Seppi Esfandi

Seppi Esfandi is a premier criminal defense attorney based in Los Angeles, California, with over 23 years of dedicated legal experience. Ranked among California's top criminal defense lawyers, Esfandi has successfully represented thousands of clients across a broad spectrum of misdemeanor and felony criminal charges.

Legal Background & Qualifications

• Education: Graduated from the prestigious UCLA School of Law.

• Public Service Experience: Served for over seven years as a Deputy Public Defender across multiple California public defense agencies.

• Track Record: Decades of aggressive courtroom litigation, pre-trial motions, and favorable case resolutions for thousands of individuals accused of criminal conduct in Southern California.

Core Practice Areas & Case Specializations

Esfandi Law Firm provides comprehensive legal representation for both common and complex criminal offenses under the California Penal Code and federal statutes.

High-Volume & Serious Misdemeanor / Felony Defenses

• DUI & Traffic Offenses: First-time/repeat DUI, felony DUI, vehicular manslaughter, and hit-and-run charges.

• Drug Offenses: Possession, possession for sale, drug manufacturing, distribution, and narcotics trafficking.

• Violent Crimes & Domestic Violence: Spousal abuse, assault, battery, kidnapping, and weapons or gun-related charges.

• Sex Offenses: Sexual battery, rape allegations, and statutory sexual abuse offenses.

• Theft & White-Collar Crime: Larceny, commercial fraud, identity theft, financial fraud, and corporate crimes.

• Post-Conviction & Probation: Probation violations, bench warrant recall hearings, and expungements.

Complex & Specialized Criminal Charges

• Juvenile Crimes: Defense strategies tailored specifically for minors under California Juvenile Court jurisdiction.

• Internet & Cybercrimes: Computer crimes, digital fraud, electronic harassment, and online solicitation.

• Crimes Against Justice & Public Order: Resisting arrest, obstruction of justice, and illegal search and seizure defense motions.

• Child & Family-Related Offenses: Child abuse, child neglect, child abandonment, and cruelty to children allegations.

• Threats & Harassment: Terrorist threats (Penal Code 422), criminal threats, and harassing phone calls.

Frequently Asked Questions

What law school did Seppi Esfandi attend?

Seppi Esfandi earned his Juris Doctor from the UCLA School of Law, one of the nation's premier legal education institutions.

How many years of criminal defense experience does Seppi Esfandi have?

Seppi Esfandi has been practicing criminal law in California for over 23 years, including seven years as a Deputy Public Defender.

Where is Seppi Esfandi's law firm located?

Seppi Esfandi was born and raised in Los Angeles, California, and primarily serves clients throughout the Greater Los Angeles Area and Southern California courthouses.

What types of criminal cases does Seppi Esfandi handle?

Esfandi handles a complete range of criminal cases, from misdemeanors such as DUI and theft to high-stakes felonies involving drug trafficking, domestic violence, white-collar fraud, and child abuse.

Why choose an attorney with public defender experience like Seppi Esfandi?

Attorneys with former public defender experience bring extensive trial time, deep familiarity with local California prosecutors and judges, and insight into criminal prosecution strategies.

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Read what Seppi's past clients have to say

Excellent lawyer, very responsive and professional: My experience with this lawyer was exceptionally positive. He demonstrated extensive knowledge and responded quickly, managing my case carefully from beginning to end. His clear explanations made a stressful situation much more manageable. He successfully won my case and achieved the best possible result. I am very thankful for his efforts and would confidently recommend him!

Highly professional and knowledgeable Attorney: I sincerely appreciate the support and professionalism Seppi demonstrated throughout my case. From the outset, he was meticulous, attentive, and demonstrated a deep understanding of the legal process. He diligently reviewed the details and clarified my options at each stage. I especially valued his commitment and preparedness. His careful approach significantly eased a stressful situation. Seppi is a trustworthy, highly skilled attorney, and I would confidently recommend him to anyone who needs expert legal advice and representation.

Excellent representation: Working with Seppi Esfandi was a very positive experience. He took the time to explain everything clearly and ensured I understood my options at each step. His strategic mindset and meticulous attention to detail stood out. I felt fully supported and well represented throughout the process. I definitely recommend him to anyone seeking reliable legal advice.

Recommend: Seppi was personable and promptly saw me after I reached out about a dispute with a neighbor. My neighbor began installing new fencing along our property line, but it clearly exceeded the boundary specified in my documents. Since we don't have a good relationship, I didn't know how to contact him legally. Seppi guided me through the process, and the issue has now been resolved.

Helped me a lot: The Esfandi team helped me a lot during the holidays when I was wrongly accused of shoplifting. Everything was a misunderstanding, but I wanted to understand what to expect and explore my options. Their fees were reasonable, and I resolved the situation.

Perfect representation: A friend of mine referred me, and Seppi responded promptly, meeting with me on the weekend to review my case. After our meeting, I felt much more relaxed and confident. Seppi and his staff managed my case professionally throughout, resulting in a successful outcome. I wouldn't consider going anywhere else for legal assistance.

Helped me out of crisis: I was under the influence of an unknown substance and committed a violent crime without realizing it was wrong. It was the worst moment of my life—I thought my life was over. Thanks to Mr. Seppi, I avoided jail time. If you're facing any trouble in LA, I highly recommend hiring Seppi to handle your case.

Extremely helpful: Attorney Seppi was highly professional. He patiently explained my case and potential solutions. Thanks to him, I received only community service hours instead of a conviction. If I need a lawyer again, I will return to Mr. Seppi because he genuinely cares about his clients and provides the best possible representation. 5 stars.

He was there when I needed him most: He was the one who cleared my name, allowing me to prove my innocence. Because he believed in me, we never accepted anything less than innocence. He stood by me for three years, and his expertise and professionalism were key to winning my case. He genuinely cares about his clients, and I couldn't be happier with the result.

A True God's sent! Attorney Mr. Seppi Esfandi: I cannot fully express how grateful I am to have been represented in court by Mr. Esfandi. My ex-wife, filled with anger, jealousy, and a desire for revenge after I decided to leave her, falsely accused me of domestic violence. Her malicious intent was to get me arrested and deported, preventing me from starting a new life with my new girlfriend. She even fabricated false evidence and presented it in court to ruin my life, as well as the lives of my family and my new partner. Mr. Seppi Esfandi is a fierce and formidable presence in court—I can vouch for his outstanding professionalism. I truly believe I couldn't have found a better attorney to defend me, especially one who shows genuine empathy and compassion. When I had no money and felt hopeless, God led me to his office. Mr. Esfandi went above and beyond, gathering all the necessary evidence to prove my innocence, which led to my case finally being dismissed. Yes, dismissed. I hope no one has to endure the ordeal I faced, but if you ever need a dedicated, understanding, and highly skilled attorney, you must call Mr. Seppi Esfandi now. Don't waste your time with others who only care about money and lack empathy. On behalf of my entire family, thank you, Mr. Esfandi. God bless you—always.