Stephanie G. Grimaldi

Stephanie G. Grimaldi, a tenacious and dedicated criminal defense attorney, has been advocating for the rights of individuals across California for over a decade. Based in Los Angeles and extending her services to Riverside County, Orange County, and San Diego, she focuses her practice on defending clients against a wide array of state charges, including drug crimes, murder, assault, firearm offenses, theft, DUIs, and domestic violence. As founding partner of Grimaldi Law, she has successfully managed over a thousand criminal cases, from misdemeanors to serious felonies, ensuring her clients receive fair representation in a challenging legal system.Ms. Grimaldi’s comprehensive legal training and early career experiences have equipped her with exceptional skills in criminal defense. She earned her Juris Doctor from Loyola Marymount University – Loyola Law School in Los Angeles, where she was an active member of the Byrne Trial Team and participated in the Hobbs Trial Advocacy program. This program included hands-on experience at the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office. Her educational journey began with a Bachelor of Arts from UC San Diego. Shortly after passing The State Bar of California Bar’s exam, she conducted her first jury trial, showcasing her readiness and capability in the courtroom from the outset of her career.Colleagues and clients alike recognize Ms. Grimaldi for her commitment to justice and her client-centered approach. She is known for her ability to connect with clients, understand their unique situations, and craft tailored defenses that address the specifics of their cases. Her background working with the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office provides her with invaluable insights into the prosecution’s strategies, which she adeptly uses to her clients’ advantage. Testimonials often highlight her relentless pursuit of justice and her ability to navigate complex legal challenges effectively.Throughout her career, Ms. Grimaldi has been acknowledged for her prowess in the courtroom and her leadership qualities. Before founding her practice, she was a supervising attorney at a top California-based criminal defense firm, where she also trained associates. Her professional affiliations include admissions to practice in all California state courts and the U.S. District Courts for the Central and Southern Districts of California.Ms. Grimaldi’s excellence in trial advocacy has earned her several accolades, including being named the National Trial Competition Southern California Regional Champion by the Texas Young Lawyers Association in consecutive years, 2018 and 2019, and reaching the national semifinals in the Tournament of Champions Trial Competition. These honors underscore her skill, dedication and the high regard in which she is held by her peers in the legal community.