Los Angeles Criminal Defense — Former LA County Prosecutor of the Year

When the stakes are
highest, insider
knowledge wins.

Ahmadpour Law is a Los Angeles criminal defense and professional licensing law firm founded by Sam Ahmadpour, a former Los Angeles County Deputy District Attorney. The firm represents individuals, licensed professionals, executives, business owners, public figures, and families in sensitive investigations, criminal cases, and licensing matters.

more than 60 jury trials · LA County Prosecutor of the Year JD, Loyola Law School · MBA, UCLA Anderson Published appellate precedent — People v. Ramirez
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Sam Ahmadpour, founding attorney of Ahmadpour Law
20+Years of Experience
60Jury Trials Completed
0DUI Cases Lost as Prosecutor
10/10AVVO — Superb
Top 100National Trial Lawyers

Who We Represent

A boutique firm for clients
who can't afford to lose.

Ahmadpour Law serves a distinguished clientele whose reputations, careers, and freedoms are on the line. Every case receives Sam's direct, personal attention.

Licensed Professionals
Doctors, accountants, real estate agents, and insurance agents — when your license and livelihood are at risk, you need defense on both fronts simultaneously.
Business Owners & Executives
White-collar defense, fraud, and corporate criminal matters handled with the sophistication your situation demands.
Public Figures
Athletes, recording artists, entertainers, and high-profile individuals — discretion, speed, and strategic defense protecting your career and reputation from day one.
Individuals & Families
Anyone facing serious criminal charges in Los Angeles and Southern California who deserves elite-level, personally attentive representation.

Ahmadpour Law combines elite expertise with the accessibility and personal attention of a dedicated advocate — so that clients never feel alone in the most frightening moment of their lives.

Why Ahmadpour Law

He was on the
other side. That
changes everything.

Sam Ahmadpour spent nearly a decade as an LA County Deputy District Attorney — managing thousands of cases, completing more than 60 jury trials, and training both fellow prosecutors and law enforcement agencies throughout Southern California.

"I got to know my clients — the same people that as a prosecutor were just another police report. I learned that like the rest of us, they are human. Some made a fateful mistake and were judged upon one incident as a labeled reflection of their true character. Others were genuinely in the wrong place at the wrong time." — Sam Ahmadpour

In 2014, MADD named Sam Los Angeles County Prosecutor of the Year — in the largest prosecutorial agency in the nation — for his nationally publicized DUI murder prosecution.

People v. Wilkins — National DUI murder trial that earned Sam the Prosecutor of the Year designation from MADD and garnered coverage from major national media outlets.

When Sam transitioned to private practice, the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office issued him an official commendation for his service — a rare distinction upon departure.

People v. Ramirez — Published California Court of Appeal decision (2nd District). Sam set legal precedent in vacating murder convictions and juvenile resentencing.

Sam also holds an MBA from UCLA Anderson alongside his JD from Loyola Law School — a rare combination equipping him with both legal mastery and strategic business acumen that he applies to every client matter.


Read Sam's full background →
LA County Prosecutor of the Year
MADD · 2014 · People v. Wilkins · Largest prosecutorial agency in the nation
Official DA Commendation
Issued by the LA County District Attorney's Office upon Sam's transition to private practice
Published Appellate Precedent
People v. Ramirez · 2nd District CA Court of Appeal · Murder conviction vacated
JD · Loyola Law School
Concentration in Trial Advocacy · #1 Trial Advocacy Program in the Western US
MBA · UCLA Anderson
Business strategy and risk analysis applied to every case
AVVO Rating 10/10 — Superb
Client's Choice Award Winner
National Media Coverage
The New York Times · CNN · CBS · NBC · ABC · FOX · LA Times · Huffington Post

The Ahmadpour Advantage

What a former prosecutor
brings to your defense.

Prosecutorial Insight
Sam built cases for the prosecution for nine years. He knows exactly how the state constructs its arguments — and precisely where they can be dismantled.
Early Intervention
In many cases, retaining Sam before charges are filed can prevent them from ever being filed at all. The earlier he gets involved, the more tools he has.
Courthouse Relationships
Sam has appeared in courthouses throughout Los Angeles County and is familiar with local court procedures, prosecutorial practices, and law-enforcement agencies.
Business-Minded Strategy
Sam's MBA from UCLA Anderson informs every case. He understands stakes, risk, and negotiation in a way most attorneys simply don't.
Direct Personal Attention
Ahmadpour Law is a boutique firm. Every client works directly with Sam — no junior associates, no hand-offs, no exceptions.
Collateral Consequences
Most attorneys fight the charge. Sam fights the full picture — identifying immigration consequences, licensing impacts, and employment risks that other attorneys routinely miss.
Elite Investigative Team
Ahmadpour Law deploys a fleet of seasoned private investigators — all retired law enforcement, from Sergeant up to Captain. Their knowledge of police procedure, evidence gathering, and case investigation can inform the defense from an early stage.
Absolute Discretion
Despite extensive media coverage, Ahmadpour Law keeps most clients entirely out of the news. Your matter is handled with complete confidentiality.

Practice Areas

Comprehensive criminal defense
across every charge.

01
DUI Defense
Sam prosecuted thousands of DUI cases and never lost one. That same knowledge now defends you.
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Criminal Defense
From misdemeanors to high-profile murder trials — more than 60 jury trials of experience defending every charge.
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White-Collar Criminal Defense
Fraud, embezzlement, identity theft, and complex financial crimes defended with precision and strategy.
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Domestic Violence
Strategic defense with deep experience from both prosecution and defense in complex DV matters.
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Sex Crimes
Rigorous, sensitive defense against allegations that carry life-altering consequences.
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Drug Offenses
Cannabis, possession, sales, and distribution — with deep expertise in 4th Amendment search-and-seizure law.
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Seized Asset Recovery
Fighting government forfeiture and recovering assets seized by law enforcement.
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Record Cleansing
Expungements, record sealing, and full record-clearing to protect your future and employment.
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Professional Licensing
Representation before the Medical Board, DRE, Board of Accountancy, Department of Insurance, and more.
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Juvenile Crimes
Protecting young people's futures with strategic defense and a genuine belief in second chances.
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Pre-Filing Investigations
Intervening before charges are filed — and often preventing them from being filed at all.
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Federal Investigations
Strategic representation for target letters, subpoenas, search warrants, and federal investigative contact.
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Licensed Professionals
Coordinated criminal and licensing defense when a charge threatens both freedom and career.
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Restraining Orders
Focused representation where protective orders affect home, family contact, reputation, or employment.
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Second Opinions
A confidential, independent assessment of strategy, plea advice, communication concerns, or trial readiness.
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All Practice Areas
Weapons, restraining orders, violent crimes, building & safety, workplace investigations, and more.
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Administrative & Licensing Law

Your license is your
livelihood. We
protect both.

A criminal charge doesn't just threaten your freedom — for licensed professionals, it threatens everything you've built. Sam represents clients before California's most consequential professional licensing boards, coordinating criminal defense and licensing defense simultaneously.

This dual expertise is rare. Most attorneys handle one or the other. Sam handles both — protecting your record in court while protecting your license before the board.

Professional licensing practice →

Boards We Appear Before

Medical Board of California Department of Real Estate California Board of Accountancy California Department of Insurance Additional professional licensing boards

Client Results

I am absolutely thrilled that I hired Sam to defend me in my criminal case. As an attorney myself, with one mistake I was looking at losing my entire future. Sam came up with a game plan from the very start and was on top of everything.

— Attorney Client, Criminal Defense · Verified AVVO Review

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What to Do If You're Arrested in California

A step-by-step guide from a former LA County prosecutor. Know your rights before you need them.

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The earlier Sam gets
involved, the more he can do.

In many cases, early intervention prevents charges from ever being filed. Don't wait to find out what your options are.

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