3 Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Glendale, CA

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LARA YERETSIAN

YERETSIAN LAW
330 North Brand Boulevard, Suite 120,
Glendale, CA 91203 Directions

Since 1998

Practice Areas:

White collar crimes sex crimes including online sex offenses assault and murder criminal threats stalking money laundering fraud domestic violence driving under the influence (DUI) drug-related DUI cannabis-related charges Theft environmental crimes

2026 Highlights: Lara Yeretsian completed her Juris Doctor at Southwestern University School of Law and her Master of Laws at Georgetown University Law Center. She has successfully represented defendants accused of a wide spectrum of crimes. She has been licensed to practice in California for 28 years. She is a member of the US District Court Southern District of Georgia, State Bar of California, U.S. District Court Central District of California and the Armenian Bar Association. Lara was honored as the 28th Congressional District Woman of the Year by Congressman Adam Schiff in 2019. She believes that each client deserves to be treated with dignity and to receive representation to produce the best result in their cases. Lara is fluent in English, Armenian, and Arabic. Lara and her team possess the experience, knowledge, and expertise necessary to meet your criminal defense needs. They carefully evaluate your case and provide you with understanding and compassion to alleviate your fears. They will guide you through the criminal and DMV processes after an arrest. They will advocate for your interests and try to preserve your driving privileges. They represent individuals in Glendale, Burbank, Pasadena, San Fernando Valley, Sherman Oaks, Beverly Hills, West Hollywood, and throughout Los Angeles in all DUI cases, including felony charges.

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Business Woman of the Year Award from Armenian American Chamber of Commerce in 2010
Women Achievers Award from Business Life Magazine in 2018
Top Attorney Award from Pasadena Magazine in 2019
License #194110

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MICHAEL BERG

LA DEFENSE TEAM
144 North Glendale Avenue Glendale, CA, Suite #200,
Glendale, CA 91206 Directions

Since 2006

Practice Areas:

Assault Battery Criminal Threats Disturbing the Peace Domestic Violence Drug Crimes Marijuana Charges Marijuana DUI Possession for Personal Use Possession for Sale of Controlled Substances Drunk in Public Charges DUI Elder and Dependent Abuse Indecent Exposure Kidnapping Restraining Orders The Criminal Process DMV Hearing DUI-Related DMV Hearing Parole Violation Hearings Theft Charges Burglary Commercial Burglary Grand Theft Petty Theft Traffic Ticket Driving With a Suspended License Hit and Run Criminal Charges Victims' Rights Weapon Charges Assault With a Deadly Weapon Carrying a Concealed Weapon

2026 Highlights: Michael Berg completed his J.D. from the Southwestern University School of Law. He is a member of the California State Bar. Michael has been licensed to practice in California for 20 years. Michael has formed close ties with other attorneys and judicial officers. He has also successfully worked with expert witnesses on DUIs, DNA, gangs, accident reconstruction, mental health, and other issues to develop defenses and prepare the best arguments for pre-trial and trial phases. He has represented over 1,000 clients in felony trials and misdemeanors and is recognized for his strong legal and factual defenses. He has represented more than 1,000 clients in felony and misdemeanor cases in Los Angeles, Orange, San Bernardino, Ventura, Riverside, San Diego, Santa Barbara, Imperial, and Kern counties. LA Defense Team was founded by Michael Berg and Levon Kyurkchyan. Their attorneys are dedicated and personally and directly available to their Clients via phone, text, or email 24/7. They offer a free consultation to their clients. The firm offers numerous payment options available to every client regardless of their financial status

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License #243192

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(888) 589-9994 (818) 543-4529

Mon-Fri: 8am - 8pm
Sat & Sun: By Appointment

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MARIYA MELKONYAN

LAW OFFICES OF MARIYA MELKONYAN
450 North Brand Boulevard, Suite 600,
Glendale, CA 91203 Directions

Since 2008

Practice Areas:

Violent Crime Lawyer Felony Case Defense Federal Crimes Homicide White Collar Crime Expungement Juvenile Crimes State Fraud Crimes Domestic Violence DUI Murder Manslaughter Attempted Murder Kidnapping Robbery Sex Offenses Lewd Act on a Child Embezzlement Credit Card Fraud Robbery Arson Carjacking

"Mariya Melkonyan is a managing attorney at the Law Offices of Mariya Melkonyan. She completed her Bachelor of Science at the University of Southern California and her Juris Doctor at California Western School of Law. After she completed her law degree, she served as a deputy district attorney IV at the Riverside District Attorney’s Office in Riverside. Mariya has 18 years of experience as a deputy district attorney and jury trial experience varying from minor misdemeanors to serious felonies. Mariya Melkonyan understands the emotional and legal consequences of domestic violence cases from her previous experience as a Deputy District Attorney. Ms. Melkonyan and her team at the Law Offices of Mariya Melkonyan are passionate about fighting for their clients. They have 28 years of combined experience and are skilled at anticipating and interpreting the prosecution’s case. Contact the Law Offices of Mariya Melkonyan to get a free consultation. They offer a wide range of criminal defense legal services in Los Angeles and neighboring counties.

2026 Highlights: Mariya Melkonyan offers criminal defense legal services in Los Angeles, Orange, San Bernardino, and Riverside counties."

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License #261473

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(424) 901-3131

Mon-Sun: 8am - 9pm

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