Richard L. Poland

Richard L. Poland is a California criminal defense lawyer at the Law Office of Richard L. Poland with more than 40 years of experience representing clients throughout Southern California. His practice includes criminal law, DUI and DWI matters, traffic violations, white-collar crimes, serious personal injury, and product liability. He devotes 99% of his practice to litigation. His work centers on defending clients facing criminal accusations and handling contested matters that require courtroom preparation, legal analysis, and direct advocacy.

Poland earned a J.D. from The University of Texas School of Law in Austin. He previously received an A.B. from Duke University. His education provided the academic foundation for a career focused heavily on litigation, criminal defense, and trial work. He entered practice in the early 1970s and developed experience across several state jurisdictions.

Poland is admitted to practice in Illinois, California, and New Jersey. His listed practice areas include criminal law, DUI and DWI defense, traffic violations, white-collar crimes, serious personal injury, and product liability. He represents clients charged with crimes throughout Southern California. His practice includes matters that demand close attention to evidence, procedural issues, and trial strategy. He offers representation in cases involving serious criminal allegations and other contested legal matters.

Richard L. Poland continues to focus on litigation and criminal defense from Long Beach, California. His decades of experience include representing clients in criminal matters and other disputes requiring courtroom advocacy. He works with people facing serious legal consequences and provides direct representation from case evaluation through resolution. His practice remains centered on preparation, litigation strategy, and protecting clients’ rights throughout the legal process.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Richard L. Poland
• Member, The State Bar of California
• Member, Illinois State Bar Association
• Member, New Jersey State Bar Association

Licensed State

• California
• Illinois
• New Jersey

Education

• The University of Texas School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Duke University
  A.B.

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