Helfend Law Group - Santa Monica, CA
Helfend Law Group is a formidable Santa Monica criminal defense firm located at 312 Arizona Avenue. Spearheaded by veteran trial lawyer Robert M. Helfend, who has practiced exclusively in criminal defense for over forty years, the firm provides relentless defense in state and federal courts, having successfully defended more than 4,000 complex felony and misdemeanor cases.
Four Decades of Fierce Criminal Defense in Santa Monica
Facing criminal prosecution by the State of California or the United States federal government is an extraordinary crisis that puts your reputation, freedom, and future on the line. Situated at 312 Arizona Avenue in Santa Monica, Helfend Law Group delivers uncompromising criminal defense advocacy for individuals accused of serious crimes throughout Southern California. Established by criminal defense attorney Robert M. Helfend, who began practicing criminal law in 1984, the firm has spent more than four decades standing between the accused and the coercive power of the state. When individuals need to hire a criminal defense lawyer, they turn to Robert M. Helfend for seasoned trial strategy and fearless courtroom execution.
A distinguished veteran of California courts, attorney Helfend has successfully defended over four thousand criminal cases ranging from local misdemeanor citations to high-profile federal indictments. Recognized as a Top 100 Trial Lawyer by the National Trial Lawyers, selected to Super Lawyers, and holding an AVVO Superb rating, Robert M. Helfend personally manages every case accepted by the firm. Clients work directly with him rather than junior associates, benefiting from his razor-sharp understanding of prosecutorial tactics, rules of evidence, and judicial procedure.
Aggressive Defense in State Felony and Misdemeanor Cases
From the moment police officers initiate an investigation, having skilled legal counsel present can alter the trajectory of a case. Helfend Law Group intervenes early to prevent charges from being filed or to negotiate reduced offenses before arraignment. When clients require experienced criminal defense lawyers, the firm provides tenacious courtroom representation across a broad range of criminal charges:
- Violent crime defense lawyers representation in cases involving homicide, attempted murder, manslaughter, assault with a deadly weapon, and robbery.
- Compassionate defense through domestic violence lawyers, defending against protective order violations, spousal abuse allegations, and stalking claims.
- Drug crime defense lawyers advocacy in state and federal drug trafficking, narcotics sales, possession with intent to distribute, and manufacturing charges.
- Theft and burglary defense lawyers counsel involving commercial burglary, grand theft, identity theft, and possession of stolen property.
- Aggressive defense against sex crime allegations, including sexual assault, rape, and computer-related offenses, protecting clients from lifetime registration penalties.
- Comprehensive post-conviction relief, probation violation defense, and expungements to clear client criminal records.
Elite Federal Criminal Defense and White Collar Litigation
Federal prosecutions involve vast governmental resources, specialized investigative agencies like the FBI, DEA, and IRS, and stringent federal sentencing guidelines. Federal prosecutors rarely file charges without extensive wiretaps, financial records, and grand jury testimony. Robert M. Helfend possesses decades of courtroom experience defending clients in the United States District Court for the Central District of California.
The firm handles sophisticated white collar criminal investigations, including mail fraud, wire fraud, healthcare fraud, bank embezzlement, tax evasion, and conspiracy indictments. By conducting independent forensic accounting reviews, identifying Fourth Amendment constitutional violations, and challenging government witness credibility, attorney Helfend systematically dismantles complex prosecution cases.
Contact Helfend Law Group for Immediate Legal Assistance
In criminal law, waiting to retain counsel gives the prosecution an unnecessary advantage. Helfend Law Group is available 24/7 to intervene during police interrogations, secure reasonable bail at bond hearings, and construct an aggressive defense strategy. Contact the Santa Monica office today to schedule your confidential free consultation and put forty years of courtroom experience to work on your behalf.
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Location & Access
Primary Address
Located in the highly walkable Downtown Santa Monica district, just steps from the famous Third Street Promenade.
Building Location
This is a gorgeous three-story modern office building that houses a WeWork coworking space. It features floor-to-ceiling windows that flood the workspace with natural light, located just a short walk from AMC Santa Monica 7.
Parking Details
Visitors can utilize multiple public surface parking lots and parking structures nearby, such as those along 4th Street, which offer easy access to the pedestrian district.
Public Transit
Served by Metro Route 20 (Downtown LA - Santa Monica); nearest stop is at Santa Monica & 4th.
Accessibility / Suite Access
Enter through the modern main glass doors of the WeWork building on Arizona Avenue. The law group is situated in the professional coworking suites on the upper floors, accessible via the main lobby elevators.