The Budris Law Group

The Budris Law Group is committed to defending the rights of the criminally accused in Los Angeles & South Bay.

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Firm Overview

The Budris Law Group is a criminal defense firm based in Los Angeles, CA. Since this happens to be one of the most heavily populated cities in the country, it is inevitable that there is a heightened law enforcement presence on the streets at all times. Unfortunately, this means that the residents of this city may find that they have been targeted as a suspect and/or that they are being accused of a crime that they have not committed. For this reason, the experienced lawyers at our firm are available to assist our clients whenever they need us most. Whether an individual has been accused of driving under the influence or of committing a juvenile offense, our dedicated legal team will be there every step of the way to protect their rights and fight for their freedom.

Not only do we have years of experience on our side and a comprehensive knowledge of criminal laws to back up our legal strategies, but we actually care about the well-being of our clients. Our firm truly understands how devastating the consequences of a criminal conviction can be, as it may make finding employment in the future a challenge or even cause irreversible damage to one's personal relationships, so we work tirelessly on every case to ensure that we are able to reach a favorable conclusion for our clients. Whether that means that we must conduct a thorough investigation of our client's arrest and/or the evidence that is being held against them or utilize every single resource that is available to us, we will not hesitate to do so.

We work by the idea that everyone is innocent until proven guilty, so when you enlist the help of an attorney from the Budris Law Group, you can rest assured that your legal representation will be on your side one-hundred percent of the way. We pride ourselves on being able to listen to the people that ask us for our help and on building trusting relationships with our clients. In doing so, we have found that we are better equipped to do our jobs, both in and out of the courtroom. First and foremost, we are criminal defense lawyers. Second to that, however, we are passionate litigators who welcome the chance to fight for the rights of those that have been tossed aside and deemed to be nothing more than a criminal.

If you are looking for the help of a firm that will believe in the future of your case and do whatever they can to assist you in avoiding the severe ramifications of a guilty verdict, look no further than the Budris Law Group. To find out how a Los Angeles criminal defense attorney from our firm can help you, contact the firm as soon as possible and tell us about your case.
Main Office

Los Angeles Office
1875 Century Park East 6th Floor
Los Angeles  CA  90067

Phone
  • (800) 474-1250
Fax
  • (310) 773-3010

Other Offices

  • South Bay Office
    3655 Torrance Blvd. 3rd Floor
    Torrance,  CA  90503

How did your firm decide on the primary area of practice(s)?

At the Budris Law Group, we do not put a limit on the types of cases that we handle. For this reason, we can confidently represent a wide variety of criminal cases, from driving under the influence offenses to accusations of murder or attempted murder. In doing so, we have found that we are able to reach a greater number of people in the Los Angeles and South Bay areas that truly need our help. At the end of the day, however, our only goal is to be able to assist our clients with whatever criminal law matter has been put in front of them. Whether an individual is looking for a way to have their criminal record expunged or they have been faced with the possibility of spending time behind bars, a lawyer from the Budris Law Group can be there every step of the way to guide them in the right direction.

What experience or education distinguishes your lawyers from others

The criminal defense lawyers at the Budris Law Group have been practicing law in the Los Angeles area for more than a decade. Attorney Lisa M. Budris maintains an extensive background in entertainment law and family law in addition to the work that she has done in the area of criminal law, while Attorney Christie Cronenweth retains memberships with the Central District Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys Association, the California Bar Association and the American Bar Association. Both of these women are well-rounded lawyers that are prepared for anything, and their unwavering dedication to their clients only adds to reasons why they have become such an unstoppable legal team. To find out how the Budris Law Group can assist you in fighting your criminal charges, we urge you to call our office today.

What distinguishes your law firm from others?

What sets our firm apart from the rest is that our knowledgeable legal team not only understands how to successfully represent the most difficult of criminal cases, but they truly care about the well-being of their clients. Whether an individual has been accused of committing a serious sex crime or of violating the terms of their parole, the dedicated lawyers at our firm will never turn someone away simply because the case seems like an uphill battle. Similarly, they pride themselves on being able to be honest with their clients about the consequences that they could face and about what options are available to them—as our firm is focused on maintaining trusting relationships with the people that have asked us for our assistance. To find out for yourself why we believe that the Budris Law Group is well-equipped to take on your criminal case, call our office today.

Lisa Budris

Lead Attorney Lisa M. Budris has been practicing criminal law for more than a decade in the Los Angeles and South Bay areas. After obtaining her Juris Doctor at Gonzaga University of Law in 1998, she has been working tirelessly to defend the rights of the criminally accused ever since. In that time, she has also managed to acquire memberships with the California Public Defenders Association, the Los Angeles County Bar Association, the Orange County Bar Association, the South Bay Bar Association, California Attorneys for Criminal Justice, the National Association Criminal Defense Lawyers, the American Bar Association and the Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles. Because of her extensive experience in representing difficult criminal cases, she focuses primarily on murder and attempted murder offenses, felony offenses, domestic violence allegations and sex crimes, which is not to say that she does not take on a variety of other related cases.

Christie Cronenweth

If you are struggling to find the end to heartbreak of a criminal charge, then you need to seek the counsel of an honest legal professional. it’s with the care of the team from The Budris Law Group that you will have the chance. Attorney Christie Croenweth serves as an attorney of counsel for the firm. She makes sure that solid legal advice is given to each client, and that everyone is provided with the helpful understanding and careful consideration that’s so deserved. She services all areas in the greater Los Angeles area including the South Bay. It’s with The Budris Law Group that Attorney Croenweth has managed to reach a greater audience, and provide many people in need with the careful and honest attention that is so deserved. You aren’t alone in your fight for a better beginning, so don’t wait any longer. Contact a Los Angeles criminal defense attorney now to schedule your first personalized consultation as soon as possible!
Education
  • Pepperdine University
    Juris Doctorate

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