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Debra White Criminal Defense Specialists Pro

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26565 Agoura Road, Suite 200, Calabasas, CA 91302, U.S.A.

Criminal Defense, State Crimes, Assault and Battery and 23 more

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About Debra White Criminal Defense Specialists

Criminal Defense Attorney Debra S. White | Experienced, passionate, honest. Free confidential consultation. Credit cards accepted.

Los Angeles Criminal Defense Attorney & Board-Certified Specialist Debra S. White

When Your Future Is on the Line, the Lawyer You Hire Matters Most.

• Board-Certified Criminal Law Specialist — State Bar of California, Board of Legal Specialization (2016-Present)

• 25+ Years Trial Experience in State & Federal Courts

• Selected to Super Lawyers® (every year since 2015)

• All 5-Star Client Reviews on Google, Avvo & Yelp

• Trusted, Aggressive, and Compassionate Defense

Your Freedom. Your Future. Our Fight.

Debra S. White is a California State Bar Board-Certified Criminal Law Specialist with more than 25 years of trial experience throughout Los Angeles. She is the lead attorney of her firm, Debra White Criminal Defense Specialists. She defends the full spectrum of criminal charges, from misdemeanors to serious felonies, including sex crimes, violent crimes, white collar crimes, domestic violence, DUI and vehicular manslaughter, narcotics, theft and property offenses, fraud, complex federal prosecutions, and high-profile cases.

Selected by Super Lawyers® for over a decade and trusted throughout Los Angeles and nearby counties, Ms. White is respected for her thorough preparation, clear communication, and determined advocacy, which have consistently led to positive results for her clients.

Fewer than 1% of California attorneys are Board-Certified in Criminal Law — a distinction that reflects expertise and advanced trial training. Ms. White, together with investigators, forensic specialists, and other necessary experts, bring that standard to every matter, from a first-time misdemeanor to a complex federal indictment, with a focus on:

• Early Intervention

• Thorough Investigation

• Strategic Negotiations

• Trial-Ready Preparation

• Discretion & Protection

 

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I can’t express how thankful I am for everything Debra did for my husband and our family. From the very beginning, she showed genuine care, compassion, and understanding for what we were going through. She didn’t just see us as clients, she treated us like real people who needed help and hope during a difficult time. Debra was always patient, honest, and kept us informed every step of the way. Thanks to her hard work and dedication, my husband’s case was handled with the attention it truly deserved. We’ll always be grateful for the support and guidance we received. I would recommend Debra to anyone who wants an attorney who truly cares about their clients and fights for them like family. Thank you once again Debra.

 
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Areas of Law

  • Criminal Law 14
    • Criminal Defense
    • State Crimes
    • Attempted Murder
    • Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol or Drugs
    • Drug Offenses
    • Internet Crimes
    • Manslaughter
    • Murder and Attempted Murder
    • Theft Offenses
    • Federal Crimes
    • Money Laundering
    • Violent Crimes
    • Internet-Related Crimes
    • Child Pornography

  • Assault 1
    • Assault and Battery
  • Family Law 1
    • Domestic Violence
  • Weapons Charges 1
    • Weapons
  • White Collar Crime 1
    • White Collar Crimes
  • Other 8
    • Arson
    • Fraud
    • Human Trafficking
    • Kidnapping
    • Sex Crimes (including Rape, Solicitation, and Offenses involving Minors)
    • Three-Strikes
    • Fraud, and Identity Theft
    • Other Sex Crimes

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    Free initial consultation
    Fixed fees available

    Accepted Credit Cards

    Other - Cash

  • Firm History
    Year Established

    2006

  • Additional Links

    https://www.dwhitecriminaldefense.com

  • Ownership Details

    Minority Owned

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