Antonio Villegas
also known as AVJustice Law Firm
About Antonio
Biography
"Extraordinary Trial Lawyers, extraordinary representation, extraordinary results."
AVJustice's Trial Lawyers are committed to repreaent our people in Civil Rights Cases, personal injury, and employment law cases, and criminal defense.
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 matters cannot be resolved through negotiations 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 overwhelming percentage of Not Guilty verdicts. In 2015, 2024, 2025, and 2026 The National Trial Lawyers recognized Mr. Villegas as one of the top 100 criminal defense trial lawyers in California.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
12 years
18 years | 12,000 cases
18 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in California for 20 years
State: California
Acquired: 2006
No misconduct found
Location
AVJUSTICE LAW FIRM
591 Plaza Drive, West Covina, CA, 91790
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Antonio Villegas's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
125 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 2 of 2 reviews | 1 star
Posted by Venancio | July 21, 2026 | Hired Attorney
SCAMMER ALERT
Terrible communication, promises you what you want to here and doesn't commit to it, save your money and get a Public defender over him 1000% . He got me for 15k in the beginning he was on top of his job once i paid him everything thats when everything backfired, he surrendered my sons case supposed...
Antonio Villegas
Replied last August 15, 2026If you are the person I believe, you were never present during the discussions regarding the scope of the services under the retainer that I would provide for $15k which Arraignment through preliminary hearing. After that additional Attorney Fees wwould be required, yet I stayed on the case for about 6 additional months after the preliminary hearing without charging your family a penny and look at the appreciate you show. . Your $15k do not cover casess as serious as your son's.. For the amount of work l performed a Trial Lawyer of my should charge a minimum of $50k. Your accusations clearly come from a person that does not know what top rated lawyers charge, are uninformed about the seriousness of second strike cases and then on top of that your son picked up a third case for being a felon with a firearm case. Folks who should you believe? The 120 plus reviews that are 5 stars and say great things about me or this bitter person?
Posted by Cynthia | August 22, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Do not Hire
He was brought on my case by another attorney, Juan Alvarez. He told me that out of his 10 years of experience that my offer was the best deal I was ever going to get. Offer for a first time offense DUI injury with no priors was 1 year in county jail, 3 month DUI program, and 5 years of formal probat...
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