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About Sam Ahmadpour

The attorney who
prosecuted first.
Now he defends.

Sam Ahmadpour spent nearly a decade as an LA County Deputy District Attorney before entering private practice. That insider knowledge — how cases are built, where they break, how prosecutors think — is what sets Ahmadpour Law apart.

Former LA County Prosecutor of the Year — MADD, 2014 over 60 jury trials completed — never lost a DUI prosecution JD, Loyola Law School · MBA, UCLA Anderson Published appellate precedent — People v. Ramirez Official commendation from the LA County DA's Office
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Sam Ahmadpour, Founding Attorney — Ahmadpour Law

Sam Ahmadpour · Founding Attorney · Ahmadpour Law

20+Years Experience
60Jury Trials
9+Years as Prosecutor
10/10AVVO — Superb
#1LA Prosecutor of the Year

The Background

He built cases
against clients like
yours for 9 years.

A UCLA graduate, Sam attended Loyola Law School in Los Angeles — home to the #1 trial advocacy program in the Western United States — where he served as a law clerk in the LA County District Attorney's Office in the Crimes Against Peace Officers and Major Narcotics sections.

His very first case as a clerk was featured on CBS's hit crime series "48 Hours Mystery."

Upon earning his JD, Sam joined the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office — the largest prosecutorial agency in the nation — where he served for over nine years. He tried over 60 cases before a jury, ranging from misdemeanor DUI to high-profile murder trials. Of the thousands of DUI cases he prosecuted, he never lost a single one.

People v. Wilkins
In 2014, Sam's prosecution of a nationally publicized DUI murder trial earned him the highest honor in the DA's Office. MADD named Sam Los Angeles County Prosecutor of the Year — in the largest prosecutorial agency in the nation. The case received coverage from major national media outlets.

Sam also served in the prestigious Victim Impact Program (VIP) unit, handling some of the most serious and complex cases in the office — including domestic violence and sex crimes — receiving media coverage from CNN, Huffington Post, LA Times, ABC, NBC, FOX, KCAL, KTLA, TMZ, and the Daily Breeze.

When Sam left the DA's Office to enter private practice, the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office issued him an official commendation for his dedicated service. That distinction reflects not just his record, but his reputation among colleagues and leadership.

Credentials & Recognition

Prosecutor of the Year
MADD · 2014 · People v. Wilkins · Los Angeles County · 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 — a rare distinction
Published Appellate Precedent
People v. Ramirez · 2nd District Court of Appeal · Vacated murder convictions · Juvenile resentencing precedent
JD · Loyola Law School
#1 Trial Advocacy Program in the Western US (U.S. News & World Report) · Law clerk, LA County DA's Office
MBA · UCLA Anderson
Strategic and business-oriented approach to every legal matter — a rare credential in criminal defense
AVVO Rating 10/10 — Superb
Client's Choice Award Winner
Over 60 Jury Trials · 0 DUI Losses
Every charge, every courthouse in LA County — from misdemeanor DUI to first-degree murder

Defense Practice

Setting precedent
on both sides.

As a criminal defense attorney, Sam has brought the same relentless preparation and strategic precision to his clients' defense that he once brought to his prosecutions. He practices in every major Los Angeles County courthouse — and it is highly likely that he knows the judge, prosecutor, and police agency assigned to your case.

People v. Ramirez — Published Precedent
As defense counsel, Sam secured a published decision from the California Court of Appeal, 2nd District, vacating murder convictions and establishing precedent for juvenile resentencing. Published appellate decisions are rare. This one changed the law.

Ahmadpour Law also deploys a fleet of elite private investigators — all retired law enforcement professionals, from Sergeant up to Captain. Their firsthand knowledge of police procedures, evidence collection, and investigative tactics is an asset few law firms can match. From the moment a case begins, our investigators are working to uncover every fact that can help your defense.

Sam also holds an MBA from UCLA Anderson — one of the nation's premier business schools. This dual expertise is unusual and intentional. Every legal strategy benefits from a clear-eyed analysis of risks, tradeoffs, and what the best realistic outcome looks like for your specific situation.

Beyond criminal defense, Ahmadpour Law provides sophisticated representation before California's professional licensing boards. When a criminal charge threatens both a client's freedom and their professional license, Sam coordinates both defense tracks simultaneously — protecting clients before the court and before the board.

Sam has served as a consultant to a law school professor on criminal law issues and continues to mentor other attorneys and students.

Sam is fluent in the language of law enforcement, prosecution, and defense. He has trained police agencies and fellow prosecutors. He has been a panelist for newly hired LA County Deputy District Attorneys. And he has been an annual invitee by UCLA Law School to speak with students about careers in criminal law.

Career Timeline

20+ years. Every stage
built for this.

UCLA
B.A. — University of California, Los Angeles
UCLA
Undergraduate degree from one of the nation's premier research universities.
Loyola
Juris Doctor — Loyola Law School
Loyola Law School, Los Angeles · #1 Trial Advocacy Program in the Western US
Concentrated in trial advocacy. Served as law clerk in the LA County DA's Office — Crimes Against Peace Officers and Major Narcotics sections. First case featured on CBS's "48 Hours Mystery."
2005–
2015
Deputy District Attorney
Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office — Largest prosecutorial agency in the nation
over 60 jury trials. Never lost a DUI prosecution. Served in the Victim Impact Program (VIP) unit. Trained prosecutors and law enforcement agencies. Named Prosecutor of the Year by MADD (2014). Received official commendation upon departure.
UCLA
Anderson
MBA — UCLA Anderson School of Management
UCLA Anderson · Top-ranked business school
Business strategy, negotiation, and risk analysis — applied to every client matter at Ahmadpour Law.
2015–
Present
Founding Attorney — Ahmadpour Law
Ahmadpour Law · Playa Vista, Los Angeles
Boutique criminal defense and professional licensing firm serving licensed professionals, executives, public figures, and individuals throughout Southern California. Published appellate precedent in People v. Ramirez.

Media Coverage

Recognized by
national media.

Sam's work as both a prosecutor and defense attorney has been covered by national and local media outlets. His cases have received attention from the country's most recognized news organizations.

Despite this visibility, Ahmadpour Law keeps most clients entirely out of the news. Client privacy and discretion are not just offered — they are a core commitment.

CNN
CBS
NBC
ABC
FOX
LA Times
HuffPost
KCAL
KTLA

Client Reviews

What clients say about working with Sam

"I am absolutely thrilled that I hired Sam to defend me in my criminal case. I was in a horrible situation — 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 · 5 Stars

"Compassionate, understanding and extremely knowledgeable, Sam assisted me with sound advice regarding my case. He even consulted on my behalf with colleagues to steer me in the right direction. I highly recommend Sam Ahmadpour Law for his personable and professional service."

— Verified Client

Verified AVVO Review · 5 Stars

"Sam was very professional and answered all my questions thoroughly. He took time with me and treated me with the utmost respect. He handled my case so well. I would definitely recommend him to anyone going through such a mess as this."

— Jennifer

Verified AVVO Review · 5 Stars

10/10 AVVO Rating · All reviews verified by AVVO

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