When I began my law school career in 2007, I knew that I wanted to help individuals protect their rights against a criminal justice system that presumes guilt rather than innocence. During my first two years of practice, I began to also see individuals facing injustice in the workplace. I expanded my practice to include protecting indiivudals who have faced unlawful discrimination, unfair wage and hour practices, and other all too common workplace violations. I have handled hundreds of criminal and employment matters throughout Southern California.
If you or someone you know is facing criminal charges or employment issues, do not hesitate to call me at (626) 600-1439. I speak directly with each of my clients and provide free consultations.
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Languages spoken
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Law Office of Hazel Espejo
643 S. Second Avenue
Suite D
Covina, CA, 91723
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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CA | Active | 2010 | 06/05/2022 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Top Contributor | AVVO | 2015 |
Rating: EXCELLENT | AVVO | 2015 |
SFST Student Course Completion | Robert F. La Pier | 2013 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Attorney | Law Office of Hazel Espejo | 2013 - Present |
Attorney | Fakhimi & Associates | 2011 - 2012 |
Certified Legal Intern | Sacramento Public Defender's Office | 2009 - 2010 |
Certified Legal Intern | San Diego County Public Defender's Office | 2009 - 2009 |
Certified Legal Intern | Solano County Public Defender's Office | 2008 - 2008 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Los Angeles County Bar Association | Member | 2015 - Present |
Pasadena Bar Association | Member | 2015 - Present |
CACJ | Member | 2014 - Present |
California Public Defenders Association | Member | 2011 - Present |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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UC Davis SOL King Hall | Law | 2010 |
University of California, Berkeley | BA | 2007 |
Univ of California Berkeley | BA | 2007 |
Case name | Outcome |
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DUI with 0.11 Breath tests gets wet reckless | WET RECKLESS (Client was able to avoid the expenses of the IID) |
Misdemeanor in Santa Clarita | Case dismissed! |
Petty Theft - Avoided Criminal charges | No criminal charges filed |
People v. M.L. | Wet reckless with NO DUI class requirement |
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Joshua Bannister, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 24, 2016
Relationship: Other
I endorse this lawyer.
Kyle Morishita, Unknown Attorney on Nov 24, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Hazel is a diligent and intelligent attorney. She is passionate about representing her clients.
George Henderson, Criminal defense Attorney on May 16, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. This attorney's contributions to this forum demonstrate her talent and professionalism.
Judd Nemiro, Unknown Attorney on Apr 27, 2015
Relationship: Other
I endorse this lawyer.
Tony Soliman, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 18, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Ms. Espejo is an excellent attorney who possesses the knowledge, passion, morals & ethics that any client would love to find in their attorney. She is dedicated and very hard working, always proving that her clients are her number one priority. I endorse this lawyer.
Erin Collins, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 21, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Ms. Espejo provides aggressive representation by thinking outside the box. She wins trials and gets cases dismissed. I highly recommend this attorney.
Rob Uriostegui, Unknown Attorney on Oct 8, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Jesse Duran, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 23, 2014
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I've worked with Hazel on several matters and endorse her for any criminal defense case. She is well-versed in the law, and aggressively defends her clients.
Matthew Nezhad, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 23, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
With a great track record of published answers to consumers' questions on Avvo.com and the recommendations from clients and attorneys alike, it is easy to see that attorney Hazel-Lunne Ocampo Espejo is skilled and knows the law well too. If you have a legal question in her area of expertise, she is your answer.
Simon Kabzan, Unknown Attorney on Sep 11, 2014
Relationship: Other
I endorse this individual as a highly respected and knowledgable lawyer in their practice.
Hovanes Margarian, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 24, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Peter Marek, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 21, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Strong local endorsements, good reviews and excellent answer contributions. Highly respected by her colleagues. This cal alumni knows her law and procedure. Call her for a consultation!
John Ambrosio, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 21, 2013
Relationship: Friend
I have known Ms. Espejo since college, throughout law school, and beyond. She and I were classmates in UC Berkeley and UC Davis. We were also colleague interns for the Sacramento County Public Defender. As attorneys, I often seek her advice in matters of criminal law and civil litigation. Ms. Espejo always offers a fresh, unique, and creative perspective on cases and facts that I cannot receive from other peers. I have seen her academic excellence in the classroom, superior understanding of the criminal law, conduct complex legal research in practice, and advocate for clients fervently and without reservation. As a criminal defense attorney, myself, Ms. Espejo would be my first choice for representation--bar none.
Marjan Hajimirzaee, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 23, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I highly endorse Hazel Espejo. She's driven and fights relentlessly for her clients. She is very knowledgeable and experienced in her practice.
Jesse Yang, Employment and labor Attorney on Oct 22, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Hazel is a knowledgeable and hardworking attorney that I have had the pleasure of knowing for the past five years. She truly cares for and works diligently to achieve the best results for her clients. As a fellow attorney, I have consulted Hazel on various employment and litigation issues and she's always been tremendously helpful. I fully endorse Hazel without reservation.
Lisa Mattern, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 20, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Hazel. I had the pleasure of first meeting Hazel a few years ago. Since that time she has impressed me with her concern for her clients and her efforts on their behalf.
Margaret Mendoza, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 8, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I absolutely endorse Hazel. I met Hazel a few years ago when she began her legal career. She works hard for her clients and is sincere in her desire to get the best possible outcome for them. Her diligence, compassion and integrity have earned her respect from others in the legal community.
Levon Kevorkian, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 3, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Hazel is great. She is a very hard worker, intelligent, and incredibly experienced. She also has a great demeanor when dealing with opposing counsel, which trust me goes a long way for any criminal defense attorney. I fully endorse Hazel with the utmost enthusiasm.
Isileli Mataele, General practice Attorney on Mar 8, 2013
Relationship: Supervised lawyer
I endorse this lawyer. Very hard worker and very diligent.
John Hinely, Unknown Attorney on Feb 25, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
If you are looking for an attorney that has passion and cares about those that are facing the California Judicial System, then look no futher!! I have personally witnessed Hazel step in on a Sunday, when most attorneys are away, just to ensure that a person was represented in court on the following day. Hazel is certainly a roll model for us all to live by.