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Anousheh Akhavan
also known as Akhavan Criminal Defense APC
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Biography
Anousheh Akhavan, founder of Akhavan Criminal Defense APC, is a California based attorney of over 19 years. She presently practices in juvenile court, mental health court, C.A.R.E. Court, and criminal court within Los Angeles County. A trial lawyer by training, attorney Akhavan is an experienced and fierce litigator with a practice focused on holistic legal representation.
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Licensed in California for 19 years
State: California
Acquired: 2006
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Posted by anonymous | April 09, 2025 | Hired Attorney
The best in the business
Anousheh has changed my life. The sweetest and absolute best lawyer out there who will fight in your corner and that is hard to find. Not only is she extremely communicative and organized, she will have your back no matter what and help you get the best outcome there is. I appreciate everything that ...
Posted by Farnoosh | May 15, 2022 | Immigration
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I have been waiting for my father’s immigration application pending AP and I heard about filling a lawsuit but I was hesitant because of the retaliation concerns. I spoke with Anousheh before filing the lawsuit. She spent hours to understand if my case has been reasonably delayed and explained to m...
Posted by Edwin | April 15, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Anousheh Review
Anousheh was of great help when needed and continues to be in constant contact with me to follow up on my progress, which is greatly appreciated! She is very kind and easy to communicate with and does get back to be with any questions or concerns. I will gladly recommend her to anyone in need of a gr...
Anousheh Akhavan's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. She is knowledgeable and passionate about her work."
"Anousheh is kind, caring and will stop at nothing to get the best outcome for her client. I could not be prouder of her career achievements."
"I endorse this talented and highly ethical lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Anousheh for over 10 years. Her legal skills are outstanding and sensitivity to the individual clients' needs is a rare find in today's legal practice."
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Experience
Honors
2022
Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2021
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2021
Client Champion - Silver, Martindale-Hubbell
2021
AV Preeminent, Martindale-Hubble
2021
Client Champion - Gold, Martindale-Hubble
2021
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2007
Wiley W. Manuel Award for Pro Bono Legal Services, State Bar of California
Work Experience
2020 - Present
Attorney at Law, Akhavan Criminal Defense
2007 - 2007
Associate, Brayton Purcell, LLP
2007 - 2019
Deputy Public Defender, Los Angeles County Public Defender's Office
2005 - 2006
Volunteer, Legal Aid of Marin
2005 - 2005
Legal Intern, Marin County Public Defender's Office
2003 - 2003
Extern, Judge Steven G Larson
2002 - 2003
Legal Intern, Riverside County Public Defender's Office
Associations
2020 - Present
Westside Bar AssociationMember
2022 - 2022
The National Immigration Project of the National Lawyers Guild.
2020 - 2022
Los Angeles County Bar AssociationMember
2020 - 2021
Criminal Courts Bar AssociationMember
2020 - 2025
California Attorneys for Criminal JusticeMember
2020 - 2021
National Association of Women LawyersMember
Education
2005
California Southern Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
2000
Suffolk University
Masters of Science
1999
Northeastern University
BA - Bachelor of Science
Languages
Farsi
Activity
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Q&A
How do I transfer my provision from Orange County to LA county?
12 Oct 2021
Q&A
I egged my ex girlfriends truck and now her new girlfriend who she was cheating on me with Is making her press charges on me !
25 May 2021
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What kind of lawyer can both defend me and pursue a lawsuit in relation to a car accident that occured?
22 May 2021