Atty. Robert Stanley Ernenwein

Atty. Robert Stanley Ernenwein

A native New Yorker, Robert Ernenwein distinguished himself academically at Manhattan College and continued his impressive legal training at Whittier College School of Law, graduating in 1984. He honed his skills clerking for the Nassau County District Attorney and with civil law firms before joining the California Bar.

Torrance Torrance 42 yrs experience 42 year
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About Robert Stanley Ernenwein at a glance

Robert Stanley Ernenwein is an Attorney based in Torrance, California, practicing at Ernenwein Mathes Llp. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, drug crimes, criminal defense, juvenile, and sex crimes. Admitted to practice in California (1984). Educated at Whittier Law School (J.D. Moot, 1984) and Manhattan College (B.A., 1981). Serands clients in Torrance, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • A native New Yorker, Robert Ernenwein distinguished himself academically at Manhattan College and continued his impressive legal training at Whittier College School of Law, graduating in 1984
  • He honed his skills clerking for the Nassau County District Attorney and with civil law firms before joining the California Bar
  • From 1984 to 1987, Mr. Ernenwein served as a Deputy District Attorney in Los Angeles, conducting over 75 jury trials and negotiating settlements in hundreds of cases
  • He entered private practice in 1987, where he has since represented countless clients in misdemeanor and felony cases
  • Recognized as a Certified Specialist in Criminal Law by the California State Bar in 2003, Mr. Ernenwein's commitment to legal excellence is well established
  • He resides in Palos Verdes Estates with his wife Kristi and their five children
  • Balancing his professional life, he enjoys activities like boating, yoga, and golf in his free time

Practice Areas Explained

Robert Stanley Ernenwein's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Stanley Ernenwein handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

DUI / DWI Defense

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Drug Crimes

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Criminal Defense

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Juvenile Law

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Sex Crimes

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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 Torrance 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 andnue, 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.

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Where is Robert Stanley Ernenwein's law office located?
Robert Stanley Ernenwein's law practice is located in Torrance, California. The firm is Ernenwein Mathes Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert Stanley Ernenwein handle?
Robert Stanley Ernenwein focuses on dui/dwi, drug crimes, criminal defense, juvenile, sex crimes. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Robert Stanley Ernenwein practiced law?
Robert Stanley Ernenwein has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Robert Stanley Ernenwein go to law school?
Robert Stanley Ernenwein earned their education at (J.D. Moot, 1984); (B.A., 1981).
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Education

J.D. Moot
Whittier Law School
- 1984
B.A.
Manhattan College
- 1981

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1984

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