Stephen Robert Kahn
Beverly Hills, CA
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Law Degree
Awards
Primary Practice Area
Criminal Defense
Language
English
About
With over 36 years of experience in state and federal criminal defense, Stephen R. Kahn is a highly regarded Beverly Hills criminal defense attorney whose aggressive advocacy, intelligence, credibility, and trial skills have earned him the respect of prosecutors, law enforcement officials, and the courts in California and across the nation. Stephen's expertise, integrity, and commitment to his clients earned him the coveted “A-V” rating from Martindale-Hubbell. This rating, decided by fellow attorneys, is the highest possible rating available to any individual lawyer.
Practices Areas
Criminal Defense
Language
English
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Reviews
Retained Stephen in Nov 2014. He obtained a plea withdrawal in Orange County (rare). Previous lawyer was corrupt. Went to trial and was acquitted of false accusations by 2grandkids. Mr Kahn is an outstanding attorney. Would recommend him highly.
In 2013, I was arrested for a DUI and gave Steve a call to see if he would represent me in connection with the matter. I had never been arrested before and knew little about criminal law. Nevertheless, Steve proved to be an excellent lawyer, and I would strongly recommend Steve as a criminal attorney. Steve knows the law and the prosecutors around LA extremely well. Perhaps more importantly though, Steve is great at setting realistic expectations and counseling someone through an extremely difficult time. I always felt that Steve gave my matter the utmost attention, and after several months of speaking with the prosecutor on my case, Steve turned my DUI arrest into a reckless driving plea.
Stephen Kahn is a rare find in criminal law, a knowledgeable lawyer, who cares about his clients, not merely their cases. In Federal criminal law, where there are no guarantees, he identifies the core issues, and reconciles the expectations of his client with the uncertainties of the Federal criminal justice system. Thus,Mr. Kahn chooses his words carefully, and then acts on what he says. If he needs to involve outside experts, he does. It is not about ego, but getting the best result for his client. During the case.. he, or one of his staff, will call you back promptly, even if you call a little after 5pm. He will return your call as criminal cases are by definition very stressful on client/defendants. In addition to strong client interaction, he knows the importance of reaching across the aisle to the AUSA to promote a professional, relationship based on mutual respect. Bottom line, not only does he care about his clients, but he has the intellectual and personal gravitas to guide the process to its optimal resolution. A true class act! Suggestion for improvement: Too bad Mr. Kahn does not do civil litigation, because when you find a good attorney, you like to engage him on repeat work.
Stephen Kahn is an extraordinary lawyer. He is intelligent,and thorough and will work until he gets the desired result both you and he feel is right and just. His knowledge of the legal system and the law is exceptional. His guidance throughout our case was absolutely correct and he did this with the calmness that we all needed. We have worked with many attorneys in the past and he is by far the most honest and knowlegable. After working with Stephen Kahn we would not work with anyone else.
Mr. Kahn was our attorney. Be prepared in doing your own leg work. There were so many things that we had no clue about and would have done differently if we had been guided properly. Our appeals attorney even questioned Mr. Kahn's non action on items and didnt know why there was no defense on his part. When we would question what he would doing, he seemed to make it up as he went along. We wouldn't find out things until the last minute and then had to make a life changing decision within seconds. No visitation from the attorney to the jail, no preparation or guidance was given. His follow through is lacking except when it comes to his payment, of course. I would definitely not recommend him.
He took my money and gave me no service. He made me feel as though he was working with the authorities. After taking over $100,000 he did not even have the courtesy to come and see me, nor did he pursue my case. I am filing a criminal case against him.
Retained Stephen in Nov 2014. He obtained a plea withdrawal in Orange County (rare). Previous lawyer was corrupt. Went to trial and was acquitted of false accusations by 2grandkids. Mr Kahn is an outstanding attorney. Would recommend him highly.
In 2013, I was arrested for a DUI and gave Steve a call to see if he would represent me in connection with the matter. I had never been arrested before and knew little about criminal law. Nevertheless, Steve proved to be an excellent lawyer, and I would strongly recommend Steve as a criminal attorney. Steve knows the law and the prosecutors around LA extremely well. Perhaps more importantly though, Steve is great at setting realistic expectations and counseling someone through an extremely difficult time. I always felt that Steve gave my matter the utmost attention, and after several months of speaking with the prosecutor on my case, Steve turned my DUI arrest into a reckless driving plea.
Stephen Kahn is a rare find in criminal law, a knowledgeable lawyer, who cares about his clients, not merely their cases. In Federal criminal law, where there are no guarantees, he identifies the core issues, and reconciles the expectations of his client with the uncertainties of the Federal criminal justice system. Thus,Mr. Kahn chooses his words carefully, and then acts on what he says. If he needs to involve outside experts, he does. It is not about ego, but getting the best result for his client. During the case.. he, or one of his staff, will call you back promptly, even if you call a little after 5pm. He will return your call as criminal cases are by definition very stressful on client/defendants. In addition to strong client interaction, he knows the importance of reaching across the aisle to the AUSA to promote a professional, relationship based on mutual respect. Bottom line, not only does he care about his clients, but he has the intellectual and personal gravitas to guide the process to its optimal resolution. A true class act! Suggestion for improvement: Too bad Mr. Kahn does not do civil litigation, because when you find a good attorney, you like to engage him on repeat work.
Stephen Kahn is an extraordinary lawyer. He is intelligent,and thorough and will work until he gets the desired result both you and he feel is right and just. His knowledge of the legal system and the law is exceptional. His guidance throughout our case was absolutely correct and he did this with the calmness that we all needed. We have worked with many attorneys in the past and he is by far the most honest and knowlegable. After working with Stephen Kahn we would not work with anyone else.
Mr. Kahn was our attorney. Be prepared in doing your own leg work. There were so many things that we had no clue about and would have done differently if we had been guided properly. Our appeals attorney even questioned Mr. Kahn's non action on items and didnt know why there was no defense on his part. When we would question what he would doing, he seemed to make it up as he went along. We wouldn't find out things until the last minute and then had to make a life changing decision within seconds. No visitation from the attorney to the jail, no preparation or guidance was given. His follow through is lacking except when it comes to his payment, of course. I would definitely not recommend him.
He took my money and gave me no service. He made me feel as though he was working with the authorities. After taking over $100,000 he did not even have the courtesy to come and see me, nor did he pursue my case. I am filing a criminal case against him.