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About Lessem, Newstat & Tooson, LLP

Our Ventura criminal defense team at Lessem, Newstat & Tooson, LLP specializes in criminal defense. Led by Jeremy Lessem and J. Tooson, our team has more than 50 years of combined experience in criminal law and has achieved many notable victories in serious criminal cases over our years in practice.

According to the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization, having a criminal law specialist on your side is a valuable asset in any complicated criminal defense case. Attorney Jeremy Lessem, is certified by the Board. With a legal representative like Mr. Lessem standing up for your rights in court, you can have peace of mind that your case is in good hands.

We have effectively defended thousands of individuals in a wide range of criminal cases, including DUI, murder, other serious felony charges, and more.

A Dedication to High-Quality Representation

Our trial lawyers are dedicated to becoming exemplary legal representatives. That is why Jeremy Lessem is certified by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization. As a criminal law specialist, Mr. Lessem is included in an elite group of California attorneys; less than one percent of lawyers across America who practice criminal law are certified specialists. According to the Board of Legal Specialization, hiring a certified attorney is wise; the more complicated your case is, the more you need a lawyer who is familiar with criminal defense. At our firm, we are devoted to becoming the best legal representatives we can be. Mr. Lessem’s certification is a reflection of his desire to constantly become a more educated and knowledgeable legal advocate.

Not Guilty After a Trial

Indecent Exposure

$100,000

Motorcycle Accident

Out-Patient Mental Health Treatment

Battery

Dismissed

Felony Vandalism of an Automobile

Dismissed

Possession of Drug Paraphernalia

Felony Charge Reduced To A Misdemeanor

Multiple Felony Charges

$1,000,000

Wrongful Death

Dismissed

Narcotic Trafficking & Conspiracy

Mental Health Diversion

Robbery, Residential Burglary & Criminal Threats

Dismissed

Destroying a Hotel Room With Excess of $10,000 in Damages

I owe this team so much and will always be grateful for their work.

Their No. 1 Priority is Achieving Positive Outcomes for Clients

I have nothing but praise.

No Jail Time

We are very pleased and impressed!

I just want to say thank you for your expert handling of my son’s case this summer.

DEFINITELY the best lawyer

Thank you for all the work you put into my case and for believing in me

I will recommend you and your firm to anyone

Having a clean record has allowed me to pursue a successful future

Our Promise to You

Lessem, Newstat & Tooson, LLP is one of Southern California’s leading full-service litigation law firms, and we are dedicated to providing winning legal defense to those in need. With more than 50 years of combined courtroom experience and hundreds of jury trials to our name, there is no case that is out of reach when it comes to defending and protecting the rights and freedoms of those accused of crimes in Southern California. We have built a law firm predicated on the belief that accused individuals are innocent until proven guilty.

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  • No Recovery, No Fees for All Injury Cases
  • Strong & Attentive Counsel Available 24/7
  • 50+ Years of Combined Legal Experience
  • 1,000's of Cases Handled In & Out of Court

Discuss Your Case Today

All of our clients are treated with honest, fair, and truthful legal counsel, and with the dignity and respect they deserve. No matter your situation, Lessem, Newstat & Tooson, LLP will review your case immediately.

  • Our early intervention in a criminal case can often lead to a full dismissal or reduced charges.
  • Immediately involving us after an injury can help you secure maximum compensation for your pain and suffering.

When it is necessary to take your case to trial, you can have confidence that every possible advantage will be pursued.

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