Arash Hashemi

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  • Criminal Law, White Collar Crime, DUI & DWI ...
  • California
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Biography

As a child, all Arash Hashemi wanted to do was to play basketball in the NBA. One day, when he was 14, a family friend commented that Arash would be a good lawyer and should pursue law. Something clicked in Arash’s head and from that day on he wanted to be a lawyer. He had no clue about the journey that lay ahead, but he was determined to get to the finish line. In December of 2002, Arash was officially sworn-in as an active member of The State Bar of California. The very next day Arash was in court, taking part in a bench trial. He established the Law Offices of Arash Hashemi on March 1, 2003.

Since that sacred day in December of 2002, Arash has handled a wide variety of criminal cases. Ranging from a simple petty theft to complicated felonies, including murder. He particularly enjoys and is experienced in cases that involve self-defense. Arash has also represented thousands of Californians accused of violating their probation or parole and has argued and practiced before the California Court of Appeals. Arash is admitted to practice before all California State Courts and the United States District Court for the Northern, Eastern, Central & Southern Districts of California. Arash is the host of the Podcast “Hashing Out the Law“ and volunteers on a regular basis at the Mesereau Free Legal Clinic, in South Los Angeles. During his free time, he enjoys playing basketball and photography.

Practice Areas
Criminal Law
Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
White Collar Crime
DUI & DWI
Traffic Tickets
Suspended License
Domestic Violence
Domestic Violence Criminal Defense
Additional Practice Areas
  • Self-Defense
  • Name Changes
Video Conferencing
  • Zoom
  • WhatsApp
Fees
  • Credit Cards Accepted
    Visa, MasterCard, AMEX, PayPal, Zelle
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
California
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Languages
  • Persian: Spoken, Written
Professional Experience
President
Criminal Courts Bar Association
- Current
Board Member
West L.A. Chamber of Commerce
- Current
Host
Hashing Out the Law
- Current
www.HashingOutTheLaw.com
Advisory Board Member
Mesereau Free Legal Clinic
- Current
President-Elect
Criminal Courts Bar Association
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1st Vice President
Criminal Courts Bar Association
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2nd Vice President
Criminal Courts Bar Association
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Secretary
Criminal Courts Bar Association
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Treasurer
Criminal Courts Bar Association
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Board Member
Criminal Courts Bar Association
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Board Member
Iranian American Lawyers Association
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Education
University of La Verne College of Law
J.D. (2001)
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California State University - Northridge
B.A. (1998) | History
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Awards
Southern California Super Lawyers
Super Lawyers
Southern California Super Lawyers
Super Lawyers
Southern California Super Lawyers
Super Lawyers
Top 100 Trial Lawyers
The National Trial Lawyers
Top 100 Trial Lawyers
The National Trial Lawyers
Professional Associations
California State Bar  # 222454
Member
- Current
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Publications
Articles & Publications
Although the System is Broken, Newsom’s Move isn’t the Answer
Daily Journal Corp.
Bill Walks Back Tough-On-Crim Policies
Daily Journal Corp.
Trump And Cohen: What Lawyers Can Learn
Law360
Arrested for a Crime. Now What?
Speakeasy Publications
Drug Crimes & Penalties in California
Speakeasy Publications
Speaking Engagements
First Friday MCLE Ethics Luncheon: Ethical duties to a client with a criminal law issue., MCLE ETHICS CREDIT - FIRST FRIDAY LUNCH: Duties of an Attorney Who Does Not Practice Criminal Law to Clients with a Criminal Law Issue, Inotheke, 606 Broadway Ave, Ste 101, Santa Monica, CA 90401
Santa Monica Bar Association
California Drug Laws, Public Lecture, Mesereau Free Legal Clinic
Mesereau Free Legal Clinic
Crime & Culture: How Culture Comes Into Play During the Prosectutuion & Defense of a Criminal Case, MCLE, L.A. Law Library
Iranian American Lawyers Association
Certifications
Accreditation Number: 32284, POA Code: B4V
Department of Veterans Affairs
Websites & Blogs
Website
Law Offices of Arash Hashemi
Website
Hashing Out the Law (Podcast)
Blog
Blog
Legal Answers
2 Questions Answered
Q. I pressed charges on my ex for DV and the police have evidence that he did...would I have to go to court?
A: If he already pleaded guilty, has been sentenced, and the case is completely over you will not have to go to court
Q. Can an Attorney acquire a police report from the District Attorney that I was denied before?
A: The normal protocol is for the District Attorney to turn over all discovery to defense counsel.
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Contact & Map
Law Offices of Arash Hashemi
11845 W Olympic Blvd
Suite 520
Los Angeles, CA 90064
Telephone: (310) 448-1529
Fax: (424) 365-3338