When criminal charges put your future in jeopardy, we prepare to fight. Call (424) 667-6455 today or contact us online to schedule a consultation.
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Rancho Palos Verdes Criminal Defense Lawyer
Former Prosecutor. Proven Litigator. Focused on Results. Serving clients throughout the South Bay Area.
When you are facing criminal charges, especially allegations involving sex crimes or domestic violence, the stakes are immediate and unforgiving. Your reputation, livelihood, freedom, and future are all on the line. At Houlé Law, we don’t take that lightly.
Led by former Los Angeles County prosecutor Lisa Houlé, we deliver focused, courtroom-tested criminal defense built on over 25 years of litigation experience. We represent clients throughout Rancho Palos Verdes and the South Bay area in serious, reputation-sensitive cases where discretion, preparation, and precision matter most.
Call Houlé Law at (424) 667-6455 or contact us online for a confidential consultation with a Rancho Palos Verdes criminal defense attorney. We offer virtual consultations for your convenience.
Our Services
Strategic Defense from a Former Top Prosecutor
Defense You Can Trust When It Matters Most
Here's What Sets Houlé Law Apart
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Former Prosecutor Advantage
With over 15 years as a Los Angeles County Deputy District Attorney, Lisa Houlé knows exactly how the other side thinks, using that knowledge to help you.
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Trusted by Law Enforcement
We are one of the few firms regularly called on to defend police officers, deputy sheriffs, and prosecutors in high-stakes, sensitive matters.
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Sex Crimes & Domestic Violence Focus
We focus on high-stakes sex crime and domestic violence cases, and we're often called on to provide consulting for fellow defense attorneys.
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Trial-Ready, Personalized Defense
Every case is prepared as if it’s going to trial. You work directly with Lisa Houlé, receiving focused, honest, and meticulous defense tailored to you.
In a criminal case, you have only one option: to fight and win. Of course, that is
easier said than done.
Prosecutors work hard to obtain convictions. That’s their
job. The more severe the charge, the more intense the case against you. At Houlé Law,
we know precisely how prosecutors approach these matters because we have been there.
Our founder, Lisa Houlé, was a prosecutor tasked with getting convictions in some
of the most severe criminal cases. Her experience puts our clients and our firm in
an advantageous position.
Our knowledge of prosecutorial tactics and the respect
Houlé Law has earned among prosecutors in the South Bay and throughout Southern
California has played an essential role in our success; we believe our emphasis on
trial preparation is critical.
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Tears of joy run freely as is to cleanse the pain that we as a family have carried for years…please thank your entire team for their tireless work!- Vicki B.
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Both my family and I could not ask for a better lawyer to support us through this difficult time. Lisa is the very best communicator, listener, and advisor. A million thank yous will never be enough to show my appreciation.- Brandon R.
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In the many years that I’ve been on the bench, I’ve never seen a better trial lawyer.- Los Angeles County Superior Court Judge
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She possesses the two attributes necessary for an effective trial attorney: a keen intellect coupled with an excellent demeanor.- Al B.
Trial-Ready from Day One
Our representation means your case will be handled by a seasoned trial attorney prepared to argue your case in the courtroom. We understand the dynamics involved. Attorney Houlé has demonstrated the ability to connect with jurors and make them see our client’s side of the story.
Jurors can come into the courtroom with prejudices and preconceived notions. They may make decisions quickly. We know what it takes to overcome these factors, to recognize when minds need to be changed, and to change them. This is how cases are won. When your freedom and future are on the line, courtroom skill is not optional; it’s essential.
Work with a Proven Criminal Defense Firm
Winning a criminal defense case does not begin with walking into the courtroom or negotiating with the prosecutor. It starts in the first conversation between lawyer and client, which is why personal attention is valuable.
At Houlé Law, we take the time to learn who you are and how you got here, not just what you're charged with. Every case begins with a conversation rooted in trust and clarity. That’s how we start building your defense.
Along the way, we work relentlessly to find any potential law enforcement error, trial error, inconsistencies in evidence or witness statements, ineffective prior counsel, or any other factors that might result in an acquittal, mistrial, dismissal, or even no prosecution.
