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Phillip L. Zalewski Partner Apkarian & Zalewski"FORENSICS HAVE EVOLVED - YOUR CRIMINAL DEFENSE LAWYER NEEDS EQUAL (or higher) KNOWLEDGE"

Philip L. Zalewski co-founded Apkarian and Zalewski, A Professional Corporation, which specializes in criminal law, in 2007. His goal was to establish a unique law firm to give clients personalized, zealous, and dedicated representation. Zalewski, a practicing criminal defense litigation attorney, was appointed as president and CFO of the corporation and remains actively involved in every aspect of the business.


Skilled in all facets and phases of criminal law, Zalewski’s cases range from minor infractions to special circumstance and death penalty murder cases. Zalewski has more than 20 years of courtroom experience and along with his representation of clients he regularly attends and teaches DNA and forensic science classes and seminars.

As law enforcement becomes more “high tech,” clients need a lawyer with in-depth knowledge of a broad range of forensic sciences. Zalewski’s background and experience have made him a leading legal expert in such areas as DNA, fingerprints, serology, firearms, ballistics, accident reconstruction, computers, and chemical analysis, among others. Zalewski is often contacted by other lawyers to assist with forensic science cases.

In 1985, Zalewski received his Bachelor of Science in mechanical engineering with a focus in computer aided design from Michigan State University. As a disciplined and highly skilled student, he was also employed by General Motors as a testing and development engineer. After receiving his degree he continued his education, receiving his Jurist Doctorate from The University of Michigan in 1988.

Licensed by the California State Bar, Zalewski worked as a Senior Deputy Orange County Public Defender gaining over18 years of experience in negotiation, pretrial hearings, pleas, motions, court trials, jury trials, sentencing, modifications, and expungements, before founding Apkarian & Zalewski. He has gained the reputation among the judges, his peers, and prosecutors for highly skilled and zealous representation of his clients. He is a member of a myriad of associations including the California State Bar, California Public Defender’s Association, Orange County Bar Association, National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, West Orange County Bar Association, Celtic Bar Association, and California Lawyers for Criminal Justice.

Zalewski believes every case and every client should receive the same attention, dedication, and highly skilled representation whether the case is easily defended or not.

A longstanding Californian, Zalewski resides in Long Beach. Complimenting his high energy career he enjoys skydiving, scuba diving, formula race car driving, and motorcycle riding.
 

SANTA ANA CRIMINAL LAW LAWYERS: Apkarian & Zalewski are who you want on your side

We specialize only in criminal defense. Combined, we have 25 years of experience defending clients who have faced charges ranging from misdemeanors to multiple homicides.

Our areas of expertise INCLUDE: Defending clients who have been caught driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, or have been charged on drug related charges, or you have been accused of theft, or you have been charged for a juvenile offense. We also focus on domestic violence cases, sex crimes, and we are very familiar with the Californian three strikes law.
In addition to these areas of practice we specialize n white-collar crimes and major fraud cases.


We serve all ORANGE COUNTY COMMUNITIES including the cities of Aliso Viejo, Anaheim, Brea, Buena Park, Costa Mesa, Cypress, Dana Point, Fountain Valley, Fullerton, Garden Grove, Huntington Beach, Irvine, La Habra, La Palma, Laguna Beach, Laguna Hills, Laguna Niguel, Laguna Woods, Lake Forest, Los Alamitos, Mission Viejo, Newport Beach, Orange, Placentia, Rancho Santa Margarita, San Clemente, San Juan Capistrano, Santa Ana, Seal Beach, Stanton, Tustin, Villa Park, Westminster, Yorba Linda


Apkarian & Zalewski

ADVOCATES OF YOUR FREEDOM IN SANTA ANA

At Aprkarian & Zalewski we understand that facing criminal charges can be a life changing event. It affects you and your family, as well as your livelihood. During our combined 25 years of experience in defending individuals like yourself, we have learned how to assist you to fight your case while maintaining your integrity and confidentiality.

HOW WE WORK

Our criminal defense team has a personal approach. We listen to our client and develop a defense strategy that fits the client’s needs. This always includes confidentiality, communication, and compassion for the client’s circumstances.

Our firm’s lead lawyers, Gassia Apkarian and Philip Zalewski, have focused and specialized solely on criminal defense. Combined, they have 25 years of experience defending clients who have faced charges ranging from misdemeanors to multiple homicides.

CALL US NOW IF YOU WANT RESULTS!

11 REASONS TO CONTACT US:

 

  1. Visit the client whether in custody or not
  2. Review all the charges and provide an assessment of what to expect
  3. Contact the prosecutor and get all police reports that we will share with the client
  4. If you want your family to be included in the discussions, we will include them only to the extent you authorize
  5. We will research and write all motions in house
  6. We hire investigators and experts only on an as needed basis
  7. We listen to the client and make sure the client is a part of each and every phase of the defense strategy
  8. We will work out a payment plan to fit your needs
  9. We are available at all hours so the client and family members can call us with questions or updates
  10. We believe in confidentiality, communication and compassion
  11. We treat every case differently, depending on the needs of the client


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