Atty. Stephanie Ames
Ms. Stephanie Ames is a lawyer practicing workers' compensation, criminal defense, federal crime and 5 other areas of law.
Criminal Defense & More Attorney · Serving Los Angeles, CA · 33+ Years Experience
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About Stephanie Ames at a Glance
Stephanie Ames is a Member based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at The Law Office of Stephanie Ames. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, drug crimes, criminal defense, workers comp, and federal crimes. Admitted to practice in Utah (1993), California (1998), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit (2000). Educated at University of Utah (J.D. B.A.H., 1993) and University of Utah (B.A.H., 1990). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers National Trial Lawyers Association American Bar Association Federal Bar Association. Serves clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Stephanie Ames
- Ms. Stephanie Ames is a lawyer practicing workers' compensation, criminal defense, federal crime and 5 other areas of law
- Stephanie received a degree from University of Utah in 1990, and has been licensed for 33 years
- Stephanie practices at The Law Office of Stephanie Ames in Los Angeles, CA
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Stephanie Ames's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stephanie Ames handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Los Angeles.
DUI / DWI Defense in Los Angeles
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Drug Crimes in Los Angeles
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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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Workers Compensation in Los Angeles
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
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Federal Crimes in Los Angeles
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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 Stephanie Ames
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 Stephanie Ames's practice in the field of dui/dwi, drug crimes, criminal defense, workers comp, and federal crimes.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Stephanie Ames 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 Utah, California, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit, Stephanie Ames can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering dui/dwi, drug crimes, and criminal defense, Stephanie Ames 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 Stephanie Ames 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 Stephanie Ames Handles in Los Angeles
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