- Criminal DefenseIf you have been accused of assault or battery, you need a criminal defense attorney as soon as possible. At Shevin Law Group, our former prosecutor is an aggressive and experienced advocate who can help you fight your charges. We will work tirelessly to protect your reputation, your freedom, and your future. We understand that these charges affect all aspects of your life, and we will do everything we can to help you resolve your case as favorably as possible.
- DUI/DWIWhen facing a charge for driving under the influence (DUI), it can feel like your world is caving in. That’s understandable given the potential sanctions, but the good news is this–there are more DUI defense strategies available in California than most people realize.
- Traffic ViolationsThere are several ways a police officer can conduct a legal search. They can get the defendant’s permission to conduct the search. They can get a judge to issue a warrant. They can see evidence in plain sight–e.g., if illegal drugs are sitting on the passenger’s seat when the officer pulls someone over for speeding.
- Sex CrimesThe federal government has the ability to prosecute any case that falls under a federal criminal statute. These include violent crimes, drug crimes, sex crimes, interstate crimes, international crimes, conspiracy crimes, Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO) violations, and many others.
- FraudIn short, anything that involves obtaining financial gain through cheating falls under the umbrella of criminal fraud. Therefore, the penalties for those convicted can be just as wide-ranging. The person who uses someone else’s credit card to go on a weeklong vacation will certainly suffer consequences–but not as severe as those imposed on the person convicted of swindling millions from people in a stock fraud.
- RobberyIntent of stealing. But the fact no force is used in a theft case makes it less severe than robbery, which presumes the use or the threat of force.
- BurglaryBurglary. These terms can be used interchangeably in casual conversation, but there are all distinct offenses, and those distinctions have legal implications.
- White Collar CrimesFederal authorities will sit, watch and wait, sometimes for years, until they have identified everybody involved in a crime and feel that they have a bulletproof case. In most cases, white collar crimes are considered federal offenses. Additionally, federal prosecutors can elect to prosecute state cases that also constitute federal crimes. The penalties for Federal Crimes are much more serious than state crimes and defendants are not automatically entitled to bail following their arrest.
- Theft
- MisdemeanorsEither grand theft or petty theft can be charged as either a felony or misdemeanor. Most petty theft cases fall into the latter category. This carries the potential of six months in a county jail and up to a $1,000 in fines.
- EmbezzlementFurthermore, this presumes that the theft crime stood on its own–i.e., that it was not a part of any other criminal activity. Embezzlement of thousands of dollars of company money is grand theft. If that money was then used on activity related to narcotics, the penalties can be even higher. Even if the crime does stand on its own, the person charged might have known criminal associates that authorities suspect of bigger violations.
- Drug CrimesMr. Shevin has been featured and/or quoted in the following media outlets: Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Daily Journal, ABC News, CBS News, MSNBC, Fox News, the Newshour with Jim Lehrer, Huffington Post, National Public Radio, Hartford Courant, Orange County Register, Orange County Weekly, LA Weekly, The 420 Times, West Coast Leaf, Marijuana Anti Prohibition Project, Press Enterprise, Metropolitan News Enterprise, Hemp Evolution, The Compassion Club, Cannabis News, The Medical Marijuana Magazine, The Marijuana News, and was featured in the High Times Freedom Fighter of the Month article in 1995. Mr. Shevin interviewed live on KCRW regarding the dismissal of 66,000 marijuana charges in LA County: Listen Here
- AssaultAssault and battery charges are often brought against people who are involved in physical confrontations. However, assault and battery can also be committed against a person's property. For example, throwing a rock through a car window is considered assault and battery against the car owner's property.
- MurderFurthermore, it must be shown that the harm threatened was greater than the harm done to the victims of the fraud. For example, participating in a scheme that defrauds the elderly of their pensions on the grounds that someone threatened to key your car won’t cut it. But a fraudster showing you pictures of your children at school with an unspoken threat of kidnapping or murder? Now we’ve got duress.
- Juvenile Crimes
- Probation ViolationWhen someone is first sentenced to probation, it feels like a second chance. A chance with serious restrictions to be sure. But it’s a far cry from prison time and it's a chance to have one’s life in better shape when the sentence is up. Now, facing a probation revocation hearing, all of that is jeopardized. Probation violation in California comes with a lot of risk, but a good
- Identity TheftMistaken Identity: What if it really wasn’t you that committed fraud? Identity theft is a serious business and there are people who are exceptionally skilled at making themselves appear to be someone else.
- Restraining OrderMr. Fisch defends clients in administrative hearings involving the California Department of Motor Vehicles, the California Department of Real Estate, and other state and local agencies. Mr. Fisch also practices civil litigation including collection cases, forfeiture cases, restraining orders, writs, and other various disputes. Mr. Fisch was named a Rising Star by Los Angeles Magazine for Criminal Defense in 2010 and 2015. Mr. Fisch is an advocate for the reform of marijuana laws and takes pride in representing medical marijuana patients, caregivers, and collectives in criminal and civil settings.
- Forgery
- Money LaunderingMoney laundering serves a number of criminal purposes, from helping illegal drug money become legitimate to financing international weapons rings. That’s why it’s taken so seriously by both investigators and in sentencing. It’s also all too possible for people to be unknowingly swept up money laundering’s complex web. A money laundering defense lawyer becomes necessary to secure your freedom and your reputation.
- Kidnapping
- ManslaughterGross Vehicular Manslaughter While Intoxicated - The offender has caused a death due to their intoxication, which carries a sentence of four to 10 years in state prison and/or fines of up to $10,000.
- Internet Crimes
- Prostitution
- Hit and Run
- Business FormationMr. Shevin also provides counsel to lawful cannabis cultivators, processors, distributors, dispensary, and delivery outlets on issues involving legal structure, business formation, tax reporting, and compliant business operations. Mr. Shevin's client list includes cannabis industry leaders in all aspects of the cannabis industry. Mr. Shevin also assists clients with brand development, trademark, and marketing solutions.
- Business DisputesNarek earned his bachelor’s degree in Business Law from California State University, Northridge in 2011. He is fluent in Armenian and Russian languages. In his spare time, Narek enjoys traveling and spending time with friends and family.
- Business TransactionsTaxes might be illegally evaded any number of ways that go beyond a simple refusal to file on April 15. It’s also possible that someone might understate their income or overstate their deductions. Certain business transactions might be conducted in cash, and that income is never reported. Taxable income might be illegally concealed in an offshore account.
- Intellectual Property
- Real Estate Litigation
- Tax Law