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There are over 150,000 practicing lawyers in California. Only 354 attorneys are certified by the State Bar as Specialists in criminal law.

Welcome to the Law Office of Matthew G. Kaestner.

Long Beach's criminal law specialist, Matthew Kaestner is certified by the Board of Legal Specialization of the State Bar of California as a criminal law specialist. The practice is dedicated solely to the defense of criminal cases. There are only 7 criminal law specialists with offices in Long Beach, only 76 in all of Los Angeles County. (Data as of July 2009)

Mr. Kaestner has fought criminal law cases for over 24 years. His vast experience includes successfully defending clients facing virtually every type of criminal charge including: capital murder, major drug trafficking, white collar crime, third strikes, as well serious misdemeanors. Mr. Kaestner has handled high publicity cases as well as those where privacy and discretion are the paramount concerns of the client.

When arrested or accused of a crime, you want a criminal lawyer who has successfully defended that type of charge many times before. Long Beach criminal law attorney Matthew Kaestner is a criminal lawyer who has been winning freedom for his client's for decades.

Mr. Kaestner will personally handle each client’s case from arraignment through trial. If you are looking for a criminal defense attorney in Long Beach with instant credibility and a reputation as an expert in criminal law, Long Beach's criminal law specialist Mr. Kaestner will personally handle your case. Call Mr. Kaestner directly at (562)437-0200.

WHAT'S NEW AT THIS SITE FOR July, 2009?

1. Another "not guilty" verdict in Long Beach. Criminal attorney Matthew Kaestner achieved a "not guilty verdict" after jury trial in Long Beach of a man who was accused of resisting arrest and other misdemeanor charges. Client D.G. from Long Beach has offered these feelings after the victory: "My friends discouraged me from going to trial. I had no witnesses and cops lie. Long Beach criminal attorney Matthew Kaestner skillfully defended me, proved my innocence, and I was found not guilty."[Read more]
2. With a new administration in Washington, it appears that citizens who use medical marijuana will be able to know that their dispensary is not likely to be raided by the DEA if that dispensary complies with state law. U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder Jr. stated on March 18, 2009 that the Justice Department has no plans to prosecute dispensaries that are operating legally under California state law. Long Beach criminal attorney Matthew Kaestner's page on medical marijuana has additional information on the subject of medical marijuana. [Read more]
3. With so many lawyers to choose from and often great pressure to choose one fast, finding the right criminal attorney in Long Beach can be a difficult task. For tips on finding a criminal attorney in Long Beach go to "Finding a Long Beach criminal attorney" on this site. [Read more]

Long Beach's criminal law specialist, Matthew Kaestner, is a criminal attorney in Long Beach who has successfully defended clients in the Long Beach and surrounding Courts facing charges involving: murder, attempted murder, carjacking, assault, domestic violence, three strikes, white collar crime, conspiracy, gang cases, manufacturing methamphetamine, possession and possession for sale of narcotics, medical marijuana, search warrants, robbery, identity theft, drunk driving (DUI), and others. When you need a criminal defense attorney in Long Beach, call Mr.Kaestner first.