(818) 740-5582
(818) 740-5582

Los Angeles Criminal Defense Attorneys |
Serious Cases. Strategic Defense.

We are DCD LAW, a premier criminal defense firm based in Los Angeles, California. We
specialize in defending against serious criminal charges, including felony, violence, and sexual offense.

Led by Kevin Moghtanei, one of the top 10 criminal defense attorneys in California
according to the National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys (NACDA), DCD LAW
employs a team of the best defense lawyers– providing aggressive, strategic,
and personalized representation for serious criminal charges.

 

Charged in Los Angeles? We Fight to Win

Trusted Criminal Defense Representation Across Los Angeles

If you are facing a serious criminal charge in Los Angeles, it is extremely important to secure an experienced and aggressive legal representation. Our team of lawyers provides comprehensive legal services 24/7, including pre-filing investigations, courtroom defense, and appeals.

  • More than 5000 Clients Represented
  • Over 400 Five-Star Reviews
  • 99% Client Satisfaction
  • Award-Winning Legal Leadership
  • Excellent Preparation and Strategy
  • Recognition for Aggressive Defense

Our team can represent you across Los Angeles, Orange County, Ventura County, and the surrounding areas.

Kevin Moghtanei
San Fernando Criminal Defense Lawyer

The DCD LAW Strategic Defense Method

A Proven Shield in High-Stakes Legal Battles

At DCD LAW, our legal team rigorously scrutinizes evidence, diligently maintains compliance, and tailors defense strategies.

We understand that staying passive or reactive will lead to the loss of time-sensitive opportunities. So, our defense attorneys will always take a proactive approach to your criminal defense to ensure strategy, precision, and relentless advocacy. Rather than simply defending against the charges already solidified by the prosecutor, our defense attorneys will take a proactive approach to shape the investigation in your favor.
We will:

  • ✔ Shape the Case Narrative
  • ✔ Control the Case Pace
  • ✔ Improve Case Outcomes
  • ✔ Spot Case Weaknesses

Aggressive Defense When It Matters Most.

How We Defend Cases at DCD LAW.

We will challenge the prosecution from the initial investigation stage. Our proactive approach involves early intervention, evidence analysis, skilled negotiation, and trial readiness. Here is how we will defend your cases—

Early Intervention

We get involved immediately. Our legal team will start formulating your defense strategy even before formal charges are filed. They will intervene during the investigation phase to:

  • (i) Protect Your Rights / Prevent Self-Incrimination
  • (ii) Prevent Charges / Reduce Potential Charges
  • (iii) Collect Evidence / Secure Footage and Witness Statements

Evidence Strategy

We don’t just review evidence, but challenge it. Our team of litigators takes a strategic and proactive approach to building your defense, which includes:

  • (i) Challenge Evidence / Find Flaws in Argument
  • (ii) Independent Investigations / Analyzing Evidence
  • (iii) Supporting Defense Position with Expert Testimony

Negotiation Leverage

Strong preparation creates real leverage. We work towards gaining maximum leverage during negotiations by building a strong case. Our litigators will try to secure favorableoutcomes, such as:

  • (i) Case Dismissal / Resolution without Trial
  • (ii) Negotiating for Reduced Penalties
  • (iii) Diversion Programs to Avoid Convictions

Trial Readiness

We are ready if a trial becomes necessary. Our firm prepares every case as if it were going
to trial. Moreover, trial readiness tends to result in better pre-trial outcomes. Our approach includes:

  • (i) Pre-Trial Motions to Exclude Evidence
  • (ii) Handling Courtroom Procedures
  • (iii) Challenge Prosecution’s Burden of Proof

Serious Charges? We Bring Serious Power

A Defense Team Built for Serious Cases

At DCD LAW, you will get team-based defense for serious criminal charges, led by our principal attorney, Kevin Moghtanei, with over 13 years of experience. So, rather than relying on a single attorney, you will receive comprehensive legal support.You will be backed by multiple lawyers and experienced support staff, working together under the leadership of a senior attorney to defend your case. All strategic direction and oversight come from Kevin, while the team actively works behind the scenes– leading to a coordinated defense effort.

  • ✔ Team-Based Defense
  • ✔ Serious Case Focus
  • ✔ Proactive Strategies
  • ✔ Expert Oversight
  • ✔ Coordinated Defense

Contact us online or at (818) 740-5582. Hablamos español.

Our Practice Areas: What We Do Best

Navigate the Law with Confidence

Felonies

Our team will defend you against serious criminal charges, including drug trafficking, white-collar crimes, and major theft. Felony charges carry life-altering consequences.
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Violent Crimes

Our attorneys will represent you on accusations of homicide, aggravated assault, robbery, and domestic violence. These cases are aggressively prosecuted.
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Federal Criminal Defense

Federal charges carry severe mandatory sentencing guidelines and are prosecuted by experienced federal prosecutors. Our firm defends clients facing federal conspiracy, drug trafficking, fraud, money laundering, RICO, and related federal offenses.
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Sex Crimes

We provide discreet and aggressive defense for allegations of sexual assault, rape, child sexual abuse, and sexual harassment. Allegations alone can cause immediate damage.
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DUI Defense

DUI is among the most commonly charged offenses in Los Angeles. A conviction can mean license suspension, fines, and jail time. Our attorneys challenge traffic stops, field sobriety tests, and breathalyzer results to pursue the best possible outcome.
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High-Exposure Cases

We offer strategic representation for high-profile cases, incidents with significant media attention, or matters where the fairness of the trial is threatened by public bias.
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Why DCD LAW: Securing Your Best Outcome

We handle sensitive cases with complete discretion, challenge prosecutors’ evidence, quickly investigate charges, prevent unlawful charge filing, manage media attention, prevent offender registration, and address false allegations.

➤ We Do Not Wait, We Act Early

The earlier we get involved in your criminal case, the more control we have. We move
immediately to shape the direction of the case from day one.

➤ Every Case is Prepared for Trial

We prepare from day one as if the case is going to trial. That level of preparation creates leverage at
every stage, whether the case resolves through negotiation or goes to a jury.

➤ We Handle Serious, High-Exposure Cases

Our Los Angeles criminal defense firm is built for complex criminal matters that require strategy,
precision, and strong execution, from felonies to federal charges.

➤ You Get a Team, Not a Single Point of Contact

Every case is supported by multiple professionals working together to ensure nothing is missed. Kevin leads, the team executes.

Facing criminal charges requires immediate action. Cases are built on weeks of groundwork. So, you must contact a defense team promptly to challenge evidence, file pre-trial motions, and get your case dismissed. Early intervention will help us control the narrative before formal prosecution, thus ensuring that your rights are protected. Contact DCD LAW today and take control of your case before the prosecution does.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What Is A Pre-Filing Intervention?

An experienced lawyer can intervene before charges are officially filed by the prosecutor or
District Attorney (DA). Your lawyer will present mitigating evidence to prevent the charges
or reduce them to a misdemeanor.

2. How Will A Lawyer Challenge The Evidence Against Me?

An attorney can file motions to suppress any evidence obtained through unlawful searches, as it would be a violation of your 4 th Amendment rights. Your attorney can also challenge the reliability of the fact witness presented by the prosecutor or use expert witnesses.

3.How Will I Know What Evidence Is Collected Against Me?

There is a process referred to as “discovery.” It involves the prosecutor sharing the evidence
that they have gathered against you. This includes police reports and witness statements.

4. How To Know If My Case Will Go To Trial?

In felony cases, there is a step known as a preliminary hearing. This is when the judge will go through the evidence and decide if it is sufficient to warrant a trial. For a defense lawyer, this serves as an opportunity to challenge the prosecutor’s case.

5. Will A Lawyer Be Necessary At My Arraignment?

Yes. An arraignment will be your first formal appearance in the court. Your charges will be
read and the bail will be set. Lawyers can argue for lower bail. They can also seek your
release on your Own Recognizance (OR).

Hear from our client, Eric

The following are just a few of the many reasons why I believe you should also consider hiring Mr. Moghtanei as your defense Lawyer/Lifesaver:

  1. He talks to you as a friend and not a client. This totally helped lower the stress and anxiety we were dealing with.
  2. He is organized and consistent with his work. He would follow up with me and remind me to stay on top of everything I needed to do for court.
  3. He is well known and liked by the courts/prosecutors.
  4. It is he and he alone who represents you and pushes your file. He doesn’t hire anyone else stand in his place. He’ll be with you every step of the way.
  5. He is highly accessible. Anytime I needed counsel, I would call or send him a text and he was always there to answer all my questions and concerns.
  6. Brenda, his office manager, is awesome and extremely helpful as well.
  7. He is fairly priced and won’t charge you an arm and leg for the 5 star service he provides.
  8.  Last but not least… I was facing Felony charges that carried a 10 year prison sentence. He was able to get this charge completely dismissed!!!
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OUR DEFENSE TEAM

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Attorney-client trust is vital to a successful defense.

To defend our clients effectively, we take the time to hear and understand them. The first step in our process is to establish open communication so that trust may follow. Our team is always accessible, and we pledge to be open and honest every step of the way.

We are understanding and empathetic. 

A criminal charge comes with a slew of mixed emotions. Whether you made an error in judgment or were charged unjustly, we will empathize with what you are dealing with and aim to provide support.

We are a multicultural office that lives and works in the community. 

We understand the unique challenges that San Fernando residents face because we are right alongside you. We are true community champions that work for and among our community.

We have proudly never been prosecutors. 

We have been committed to criminal defense since day one. We believe in helping to keep people out of jail and have never contributed to putting people into jail. We are and have always been here to defend you.

testimonials

Client Reviews

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    “I could not have done it without Kevin!”

    Jihn
    Joshua B.
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    “I highly recommend DCD LAW – Kevin Moghtanei, Criminal Defense Attorney for all your legal Needs!”

    Emma
    Casor M.
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    “He made me feel comfortable, was honest, and told me what I should expect”

    STEPHANIE S.
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    “If I would recommend a Lawyer, it would be DCD LAW.”

    ARSLAN B.
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    “DCD LAW gave me the best outcome for my case and it went with complete ease.”

    Ros N.
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    “Kevin Moghtanei is the best DUI lawyer in San Fernando.”

    ROBERT D.
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    “I’m so thankful!”

    MELODY Z.
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Scared or confused? Unsure about what to expect? Call me. I will get you through this.

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    At DCD LAW, we are experienced, passionate, and committed to the people of our community. We also provide services in Spanish in our multi-cultural office. Our attorney puts a decade of experience into your defense that includes resolving more than 1000 prior cases for clients. 

    Whether you have been arrested for a DUI, a violent crime, a sex crime, or some other offense, you are innocent until proven guilty. Our job is not to pass judgment but to give you the effective defense you deserve in a court of law. We are here to uphold your Constitutional rights, see that you are not treated unfairly by law enforcement or prosecutors, and give your case careful and thorough preparation to seek a case dismissal, reduction of charges, acquittal, or other favorable result. 

    Throughout the legal process, you will always have direct access to your leading attorney which is not something you will find at other firms. We believe in giving you the personal attention and communication you need at this critical time to support you throughout the criminal process and beyond.

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