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Elisa Marie-Ann Guadan
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Biography
Newport Beach criminal defense attorney Elisa Guadan was born and raised in Orange County and is proud to defend clients in her community.
Guadan's passion for criminal law began before she even entered law school. As an honors Sociology major at Cal State Fullerton, she was already learning the inner workings of the California criminal justice system at the Santa Ana Office of the Orange County Alternate Public Defender, where she spent over a year as an intern.
Guadan went on to excel as a law student at Western State College of Law in Fullerton on a full merit scholarship. In law school, her busy schedule included positions such as:
- Marketing Editor, Year-in-Review Writer and Technical Editor of the WSU Law Review;
- Dean's Circle member;
- Professional Skills Moot Court competition finalist; and
- Vice-President of the Criminal Law Association.
After graduating from law school with Honors, Guadan joined a Long Beach firm specializing in criminal defense. In the fast-paced environment of criminal defense practice, she worked on complex felony cases, including homicide, attempted murder, statutory rape, and fraud.
She also mastered the key California criminal motions, including Penal Code PC motions to suppress, discovery motions and motions to dismiss. And she learned strategies for negotiating with prosecutors for the resolutions that best fit her clients' goals.
Guadan is also a graduate of the Los Angeles County Bar Association Trial Advocacy Program, where she received extensive advanced training and honed her trial skills.
Guadan has particular expertise in handling DUI cases. She is certified by the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration and the International Association of Chiefs of Police to administer and score field sobriety tests in connection with DUI roadside investigations.
Now, as an attorney at Shouse Law Group, Guadan fights for justice for defendants in Orange County Superior Court. She is also licensed to defend clients accused of federal crimes in the United States District Court, Central District of California.
Guadan is an active member of the California State Bar, the Los Angeles County Bar Association, the California Traffic Defense Bar Association and the Long Beach Bar Association. She also served as Secretary of the Long Beach Bar Association Barristers from 2013 to 2015.
When not defending clients, Guadan serves as a board member for St. Mary's Hospital in Long Beach. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her husband and family.
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Licensed in California for 13 years
State: California
Acquired: 2012
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Guadan Law Group, PC
4100 Newport Place, Suite 620, Newport Beach, CA, 92660
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Showing 1 - 5 of 18 reviews | Recommendation
Posted by anonymous | September 11, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Brilliant and Relentless
10/10 recommended!! Lisa helped us in a time of need when we couldn’t think straight. She’s precise, brilliant, caring and relentless at helping our family. She kept digging for solutions and didn’t stop until my son was home again with us. Thank you Lisa!
Posted by JohnK | July 11, 2022 | Hired Attorney
A Bona Fide Angel
Elisa was the answer to my prayers. She quite literally stepped into a fight akin to the biblical teachings in Ephesians 6:12 and exposed truth with the ease of an Angel. Elisa has proven to me that she has true compassion and love for her clients. Her firm disposition combined with a caring bedside ...
Posted by anonymous | April 05, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Great to work with and she gets Phenomenal Results
Elisa is the epitome of a true professional and she gets results better than I imagined possible. Elisa is truly invested in her clients and goes above and beyond to get the best results possible. I would absolutely recommend her to anyone who needs representation.
Posted by anonymous | February 24, 2022 | Hired Attorney
ARTICULATE,KNOWLEDGEABLE, GREAT LAWYER
I not only recommend Elisa, but I guarantee you will be extremely happy with the results. She is very professional, knowledgeable, and a trustworthy lawyer. She responds in an extreme timely matter and explains the case in a clear language. I could not have been happier with the outcome of my case!
Posted by Alfredo | September 20, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Very good communication
Elisa has been doing great work regarding my case and I can say that I feel confident that I chose a great attorney to represent me in a time so dark for me. Thanks Elisa!
Elisa Marie-Ann Guadan's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I have known Elisa for a couple years and I have always found her to be an extremely intelligent and compassionate attorney. She truly exemplifies what it means to be a zealous advocate for her clients."
"Criminal defense is a challenging and often turbulent practice area. Elisa is able to meet those challenges competently and enthusiastically and put clients at ease. Everyone of her clients with whom I have spoken has told me exactly that. She also knows her opponents very well and has a superb ability to see where a case is going or what needs to be done to keep the defense on track toward the best outcome. I heartily endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse Elisa. She is a sharp attorney and truly cares about her clients. She also is extremely knowledgeable about the law and knows the judges and prosecutors which is a tremendous advantage. I definitely would recommended Elisa to anyone facing criminal charges."
"Elisa brings a tenacity to the courtroom that all clients need and her zealous defense brings results. I endorse this attorney."
"I've had the pleasure working with Elisa and she is a very intelligent, diligent, and caring attorney. She is committed to her clients along every step of the way and fights for their best interests in every aspect of her representation. Any client is lucky to have her on their side!"
"Elisa is an excellent attorney who knows the DUI process inside and out. Her work ethic and court experience is always an asset to her clients."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Elisa fights hard for her clients and cares deeply about getting them the best possible outcome!"
"I've known Elisa as a fellow attorney in the community now for quite some time. She is very intelligent, passionate about her work, and cares deeply about her clients. She goes above and beyond with her preparation so she is always ready in the courtroom. Anyone who is lucky enough to have her represent them won't regret it. She is an outstanding lawyer, and I highly recommend her."
"Elisa and I worked together to assist a mutual client with a multijurisdictional dilemma in Nevada and California. Her work was excellent and she kept me and our mutual client apprised of every important facet of his case. I would recommend Elisa to anyone in need of an attorney in Southern California."
"I have known Elisa since she first became a lawyer. She is intelligent and hard-working. She is well respected by judges, prosecutors, and her peers. Her clients love her because she gets great results."
"Elisa cares about her clients and attends legal trainings to be able to stay on top of changes in the law."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Elisa is a consummate professional and genuinely cares for her clients and achieving the best results. I would highly recommend her services if faced with the daunting task of dealing with the criminal justice system. Hire her."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Guadan bring substantial value to the legal table in her community."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Guadan will work tirelessly to get good outcomes for her clients. Highly recommended."
"I had the opportunity to work with Elisa on various matters. Elisa's dedication, diligence and professionalism culminate in excellent work. I definitely endorse Elisa."
"I endorse this lawyer. Elisa worked for us and her excellent research and writing skills allowed us to achieve excellent results for our clients in several matters. She is an exceptional attorney and a credit to the legal community."
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Experience
Honors
2017
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2014
Graduate, LACBA Trial Advocacy Program (i-TAP)
2013
NHTSA, Certified (NHTSA) Standardized Field Sobriety Testing (SFST) Attorney Practitioner
Work Experience
2021 - Present
Owner/Managing Attorney, Guadan Law Group, PC
2017 - 2021
Attorney, Law Offices Of Vincent J. La Barbera, Jr.
2015 - 2015
Attorney, California Legal Defense, Inc.
2015 - 2017
Attorney, Shouse Law Group
2012 - 2015
Attorney, Glaser, Damone & Schroeder
2006 - 2008
Intern, Orange County Alternate Public Defenders Office
Associations
2017 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2014 - Present
Long Beach Bar AssociationMember
2013 - Present
Los Angeles County Bar AssociationMember
2014 - 2016
Long Beach Bar Association, Barristers (New Lawyers) SectionBoard Member
2014 - 2017
Long Beach Women Lawyers AssociationMember
2014 - 2016
St. Mary's Medical CenterHospital Board of Advisors
2014 - 2018
California Traffic Defense Bar AssociationMember
2012 - 2017
Beverly Hills Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Case Number: 4SY03478
Dismissed.
LA001807
Dismissed
Citation No.: 75982PQ
Dismissed at trial
Citation No.: B538761
Citation dismissed at trial
3CP04190
negotiated a plea deal. Client plead no contest to violation of V.C. Section 23152 (b). All other charges dismissed pursuant to the plea.
Citation No.: AN9001490
Citation dismissed at trial
Citation No.: 80117QD
Citation dismissed at trial
3MP04408
negotiated a plea deal wherein my client plead "no contest" to V.C. Section 23103 "wet reckless." Result: No jail time.
Education
2011
Western State University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2007
California State University Fullerton
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2013
Mock Trial
Trial Skills
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
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