Atty. Howard Weitzman
Mr. Weitzman is recognized as one of the most influential attorneys in the nation.
Business Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Los Angeles, CA · 60+ Years Experience
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About Howard Weitzman at a Glance
Howard Weitzman is a Partner based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Khiks Kinsella Holley Iser Kump Steinsapir Attorneys. They have 60+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1966. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, business, litigation, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in California (1966), U.S. District Court, Central, Eastern and Southern Districts of California and U.S. Court of Appeals (1966), U.S. Supreme Court (1976), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1983). Educated at University of Southern California (J.D., 1965) and University of Southern California (B.S., 1962). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of California. Serves clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Howard Weitzman
- Mr. Weitzman is recognized as one of the most influential attorneys in the nation
- His practice includes litigation in civil, criminal, antitrust and regulatory forums
- Mr. Weitzman has been lead trial attorney in over 200 civil and criminal jury trials, and has represented over 1,000 individuals and companies on matters ranging from intellectual property and entertainment issues to family law and estate issues
- He has twice received the Jerry Geisler Memorial Award as the outstanding trial lawyer in Los Angeles County
- He has been profiled in a number of publications and was named one of the top fifteen lawyers in the country by The National Law Journal
- Mr. Weitzman’s clients have included every major motion picture studio, talent agencies William Morris, ICM and CAA, and many high-profile clients including John DeLorean, Michael Jackson, Marlon Brando, Morgan Freeman, Magic Johnson, O. J. Simpson, Sugar Ray Leonard, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Ivan Reitman, Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne, Sean Combs and Chuck Lorre, amongst others
- He currently represents the Estate of Michael Jackson
- He is perennially named a “Power Lawyer” by The Hollywood Reporter and in Variety’s “Legal Impact Report.” From 1995-1998, Mr. Weitzman served as Executive Vice President, Corporate Operations for Universal Studios, where he was responsible for restructuring the corporate part of the business
- Mr. Weitzman regularly counsels major corporations on contract and business strategies
- Mr. Weitzman taught Trial Advocacy at the University of Southern California Law School for 12 years
- He has lectured at Harvard, Georgetown Law Center, UCLA and numerous other law schools across the nation, and has been a speaker at countless seminars and symposiums for Bar Associations and conferences
- Mr. Weitzman has been a guest on many national television shows, including “Larry King Live,” “Dateline,” and “Good Morning America.”
Practice Areas Explained
Howard Weitzman's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Howard Weitzman 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
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Business & Corporate Law in Los Angeles
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Civil Litigation in Los Angeles
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Entertainment & Sports Law in Los Angeles
Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.
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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 Howard Weitzman
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 Howard Weitzman's practice in the field of criminal defense, business, litigation, and entertainment.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Howard Weitzman brings 60+ 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 California, U.S. District Court, Central, Eastern and Southern Districts of California and U.S. Court of Appeals, and U.S. Supreme Court, Howard Weitzman can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering criminal defense, business, and litigation, Howard Weitzman 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 Howard Weitzman attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Howard Weitzman Handles in Los Angeles
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Howard Weitzman 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.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Howard Weitzman directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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