The Firm
LIJT LAW was established with the philosophy that a criminal defense attorney in Los Angeles is at his most powerful and effective when fighting alongside his client. By understanding who you are, knowing your story, and carefully considering the circumstances of your criminal charges or investigation, LIJT LAW pursues the best course of action and achieves the best results for you, your loved one, or your business.
Martin Lijtmaer – Founder and Principal of LIJT LAW
Martin Lijtmaer – LawyerMartin Lijtmaer represents clients in all California courts – both state and federal. He handles cases from misdemeanors such as DUI, drug possession and resisting arrest, to violent felonies such as assault with a deadly weapon, rape, and murder.
Mr Lijtmaer also has considerable experience and success litigating complex white-collar matters and acting in an advisory capacity to ensure businesses are following the law to avoid costly, and potentially devastating, criminal investigations and prosecutions.
Mr Lijtmaer graduated from Northwestern School of Law in Chicago. His article criticizing the felony-murder rule in Illinois was selected for publication in Northwestern’s prestigious Journal of Criminal Law and Criminology. Prior to moving to Southern California, Mr. Lijtmaer worked as an associate at a top-ranked New York law firm in the white-collar group and general litigation.
Mr. Lijtmaer founded LIJT LAW to focus his practice exclusively on criminal defense. He prides himself on his unparalleled relationships with his clients and his consummate professionalism both in and out of the courtroom.