DUI Lawyer
Arrested for DUI in California? You have just 10 days to request a DMV hearing to fight the license suspension. We take on the DMV and the criminal case — the stop, the breath and blood tests, and the procedure.
Get a free case reviewGrace Legal Group · Criminal Defense
California Criminal Defense AttorneysWe Fight to Dismiss Charges.
Our #1 goal is: Reduced charges, no jail time, or a dismissal.
- #1 Criminal Defense Firm
- 2 Lawyers On Your Case
- Faith-Based Representation
- Flexible Payment Plans
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1,000+Years of jail time avoided
25+Cases dismissed last year
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Case results
Real Cases. Real Results.
Clients who were facing years behind bars. These are their days in court.
Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Every case is different.
Your legal team
Meet the lawyers fighting for you
Grace Legal Group is a criminal defense firm committed to changing the way we think about criminal justice. Human beings are much more than what the prosecution accuses them of — so we defend the person, not just the charge, and we don't consider the job done until the result brings peace to you and your loved ones.
Zino O. Osehobo, Esq.Managing Attorney
Jordan Dixon Hamilton, Esq.Senior Attorney
2 lawyers on every caseFormer law enforcement investigatorsFaith-based representationMinority-owned firm
Our #1 goal is simple
- Reduced charges
- No jail time
- A dismissal
Criminal charges we defend
California criminal defense lawyers for every charge
Felony or misdemeanor, first offense or not — two lawyers on your case from day one.
Domestic Violence Lawyer
Charged under PC 273.5 or PC 243(e)(1)? DV cases move fast and usually come with a protective order. We fight for dismissal or reduced charges — and to get you back home.
Get a free case reviewDrug Offense Lawyer
Possession, possession for sale, transportation or manufacturing. We challenge the search, the lab results and any claim of intent to sell — and push for diversion when it fits.
Get a free case reviewGun Charges Lawyer
Felon in possession (PC 29800), carrying a loaded firearm (PC 25850), concealed carry (PC 25400) and gun enhancements. Illegal searches are the first thing we attack.
Get a free case reviewAssault & Battery Lawyer
Simple assault, battery, battery causing injury and assault with a deadly weapon (PC 245). Self-defense, false accusations and overcharging — we build the case the DA didn't see.
Get a free case reviewMurder & Attempted Murder Lawyer
PC 187 and PC 664/187 charges can mean 15 or 25 years to life. Two lawyers and our former law enforcement investigators, focused on reducing the charge or beating it.
Get a free case reviewSex Crimes Lawyer
An accusation alone can cost you your job and your name — and a conviction can mean prison and sex-offender registration under PC 290. Discreet, aggressive defense from the start.
Get a free case reviewFederal Crimes Lawyer
Under federal investigation or indicted? Federal cases mean federal prosecutors, federal agents and the federal sentencing guidelines. Get a defense team in place before you talk to anyone.
Get a free case reviewGang-Related Charges Lawyer
Gang enhancements under PC 186.22 can add years — even life — to a sentence. AB 333 made them harder to prove, and we hold prosecutors to every element.
Get a free case reviewDon't wait on this
The clock started the moment you were arrested
Early moves often decide how a criminal case ends. Here is what is already running.
10 days for DUI
After a California DUI arrest you generally have 10 days to request a DMV hearing. Miss it and the license suspension can take effect automatically.
Arraignment comes fast
If you are in custody, California law generally requires you to be brought before a judge within 48 hours (excluding weekends and holidays). Bail and release are argued there.
Evidence disappears
Surveillance video gets recorded over, phone records age out and witnesses forget. Our investigators move early to lock down what helps you.
Police are building a case
Anything you say to officers or detectives can be used against you — even "just to explain." Say you want a lawyer, then call us.
Why Grace Legal Group
Two lawyers. A real investigation. A second chance.
2 Lawyers On Your Case
Your case doesn't sit on one overloaded desk. Two attorneys work it, so more eyes are on the evidence, the motions and the deal on the table.
Faith-Based Representation
We believe people are more than what the prosecution accuses them of. With Grace, there's always a second chance — and we fight like we mean it.
Former Law Enforcement Investigators
Our investigative team of former law enforcement reviews every part of the case — the stop, the search, the reports — using what they know from the other side.
Mitigation Packets
Your version of events, our legal analysis, supporting evidence, character letters and community engagement — packaged to show the court who you really are.
Motions That Hold Them Accountable
We regularly file legal motions throughout your case to hold both the police and the prosecutor to the law. Bad searches and weak evidence get challenged.
Flexible Payment Plans
A private defense shouldn't be out of reach. We set up a payment plan that works for you and your family — talk to us about it at your free consultation.
Client reviews
What our clients say
5.0 out of 5 — based on 247 Google reviews
Zino and Tara helped me through a complex case where the city DA wanted a conviction. Through a new law, Zino got me out of the conviction.
Justin E.Client review
After meeting with Zino we hired him before even leaving the office. He was good about communicating what possibilities we were facing.
Miesha H.Client review
Zino will fight for you no matter the circumstances, he believes in second chance and truly believes in his clients true wishes and desires.
Alfred M.Client review
How it works
Three steps from arrest to a real defense
1
Call or send the form
Call (818) 619-2134 or send the form. It's 100% free, confidential and there's no obligation.
2
Free strategy consultation
Talk it through with the firm by phone, video call or in person at our downtown Los Angeles office. You'll hear the options and the payment plan before you commit to anything.
3
We build your defense
Our investigators review every detail, we file the motions that challenge the police and the prosecutor, and we prepare your mitigation packet — then we fight for reduced charges, no jail, or a dismissal.
Common questions
Questions people ask before they call
Yes. Your consultation is 100% free, confidential and comes with no obligation. You can do it by phone, by video call, or in person at our office at 145 S Spring St in downtown Los Angeles.
Dismissal is the goal we push for, and we had 25+ cases dismissed last year. Whether it's possible in your case depends on the evidence — that's why we investigate, challenge illegal stops and searches with motions, and build a mitigation packet. Where a dismissal isn't realistic, we fight for reduced charges and no jail time.
We offer flexible payment plans so you and your family can get a private defense without paying everything up front. We'll talk through the cost and a payment plan at your free consultation, before you commit to anything.
It means your case isn't handled by one attorney juggling a huge caseload. Two lawyers work your case together — more eyes on the evidence, the motions and any offer from the prosecution.
No. You have the right to remain silent and the right to an attorney. Politely tell officers you won't answer questions without a lawyer, then call us. Statements made "just to explain" are often the strongest evidence prosecutors have.
Yes. In California you generally have only 10 days from a DUI arrest to request a DMV hearing, or your license suspension can take effect automatically. The DMV case and the criminal case are separate — we handle both.
Yes. Our office is in downtown Los Angeles and we represent clients facing criminal charges across California. With phone and video consultations, you can talk to us from wherever you are.
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Don't go it alone. Talk to Grace Legal Group today — two lawyers, flexible payment plans, and one goal: reduced charges, no jail time, or a dismissal.
(818) 619-2134
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