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Robert Ernenwein, a native New Yorker, graduated from Manhattan College in 1981 and graduated from Whittier College, School of Law in 1984. While in law school, he was a member of the Moot Court Honors Board and the Law Review. These organizations are reserved for only the very best and brightest students.
During his time in Law School, Mr. Ernenwein was a clerk for the Nassau County District Attorney’s office in Nassau County, New York where he supported Assistant District Attorneys in preparing cases for trial. While in law school he also acted as law clerk for two civil law firms — The law offices of Wayne Abb and The law offices of Deems and Carpenter. He became a member of the California Bar in 1984.
Between 1984-1987 he was employed as a Deputy District Attorney in the Los Angeles District Attorney’s Office where served as Prosecutor in over 75 misdemeanor and felony jury trials. His cases ranged from Driving Under the Influence to Rape and Murder. He also negotiated approximately 1,500 misdemeanor and felony cases to settlement.
While he was a Deputy District Attorney, he secured convictions of gang members, rapists and murders. Mr. Ernenwein is particularly proud of having tried a murder case with Johnny Cochran in 1987.
In 1987 he entered into private practice. For the past 30 years in this private practice, he has represented thousands of people in misdemeanor and felony cases throughout Southern California.
In 2003, Mr. Ernenwein was designated as a Certified Specialist in Criminal Law by the California State Bar Board of Legal Specialization. Only a select and distinct group of lawyers who have passed an examination and peer review have been able to secure this designation as “Specialist”.
Robert Ernenwein is very proud to have committed his professional life to working hard to fight for people being investigated for or charged in criminal cases. He is married to his wife, Kristi. They have five children and live in Palos Verdes Estates. In his free time, he enjoys boating, yoga and golf.
Work Ethic
Robert Ernenwein is an extremely dedicated and devoted advocate for his clients, regularly working 70-hour weeks. With unfailing energy, his cases are thoroughly prepared through motion work, investigation and plea negotiation. He is always available for emergency situations by providing clients with his cell phone number.
Our Clients
While Mr. Ernenwein typically works with clients just like you in our local community, he has also represented celebrities, politicians and a wide array of business people. He has also represented and protected people with security clearances and professional licenses. Many of his cases have received significant media attention.
Areas Of Practice
- Violent Crimes
- Theft Related Offenses
- Sex Crimes
- Drug Offenses
- DUI Defense
- Juvenile Defense
Certified Legal Specialties
- Certified Specialist in Criminal Law, California State Bar Board of Legal Specialization
Bar Admissions
- California, 1984
Education
- Whittier Law School, Costa Mesa, California
- J.D. - 1984
- Honors: Moot Court Honors Board
- Manhattan College, New York, New York
- B.A. - 1981
Representative Clients
- Misdemeanor and Felony Clients
Professional Associations and Memberships
- Whittier Law School, Alumni President
- South Bay Bar Association, Member
- Harbor Bar Association, Member
- California Attorneys for Criminal Justice, Member
- National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
- California DUI Lawyer’s Association
- Los Angeles County Bar Association
Past Employment Positions
- Los Angeles District Attorney's Office, Deputy District Attorney, 1984 to 1987
- Nassau County District Attorney’s office in Nassau County, New York, Clerk
- The law offices of Wayne Abb, Law Clerk
- The law offices of Deems and Carpenter, Law Clerk
Practice Areas
- Violent Crimes
- Criminal Threats
- Elder Abuse
- Robbery
- Murder
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- Torrance Criminal Lawyers – Involuntary Manslaughter Defenses
- Murder Defenses In California
- Murder | Degrees
- Arson
- What Can Be Learned About Your Defense
- Tips For Finding The Right Arson Lawyer
- Arson FAQs
- How To Fight Felony Arson Charges
- Child Endangerment
- Child Abuse & Child Endangerment | Resources
- Assault And Battery
- Assault & Battery Explanation
- California Assault And Battery Crimes
- Charged With Assault or Battery in Torrance, CA? What You Should Do if You Are Accused
- Weapons Charges
- Los Angeles Criminal Defense Lawyer: Carrying A Concealed Weapon
- Other California Weapons Charges
- Concealed Weapons
- Theft Related Offenses
- Auto Theft Defenses
- Petty Theft And Shoplifting
- Grand Theft vs Petty Theft
- Identity Theft
- California Identity Theft Law: Penalties And Defenses Available
- Facing Identity Theft Charges?
- White Collar Criminal Defense Attorney
- Identity Theft | Credit Card Theft
- Embezzlement Charges
- Burglary
- Embezzlement
- Charged With Embezzlement?
- Embezzlement | Burden of Proof
- Sex Crimes
- Drug Offenses
- How To Avoid A Drug Crime Conviction
- Alternative Sentences For Drug Crimes
- Possession Of Drugs For Personal Use
- Possession Of Marijuana Laws
- Possession Of Marijuana For Sale
- Drug Possession For Sale
- Possession Of Methamphetamine For Sale
- Possession Of Heroin For Sale
- Marijuana Possession
- Marijuana Possession For Sale
- Possession Of Cocaine For Sale
- Mental Health Diversion
- Immigration Relief
- Military Diversion
- Veteran’s Court
- Expungements
- Sealing & Destruction Arrest Records
- DUI Defense
- Attacking The Evidence In A DUI Case
- DUI DMV Hearing
- DUI Reductions Overview
- DUI FAQs
- DUI Court Case
- DUI Reduction: Dry Reckless
- DUI Reduction: Wet Reckless
- DUI Reduction: Exhibition Of Speed
- DUI Under 21
- The No Driving Defense
- 10 Common DUI Questions
- Real DUI Success Stories
- Social Media Could Hurt Your Los Angeles DUI Case
- The ‘Rising Blood Alcohol’ Defense
- What Happens When One or More Minor Children are Present in the Car When Arrested for DUI?
- You May Not Have Been Drunk When You Were Arrested For DUI In L.A.
- DUI-Related Reductions
- DUI-Related Enhancements
- Juvenile Defense
- Domestic Violence
- General Felonies And Misdemeanors
- Conspiracy
- Hit-And-Run
- Disturbing The Peace
- Accessory After The Fact
- Driving With A Suspended License
- Caught Driving With A Suspended License?
- Vehicular Manslaughter
- Texting And Driving – Distracted Driving Can Lead To Vehicular Manslaughter
- Vehicular Manslaughter | Resources
- Public Intoxication
- Can I Get My Public Intoxication Charge Dismissed?
- Vandalism
- Tagging, Graffiti Can Lead To Stiff Penalties In Los Angeles
- Torrance Vandalism Lawyers Explain The Law & Your Defense
- California Vandalism Graffiti Law Penal Code 594
- Other Practice Areas
- The Criminal Court Process
