Leah Naparstek

Leah Naparstek is a California criminal defense attorney at Long Beach Criminal Attorney, who represents people accused of misdemeanors and serious felonies throughout the state. Her practice is devoted exclusively to criminal defense and includes substantial DUI work. She handles cases requiring close review of police conduct, evidence, witness credibility, and available defenses. Her representation focuses on protecting clients’ rights while guiding them through each stage of the criminal process.

Ms. Naparstek earned her law degree from Abraham Lincoln University of Law, graduating summa cum laude in 2008 as class valedictorian. Her legal education prepared her for advocacy involving detailed case analysis, statutory interpretation, and courtroom procedure. She later obtained her license to practice law in California and built her career around direct client representation.

Ms. Naparstek gained legal experience at an immigration law firm while attending law school and continued there after graduation. That work involved immigration matters and client advocacy before she moved into criminal defense. Her current practice covers DUI defense and criminal cases ranging from minor misdemeanors to serious felony charges. She represents clients in matters involving assault, domestic violence, drug crimes, fraud, theft, driving offenses, sex crimes, violent crimes, juvenile cases, and appeals.

Leah Naparstek is admitted to California state courts, the US District Court for the Central District of California, and the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. She is admitted to the United States Tax Court as well. Her criminal defense work combines legal analysis, negotiation, and courtroom advocacy. She represents clients throughout California and works to develop defense strategies based on the facts, evidence, and legal issues presented in each case.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Long Beach Criminal Attorney
• Member, The State Bar of California
• Member, American Bar Association
• Member, Los Angeles County Bar Association
• Member, San Fernando Valley Bar Association
• Member, Criminal Courts Bar Association
• Member, Private Defenders of California, Inc.

Licensed State

• California

Education

• Abraham Lincoln University of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)

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