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People v. A.E. (Michael Antonovich Antelope Valley Courthouse - June 2022
Read MorePeople v. A.E. (Michael Antonovich Antelope Valley Courthouse – June 2022)
Facts: Client had been the subject, and was arrested as a result of, a four-month investigation by the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department’s (LASD) high-tech task force for suspicion of viewing, downloading, and file-sharing child porn.
The Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office’s Cyber Crimes unit prosecuted him. Client’s home was raided by the task force and various electronic/computer items were seized pursuant to a search warrant. They also subpoenaed documents from Google and Snapchat.
Felony charges:
Possession of Child Pornography (California Penal Code section 311.11(a)); and
Distribution of Child Pornography (California Penal Code section 311.1(a)).
Worst-case scenario: Six years in a California penitentiary plus lifetime Sex Offender Registration (California Penal Code section 290), including full publication of the allegations & conviction(s) on Megan’s Law website.
The process: Ninaz Saffari kept in close contact with the lead detective from day one, and also prepared & submitted a mitigation package to the DA’s Office.
Result: Ninaz obtained a very good deal for the client in light of the strong evidence against him -- a reduced plea for a single count felony of possession of child porn with 180 days in jail and two years’ formal probation. However, because of overcrowding, the non-violent nature of the offense, Covid concerns, and with good behavior, client will likely be released after serving only 2-4 weeks therein.
Better yet, once client successfully completes probation, because this is a “Wobbler” (California Penal Code section 17(b)), client will be eligible for a reduction to a misdemeanor. At that point, his lifetime registration requirement will be reduced to 10 years, and his information will be removed from the Megan’s Law website.
People v. D.L. (CCB Court – downtown – 06/22)
Read MorePeople v. D.L. (CCB Court – downtown – 06/22)
Facts:
Client was alleged to have stalked a celebrity comedienne (“Ms. T.”) over the course of approximately one year. According to the police report, client displayed an abnormal and delusional fixation on Ms. T., allegedly sending her hundreds of direct messages on Instagram and on a text-based social media platform.
He allegedly followed her to 13-15 of her live comedy shows across the United States, and allegedly sent her bizarre and disturbing electronic messages. However, Ms. T. denied that client ever threatened her in person or through a social media platform. Notwithstanding, she obtained a Temporary Restraining Order (TRO) (California Code of Civil Procedure section 527.6: https://codes.findlaw.com/ca/code-of-civil-procedure/ccp-sect-527-6.html) against him, and two subsequent Emergency Protective Orders (EPO) (California Family Code section 6251: https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=FAM§ionNum=6251).
Charge: Stalking (California Penal Code section 646.9: https://codes.findlaw.com/ca/penal-code/pen-sect-646-9.html).
The process: This was a fairly challenging case because the DA’s Office and, most importantly, the victim, believed client posed a significant threat to her.
In addition, when initially interviewed by police, client essentially admitted to all the allegations.
Worst-case scenario: Five years in state penitentiary.
Result: Client granted Mental Health Diversion (California Penal Code section 1001.36: https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?sectionNum=1001.36.&lawCode=PEN) – two-year period; 90-day residential program; and stay-away order for two years.
People v. A.S. (Clara Shortridge Foltz Criminal Justice Center: http://www.lacourt.org/courthouse/info/ccb -- June 2022)
Read MoreClient was a repeat customer for whom Ninaz Saffari had years earlier gotten a misdemeanor Domestic Battery case (California Penal Code section 243(e)(1)) dropped.
This time, he was alleged to have physically assaulted his then-current romantic partner on three separate occasions. He was therefore charged by the Los Angeles City Attorney's Office with three misdemeanor counts of Corporal Injury to Spouse, Cohabitant, or Fellow Parent (California Penal Code section 273.5).
Worst-case scenario: Three years in the county jail (if convicted of all counts & judge orders max sentences to run concurrently).
The process: The evidence was overwhelming against client – namely, the police reports, the anticipated testimony of the purported victim/complainant, and graphic photos of the complainant’s alleged injuries.
Indeed, in light of these alleged injuries and his prior arrest, Ninaz was surprised that he wasn’t charged with three felony counts of Corporal Injury to Spouse, Cohabitant, or Fellow Parent. In any event, the prosecution wasn’t willing to offer any deal whatsoever so Ninaz pushed hard for trial.
Fortunately, thanks to Ninaz’s relentless advocacy, on the first day of jury trial, the Deputy City Attorney prosecuting the case offered an unbelievable deal, that, of course, client accepted.
The result: Client pled to a single misdemeanor charge of Simple Trespassing/Unauthorized Entry of a Residence (California Penal Code section 602).
The sentence: No jail; three years of informal probation (aka summary probation); one year of weekly anger management counseling; and a $500 fine.
Halfway through his probation period (18 months), he’ll be eligible to Early Termination of Probation (California Penal Code section 1203.3), followed by Expungement (California Penal Code section 1203.4) of the conviction immediately thereafter from his permanent record.
People v. J.N. (San Fernando Courthouse: https://www.lacourt.org/courthouse/info/las -- May 2022)
Read MoreClient was an active-duty military person who was pulled over one night by California Highway Patrol (CHP) after he had struck a moving vehicle and while he was speeding and driving erratically on a Los Angeles County freeway. He admitted to the CHP officer that he had been drinking earlier in the evening at a sushi bar. Client failed the Field Sobriety Test (FST) and, as a result, was arrested, charged, and prosecuted by the Los Angeles City Attorney's Office for First-Time DUI (Driving Under the Influence) (California Vehicle Code section 23152).
Although this charge would not typically result in a jail term (and “only” a misdemeanor conviction), for the client such a conviction would automatically result in a dishonorable discharge. In other words, it would result in the complete loss of his career, and dramatically adverse consequences for his ability to secure future employment.
Result: After fighting non-stop for over a year (including with the DMV to retain client’s driver’s license), Ninaz Saffari was able to secure him Military Diversion (California Penal Code section 1001.80).
This meant no jail, only summary/informal probation, three months of weekly counseling (which client had already completed), a relatively small fine, paid restitution (which was covered by his insurance company in re the other driver’s vehicle damage), and after as little as 18 months (assuming he stayed out of trouble), the charge would be dismissed and thereby leave client with a clean record.
United States of America vs. A.M. (United States District Court – District of Nevada: https://www.nvd.uscourts.gov – May 2022)
Read MoreMajor drug trafficking case based out of Las Vegas as a result of a joint investigation by the FBI and the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department. Prosecuted by the U.S. Attorney’s Office -- District of Nevada).
Specifically, client was filmed and recorded selling large quantities of crystal meth in seven separate controlled buys by an undercover FBI agent in just over a four-month period. In addition, a firearm was seized from client in connection with his arrest, thereby further elevating his potential prison term pursuant to United States Sentencing Guidelines (U.S.S.G. § 2D1.1(b)(1)).
If convicted of all charges, he could be looking at up to four decades in federal prison for each of those seven counts alone – see below (with a minimum sentence of 85% even with good time credits). Specifically, client was facing a Level 32 offense (which includes a felony gun charge).
The case was further complicated by the fact that client had served multiple previous (state) prison terms – one for Assault with a Deadly Weapon (ADW) (California Penal Code section 245(a)(1)) and Possession for Sale of a Controlled Substance (California Health and Safety Code section 11351).
In fact, client has numerous criminal felony arrests, several of which resulted in convictions, on his record:
First-Time DUI (Driving Under the Influence) (California Vehicle Code section 23152);
First-Degree Residential Burglary (California Penal Code section 460(a); California Penal Code section 459;
Taking an Automobile Without Consent, a.k.a. “Joyriding” (California Vehicle Code section 10851);
Robbery (California Penal Code section 211);
Armed Robbery/Second-Degree Robbery (California Penal Code section 212.5(c));
Assault with a Firearm (California Penal Code section 245(a)(2));
Receiving Stolen Property (California Penal Code section 496(a));
Perjury (California Penal Code section 118);
Excessive Speed on a Highway (California Vehicle Code section 22349);
Failure to Appear: Written Promise (California Vehicle Code section 40508);
misdemeanor Reckless Driving (California Vehicle Code section 23103);
misdemeanor Driving on a Suspended License (California Vehicle Code section 14601.1(a));
misdemeanor Fraudulent Use of Telephone (California Penal Code section 502.7);
misdemeanor Making a False Representation to a Peace Officer (California Penal Code section 148.9(a)); and
misdemeanor Providing False Information on a Document to the DMV (California Vehicle Code section 20).
Last, but certainly not least, client was alleged to have been a “mid-level drug trafficker” and an associate a violent criminal street gang. Based on the foregoing, client was considered to be a “career offender” under U.S.S.G. § 4B1.1 and U.S.S.G. § 4B1.2.
Cooperation was never on the table – in 17 years, Ninaz Saffari has never represented someone who became an informant or otherwise testified against others to save their own hide.
Current federal charges:
Approximately one dozen felony counts, primarily for the following federal crimes:
Seven counts: Title One, United States Code, section 841(a)(1)) – Possession with the Intent to Distribute and Distribution of Controlled Substances (Crystal Meth) (max sentence for each count = 20 years);
Multiple counts: Title One, United States Code, section 843(b)) – Use of a Communication Facility to Further the Commission of a Felony Controlled Substance Offense (max sentence for each count = 4 years) (i.e., using a phone to make drug deals);
One count: Title One, United States Code, section 846 – Conspiracy to Distribute and Possess with the Intent to Distribute Controlled Substances (Crystal Meth); and Conspiracy to Use of a Communication Facility to Further the Commission of a Felony Controlled Substance Offense (max sentence = 20 years); and
One count: Title 18, United States Code, section 924(c)(1)(A)) -- Use of a Firearm or Possession of a Firearm in Furtherance of a Drug Trafficking Offense (max sentence = 10 years).
See: justice.gov.
Result: Client accepted a guilty plea to a single Count of the indictment in this case, Distribution of a Controlled Substance (Methamphetamine), in violation of 21 U.S.C. § 841(a)(1), (b)(1)(B)(viii)).
In consideration, the U.S. Attorney’s Office (“U.S.A.O.”) agreed to dismiss all the remaining counts; not to pursue any additional counts resulting from this investigation; recommended a two-level reduction in the applicable sentencing guidelines offense level, pursuant to the United States Sentencing Guidelines (U.S.S.G.) § 3E1.1; and move for an additional one-level reduction if available under that section.
However, the deal does not cover any heretofore unknown crime of violence as defined by 18 U.S.C. § 16, nor any criminal tax violations (including conspiracy to commit such violations chargeable under 18 U.S.C. § 371.
The USAO acknowledged “a statutory minimum sentence of 5 years imprisonment; and a statutory minimum term of supervised release of 4 years of supervised release, … [unless he] qualifies for safety-valve relief from the statutory minimum sentence … in 18 U.S.C. § 3553(f)….” See also: sgp.fas.org.
Notwithstanding, both parties agreed to recommend to the court a term of eight years (96 months). However, with 15% good time credits, client will only serve 6.8 years (81.6 months) – and, with a little luck, he’ll serve out the last half of that sentence in a halfway house. Ultimate sentence will also likely include a five-year supervised release period thereafter.
Ninaz Saffari worked tirelessly for almost a year to obtain this highly unusual deal – again, extraordinary because it did not require client to rat out his criminal associates.
People v. D.B. (San Fernando Courthouse: https://www.lacourt.org/courthouse/info/las-- 04/22)
Read MoreLos Angeles County Sheriff's Department deputies raided the home of “David” and found him with 30 grams of methamphetamine. He was therefore he was charged with felony Possession for Sale of Methamphetamine (California Health and Safety Code section 11378).
David had previously served three terms in prison – twice for similar offenses, including Possession of Methamphetamine (California Health and Safety Code section 11377), as well as for First-Degree Residential Burglary (California Penal Code section 460(a); California Penal Code section 459).
This latter conviction was a Strike Offense under California Penal Code section 667(d) and California Penal Code section 1170.12(b).
With his priors, including the Strike, if convicted of this latest charge, he could be sentenced for as much as six years in prison.
Ninaz Saffari fought this case for three long years before the DA’s Office made her an unbelievable deal.
Result: Plea to misdemeanor possession with no jail and no probation.
Investigation of C.B. (LA County APS -- April 2022)
Read MoreClient had recently married her elderly boyfriend, who was the father of two adult men who despised her because the father had transferred a significant amount of money into a trust for his new wife – money that the sons knew would otherwise have gone to them upon their father’s death.
As a result, the sons embarked on a relentless, months’-long campaign to get the client imprisoned and hopefully divorced from their dad. Specifically, they repeatedly called both the Los Angeles Police Department and the county Department of Adult Protective Services, falsely claiming that client was both physically and financially abusing the father.
On each of the several occasions where LAPD officers arrived, they found no evidence whatsoever of any abuse. But APS opened an investigation, which could have resulted in the following felony charges against the client:
Corporal Injury to Spouse, Cohabitant, or Fellow Parent (California Penal Code section 273.5);
Domestic Battery (California Penal Code section 243(e)(1));
Elder Abuse (California Penal Code section 368); and
Injuring an Elderly Person (California Penal Code section 368(b)(2)).
Even a single felony conviction for one of these charges could have resulted in prison time. Fortunately, the client and her husband hired Ninaz Saffari, who frequently and extensively communicated with the authorities. As part of these communications, she provided the investigator evidence that the sons’ allegations were false and motivated by financial gain.
Result: The APS investigator notified Ninaz that the investigation was completed and no charges would be filed. Case closed.
People v. M.C. (Downtown Criminal Courthouse: http://www.lacourt.org/courthouse/info/ccb-- March 2022)
Read MoreClient allegedly molested his toddler child in public (according to several eyewitnesses), although client was so allegedly intoxicated at the time, that he was unaware that his actions in cuddling the child were being misconstrued.
However, a little later, client was allegedly captured by CCTV cameras from local businesses passing out in public while the child ran up and down the adjoining sidewalk.
Based on these supposed eyewitness accounts, client was arrested and charged with felony Lewd Acts with a Minor Child Under 14 (California Penal Code section 288).
Max. term: eight years in a state penitentiary plus lifetime Sex Offender Registration (California Penal Code section 290) with lifetime disclosure on the Megan’s Law website.
After fighting this case with everything she had for the better part of a year, Ninaz Saffari obtained an unprecedented offer. Indeed, even the prosecutor told her, “We don’t give out offers like these” (or words to that effect).
Result: Reduction to Child Endangerment (California Penal Code section 273a) and misdemeanor Annoying or Molesting a Child Under 18 (California Penal Code section 647.6). If the client successfully completes one year of rehab and two years of formal probation, the child molestation charge (Penal Code section 647.6) will be dropped, and the client will not have to serve a single day in jail.
People v. R.S. (DT Los Angeles Superior Court): http://www.lacourt.org/courthouse/info/ccb-- March 2022)
Read MoreClient got into an argument with an unhoused man on Hollywood Boulevard at night. As client was walking away from him, the unhoused man suddenly charged at him from behind, with the entire incident captured on a business’s surveillance camera.
Just before the unhoused man attacked him, client suddenly spun around and allegedly smashed a full 40-ounce bottle of beer against the attacker’s head, sending the man sprawling forward. Client then allegedly jumped on the man and allegedly beat and kicked him multiple times. Client then allegedly stood up, kicked the man in the face, then allegedly smashed a cell phone against his head before walking away.
As a result, the DA’s Office charged client with “Second-Degree” Attempted Murder (California Penal Code section 664: https://codes.findlaw.com/ca/penal-code/pen-sect-664.html; California Penal Code section 187(a) (https://codes.findlaw.com/ca/penal-code/pen-sect-187.html) and was therefore facing a potential life sentence with possible parole if convicted of that charge.
Ninaz Saffari took the case to preliminary hearing, where she was able to prove to the judge that client clearly had no intention to kill the purported victim.
Result: Attempted murder charge dismissed with prejudice (meaning that the DA’s Office cannot be refiled against client).
Investigation of B.S. (Undisclosed LA County Police Agency -- February 2022)
Read MoreClient is a high-level executive with a top-five global super-corporation and therefore stood to lose this position based on the allegations of his former romantic partner. Specifically, she claimed that he either intentionally or unintentionally-but-recklessly (i.e., without failing to warn her and without using a latex condom) gave her an STD (sexually transmitted disease).
Without disclosing significant detail for reasons we are not at liberty to disclose, the former partner was willing to proceed with criminal charges against him. In California, you can be charged with a misdemeanor punishable by up to six months in the county jail if you are proven in a court of law, and beyond a reasonable doubt, to have intentionally (and not merely recklessly) transmitted HIV/AIDS, herpes, or any other STD to an unknowing person.
The specific criminal charge is a violation of California Health and Safety Code section 120290(g)(1) (Intentionally Transmitting Sexually Transmitted Disease). (Prior to 2018, this crime would have been charged as a felony with potential prison time upon conviction.)
Alternatively, the prosecutor could have charged client with one or more of the following offenses:
Simple Battery (California Penal Code section 242);
Battery Causing Injury to Specified Victim Not a Peace Officer (California Penal Code section 243(b)-(c)(1)); and/or
Domestic Battery (Penal Code section 243(e)(1)).
The latter two charges could have resulted in as much as a full year in jail.
As a result, client hired Ninaz Saffari on a pre-file basis to head off any police investigation, as well as criminal charges. Again, even a single misdemeanor conviction would have resulted in client losing his position and millions of dollars.
Result: No charges filed and no successful police investigation.
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Free consultationNinaz was able to make me feel comfortable and confident about the legal system and walked me through the possible outcomes of the trial/case. I was a victim of domestic abuse from my spouse and I felt that I needed my own lawyer in advising me through the process of a possible trial. When a subpoena was sent to me she advised me what to do and I felt I could reach her anytime no matter what questions I had for her. Knowing that I had her help and knowledge made me feel secure that I was doing the right thing and I was happy in the end. It is unusual for a victim to seek legal advise but since I did not experience DV anytime in my life, I needed her help to walk me through the legal process. I highly recommend her service. She not only makes you feel comfortable but she is very competent and experienced to pretty much any kind of situation/scenario. I feel very lucky to know her. Thank you Ninaz for all your help!
Addy .
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AG
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Ailene
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AJ
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anonymous
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anonymous
Responded to every text or call I had promptly, kept me updated on the case throughout. Outlined all possible scenarios at all steps in the case and helped me to make the best decision possible at every juncture. She fought very aggressively for me and the results were phenomenal, I was amazed at the work she did. Undoubtedly worth every penny and then some of what I paid for legal services. Would highly recommend her as a criminal attorney. Thank you Ninaz!!!
anonymous
My bother got charged with sexual battery and she got the case dismissed. She always returned my calls even on evenings and weekends. We always worked on a strategy to help my bother with his case. She was aggressive and determined to get my bother the best solution to his case. Ninaz stood up to the judge and got us the best solution to our problem. She is by far the best lawyer I ever worked with. I will recommend her to everyone.
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anonymous
Our son was charged with extreme charges such as 10 counts of rape and 1 kidnap charge. Ninaz work ethics were beyond imagination, she was very determined and fought for our son's innocence. All her court sessions were amazing, she was very honest and always kept her word. She was also very attentive to our needs as a family as we were going through a very hard time in our lives. Our son was set free after six months of jail time and formal probation including taking classes based on false accusations. We are forever grateful and appreciative of all her hard work, effort and dedication she put towards this case. Thank you Ninaz!
anonymous
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anonymous .
Ms Saffari provided me with excellent advice and counseling throughout the entire year in which she represented me. She was very responsive and provided much more in depth knowledge in the areas of law concerned, as well as showing extensive knowledge of the courts and justice system, which proved critical to my situation. I have no reservations in highly recommending her to anyone I know personally.
anonymous .
Being arrested can be a scary ordeal and finding someone that would understand you and your position is important to a successful trial. Ninaz was very approachable, understanding and put me at ease even at the worst time of the entire situation. If you need someone that is going to go above and beyond; she is someone you can rely on to provide service excellence!
anonymous .
I highly recommend my defense attorney Ninaz Saffari. I was charged with domestic violence crimes against my wife which I did not commit. I would have been convicted had my dad not found the Shouse Law Group. Ninaz and Mark Russ were instrumental in defending me and ultimately my life. I was found not guilty on all charges thanks to their hard work and dedication. Thank you for giving me my life back!
anonymous .
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Christine .
Ninaz was not only a great professional. She understood my problem, she was sensitive and supportive about the process. I couldn't choose better. Every time replying my questions, and making sure everything was on track and ready. I had my case dismissed and was all her job. I recommend her as a professional and person. If you're In trouble youre gonna need a person who can be in you're shoes, to understand you, without judging and being sensitive. I'm an immigrant and you can imagine how difficult can be being alone and unprotected. She's amazing. Thanks Ninaz! I hope I do not need your services again. But just in case I'll keep your contact because you're THE BEST
Claudio .
This team of awesome lawyer did an amazing job for me when I thought my life was over they helped me to a fair honest case. I must say that k you to Nina safari And mark for really getting it in the judges head I'm a good kid just struggling in life thank you for your help.. Cody
cody .
In 2013 I was charged with two major felonies facing two life sentences. Ninaz was the third lawyer I hired. The other two failed me miserably. She took my case and immediately I felt confident that I would have a fighting chance. She got both cases dropped. 15 in county jail for something I didn't do! Thanks to my guardian angel Ninaz Safari I am a free man today remarried and enjoying a second chance ! Thank you Ninaz for your professional and personal attention you gave me and my family. Corey S.
Corey S.
I found myself facing one of the most grave arrests I could have ever imagined. Ninaz was never phased by the gravity of the potential charge. I retained her instantly and it was the best thing I could have done. Having never been in this kind of situation before I was disillusioned and thought the system should afford me certain protections. From the onset she showed this combat veteran that this isn't the time to wait for protection and feel sorry for yourself. This is the time to fight for yourself. No matter the circumstance once you are now in the "system" you have to fight the system on its turf. She help me get my mind right. She helped me gather all of the pertinent facts from our side and ensured they got into the hands of the detectives and on to the DA with the police report. Her swift, steady, and bold actions lead to a DA refusal and no charges filed. If it wasn't for her assertiveness, knowledge of the law, and drive to fight I am convinced I would have let them bring the fight to me and then try and defend myself. That would have been a grave mistake and I am sure my ordeal would have been much worse. If you find yourself in need of criminal defense you need to retain Ninaz Saffari as soon as you possibly can. While the process can be lengthy and seem overwhelming time is not on your side. The earlier you get a knowledgeable, respected attorney like Ninaz on your side the better your chances of the most favorable outcome possible given the facts. Ninaz I am forever grateful for what you did for me during what was for me the most horrific situation I could have ever imagined becoming a part of. Thank You!!!
Dan .
I had the honor of accompanying my very close friend to hearings and a two-week trial for her son who was wrongfully accused of a criminal offense. Prior to the trial, Ms Saffari was always available, extremely confident, compassionate, and trust worthy These attributes carried over to her trial work where we were able to witness the true scope of her skills, knowledge, and technique. She is an excellent litigator and a fine human being. I highly recommend Ms. Ninas Saffari should you find yourself in need of an excellent defense attorney.
Dorrie .
As a parent of and innocently accused son, it was imperative to find an experienced criminal defense attorney. After going through attorney's who were overwhelmed with my son's case, we found Ninaz Saffari at Shouse Law Goup and they were indeed a godsend. This was a totally unexpected and traumatic event in our families lives. I have to say Ninaz was exceptionally polished and professional, my son was facing two life sentences for a crime he did not commit. Ninaz and her team went to work immediately, reviewing my son's case and offering legal options and more specifically, solutions to assist in my son's defense. Ninaz was not only able to effectively defend my son's case, but all charges were dismissed. We as family never felt more relieved and grateful and ecstatic at the same time. I would highly recommend Ninaz, and her assistant Mark Ross and the entire Shouse Law Group to any family in need of experienced, knowledgeable attorney. When you or a loved one don't know who to turn to, I cannot stress enough the necessity of an attorney who can not only assist but genuinely cares for you as a client. She was relentless in work ethic and highly skilled in her legal skills, she is the kind of an attorney who knows how the legal system works and what actions to take to fully defend her clients. As a parent you cannot ask of more than that in a criminal defense attorney, I know she is one of the best! I would highly recommend her to anyone in need of an exceptional criminal defense attorney!
Glenn .
Ninaz helped me out of very tough situation, and it was her negotiating with the prosecutor which saved me. She was confident and tenacious, was very impressed. The charge was completely dropped thanks to Ninaz. Highly recommended.
James .
Ninaz Saffari is a genuine class act. I count myself as extremely fortunate to have had the good fortune of having her represent me as my criminal defense attorney. To say that our justice system is overwhelming and intimidating would be the understatement of a lifetime. Having this be my first experience with being charged as a “criminal” I would have been lost, and most likely convicted of the five charges that I was faced with and these charges would have had a minimum of 9 years in state prison. So, needless to say not only did Ninaz bring me confidence, but more importantly comfort during what has been one of the most stressful periods of my life. Mrs. Saffari was always extremely approachable and compassionate. She thoroughly reviewed my situation and worked very closely with the District Attorney to get 4 of my charges dropped and the remaining one brought down to a misdemeanor. Her professionalism is evident when you see how the District Attorney’s and judges alike equally respect and listen to her. As a human being she is exceptional, she did a fair amount of hand holding and explaining the various procedures with me and never once did I feel rushed, patronized or condescended to. Hopefully I will never need Mrs. Saffari’s legal services again, but I will always count her as a dear friend. If you find yourself in a precarious criminal legal situation you would be doing yourself a grave injustice by not hiring Ninaz Saffari as your legal counsel.
Jami .
Ninaz made me feel comfortable, I interviewed a few lawyers, and there was no comparison. Here are a few highlights of an overall A+ lawyer. Her depth of knowledge in the fields we needed was spot on. She knows the right people, extremely responsive. Her track record is excellent. I was lucky to work with her!
John .
If you are in trouble and you are nesd first class representation call Ninaz. I retained her to represent me in a criminal case and she is now my full time counsel. Sharp as a sword, fearless as a lion, beautiful as a lotus flower. A deadly combination.
Jonathan .
In March 2014, I was convicted of four different criminal accounts. Ninaz Saffari and her Team did an excellent job on my case. Ninaz was able to get all of the charges dropped. She is a very tough and professional Lawyer. Ninaz was very determined to win my case, she also went to the DMV hearing so that I could get my License back and proceed on getting my commercial drivers license. Thank You, Ninaz and Mark Russ for all of your hard work and dedication.
jorje
In March 2014, I was convicted of four different criminal accounts. Ninaz Saffari and her Team did an excellent job on my case. Ninaz was able to get all of the charges dropped. She is a very tough and professional Lawyer. Ninaz was very determined to win my case, she also went to the DMV hearing so that I could get my License back and proceed on getting my commercial drivers license. Thank You, Ninaz and Mark Russ for all of your hard work and dedication.
jorje .
I wanna thank attorney Ninaz Saffari for helping me out on my case. She is very professional and very educated person. I will definitely recommend her to any person looking for an attorney. I also wanna thank all her assistants they keep you informed and updated of your case. Ninaz Saffari your the best thank you for all your help best wishes.
Jose C.
My Attorney Ninaz Saffari saved my life. I spent most of my life in prison with a criminal record spanning from juvenile to adulthood. I was criminally profiled by the LAPD due to my criminal past for a crime I did not commit. Facing 26 years for a double robbery going through 4 different lawyers all of whom had no backbone, I was referred to Attorney Saffari as a fighter in the court room. I walked out of court a free man due to this attornies hard work and know how. I have trusted my life in the work. Note: first charged with double robbery. Plead out to an Felony receiving stolen property, summary probation, one year in jail time served. I could of won at trial but the deal was good and my family didn’t want a trial.
Kevin F.
Ninaz Saffari is one of the best criminal defense lawyers you can find. Not only she has a unique ability to demonstrate the facts as they actually happened but her powerful presence in the courtroom gives a sense of total dominance . She owns the courtroom. She is not afraid to take a case to trial and every time she performs, the audience is mesmerized with her beautiful looks , charming smile and this powerful voice that has the prosecutors praying for the trial to be over. Furthermore I have to add Ninaz Saffari's collaborator/assistant Mark Russ who will be the next big thing in criminal defense lawyers in the state of California. An exceptional young man and attorney. Together Ninaz Saffari and Mark Russ took me under their guidance not only as a client but they gave me a feeling of friendship and hope. They really believed in me. These two people took a case that it was probably a looser and made it victorious. They saved my life . They gave me an opportunity to reestablish myself as an honorable human being and reach my life's full potential. Ninaz Saffari and Mark Russ THANK YOU. I will always be greatful NH
Nicholas
I highly recommend Ninaz Saffari for certain domestic violence matters. Following a heated argument, which became mutually physical, regrettably, the attending officers deemed me as the "Dominant Aggressor" and, to both my partner's and my disbelief, I was arrested for domestic violence. Ms. Saffari spent time with me to take my own statement and provide legal advice. Once hired, Ms. Saffari represented me at a City Attorney Hearing. In addition to being knowledgable and providing excellent legal advice, Ms. Saffari has an excellent demeanor and clearly a gained respect in representation. Again, I would highly recommend her in these types of matters.
NJE .
Ninaz is highly professional, organized, and talented. She is very personable and easy to talk to, but she will also fight hard for you in court. I was accused of rape and she was a blessing by my side in trial.
Robert .
Ninaz Saffari was hired for a sexual crime case and was amazing during the whole process and in court! It was for my son so I had no clue what this all would entail. She answered all my phone calls, spent numerous hours on the phone answering any questions I had, to reassure me and advise me of what was going to happen in court and during this whole process. She was courteous, professional and was exciting to watch in court. With her experience, quick wit and strategies that was used in court, she was able to get the charges dropped from long prison time to probation and classes due to proving these were false allegations. If you need a hard-working, professional go getter, she is the perfect lawyer for you. Thank you again Saffari for bringing these boys home!
Sarah
..let me tell you a little something about mrs ninaz saffari and the shouse staff...they are a true breath of fresh air!! my husband and i found their website, spoke with mr. mark russ who basically runs that office and he just made us feel so comfortable over the phone...we live in rancho cucamonga and their office is in l.a. we were looking for someone local but after speaking with mark we did not mind the 45min-1hr drive. when we met with ninaz and her team she listened, took her time, asked lots of questions and details, let us ask lots of questions and broke the whole process down for us. before we hired ninaz my husband had a public defender who refused to even look at me let alone answer 1 of my questions, as a wife you ofcourse want to be involved and informed especially when ur husband is being accused and facing 9-20...ninaz always kept me involved in some way, where i didnt even feel like i needed to ask much because she was always very informative and always took her time. we never felt rushed at our first meeting, she didnt spend her time looking at the clock or her watch to see if our time was up, she made sure she had all the facts and details and answered our questions. from the beginnig we always felt very comfortable, she was always honest and she doesnt have a conceited arrogant typical attorney attitude that you see usually, but those guys are very confident and made us feel good and positive. she always made sure she told us what we could be looking at if things didnt work in our favor and always gave us an honest opinion never sugar coated things or got pushy or rude. after walking out of their office my husband and i decided in the elevator that we definetely wanted to go with them. ninaz and the staff are very proffessional and hard working, they know their stuff and believe me they work their asses off. their dedication shows through their work and their interest in your case is so reassuring. they were always working on the case and looking for witnesses and calling the witnesses and subpeoned the witnesses when they had to. they are always prepared and never leave you hanging they treat you like a person who is honestly dealing with a life changing matter not just a dollar sign. our case went to trial and ninaz is like a mike tyson with what comes out of her mouth, she is so well prepared and has such a strong team backing her that she is a little spitfire in court and she will argue to the death!...there were a few times where we thought we were going to have to bail her out! lol but honestly they are great. they were a blessing for us and we could not be anymore thankful and grateful that we found them...my husband is 100% not guilty of what he was accussed of but we are 100% sure that we would not have beat that case with his public defender. we did not just win because we were always telling the truth but because they worked their asses off for us and went above and beyond proving my husbands innocence. my husband and i will forever be grateful to them. ninaz and mark are amazing and we just could not have been happier. we were way beyond ourselves when we beat the case and are glad its over but i would be lying if told you we didnt miss them. <3
silvia .
When your son is suddenly arrested on felony charges, life turns upside down in an instant. We were completely out of our realm and lost. Finding Ninaz Saffari for criminal defense was a true gift. Ninaz immediately went to work examining the case and preparing for anything the prosecution might present. She developed a defense strategy that ended with a settlement agreement far beyond our expectations after a very long and terrifying trial. I learned that criminal law is messy and complicated at best. There is no level playing field here. You must have the best criminal defense in LA County. We experienced the withholding of evidence, skewing of the facts, and outright cheating and lies. These problems permeated this obviously biased criminal courtroom. Ninaz was brilliant and relentless. She piloted us through very dangerous waters. She has a very strong presence in the courtroom. Her poise, confidence, complete knowledge of the law, this particular case, and her ability to work well with all others in the judicial system is amazing to witness. I recommend Ninaz Saffari without reservation. Anyone requiring criminal defense in the Los Angeles area needs her skills.
Susan .