About Helfend Law Group · Los Angeles
The Helfend Law Group, led by Robert M. Helfend, is a Los Angeles-based criminal defense firm with over 40 years of experience defending clients in both state and federal courts. The firm specializes in high-stakes criminal cases including homicide, sex crimes, drug trafficking, white-collar offenses, and federal investigations. Known for strategic early intervention and courtroom advocacy, they serve clients across Southern California and nationwide in federal matters. Clients often praise their calm demeanor, clear communication, and results-oriented approach.
Robert M. Helfend, the founder and lead attorney, brings more than four decades of courtroom experience defending serious criminal cases in California and federal courts. He has handled over 4,000 cases, including homicide, sex crimes, drug charges, and white-collar offenses. The firm emphasizes early legal intervention, meticulous preparation, and aggressive defense strategies tailored to each client’s situation. They represent clients from arrest through trial and post-conviction relief, with a focus on protecting rights, minimizing penalties, and preserving future opportunities. The Helfend Law Group is recognized in legal and media outlets for excellence in criminal defense and has secured notable results such as not guilty verdicts, case dismissals, and client releases from custody.
- In business
- over 40 years
- Owner
- Robert M. Helfend
- Serves
- Los Angeles County, Southern California, and nationwide for federal matters
About Robert M. Helfend
Robert M. Helfend brings 40+ years of courtroom experience defending serious state and federal criminal cases. He has defended more than 4,000 criminal cases, including homicide, sex crimes, drug charges, white collar cases, and other high-stakes felonies.
Why Clients Choose Robert M. Helfend
Clients choose Robert M. Helfend for his strategic legal representation built to protect their rights, record, and future. He provides skilled defense from early investigation through trial and post-conviction strategy.
Practice Areas
The Helfend Law Group handles a wide range of criminal charges in Los Angeles and throughout Southern California, including murder, sex crimes, drug trafficking, white-collar crimes, and federal indictments.
- Murder & Homicide Defense
- Federal Criminal Defense
- Sex Crime Defense
- Drug Trafficking
- Child Pornography
- Expungements
Recent Case Results
The firm has secured notable results including not guilty verdicts, case dismissals, and client releases from custody through strategic defense and expert advocacy.
- Not Guilty: ‘Stand Your Ground’ Murder Case
- Case Dismissed: Federal Conspiracy to Distribute
- Evidence Suppressed: Federal Child Pornography
- Released from Custody: Robbery with Two Prior Strikes