Powerful Advocacy,
Proven Results.
Our team of skilled & dedicated criminal defense, mental health, personal injury, and civil rights attorneys won’t stop until you get the results you need.
Santa Barbara Trial Attorneys
If you or your loved one is facing a criminal defense, mental health, personal injury, or civil rights issue of any nature, you need to be confident in the attorney you choose to handle your case. At Lessem, Newstat & Tooson, LLP, our team of Santa Barbara lawyers represents clients throughout the area. Since opening our firm, we have proven ourselves as committed advocates for the clients we represent.
Why Work With Our Team?
- Our firm is AV® Rated by Martindale-Hubbell® – one of the nation’s most trusted attorney rating services.
- Our lawyers have more than 50 years of combined experience, have litigated more than 200 jury trials, and have secured hundreds of positive case results.
- Our attorneys have been recognized throughout the local community and by many legal organizations, including Super Lawyers® Magazine.
If you or your loved one has been arrested, our attorneys are available 24/7 to take your call. For a FREE legal consultation, call today.
Types of Cases We Handle
Our Santa Barbara attorneys handle a wide range of cases for a diverse set of clients. From misdemeanor and felony offenses to serious injury cases, we are here to help you secure the most favorable case results possible. For every client we work with, our goals are to protect our clients’ rights throughout each phase of the legal process. Whether you are facing criminal charges or you’re trying to deal with the aftermath of a catastrophic accident, our Santa Barbara lawyers are here to help.
A History of Successful Case Results
Our attorneys have over 50 years of collective legal experience, as well as more than 200 jury trials and hundreds of case dismissals. We firmly believe that getting to know our clients and taking a personal interest in their future, in large part, is what contributes to a successful case outcome. As a full-service criminal defense firm, Lessem, Newstat & Tooson, LLP has experience handling a wide range of criminal cases, from DUI to narcotics offenses and sex offenses to fraud.
Meet the Lawyers Fighting for You
The Lessem, Newstat & Tooson Team
Why Hire Our Firm?
When going through serious legal matters, do not put your case in the hands of just any attorney. Rather, work with a team that has earned a respected reputation for outstanding legal service and a track record of success. We have built a reputation on providing aggressive, committed, and experienced representation to clients in Santa Barbara.
Our firm is here to protect your rights, freedom, and future. When we represent a client, we put ourselves in their shoes and handle the case as if our future depended on the outcome.
If you would like to learn more about how we can help with the specifics of your case, call us or complete a free case evaluation form to get started.
In The News
When the Protector Becomes the Predator: A Case of Alleged Police Stalking and the Fight for Justice
American Institute of Trial Lawyers
Attorney Jamal Tooson Named 2019’s “Litigator of the Year” by AIOTL
- No Recovery, No Fees for All Injury Cases
- Strong & Attentive Counsel Available 24/7
- 50+ Years of Combined Legal Experience
- 1,000's of Cases Handled In & Out of Court
Serving Santa Barbara & Beyond
In addition to the city of Santa Barbara, Lessem, Newstat & Tooson, LLP also serves the entire county of Santa Barbara, including the following locations:
- Carpinteria
- Goleta
- Los Angeles
- Lompoc
- Montecito
- Santa Maria
- Ventura
We also represent both students and staff at the University of California Santa Barbara (UCSB).
Contact our office at (805) 742-8869 for additional information about our services.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why should someone in Santa Barbara choose your firm instead of a larger firm or a solo practitioner?
When you work with Lessem, Newstat & Tooson, LLP, you get the best of both worlds: the resources, trial experience, and proven track record of a major Southern California litigation firm combined with the personal attention and local knowledge only a dedicated Santa Barbara office can provide.
If you or a loved one is facing criminal charges, a serious injury claim, or a mental health-related legal issue in Santa Barbara, contact our office today.
How does your “Client First” philosophy actually work for Santa Barbara clients?
We put ourselves in your shoes. From the moment you contact us, we take a genuine personal interest in your story, your goals, and your future. We keep you fully informed at every step, return calls promptly, and build a case tailored specifically to you and the realities of your situation.
Our clients repeatedly tell us that they feel heard, respected, and genuinely supported, because that’s the standard we set for ourselves.
Do you represent clients from the surrounding communities?
Absolutely. We regularly represent clients throughout all of Santa Barbara County, including residents of Isla Vista, Goleta, Montecito, Carpinteria, Santa Maria, Lompoc, and every community in between. Our team also proudly serves clients from Los Angeles and Ventura counties, and throughout Central and Southern California.
No matter where you’re from, whether you’re a lifelong local, a resident of the South Coast, or coming from the greater LA area, we bring the same aggressive, client-first approach to every case.
How can I schedule a consultation with Lessem, Newstat & Tooson, LLP?
To schedule a free consultation with our Santa Barbara team, please call (805) 742-8869 or contact us online. Our team is available 24/7.
Powerful Advocacy, Proven Results.
When going through serious legal matters, do not put your case in the hands of just any attorney. Rather, work with a team who has earned a respected reputation for outstanding legal service and one with a proven track record of success.
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