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Chudnovsky Law

Chudnovsky Law - Newport Beach, CA

Criminal Defense Lawyers in Newport Beach, CA

23 Corporate Plaza Drive Suite 150 Newport Beach, CA 92660

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Newport Beach Criminal Defense Law Firm

Updated: 03/02/2026

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  • By Anonymous on Apr. 04, 2021
    Verified Client
    Hired Law firm 2020-2021
    Recommends this Law firm
    Due to poor judgement and some bad luck, I found myself in need of a lawyer. I interviewed three criminal defense lawyers and ended up hiring Ms. Chudnovsky because of her experience and the vibe she gave me when we spoke. I was arrested for a felony charge and Tsion let me know that early intervention with the prosecutor could make a difference. Sure enough, she was able to get the DA to file it as a misdemeanor charge. She gave me her cell number and whenever I reached out, she always got back to me promptly. When I appeared with her in Glendale court house, it was clear she had good relations with the DA and judge. I felt protected and that she knows how to get through the system. After I complete my community service hours, the entire case will be dismissed with no criminal record or jail time. Thank you Tsion and Chudnovsky Law staff for really coming through!! I don't think I could ask for a better outcome given what went down.
  • By Lessie M. on Aug. 10, 2022
    Verified Client
    Hired Law firm 2022
    Recommends this Law firm
    Attorney Kareem Aref is very passionate about his work and it shows. In my felony case he went above and beyond in the work he put in and dedication he showed to not give up until he obtained an excellent result. And he delivered in spades. My money was well spent and I am thankful for his hard work. I don't plan on getting in trouble again, but if I do Kareem will be my first call.
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    Sep. 14, 2022
    I am very happy to have resolved this for you. If I can help with anything in the future, please give me a call.
  • By Jermain O. on Jan. 30, 2022
    Verified Client
    Hired Law firm 2021
    Recommends this Law firm
    This firm handled a very serious case for my son with a very scary possible prison sentence. I could not ask for better attorneys than Suzanne and Nicole. They saved my boys life from going down the drain. And they always treated him with true humanity and gave us all the emotional support we needed. My whole family thanks them from the bottom of our hearts.
    Chudnovsky Law
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    Feb. 11, 2022
    Thank you for the kind words. We are very happy to have been able to resolve this for you.
  • By Danny P. on Oct. 04, 2021
    Verified Client
    Hired Law firm 2021
    Recommends this Law firm
    I reached out to Nicole for help with a Van Nuys misdemeanor case. She was responsive and very professional. In the end she figured out how to get the charge dropped. I definitely recommend her.

Areas of Practice

  • Criminal Defense
  • Professional License Defense
  • DUI/DWI
  • Administrative Law
  • Criminal Law
  • Criminal Law - Federal
  • Sex Crimes
  • Drug Crimes
  • Federal & White Collar Crimes
  • Homicide
  • Criminal Immigration
  • Medical License Defense
  • Nursing License Defense
  • Dental License Defense
  • Pharmacy License Defense
  • Chiropractor License Defense
  • Insurance License Defense
  • Community Care License Defense

Firm Information

Overview

Chudnovsky Law is a top-tier criminal defense, DUI defense, and professional license defense law firm with an award-winning team of experienced former prosecutors and defense attorneys. When your freedom or career is on the line, you can trust the firm's expertise, relationships, and inside knowledge of the legal system to secure the best possible outcome.

Chudnovsky Law has a long track record of success in securing dismissals, acquittals, and reductions of charges for our clients in even the most serious cases.

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Award-Winning Attorneys

Clients and professional colleagues consistently rank Chudnovsky Law among the top-rated attorneys in California:

  • Rated Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
  • Rated 10.0 Superb by Avvo
  • 5 Star Attorney Peer-Reviewed on Martindale
  • Rated Best Criminal Defense Lawyers by Expertise

The firm's lawyers have an exceptional reputation as compassionate, highly skilled advocates for clients experiencing some of life's most challenging circumstances.

Criminal Defense

Chudnovsky Law provides a vigorous, expert defense for all misdemeanor and felony offenses, including drug crimes, domestic violence, federal, criminal immigration, fraud, gun, homicide, assault and battery, theft, sex crimes, and more. The firm also practices criminal defense of licensed professionals, defending doctors, nurses, realtors, and all licensed professionals being investigated or charged with violations of law in county, state, and federal courts throughout Orange County and Southern California.

Their dedicated team, specializing in criminal defense, is the gold standard in the field. With thousands of successful criminal defense cases under their belt, Chudnovsky Law's award-winning Orange County criminal defense attorneys are specialists in navigating the complexities of Orange County criminal courts, ensuring the best possible outcome for you.

DUI Defense

Chudnovsky Law's legal team includes former DUI prosecutors well-versed in both the criminal court and DMV issues involved in DUI cases. The firm's expert Orange County DUI lawyers will handle every aspect of your case, from DMV Admin Per Se license hearings to the detailed analysis of the evidence to determine the most effective defense strategy based on experience from successfully handling thousands of cases.

The firm does everything possible to maintain your driving privileges and fights to minimize the consequences of your DUI charge. Over the years, the law firm has successfully defended every type of DUI and driving-related offense, including First time DUI, Felony DUI, Underage DUI, Felony DUI with bodily injury, Hit & Run DUI, Second time DUI, driving under the influence of drugs, driving while on a DUI suspended license, and vehicular manslaughter.

License Defense for Healthcare and All Licensed Professionals

Chudnovsky Lawโ€™s renowned team of California professional license attorneys includes a former Deputy Attorney General in the Department of Justice with 22 years of experience prosecuting license enforcement cases for dozens of state licensing agencies. The firm's attorneys, Robert Weinberg, Gillian Friedman, Melissa DuChene, and Suzanne Crouts, have decades of experience handling cases in front of all California licensing boards.

The firm's professional license defense practice defends licensed professionals and corporations statewide in all phases of investigations, audits, licensing-related petitions, accusations, settlement negotiations, administrative litigation, writs, and appellate matters.

Chudnovsky Law has served as trusted counsel for CEOs, healthcare corporations, company executives, pharmacies, nurses, medical spas, senior care and assisted living facilities, skilled nursing facilities, physicians, real estate firms, dentists, insurance agencies, and other professional licensees.

Firm attorneys specialize in license defense for California individuals and corporations in front of all 40 Department of Consumer Affairs (DCA) agencies, including medical, nursing, pharmacy, dental, chiropractic, behavioral sciences, and healthcare businesses. They also handle matters before the Drug Enforcement Agency, California Department of Public Health, California Department of Social Services, Department of Insurance, and Department of Real Estate.

Call (949) 750-2500 for a Free Consultation

To learn more about how Chudnovsky Law can help secure the best possible outcome for you and your loved ones, please schedule a Free Consultation by phone or through the law firm's website.

The firm takes a comprehensive, holistic approach to defending you and will employ every resource they have to secure a favorable outcome for you.


Awards and Honors

Honors

  • Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers
  • Rated Best Criminal Defense Lawyers by Expertise.com
  • 10.0 Superb Rating by Avvo
  • 5 Star Attorney Peer-Reviewed on Martindale-Hubbell
  • 5 Star Rating on Lawyers.com
  • 10.0 Lawyer Rating on Justia

Languages

  • English (Primary)
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Italian
  • Hebrew
  • Portuguese
  • Amharic

Published Works

Articles

  • Orange County Criminal Defense Lawyer
    Legal guide for anyone charged with Orange County misdemeanor or felony offenses, including assault and battery, domestic violence, drug crimes, criminal immigration matters, white collar, federal, sex crimes, and homicide.
  • Orange County DUI Lawyer
    DUI law guide for anyone charged with Orange County DUI drunk driving offenses, including misdemeanor DUI, multiple DUIs, Felony DUI with great bodily injury, DUI drugs, Hit and run, Vehicular manslaughter, and commercial DUI.
  • Professional License Defense Lawyer
    Guide for licensed professionals and businesses dealing with investigations, accusations, and disciplinary proceedings. Detailed explanation of the process and steps that licensees can take to protect their license, assets, and reputation.

Attorneys

Robert K. Weinberg

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Melissa DuChene

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David A. Stein

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Robert K. Weinberg

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Melissa DuChene

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David A. Stein

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Newport Beach, CA

23 Corporate Plaza Drive
Suite 150
Newport Beach, CA 92660

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Phone: 949-750-2500

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Hours: 24/7; Appointments:Weekday

  • Credit Cards Accepted
  • Free Consultations
  • Payment Plans
  • Telephones Answered 24/7
  • Virtual Appointments

Additional California Locations

Long Beach, CA  (21.4 miles)

309 Pine Ave
Suite 200
Long Beach, CA 90802

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Phone: 562-800-4080

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Hours: 24/7; Appointments: Weekday

  • Credit Cards Accepted
  • Free Consultations
  • Payment Plans
  • Telephones Answered 24/7
  • Virtual Appointments

Los Angeles, CA  (Main Office, 36.9 miles)

1933 S Broadway
#1100
Los Angeles, CA 90007

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Phone: 213-212-5002

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Hours: 24/7; Appointments: Weekday

  • Credit Cards Accepted
  • Free Consultations
  • Payment Plans
  • Telephones Answered 24/7
  • Virtual Appointments

Los Angeles, CA  (43.7 miles)

2121 Avenue of the Stars
Suite 800
Los Angeles, CA 90067

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Phone: 844-325-1444

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Hours: 24/7; Appointments: Weekday

  • Credit Cards Accepted
  • Free Consultations
  • Payment Plans
  • Telephones Answered 24/7
  • Virtual Appointments

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