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Franklin S. Adler
Law Office of Franklin S. Adler
424 South Beverly Drive
Suite 90212
Beverly Hills, CA 90212
Phone: (310) 553-8533 ext. 133 | Fax: (310) 553-8237
Criminal Defense - Beverly Hills - Competitive Prices
Legal Topic
Criminal Defense
Preferred New Clients
I prefer to work with clients who find themselves in trouble and are willing to work with me in their representation.
Sub-Categories
Criminal Defense
- Appeals
- Grand Jury Proceedings
- False Identification
- Misdemeanors
- Parole
- Probation
- Plea Negotiation
- Search & Seizure
- Victims' Rights
- Child Abuse
- Domestic Violence
- Elder Abuse
- DUI
- Felony Auto Accidents
- Driving with a Suspended License
- Driving without a License
- DWI
- Hacking
- Expungement or Expunction
- Drug Cultivation & Manufacturing
- Drug Possession
- Intent to Distribute Drugs
- Intent to Sell Drugs
- Medical Marijuana
- Illegal Possession or Transportation
- Other Weapons & Devices
- Bank Fraud
- Checks & Credit Cards
- Embezzlement
- Money Laundering
- Securities Fraud
- Arson
- Burglary
- Embezzlement
- Larceny
- Shoplifting
- Theft
- Abduction
- Child Abuse
- Child Pornography
- Indecent Exposure
- Prostitution, Solicitation, & Pandering
- Rape
- Sexual Assault
- Assault & Battery
- Domestic Violence
- Extortion
- Kidnapping
- Manslaughter
- Murder
- Robbery
Bar Admissions
CA, Dec 1973
Bar Number: 56417
Other Court Admissions
Ninth Circuit (Federal), Fifth Circuit (Federal), Central and Eastern Districts of California, Arizona (Federal), All courts of the State of California
Association Memberships
United States Supreme Court Bar Association, California State Bar
Continuing Education
I have attended numerous seminars covering all aspects of criminal law.
Example Cases
Female teacher accused of engaging in sexual intercourse with male High-School student - jury acquittal.
Numerous cases of teachers being acquitted of assault conduct against students.
Education
Degree:
B.A. Political Science
School:
UCLA
City:
Los Angeles
State:
CA
Year:
1968
Focus and Accomplishments:
Student manager of NCAA Championship Basketball team
Degree:
Juris Doctor
School:
Loyola University of Los Angeles
City:
Los Angeles
State:
CA
Year:
1973
Honors:
Dean's List
Focus and Accomplishments:
Intern, Office of the United States Attorney (Central District of California)
Number of Attorneys
1
State Licensed In
California
Firm Focus and History
My firm focuses on all aspects of the practice of criminal law from the first telephone call from a client to, where necessary, an appeal. I have learned something new every day of the past 29 years and apply all of my knowledge to provide the best representation possible to all of my clients.
Previous Employment Summary
1974-1977: Office of the Los Angeles County District Attorney
1977-1984: Sole practitioner specializing in the practice of criminal law
1984-1986: House Counsel to the Motion Picture and Television Fund
1986-2006: Sole practitioner specializing in the practice of criminal law
Activities and Awards
None
What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?
The more a client knows about the law and the issues pertinent to their cases the better; just as long as they understand that they did not graduate from law school and are not attorneys. An educated client makes my job easier.
Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?
If a client gives me a document I will read it. In fact, I demand that my clients prepare documents for my review.
Are you willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?
I offer minimal, if any coaching. Clients are in enough trouble merely being in court; self-representation usually results in a slam-dunk conviction.
Why did you decide to be a lawyer?
I became a lawyer to help people.
What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?
I have been both a laborer and a professional. During summers while in college I worked in the engine room of United States merchant vessels sailing between the west coast and Asia. After one year of Law School I enlisted in the United States Army and attended (and graduated from) Officer Candidate School before seeing combat in Vietnam. When I separated from the Army I returned to and graduated from Law School. My first job in the practice of law was as a prosecutor, which provided insight into the minds of my adversaries and enables me to better understand their motivation.
Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?
My first legal job was as a prosecutor and I enjoyed being in Court every day. When I left the office I looked forward to practicing Civil Law but quickly realized that it was not for me, insofar as it entails too much time in the office and too little time in Court.
What do you like best about your career?
I most enjoy helping clients out of the jams they get themselves into.
Tell us about your law firm:
As a sole practitioner I have no employees or associates.
What are your strengths and style?
I let no one outwork me and I take nothing for granted. I treat every case as if it is the first case of its type I have seen, and start with the basics. I do whatever it takes to be the most prepared attorney in the courtroom.
Up to trial I am personable and willing to work both with my client and the prosecution(where possible) to fashion the best resolution and disposition of the matter. But in trial I consider it my job to rip the flesh off the primary witness(es) against my client and work within legal and ethical boundaries to accomplish that task. I am relentless and merciless in cross-examining witnesses who lie, exaggerate or stretch the truth.
Personal Interests:
I enjoy UCLA basketball.
Office Manager/Assistant
None
Fax
(310) 553-8237
Office Hours
Monday through Friday
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Emergency After Hours
Yes
Foreign Languages
None
Fixed-Price Services and Fees
I have no fixed price services and fees. All cases are different and all clients are different. Everything I do is fine-tuned to the needs of the client and their ability to pay whatever fee we agree upon.
Hourly Rates
There are no fixed hourly rates. The rates vary depending on whether we are discussing interviews, office visits, court appearances or trials.
Free Initial Consultation?
I am always willing to give a free initial consultation but I can tell when a potential client is sincere or just shopping.
Typical Retainer
Depending on the type of case, facts of the case and history of the client, I either ask for all monies in advance - or - if I am willing to accept payments, one half of the fee in advance and prompt payments of the remainder.
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