CRIMINAL DEFENSE - Key Persons

Job Titles:

• Member of the California State Bar

An active member of the California State Bar, Mr. Smith is a zealous and devoted advocate for the rights of the accused and has successfully defended clients in all phases of criminal proceedings, misdemeanor and felony, simple to complex. From disposition to plea bargain to preliminary hearing and jury trial, he has handled it all. A strong negotiator and excellent communicator, his representation includes, but is not limited to, alleged charges for theft/burglary, spousal abuse, assault and battery, DUI/drunk driving, narcotics, juvenile, sex offenses, fraud, three strike, manslaughter, and first and second degree murder. Mr. Smith has successfully represented thousands of clients since 1978. Mr. Smith has been a lecturer and guest speaker at numerous seminars including Phillips Graduate Institute, "Ethics and the Law", and the Constitution Rights Foundation. He has devoted his practice to defending the rights of the accused and is an active member of the California State Bar, California Public Defenders Association, San Fernando Valley Bar Association and Deuce Defenders. With hundreds of successful jury trials throughout California, BRIAN J. SMITH is an effective, compelling and well respected attorney who believes the accused not only deserves a fair trial but he insists upon it.