Karthik Krishnan is known as one of Southern California’s premier criminal defense attorneys. His legal skill set is matched by only his dedication, compassion, and empathy for his clients. He believes in every client and strives for their success in their legal proceedings and beyond. His philosophy centers around providing personalized attention to each client, ensuring that they feel heard and supported throughout the legal process. He understands the profound impact that criminal charges can have on individuals and their families. He is committed to protecting their rights while being a compassionate and diligent advocate for them.

Mr. Krishnan has extensive courtroom and litigation experience all over California. He serves a broad area of California counties including Los Angeles, San Bernardino, Orange, Ventura, Santa Barbara, and San Luis Obispo.

Throughout his many years as a criminal defense attorney Mr. Krishnan has successfully defended clients in an extensive variety of criminal cases and driving under the influence matters. He has conducted numerous jury trials and is a fierce courtroom advocate for his clients.

Mr. Krishnan, a Southern California native, graduated from Loyola Law School Los Angeles where he honed his craft in the criminal justice system through the Hobbs Trial Advocacy program. As a law student, Karthik was a certified law clerk with the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office, where he was assigned to the Hardcore Gang Unit and the Preliminary Hearings Unit.

This experience gave him a unique glimpse into the other side and following graduation, Mr. Krishnan immediately jumped into criminal defense practice. He has been handling all areas of criminal defense for well over a decade.

Mr. Krishnan is an active member of the California Attorneys for Criminal Justice, California DUI Lawyers Association, and the South Asian Bar Association. He has been named a 3-time Superlawyer Rising Star, National Trial Lawyers Top 40 under 40, and has achieved Top 10% in the U.S.A. designation for Criminal Defense by Lawyers of Distinction.

To get in touch with Attorney Karthik Krishnan, call (818) 287-0169. Initial consultations are provided free of charge.