Atty. Dana Cephas
Dana Cephas is a lawyer practicing employment law, criminal, labor & employment. Dana received a B.S. degree from University of Connecticut in 1983, and has been licensed for 33 years.
Criminal & More Attorney · Serving Los Angeles, CA · 33+ Years Experience
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About Dana Cephas at a Glance
Dana Cephas is a Member based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Cephas Law Firm. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on criminal defense and employment. Admitted to practice in Colorado (1993) and California (1996). Educated at University of Chicago (J.D., 1993) and University of Connecticut (B.S., 1983). Active member of State Bar of California American Bar Association. Serves clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Dana Cephas
- Dana Cephas is a lawyer practicing employment law, criminal, labor & employment
- Dana received a B.S. degree from University of Connecticut in 1983, and has been licensed for 33 years
- Dana practices at Cephas Law Firm in Los Angeles, CA
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Dana Cephas's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Dana Cephas handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Los Angeles.
Criminal Defense in Los Angeles
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Employment Law in Los Angeles
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Los Angeles
Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Los Angeles are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Los Angeles Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Los Angeles-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Los Angeles Choose Dana Cephas
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Dana Cephas's practice in the field of criminal defense and employment.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Dana Cephas brings 33+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Colorado and California, Dana Cephas can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering criminal defense and employment, Dana Cephas can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Los Angeles
A Los Angeles-based practice means Dana Cephas attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Dana Cephas Handles in Los Angeles
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Dana Cephas has experience with under California law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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