI Defense that he is committed to providing cutting edge DUI defense. The National DUI College members represent the most experienced DUI defense attorneys in the country. If you are charged with a DUI, a general practice lawyer is not the answer. Good DUI defense is hard work and few offenses in our court system call for greater attorney expertise than cases involving driving under the influence of drugs and alcohol. DUI cases are especially complex because they require defense counsel to understand BOTH scientific and legal issues. As a fellow member of the College, if you are looking for exceptional representation, I would not hesitate to recommend Scott Spindel"
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Experience
Work Experience
2000 - Present
Criminal & DUI Defense Lawyer, Law Offices of Scott R. Spindel
Associations
2000 - Present
National College of DUI DefenseMember
2000 - Present
California Attorneys for Criminal JusticeMember
2000 - Present
California Public Defenders AssociationMember
1999 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaLawyer
DUI Defense Lawyers Association
Member
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Member
California DUI Lawyers Association
Member
American Bar Association
Member
Los Angeles County Bar Association
Member
San Fernando Valley Bar Association
Member
Beverly Hills Bar Association
Member
Education
1995
Thomas Jefferson School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1993
University of California at Davis
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2011
Mastering Scientific Evidence
Preliminary Alcohol Screening Devices
Languages
English