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Your Trusted California Criminal Defense Team
At Shouse Law Group, we bring decades of combined legal expertise to every case we handle. Our team includes former prosecutors, police officers, and legal professionals who leverage their insider knowledge to provide aggressive, proactive defense strategies. We prioritize immediate action to gather evidence, build strong cases, and protect clients' rights throughout California. Our attorneys specialize in criminal defense, DUI cases, personal injury, and employment law, with a focus on achieving favorable outcomes through litigation, negotiation, or early intervention.We maintain close client communication, offering 24/7 accessibility and personalized support to navigate complex legal challenges. With offices across major California cities, we serve clients in state and federal courts, leveraging deep familiarity with local judicial systems to secure optimal results.
Services
Criminal Defense
DUI Defense
Domestic Violence Cases
Drug Crime Defense
Personal Injury Representation
Employment Law Violations
Sex Crime Defense
Violent Crime Defense
Financial Crime Defense
Juvenile Defense
Highlights and features
- We deploy former prosecutors and police officers with 50+ years of law enforcement experience
- We initiate defense investigations immediately after arrest to preserve critical evidence
- Our attorneys maintain daily accessibility with same-day response to client communications
- We leverage insider knowledge of local court procedures across California jurisdictions
- We offer 24/7 emergency legal support for urgent criminal defense needs
Associations and certifications
- Better Business Bureau
What people say
Immediate case response
Successful charge reductions
Former prosecutor insight
24/7 attorney accessibility
Local court expertise
Services
Criminal Defense Representation
Our criminal defense attorneys represent clients facing felony and misdemeanor charges across California. We employ strategic defense tactics developed through decades of prosecutorial and law enforcement experience. Our team conducts independent investigations, challenges evidence, and negotiates with district attorneys to reduce or dismiss charges. We specialize in handling complex cases involving violent crimes, sex offenses, and drug-related charges while maintaining client confidentiality and rights.
DUI Defense Strategy
We provide specialized DUI defense services including breathalyzer accuracy challenges and DMV license suspension hearings. Our former DUI prosecutors analyze police procedures, blood test validity, and field sobriety test administration. We develop defense strategies targeting procedural errors, equipment malfunctions, and medical conditions affecting test results while representing clients in both court proceedings and DMV administrative hearings.
Personal Injury Claims
Our personal injury attorneys represent clients injured through others' negligence, including car accidents and workplace injuries. We coordinate medical treatment through lien arrangements, document damages, and negotiate with insurance companies to maximize compensation. Our team handles cases involving catastrophic injuries, wrongful death, and product liability while preparing for trial when settlement offers prove inadequate.
Employment Law Violations
We protect employees' rights regarding wage theft, discrimination, and wrongful termination. Our employment law specialists handle overtime disputes, harassment claims, and family medical leave violations. We file complaints with regulatory agencies, negotiate severance packages, and litigate cases involving whistleblower protections and workplace retaliation across California's major employment centers.
Domestic Violence Defense
We defend clients accused of domestic violence, including false allegations and mutual combat situations. Our attorneys challenge evidence credibility, investigate accusers' backgrounds, and demonstrate self-defense scenarios. We work to prevent protective orders, reduce charges, and minimize sentencing impacts while protecting clients' parental rights and professional licenses throughout California courts.
People
Neil Shouse
Managing Attorney
Former Los Angeles Deputy District Attorney with 40+ jury trials and 96% win rate. Harvard Law graduate featured on CNN and Dr. Phil. Specializes in complex criminal defense and DUI cases across California.
Michael Scaffidi
Criminal Defense Attorney
Former San Bernardino police officer and sergeant with expertise in technical evidence analysis. Handles violent crimes, drug offenses, and DUI defense. President of San Bernardino County Bar Association.
John Murray
DUI Defense Specialist
Former federal prosecutor with expertise in DMV administrative hearings. Successfully defended hundreds of DUI cases while challenging breathalyzer accuracy and police procedures.
Karthik Krishnan
Criminal Defense Attorney
Ex-Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office clerk. Handles misdemeanor and felony cases including burglary, DUI, and resisting arrest charges across Southern California.
Questions
What should I do immediately after a DUI arrest?
Contact our attorneys immediately to preserve evidence, schedule DMV hearings, and begin building your defense strategy within the critical first 10 days.
Can charges be reduced before formal filing?
Yes, our early intervention approach often prevents charges through pre-filing negotiations with district attorneys using investigative evidence.
How do you handle out-of-state clients?
We represent clients nationwide with California cases, offering remote consultations and local court representation in all major jurisdictions.
What differentiates your criminal defense approach?
Our team combines former prosecutorial insight, law enforcement experience, and private investigation resources for comprehensive defense strategies.
Do you handle federal criminal cases?
Yes, our attorneys represent clients in federal criminal matters including drug trafficking, fraud, and white-collar crimes across California.
Can I visit your offices in person?
We maintain offices in Los Angeles, San Diego, Sacramento, and Las Vegas for client consultations while offering virtual meetings statewide.
