
Trial Lawyers Relentlessly Pursuing Justice
Why Hire Lessem, Newstat & Tooson, LLP
Our attorneys have over 50 years of combined experience defending clients against all types of felony charges and violent crime convictions. During our many years of service in protecting the rights of those severely disadvantaged by the criminal justice system, we have handled over 40 homicide cases. Our attorney Mark Lessem gained national media attention for successfully defending the maid of a murdered Hollywood executive in a quadruple homicide death penalty case.
We do not practice criminal defense just to make a living. We practice this area of the law because we truly want to help and do something positive for those in need.
What Are the Penalties if Convicted of Murder in Santa Barbara?
Murder is a felony offense that carries with it some of the most severe consequences administered under the court of law. Depending on the circumstances of your case, you could be facing a life sentence or even the death penalty.
How Our Firm Can Help
Murder cases rely on extensive witness testimony and in-depth physical evidence. We will review every detail of your case to anticipate how your prosecutor will handle your case. Should the need arise, we will work closely with experienced investigators and other experts to challenge the state’s case against you. Our attorneys have extensive experience with DNA evidence, ballistics, and chemical analysis. You can rest assured that we will explore every possible line of defense to protect you from the severe repercussions of a murder conviction.
Contact a Santa Barbara murder defense attorney if you have been implicated in a homicide or charged with murder.
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Supportive with Clients. Aggressive in Court.
Navigating the legal system can be complicated. To maximize your chance of securing the best outcome possible, it is essential that you reach out to us without delay. When you hire our firm, we will work quickly to gather every detail, examine every piece of evidence, and build a strong case.
We will not hesitate to go toe-to-toe in trial with an insurance company, corporation, prosecutor, or law enforcement officer. Regardless of the type of situation you are involved in, rest assured that we will do everything we can to protect your rights and help you secure the most favorable result possible.
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The Lessem, Newstat & Tooson Team
Our Clients Are Our Focus.
When facing complex legal matters, it is not uncommon to encounter an issue that needs immediate attention from your team.
For this reason, we are available to assist our clients 24 hours a day, seven days a week, to ensure any questions or concerns you may have will be addressed immediately. With around the clock service and multiple office locations, clients throughout Southern California can be confident knowing our counsel is available to them whenever and wherever they need it.


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