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Michael A Simmrin
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Biography
I am a criminal defense attorney with approximately 18 years of experience defending people falsely accused of crimes. I take my job extremely seriously. I am acutely aware that people's lives are on the line and they deserve every opportunity to get back on track. I can handle any kind of case in any court in California or any Federal court in the US. Please do not hesitate to contact me for any reason.
Practice Areas
7
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
30%
21 years | 5,500 cases
DUI and DWI
30%
21 years | 2,500 cases
Sex Crime
10%
21 years | 250 cases
Violent Crime
10%
1,500 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 850-1000 per hour
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in California for 20 years
State: California
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
Location
The Simmrin Law Group
3500 W. Olive Ave, #314, Burbank, CA, 91505
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Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Appeals
Posted by Tiffany | May 07, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Appeals
Appeal Honored
Mr. Michael Simmrin listened to my concerns about my DUI case that had already been disposed or closed. I needed help requesting an appeal, which is very difficult to get approved by a judge. Mr. Simmrin accepted my case and started working immediately on my appeal. My court date was scheduled within...
Michael Simmrin
Replied last May 07, 2019Thank you Tiffany. I really appreciate the feedback. So glad we were able to be of service.
Michael A Simmrin's Lawyer Endorsements
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"I endorse this lawyer. Michael is an AMAZING lawyer!!! He fights for his clients like no other. I would be secure in referring him to anyone in need of help. You can not go wrong with Michael Simmrin."
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Sherry Cross
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Experience
Honors
2021
Outstanding Advocate 2021, National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
2015
Outstanding Oral Advocate, Miami-Dade Justice Association
2013
Recipient, National Registry of Exonerations
Work Experience
2011 - Present
Owner/Managing Trial Attorney, Simmrin Law Group
2005 - 2008
Attorney, Los Angeles County Public Defender's Office
2004 - 2005
Law Clerk, Miami Public Defender's Office
Associations
2020 - Present
Los Angeles County Bar AssociationBoard Member, Officer
2017 - Present
United States Supreme Court BarAttorney Member
2010 - Present
National College of DUI DefenseMember
2010 - Present
Los Angeles County Bar AssociationBoard Member
2007 - Present
Criminal Courts Bar AssociationMember
2005 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
2011 - 2012
California Attorneys for Criminal JusticeBoard Member
Sample of Legal Cases
People v. Nooner
Not Guilty
People v. Thomas
Not Guilty
Education
N/A
Univ of Miami SOL
law
Speaking Engagements
2020
Capital Case Seminar 2020
Use of DNA in Criminal Cases
2013
Orange County Bar Association CLE
Technology in the Courtroom
2009
San Fernando Valley Bar Association
Vehicular Manslaughter: a primer
Publications
2020
LACBA Magazine
DNA in the Courtroom- Nuts and Bolts
2012
California Defense Magazine
DUI Defense: How to Avoid a DUI Charge
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
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Legal Answers
Q&A
Are the terms of probation limited to only those included in the written probation order?
23 May 2022
Q&A
Will i get jail time for a first offense embezzlement under 950$ of gift cards?
28 Aug 2019
Q&A
If someone told me to kill myself and I tried but failed,is that considered attempted murder for the person who told me?
19 Mar 2019