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Biography
Former Deputy Public Defender that has handled over 12,000 cases. An experienced trial attorney that will protect your rights in the courtroom and give your case the personalized attention it needs.
Every Case Deserves An Aggressive Defense
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
50%
18 years | 12,000 cases
Juvenile Law
50%
18 years | 5,000 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2021 2020 2019
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4
Licenses
Licensed in California for 18 years
State: California
Acquired: 2007
No misconduct found
Location
Law Office of Heena Patel
(714) 909-1165
Mobile
4887 E. La Palma Avenue, Anaheim, CA, 92807
heenapatellaw.comLaw Office of Heena Patel
(714) 909-1165
Mobile
(909) 468-5020
Fax
3333 S. Brea Canyon Rd., Suite 213, Diamond Bar, CA, 91765
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(714) 909-1165
Mobile
(714) 571-0847
Fax
2677 N. Main Street Ste 820, Santa Ana, CA, 92705
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(714) 909-1165
Mobile
5015 Birch Street Suite #107, Newport Beach, CA, 92660
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Heena Hemender Patel's Reviews
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Posted by Michael | March 23, 2022 | Criminal Defense
Heena’s expertise was hugely helpful
Heena’s expertise in certain programs for defendants made a big difference in my case. Although I did not pay her to be my attorney, she still took the time to give me consultation in a legal area where my lawyer’s lacked her level of expertise. She embodies the best of what a criminal justice lawyer...
Posted by Melissa | May 19, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Juvenile
Awesome attorney!!
I hired Heena to handle a 30+ year old juvenile matter that was hanging over my husband’s head in a separate adult case. My husband maintained that he was never convicted/adjudicated. Heena read the the case file and found that it was obviously not an adjudication/conviction. She researched case law ...
Posted by Aubrie | August 29, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Great Criminal Defense Lawyer
Heena is such an awesome attorney! She was such a big help with my husbands case. She was very attentive and understanding of our situation. She went out of her way to to get results as quickly as possible. She new the codes and laws very well and defended my husband better then I could have asked! I...
Posted by Eric | December 14, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Very Professional, Reasonable Rate, Great Experience
My teenage son got a DUI and we called several law firms after we were deluged by marketing mails. While other law firms were more concerned about their downpayment and wanted a meeting before providing any details, Heena was very honest, approachable and detailed after one call. She also quoted h...
Posted by L.R. | July 17, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Simply The Best Attorney
I had the pleasure of hiring Heena for a theft related crime that I was clearly not guilty of. After thoroughly explaining my circumstances to her, she made me feel the same way (that I was not guilty). Heena is a highly intelligent attorney that is an true expert in her field. I placed my complete t...
Heena Hemender Patel's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Ms. Patel is extremely knowledgeable and skilled in her craft. She is known to get extremely favorable results for her clients. When we worked together, we were able to get the prosecutor to drop the criminal charges. I fully endorse her."
"Heena is an excellent attorney who I have seen in action in both adult and juvenile court. Heena is able to fight for her clients while still maintaining the highest levels of professionalism. She is highly respected by judges, other attorneys, as well as other courtroom staff for her legal knowledge and her people skills. I highly recommend hiring Ms. Patel."
"Ms. Patel is an aggressive advocate for her clients. I referred a domestic violence client of mine to her and she handled the matter with great vigor and integrity. I strongly endorse Ms. Patel for all criminal matters. She is well respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. Heena is a highly skilled lawyer. She has much expertise and is passionate in her defense of clients."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms, Patel is an intelligent and skilled lawyer who I have worked with on numerous matters. She is highly skilled and compassionate and gets great results for her clients through care and skill. I trust her ethics, her experience and her genuine care for her clients. Her clients are lucky to have her as their advocate!"
"Heena is an extremely intelligent and hard working attorney. Her passion for justice and tremendous work ethic consistently produce amazing results for her clients. You can't wrong choosing Heena Patel. I strongly endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Heena is an accomplished lawyer who is passionate about criminal defense and has great experience in this field having served as a public defender for several years and handled a variety of different cases. She is thoughtful and thorough and ardently represents her clients' interests. I would most certainly endorse her."
"Ms. Patel is an extremely bright and talented attorney who draws from years of experience as a public defender in representing her clients. Some attorneys are bright, some are charismatic and some genuinely care about their clients. Ms. Patel has all an overabundance of all three qualities and any client would be lucky to have her as their attorney."
"Heena knows how to fight for her clients! I have personally seen her use a rare blend of skills to get amazing results for her clients, day in and day out! She comes highly recommended."
"Heena is intelligent, witty and has a true passion for helping others. She is a shining example of a "zealous advocate" and will stop and nothing to protect her client."
"I endorse this lawyer. Great criminal defense attorney!"
"I have known Heena both professionally and personally for more than 10 years. She is a highly skilled criminal defense attorney who is truly devoted to her work and her clients. I strongly recommend Heena Patel to anyone facing a criminal case."
"Heena is the perfect combination of relentless advocate and respectful adversary. We worked together for years when I was a prosecutor, and now as colleagues she is always giving me advice on how to best handle my cases and represent my clients. If I were ever in a bind myself, Heena would be my first call."
"I endorse this lawyer. Heena is a compassionate, hard-working, and capable advocate for her clients. I would not hesitate to refer clients to her."
"Ms. Patel has the experience and exposure to the criminal justice system that only a senior public defender could possess. She also has an extensive history of complex cases under her belt which further separates her from the crowd, I fully endorse this lawyer."
"Heena Patel is hard working and really cares about her clients. She believes in the work she is doing and has gained invaluable experience working at the Public Defenders office."
"Heena is a hard working and intelligent lawyer who consistently obtains great results for her clients. She is a genuinely nice person and a top notch criminal defense attorney."
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Experience
Honors
2021
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2020
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2019
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2018
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2018
10 Best Attorneys, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2017
Client's Choice, Avvo
2016
Client's Choice, Avvo
2015
Client's Choice Award, Avvo
2015
California's 10 Best, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Owner, Law Office of Heena Patel
2008 - 2015
Deputy Public Defender, Los Angeles County Public Defender's Office
2007 - 2008
Senior Law Clerk, Los Angeles County Public Defender's Office
2006 - 2007
Legal Intern, Law Office of Seki, Nishimura and Watase
2003 - 2004
Legal Intern, McCarthy and Holthus
2003 - 2003
Legal Intern, Law Office of Swati Desai
Associations
2019 - Present
Los Angeles County Bar AssociationIndependent Juvenile Defender
2015 - Present
Orange County Asian American Bar AssociationMember
2015 - Present
Orange County Bar AssociationMember
2015 - Present
OCCBA Solo/Small Firm SectionSpecial Committee Representative
2010 - Present
South Asian Bar Association of Southern CaliforniaBoard Member
2010 - Present
California Public Defenders AssociationMember
2010 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
Sample of Legal Cases
People v. G.W (Fake ID)
Diversion/Dismissal
People v. A. C. (Minor/Alcohol)
Dismissed
People v. A.L. (Alcohol/Minor)
Dismissed
People v. S. P. (DUI)
Charge Reduction
People v. E.G. (Sex Crime)
Hung Jury/Dismissed
People v. S.S. (Domestic Violence)
Reduced to infraction
People v. J.S. (Child Endangerment)
Dismissed
People v. R.O. (DUI)
Dismissed
People v. J.G. (DUI)
Not Guilty
People v. D.M. (DUI Refusal)
Dismissed
People v. J.C. (Burglary/Theft)
Not Guilty
People v. F.M. (Battery)
Not Guilty
People v. K.G. (Resisting Arrest)
Not Guilty
People v. R.H. (Weapons)
Dismissed
People v. K.V. (Domestic Violence)
Dismissed
People v. S.K. (Weapons)
Dismissed
Education
2007
Southwestern University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2003
University of California - San Diego
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2013
How to become a Deputy Public Defender
Criminal Defense
2011
Intramural Trial Advocacy Honors Program Competition
Trial Advocacy
Publications
2015
AVVO Legal Guides
Finding the Right Criminal Defense Attorney
2015
AVVO Legal Guides
On The Stand
2013
Public Defender Video Series
Juvenile Competency
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can someone's (adult) name be redacted/removed from a police report at the discretion of the DA?
15 Aug 2015
Q&A
What happen if I been charged for a petty theft and never received any communication about Court hearing date?
13 Aug 2015
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
THE REAL COST OF A DUI
31 Aug 2015
Legal Guide
977(a) - When Do I Have to Appear in Court and When Can My Attorney Appear for Me?
20 Aug 2015
Legal Guide
FINDING THE RIGHT CRIMINAL DEFENSE ATTORNEY
14 Apr 2015