Criminal Defense Law Firm Perliss Law Firm
Criminal Defense Law Firm Perliss Law Firm

With you when it matters most.

Being arrested is not an easy experience, but it can be made tolerable when you understand your rights and how our criminal justice system works. Remember that you have the right to a presumption of innocence, meaning that you are considered innocent until proven guilty. You also have the right to challenge the allegations made against you by the government, and you can do this with the assistance of legal representation.

We handle a wide variety of cases as our expertise in criminal law extends to not just white collar crimes but also drug crimes, sex crimes and federal crimes. Nothing is too complex for our team of criminal defense attorneys at Perliss Law Firm.

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Jonathon Perliss
Senior partner
Jonathon Perliss is the co-founder and lead attorney of Perliss Law Firm, focusing exclusively on criminal defense. He has successfully handled hundreds of cases, including misdemeanors, serious felonies, and a wide range of complex federal matters—such as drug trafficking, white-collar crimes, and conspiracy charges. Fluent in both English and Chinese, Jonathon can effectively communicate with a diverse client base and provide culturally sensitive representation. Known for his strategic thinking and courtroom confidence, he is deeply committed to protecting his client’s rights and achieving results in both state and federal courts.
adam feldman
lawyer
Specialized in taking on insurance carriers, large corporations, and government entities in a wide array of cases, including wrongful deaths, auto accidents, premises liability, negligent security, and sexual abuse, to name a few. Adam is passionate about being a counselor for his clients in addition to being an advocate.
Scott Karamura
lawyer
Scott specializes exclusively in immigration law, with over 30 years of experience representing clients in a wide range of complex matters. He has handled numerous immigration court cases, including asylum, ICE arrest defense, and immigration appeals. Known for his integrity and client-focused approach, Scott is dedicated to providing personalized representation and strong advocacy at every stage of the immigration process.
Terrance Cheung
lawyer
With over twenty years of experience as a trial attorney, Mr. Cheung has developed substantial expertise in criminal law defense, encompassing trials, negotiations, case preparation, and investigations. He has handled thousands of cases in felony, misdemeanor, traffic, and juvenile delinquency law. Mr. Cheung's practice includes all aspects of criminal defense litigation.

Meet Our Team

Sanford Perliss
Founder & Managing Partner
Tina Ku
Client Relations
Amber Claro
Paralegal
Jennifer Perliss
Manager
Adam Feldman
Personal Injury Attorney
Scott Kawamura
Immgration Attorney
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We have the means to help you with your criminal case, and keep your informed throughout the process

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