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Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
60%
17 years | 1,000 cases
Family
40%
17 years | 1,000 cases
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Licensed in California for 16 years
State: California
Acquired: 2009
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Posted by Catherine | June 02, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Excellent Divorce Attorney
In September 2015 I decided I had to end my 12-year marriage. I didn't know any attorneys and I found Mariya Furman by doing an online search for divorce attorneys near my home. I called the office and was given a consultation appointment right away, which I really appreciated because with a decision...
Posted by anonymous | August 03, 2014 | Litigation
Honest, resourceful, very competent and caring.
I retained Mariya Furman in a Federal case, after talking to several attorneys. She was very calm and reassuring from the beginning. She did not over-promise and was very honest. Unlike other lawyers who start generating random nonsense when they don't know the answer to a specific question, Mariya w...
Posted by Sylvia | August 12, 2013 | Criminal Defense
Excellent Attorney
Ms. Furman handled my case with professionalism and kept me informed throughout the process. I was very worried before I talked to her and she calmed me down and kept me informed at all times. She got me a great disposition and kept me out of jail. What I appreciated most was that she helped me after...
Mariya Furman's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse criminal defense lawyer Mariya Furman for any client seeking aggressive legal representation in Los Angeles or San Fernando Valley. She is smart, dedicated and not afraid to challenge any prosecutor. Her clients are a top priority."
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Experience
Honors
2016
Top Women Attorneys in Southern California, SuperLawyers
2015
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2015
Top One Percent, National Association of Distinguished Counsel
2015
Top Contributor, Avvo
2015
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2015
Premier Attorney, American Academy of Trial Attorneys
2015
10 Best Under 40, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys
2015
Top 40 Lawyers Under 40, American Society of Legal Advocates
2014
2014 Top Contributor, AVVO
2014
2014 Clients' Choice Award, AVVO
2008
Production Editor, Loyola Law School International & Comparative Law Review
2007
Staff Writer, Loyola Law School International & Comparative Law Review
2003
Dean's List, Illinois Institute of Art
Work Experience
2013 - Present
Partner, Furman & Zavatsky, LLP
2010 - 2014
Criminal Defense Attorney, Hedding Law Firm
2009 - 2010
Associate Attorney, Law Offices of Jeremy Frost
Associations
2014 - Present
Los Angeles County Bar Association, Family Law SectionAttorney Member
2010 - Present
Los Angeles County Bar Association, Immigration Law SectionAttorney Member
2010 - Present
United States District Court for the Central District of CaliforniaAdmitted to Practice
2009 - Present
California State BarAttorney Member
2009 - Present
Supreme Court of CaliforniaAdmitted to Practice
2008 - 2009
Loyola Law School International & Comparative Law ReviewProduction Editor
2007 - 2008
Loyola Law School International & Comparative Law ReviewStaff Writer
Sample of Legal Cases
Hit & Run and Driving without a license charges dismissed
Hit & Run Charges Dismissed
Civil Litigation
Case dismissed against my client
Felony criminal threats case in Van Nuys
Special allegation dismissed, no state prison
Federal Citation
Case dismissed before trial
People v. M.A.
Case Dismissed
Citizenship Application
Citizenship application granted
Restraining Order - Chatsworth Court
Restraining Order was dismissed
Restraining Order - San Fernando
Case settled
Possession of ammo by a felon - San Fernando
Case Dismissed
Assault with a Deadly Weapon Case - Van Nuys
Not Guilty verdict
Domestic Violence Case - Van Nuys
Case Dismissed
Education
2009
Loyola Law School, Loyola Marymount University
JD - Juris Doctor
2008
Loyola Law School, Loyola Marymount University
Volunteer Income Tax Assistance - Certificate Program
2004
Illinois Institute of Art
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2013
Furman & Zavatsky
Family Law Attorneys
Publications
2014
AVVO Legal Guides
Being Charged With Domestic Violence in Los Angeles
2013
2013
Molorak Weekly
Family, Immigration and Criminal Defense Attorneys
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Hi. If my boyfriend was handed a sentence of 21-40 years those that mean he MUST serve 21 years before he can be paroled?
27 Jun 2019
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How long do you have to do on a 8 year sentence for a nonviolent crime ?
16 May 2019
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Since I am out on bond, will I get a arrest warrant if indicted?
09 May 2019