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Antonio Villegas
also known as AVJustice Law Firm
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About Antonio
Biography
"Extraordinary people, extraordinary representation, extraordinary results."
AVJustice Law Firm are top rated trial lawyers helping folks with employment, personal injury, and criminal law cases.
Employment Law Cases
- Wage and Hour Violations
- Minimum Wage Laws
- Overtime Laws
- Meal and Rest Period Violations
- Paystub Violations
- Wrongful Termination
- Retaliation
- Sexual Harassment
- Discrimination
- Pregnancy Discrimination
- Age Discrimination
Personal Injury Cases
- Teacher Sex Abuse
- Truck Accidents
- Motorcycle Accidents
- Train Accidents
- Bus Accidents
- Vehicle Accidents
- Dog Bites
- Slip and Fall
- Defective Product Injuries
- Consumer Protection
Criminal Defense
- Murder
- Rape
- Assault
- Mayhem
- Domestic Violence
- Robbery
- Burglary
- Drug Trafficking
- Driving Under Influence
- Watson Murder (DUI causing death)
- Felony DUI
- Evading Arrest
- Kidnapping
- Criminal Threats
- Fraud
- Embezzlement
- White Collar Crimes
- Political Corruption
- Gang Cases
- All Felony Strikes
- Life In Prison Cases
Mr. Villegas has one of the best jury trial records in criminal law trials. In a Client review on Avvo Mr. Villegas has been referred to as the "Mexican Johnnie Cochran."
INDIVIDUALIZED ATTENTION TO MEET YOUR INDIVIDUAL NEEDS
We understand each client has unique concerns, goals and needs in connection with resolving their criminal case. Mr. Villegas will develop and implement an individual case plan tailored to your specific needs and goals. Unlike other lawyers, Mr. Villegas listens, respects and values the opinion of each client.
A PROVEN TRIAL LAWYER ON YOUR SIDE
Certain cases cannot be resolved through negotiation and must proceed to jury trial to obtain the desired results for our clients. Lawyers are not created equal and most lawyers are not trial lawyers. However, Mr. Villegas is a proven trial lawyer who has consistently demonstrated an extraordinary ability to connect and persuade jurors, resulting in an overwhelmingly high percentage of favorable verdicts for our clients. In 2015, The National Trial Lawyers recognized Mr. Villegas as one of the top 100 criminal defense trial lawyers in California.
2021 AVVO CLIENT'S CHOICE AWARD ATTORNEY WITH EXPERIENCE THAT MATTERS. INDIVIDUALIZED ATTENTION TO MEET YOUR INDIVIDUAL NEEDS. HABLO ESPANOL.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
12 years
18 years
18 years | 12,000 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in California for 20 years
State: California
Acquired: 2006
No misconduct found
Location
Gallery
Antonio Villegas's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
122 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 51 reviews | Criminal Defense
Posted by Luis | November 26, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Top Tier Criminal Defense Attorney!! Charges Dismissed!!
I can’t say enough about Attorney Antonio Villegas. He represented a relative of mine who was facing a very serious criminal charge that could have ended their career. From the beginning, Mr. Villegas was relentless. His preparation, persistence, and dedication made all the difference. Because of ...
Posted by anonymous | August 01, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
DUI
I had a prior DUI back 2019 dropped to reckless 2024 I refused to take breath took me in for blood, my BAC was at .13 And my lawyer pushed to trial, he was able to get me another reckless
Posted by anonymous | July 02, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
DUI CASE KING
My car flipped over 3 times and knocked doe 3 light poles and was captured on a surveillance video. The Prosecutor wanted to throw me in jail because of the seriousness of the accident and my extreme level of intoxication. AV was clearly in control of that courtroom and got me basic first time DUI. ...
Posted by Adrian anaya | March 18, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Excelente abogado, lo recomiendo!
Muy buen abogado, me ayudó mucho en mi caso de DUI, tenía cargos adicionales y me los quito, llegamos a una buen acuerdo con el juez, muy buena comunicación, lo recomendaría sin duda a cualquier persona.
Posted by Dominique | September 05, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Criminal defense
Antonio went above and beyond to help me out during my case. With his guidance and expertise I was able to get my issues in court resolved. We got the justice we were looking for and I’m a free man because of his work. Can’t thank him enough.
Antonio Villegas's Lawyer Endorsements
"I had the pleasure of working alongside Antonio Villegas, and I can confidently say that he is one of the most extraordinary trial attorneys I’ve encountered. His courtroom presence is commanding, his preparation is meticulous, and his advocacy is both strategic and fearless. Simply put, he has the legal strategies to win. What truly sets Antonio apart, though, is the compassion he brings to his work. Behind the sharp legal mind is someone who genuinely cares about his clients and colleagues alike. That combination of skill and heart makes him an outstanding lawyer. I wholeheartedly endorse Antonio."
"I’ve known Antonio “Toni” for over 3 years as a colleague and as a friend. As a criminal defense attorney, Toni has been successful in vigorously representing his clients with whom he establishes a one-on-one professional relationship to get the best results. I endorse this lawyer."
"Antonio and I had worked together as Deputy Public Defender's in Los Angeles County for 7 years. He possesses the perfect blend of confidence and the iron will that it takes to be powerhouse trial lawyer. He comes highly recommended!"
"Antonio Villegas is well respected by fellow members of the SoCal defense bar. He is helpful with assisting his colleagues, and passionate about defending his clients' rights and vindicating their innocence at jury trial."
"Mr. Villegas has built a practice based on his years of experience doing both criminal defense trials and civil litigation. His skills in the courtroom are unparalleled and he has impeccable credentials and training that help him excel when legal research and writing is necessary. Mr. Villegas is well rounded in his ability to fight for his clients and I have not seen a weakness in any aspect of his practice. Antonio is adept at dealing with his clients, opposing counsel, jurors, witnesses, and the Bench. I would trust him with my own case."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have referred many employment law cases to him and each time the clients have been extremely happy with the outcome. Antonio has a very impressive trial background that enables him to get the best results for both his civil and criminal clients. I don't always endorse other attorney's however I have no problem giving him my full recommendation."
"Antonio and I were adversaries when I was a district attorney and now we are colleagues as criminal defense lawyers. His experience is unmatched by other lawyers in the community and most importantly he isn't afraid to go to trial. Whether you are his client, his adversary, or his co-counsel, you are with a fantastic lawyer"
Personal injury lawyer
DUI and DWI lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
Experience
Honors
2019
Client's Choice, Avvo
2015
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
Work Experience
2008 - 2015
Deputy Public Defender, Los Angeles County Public Defender's Office
2007 - 2008
Litigation Associate, Morgan Lewis & Bockius
2005 - 2007
Litigation Associate, Baker Hostetler
2003 - 2004
Summer Associate, Baker Hostetler
Associations
2016 - Present
National Trial Lawyers AssociationTop 100 Trial Lawyers
2008 - Present
Mexican American Bar AssociationMember
2006 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
2015 - 2018
Los Angeles County Bar Association, Criminal Justice SectionExecutive Committee Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Informal Diversion - Dismissal
Education
2005
JD - Juris Doctor
2001
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
Spanish
English
Activity
Legal Answers