Elmira Yousufi

Elmira Yousufi

5.0
Rating: 7.2

Licensed for 4 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at San Diego, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

2550 Fifth Ave, Suite 1050, San Diego, CA

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Licensed in California for 4 years

State: California

Acquired: 2021

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Law Offices of Elmira Yousufi

2550 Fifth Ave, Suite 1050, San Diego, CA, 92103

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Elmira Yousufi's Reviews

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50 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 15 reviews | Criminal Defense

Posted by Kristine | June 05, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Highly recommended

I needed to find a criminal lawyer after my husband had to defend us from an attacker. We found ourselves under criminal investigation because we left the scene. Soon after, I discovered there was an active arrest warrant and my husband was facing criminal prosecution. My first call to the Shapiro F...irm was met with compassion and concern. Our lawyer, Elmira Yousufi, acted swiftly to prevent him from going into custody. She handled our case with complete confidence and assurance. Elmira had a plan for every direction this case could have gone. She was able to guide us through this nightmare and get us a positive outcome to keep my husband out of prison. She's an absolutely brilliant lawyer and worth every penny! We are forever grateful to Ms. Elimira Yousufi and highly recommend her.

Posted by Peter | August 22, 2025 | Hired Attorney

Dedicated, Strategic, non judgmental, exactly who you want in ur corner!

I met with Elmira Yousufi for a DUI. Told her my story, what happened etc and her calm manner and confidence immediately put my mind at ease. and because of her creativity, relentless approach and unwillingness to give in to the DA, she made magic happen! i couldn't be happier! Thank you so much El...mira!!! You are the best!!!

Posted by anonymous | May 05, 2025 | Hired Attorney

So grateful

I got a recommendation for David p. Shapiro from a family friend and Elmira was the lawyer that helped me. She helped me and my family understand what we were going to be going through. Elmira always keep me updated on the case. I believe she worked very hard for me and my family. She was able to... get my charge dropped down and I really am grateful for that. I would recommend Elmira Yousufi She keep me with my family.

Posted by anonymous | October 07, 2024 | Hired Attorney

Fantastic,

I hired Elmira to defend me in a misdemeanor case a couple days after I was charged. Though the case was relatively straightforward, I believe having Elmira and her team handle everything limited my anxiety and helped keep me out of the courtroom at all. She handled appearances, even when I was out o...f town, made sure I followed all procedure and pushed for a speedy conclusion to the process. She as able to get me a dismissal on my case without me ever entering a courtroom. Id highly recommend her for her responsiveness and reassurance throughout the whole process. You will not go wrong with this lawyer.

Posted by anonymous | July 20, 2024 | Hired Attorney

Exceptional Representation

I am incredibly thankful for my criminal defense attorney's exceptional representation. She not only achieved the best possible outcome for my case but also demonstrated profound knowledge and strategic prowess throughout. From the first meeting, she grasped the complexities of my situation and provi...ded clear guidance for me every step of the way. Her proactive communication and thorough preparation were instrumental in navigating the legal process smoothly. I was impressed by her genuine compassion and understanding during a challenging time. She not only fought vigorously for me but also provided invaluable support and reassurance. I highly recommend her to anyone seeking a dedicated, knowledgeable, and compassionate criminal defense attorney. Her expertise and commitment made a significant difference in my case, and I am immensely grateful for her representation.

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Elmira Yousufi's Lawyer Endorsements

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Brooke Chambers

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 27

Relationship: Co-worker

"Elmira is an incredibly skilled and dependable attorney who consistently exceeds expectations. She brings a high level of care and precision to her work and is someone you can always count on to follow through. What sets her apart is her willingness to put in the extra effort to get things right and support those she works with. I highly recommend her."

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Liann Sabatini

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 24

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Elmira is undoubtedly one of the most insightful, motivated, critically thinking attorney I've ever had the pleasure to work with. As someone who has been practicing for 10 years, it is so refreshing to see someone with the enthusiasm, skill, and motivation that Elmira has. She has already gotten amazing results for her clients, and she has done so with the utmost professionalism, zeal, and unmatched tenacity. Elmira is incredible at issue spotting, legal research, and advocacy in the courtroom. Anyone represented by her is in very good and capable hands."

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Stefano Molea

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Elmira is genuinely dedicated to helping her clients. Not only does she carefully analyze the law and the facts, but she incorporates, in her advocacy, a great balance of assertiveness and likeability- which make her very effective."

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David Shapiro

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 20

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Elmira has made a name for herself within the San Diego criminal defense community with as many dismissals and defense motions (995s, 1538s, etc.) granted in 2022-2023 than many criminal defense attorney obtain for their clients in their entire careers. I look forward to watching her continue to grow as one of San Diego's most impressive attorneys."

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Ally Keegan

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Elmira is an asset to any criminal case. She has a natural rapport with clients and is well respected by her peers. I highly recommend her."

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Brooke Chambers

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Liann Sabatini

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.2 (Very Good)

Education

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University of San Diego School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Languages

English

Farsi

Persian

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