Law Office of Edward J. O'reilly
“Ed has been very attentive to all of my questions, concerns and always provides us with multiple solutions for me and my family.”
Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Manhattan Beach, CA
14 firms listed · 4 in Manhattan Beach · 5 open 24/7 · 9 open weekends · 12 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 17, 2026
Matthew G. Kaestner Attorney-Criminal Law Specialist
“He kept me informed of things along the way and did an excellent job advocating for me.”
La Firma Ruiz
“For my part, Costen Ruiz law firm are very good at working with you and are very attentive to what happens with your case day by day.”
Budris Law Group
“Every detail, every argument, every motion, every documentation, everything is 100% solid as a rock!”
Gammill Law
“David represented me on an important case and resolved the matter very quick with the perfect outcome.”
West Coast Defense
“I had a very old case that proved to be an extremely difficult one, But Anothony Falangetti worked hard, always maintained communication and concluded my case with a win.”
The 14 firms listed for Manhattan Beach, CA defend criminal charges for people. What each states about the offenses it takes and the courts it appears in comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.
Area overview: Manhattan Beach, CA
4 of the 14 firms we list are based in Manhattan Beach; the other 10 serve Manhattan Beach from Long Beach (15 mi) and Hermosa Beach (2 mi). The firms on this page are rated from 4.2 to 5.0 across 379 reviews; 1 has 50 or more reviews and 12 are rated 4.5 or higher. When clients rate these firms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (93%), responsiveness (85%) and value (67%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the firms on this page are "results", "communication" and "expertise". 5 are open around the clock; 9 are open on Saturdays and 8 on Sundays. The practice areas the firms on this page list most often on their websites are business law (2), civil litigation (2), domestic violence (2), hit and run (2) and real estate law (2). 1 has a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 9 websites of the firms on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1998. 5 offer urgent consultations and 7 offer a free initial consultation. 2 have Spanish-speaking staff. We count these figures across the firms on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the firm before you book a consultation.
Do any criminal law firms listed for Manhattan Beach offer free consultations?
7 of the 14 criminal defense firms here state that a first consultation carries no charge. Treat it as a chance to ask how your kind of charge is handled and who would cover your hearings. It is not the moment to describe the facts in detail to several firms in a row.
Frisco Law Offices
“Mr Frisco has a huge understanding of the law and approaches each case with meticulous attention to detail.”
Okabe & Haushalter
“I couldn't recommend them highly enough for anyone looking for an experienced and compassionate legal representation in Manhattan Beach!”
The Law Offices of Ty Anis
“He is factual in his approach, delivers solid results, and will work for/with you as he navigates you through the complex CA legal system for the best possible outcome.”
Matthew J Ruff, Long Beach DUI Attorney
“I'd recommend Attorney Matthew J Ruff to anybody that needs expertise service!”
Law Office of Theodore J. Batsakis
“Not only is Ted very knowledgeable and reliable, but he also genuinely cares about his clients and goes the extra mile.”
Justin Palmer Law Group
“He was able to get my battery case dismissed by showing that I was simply acting in self defense.”
Peter Johnson Law, A Professional Law Corporation
“I got all my questions answered about my case and left me with a clear understanding of what to do moving forward.”
Long Beach Law
“My uncle couldn't have pick any one better to handle his Will.”
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