DUI Defense

Los Angeles Defense Attorney Providing Effective DUI Defense Since 1984

For more than twenty years, the DWI defense law firm of Robert Michael Helfend, Attorney at Law, has been recognized for tough and effective defense of drunk driving and related DUI charges. I am attorney Robert Helfend. I want you to know that you don't have to roll over and accept the punishment that comes along with a DUI arrest. If you have been charged, your most important decision will be who you hire as your defense lawyer. You need a qualified, experienced, and aggressive lawyer who will fight for you.

Why hire me?

I am recognized for my integrity and my honest determination to help my clients get the best possible outcome. Why is that important? Prosecutors who know that I fight hard, but I fight fair, are more likely to work with me to reach a fair outcome for my clients. I am known throughout the criminal justice system as a respected DUI lawyer, who is tough, experienced, and highly skilled.

I make sure that your rights are protected

Consider the prosecution must prove that you were impaired at the time of driving. To do this you will most likely be asked to submit to a blood alcohol test or field sobriety test, and answer questions about your drinking. However many people are unaware of their rights during a traffic stop: you have the right to refuse to submit to a chemical test or to answer most questions. The refusal to submit to chemical tests many lead to loss of driving privileges for one year or longer depending on your prior convictions. The vast majority of people accused of drunk driving are not "criminals"; but in fact, ordinary citizens caught in the criminal justice system. A vigorous defense can be mounted challenging the opinion of the police officer and the validity of the tests. Independent witnesses who can attest to the amount of alcohol the accused drank can help discredit the officer's testimony.

I only make promises I know I will keep

If you have been charged with drunk driving, or a related DWI charge, I am ready to start providing an aggressive and effective defense. Contact me right away to discuss the circumstances of your arrest and DUI charges. There are a lot of lawyers in Southern California who will say they can get you off. I won't make that promise, and you shouldn't believe any attorney who does. I've been practicing exclusively in the area of DUI and criminal defense since 1984. And I use every minute of that experience to help you get the best possible outcome for your charges. I promise.