Sanford Howard Perliss

Sanford Howard Perliss

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 41 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at San Gabriel, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Federal Crime ... +3 more

201 S Mission Dr, San Gabriel, CA

About Sanford

Biography

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 30%

Facing criminal charges? Perliss Law provides aggressive, experienced defense for DUI, assault, theft, and more. We protect your rights, fight for your freedom, and guide you through every step of the legal process. Free consultations available.

41 years | 2,000 cases

30%
DUI and DWI 20%

Arrested for DUI? At Perliss Law, we fight to protect your license, your record, and your future. From first-time offenses to complex cases, we handle every detail and stand by you in court. Call now for a free consultation.

31 years | 200 cases

20%
Federal Crime 20%

Charged with a federal crime? Perliss Law defends clients in serious cases like fraud, trafficking, and gun offenses. We understand the high stakes and fight aggressively in federal court to protect your future. Call now for a free consultation.

31 years | 100 cases

20%
Personal Injury 10%

At Perliss Law, we represent individuals who’ve been injured due to someone else’s negligence — whether it’s a car accident, a slip and fall, or another serious incident. We understand the physical, emotional, and financial toll an injury can take.

11 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 41 years

State: California

Acquired: 1984

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Location

Perliss Law Firm

201 S Mission Dr, San Gabriel, CA, 91776

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Sanford Howard Perliss's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

27 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | February 21, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Mr. Perliss and his team did an excellent job

I am a 57-year-old, disabled man. I was charged with two misdemeanors for having a loaded and concealed registered 9mm gun in my car in Los Angeles. The city attorney's recommended sentencing was 120 days in county jail. Mr. Perliss and his staff wrote an excellent mitigation package and was able to ...reduce my sentence to 120 days of home confinement, and will be filing a motion to reduce my home confinement time in half. Mr. Perliss and his staff were professional and available to speak and meet as needed. I recommend hiring him.

Posted by Edgard | September 23, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Experience being Sanford's client

If you need someone who knows the system in LA County and can save you from the Fire's Den,Sanford Perliss is the criminal lawyer you need.  When I moved for the first time to LA County,  I had my first criminal case midsummer 2019 due to DUI allegations against my character. Sanford very methodical...ly took my case by following steps of presenting the real information against the police department accusations.  My BAC was above the limit and had allegations of causing DUI the accident. Nevertheless, Sanford took the real evidence in hand and negotiated with the DA and Judge so that I could regain back my peace. Being free on how the charges for sentence read within a police report is not a joke in the judicial system due that human lives are at stake of being sentenced. I really appreciate the work Sanford has done and not only is he an excellent attorney at law but he can teach you a thing or two if you are new to the LA County region justice departments.  If you have any questions or doubts about his expertise please feel free to reach out. One thing I would suggest, if you are new to the legal system please do not rush things and think/analyze all the steps that can help you for the case by having Sanford's advice instead of trying to get it done so that you can get back to your normal life. I believe there is a reason for not rushing things and patience is a virtue. Lastly if any doubts still exist,  please review his book A Thousand Invisible Cords. Though it is an entertaining book to read and has many leads from when he started as a DA in LA County and changed to a defense lawyer; I can say if you want to know more about the system on how criminal or immigration law works within LA County this book would be beneficial for your case. Thanks, Edgard 

Posted by Leon | September 21, 2020 | Hired Attorney

The Best Defense

Former deputy DA Perliss handled our case with amazing strategic thinking and a warm personal touch in a time of great turmoil and anxiety. Could not recommend more strongly if this thing had a 6-star rating option.

Posted by Leonard | September 21, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Miracle worker

He defended a good friend of mine and got the entire case dismissed. He’s also handled a variety of civil cases for me, ranging from financial disputes to international (Chinese) contracts. He worked miracles! And he’s very kind and responsive, and knowledgeable.

Posted by Melissa | August 28, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Off the scale amazing!

I am super thankful and lucky that I was referred to Mr. Perliss. He did everything in his power to get me the best deal and I always felt secure and comforted in the fact that I had him as my representation. He kept me in the loop every step of the way and would answer any questions I had. This was ...one of the toughest and most stressful situations I was ever in and Mr. Perliss always eased my mind and assured me he was going to do everything he could to better the situation. He is such a hard worker and amazing lawyer, that I am super thankful still that he was in my corner. There are not enough words to explain how appreciative I am of his help.

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Patricia Rodriguez

Immigration lawyer | May 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Acer Chiang

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 18

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. Sanford Perliss is an exceptional attorney and mentor. I have never worked for a lawyer more professional and dedicated than Mr. Perliss. He has the experience and the reputation to be considered as one of the best lawyers in the San Gabriel Valley and the Los Angeles area. To put it simply, he is truly a "Super Lawyer.""

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Oliver Howell

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 18

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Mr. Perliss is a remarkable attorney who is highly respected in the legal community and truly cares about his clients. His experience as a District Attorney and cross-cultural background make him an excellent choice."

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Stephen Kramer

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Sanford is truly one of the finest people I know. If he is in your corner, you can't do better."

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Houman Fakhimi

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Sandy is a lawyer's lawyer. He knows his stuff, is tough and caring. I strongly reccomend Sanford Perliss."

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Thomas Spivack

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Sandy is a lawyer's lawyer. I have known him for many years. He is extremely knowledgeable in many different aspects of criminal law and an expert in his field."

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Evan Freed

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Sanford Perliss for many years. He is skillful, well respected by prosecutors and judges, and a consumate professional. His clients are well served by his knowledge of the law and his courtroom advocacy."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2020

Client's Choice, Avvo

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2012

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2011

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2005 - Present

Owner, Perliss Law Firm

1991 - 1993

Judge Pro Tem, Culver Municipal Court

1988 - 2005

Partner, Law Offices of Perliss and Gross

1985 - 1988

Deputy District Attorney, Los Angeles District Attorney Office

Associations

1988 - 1993

Los Angeles County Criminal Courts Bar Association

Board of Directors

Sample of Legal Cases

SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCE MURDER TRIAL

Jury verdict: NOT GUILTY

PROSTITUTION

Jury verdict: NOT GUILTY

PROSTITUTION

Jury verdict: NOT GUILTY

BATTERY

Jury verdict: NOT GUILTY

PETTY THEFT/SHOPLIFTING

Jury verdict: NOT GUILTY

GRAND THEFT

Jury verdict: NOT GUILTY

DRUNK DRIVING

Jury verdict: NOT GUILTY

CONSPIRACY AND IMMIGRATION FRAUD

Jury verdict: NOT GUILTY

SPOUSAL ABUSE

Jury verdict: NOT GUILTY

SPOUSAL ABUSE

Jury verdict: NOT GUILTY

SHOOTING INTO A VEHICLE AND BRANDISHING A FIREARM

Jury verdict: NOT GUILTY

German Tourist Slaying Case

ROBBERY

Jury verdict: NOT GUILTY

MURDER

Jury Verdict: NOT GUILTY.

KIDNAPPING, ROBBERY, RAPE, SODOMY

Jury verdict: NOT GUILTY

CONSPIRACY AND BANK ROBBERY

Jury verdict: NOT GUILTY

Night Stalker Case

German Tourist Slaying Case

Temple City Mayor Corruption Case

Thai Slave Shop Case (El Monte)

Night Stalker Case

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Education

1984

Southwestern Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1980

James Madison College, School of International Relations, Michigan State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2002

U.S. Department of Commerce, Foreign Commercial Service, Kunming China

Intellectual Property Rights and Violations

2002

Dujiangyan Municipal Government, Economic and Trade Committee, China

International Contracting, Dispute Avoidance and the United Nations Convention on the International Sale of goods

Publications

2012

Sanford H. Perliss, A Professional Law Corporation A Thousand Invisible Cords: An American Lawyer's Unorthodox Journey

Languages

English

Mandarin

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