Peer Reviews & Client Testimonials

"Jon is an absolutely fabulous attorney. I was on the bench at Malibu Superior Court as a Commissioner for 18 years and am now a law professor, and he’s probably the best attorney that’s ever come in the courthouse.

He is one of the foremost speakers on DUI Law in front of the California Defense Bar. As a DUI attorney, he’s a little more aggressive than other attorneys and he’ll hit harder. He writes incredibly creative, brilliant, precise, really strong legal motions that other attorneys haven’t thought of—and then other attorneys follow his lead. He’s one of the people that affected the law in terms of limiting the use of the PAS test in the criminal court. He has been very successful in keeping out key prosecution evidence and then weakening the prosecution’s case so much that they lose.

He’s extremely articulate and fast-thinking—many steps ahead—because he has a really good mind. He’s very good at research, and very skilled in the way he presents on the motions or presents himself in trial, so he gets great results. He also gets along with people, so he can get good settlements, too, because he’s got a very engaging personality. Ninety-five percent of DUI cases settle, so it’s important to have the kind of personality where you can get the settlement.

He’s one of the finest attorneys—and most successful—I’ve ever come across."

Terry Jill Adamson, J.D.Distinguished Jurist in Residence
Pepperdine University School of Law
Malibu Superior Court Commissioner (ret.)

"Jon has a huge heart—he actually cares. I have referred actor clients to him, and the minute you mention his name they’re like: Love, love, love! DUI's are scary, but you feel safe with Jon, that he’s going to take care of you. He did an amazing job for all my clients. They were thrilled, and the results were beyond expectation."

SandyHollywood Talent Agent

"Jon Artz is simply
the Best DUI lawyer
in California."

Legal Analyst for ESPN & TruTV
Distinguished Visiting Professor at Pepperdine University School of Law

"It still hasn't sunk in! I want to thank you once more for your support, legal acumen, and determination to help me get this awful thing behind me. I will always be grateful to you. I still can't believe it.

And thank you for taking this personally. To see your reaction to the verdict brought home for me just how much you both cared. I can't find adequate words to express how I feel...27 hours later. You are an amazing warrior! Again, thank you. I have been spared but I have learned."

Anna K.Health Care Executive

"For 30 years I’ve coached people in communications. I’ve worked with some of the top attorneys in the United States, including two special prosecutors in Washington DC for two very public Senate Judiciary trials. I’ve known Jon Artz as a friend for at least 30 years and have watched him a number of times in court. I have never seen a single attorney who connects better with a jury or a judge than Jon does."

Jake A. ButtsCameron Communications

"Jon, I’m still numb from the news you passed along this evening. I can’t begin to tell you how ecstatic I am with the outcome…

You, my friend, are a true professional and I owe you a great deal. Your no-nonsense approach and dedication allowed me to continue to keep my focus on the job at hand while you handled my legal issues. I believe that is why I was able to keep my head above water and overcome this ordeal. For that I will be forever grateful."

Joseph F.

"I wanted to once more thank you for your extraordinary efforts on behalf of Jessica. It was clear to our family and to the Courts that you put your heart into representing Jessica and, more importantly, that you believed in her. The opportunity that you and the Courts provided for her, and for her future, was pivotal. I can assure you that it will not be forgotten."

Jeffrey H.Grateful Father

"I highly recommend Jon for anybody who needs a DUI lawyer. He’s speedy, he’s efficient, and he gets the job done. He did everything for us, and got us the best possible resolution."

Josie G.

"Jon Artz leveraged his comprehensive knowledge of DUI law and vast trial experience to forge a highly defensible case that led to my acquittal of all charges against me.

During my trial, he demonstrated a keen ability to surface the pertinent facts that highlighted my innocence and presented those facts in a charismatic way that enthralled the jury as well as stagnated the misleading rhetoric of the prosecution. Jon meticulously and effectively managed every aspect of my case to the point I truly felt he took my case personally and wanted a not guilty verdict as much as I did.

Jon is a master craftsman when it comes to DUI law, and he cares deeply about his clients. He is relentless in seeking favorable outcomes for each of his clients and carefully navigates them through the all the scary/trying times a DUI brings.

I will be forever thankful for all that Jon did for me and would highly recommend him to anyone that is in the unfortunate position of facing a DUI charge."

Garrett T., Finance Professional

"Jon Artz outshines other attorneys by his ability to present and argue a defense based on an in-depth knowledge of the law, his client and the courts.

We brought a difficult case to him involving our son that other attorneys said was impossible to win. Mr. Artz devised a three-step plan that was carefully executed over several years and resulted in the dismissal of a previous conviction. He cited case law along with evidence of rehabilitation to convince the court to withdraw the plea and dismiss the case in the "interest of justice."

Mr. Artz cares about his clients and is masterful and dogged when he presents a defense. You will be well served by Jon Artz."

Alan and Emily Peters