8 Years Avoided
ADW — Full Dismissal
Client faced eight years in state prison. The entire case was dismissed.
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The Firm
Direct representation. Serious results.
House of Defense Law was built to be selective, not volume-driven. Criminal defense is the primary identity of the firm, and civil litigation matters are handled with the same level of preparation, pressure, and precision.
Clients are not passed through a high-volume pipeline. Important decisions are not delegated away from the lawyer. Every case is handled with direct attorney involvement, clear communication, and a strategy shaped around what is actually at risk — whether that means record, reputation, freedom, license, or financial recovery.
“You helped me get set free, and I’ll always be grateful for that.”
Client · House of Defense LawJasmine J. Haghani
Founder, House of Defense Law
Jasmine Haghani is a Los Angeles attorney focused on criminal defense and civil litigation, with a specialization in personal injury matters. Her practice is built on strategy and direct involvement in every case.
House of Defense Law operates as a selective practice, not a volume-driven one. Every case is handled with intention, precision, and personal attention.
Case Results
Notable victories
Results vary by case. Prior outcomes do not guarantee future results.
Strike Dismissed
ADW — Prison Avoided
Strike exposure removed and prison avoided entirely in a high-stakes matter.
No Registration
PC 288 — Charge Reduced
Charge reduced with no sex offender registration required.
Full Dismissal
Domestic Violence
Case dismissed after aggressive challenge to the prosecution’s narrative.
$300,000 Settlement
Motor Vehicle Accident
Confidential settlement secured through strong pre-litigation advocacy.
Policy Limits
Rear-End Collision
Every available dollar of insurance coverage recovered on the client’s behalf.
Criminal Defense
Criminal defense matters
Pre-File Intervention
When charges may be coming, early defense work can materially change the trajectory of a case.
Felonies
High-exposure criminal matters handled with full preparation and trial readiness.
Misdemeanors
Every charge is treated seriously because collateral damage often outlives the case itself.
DUI Defense
From the legality of the stop to testing procedures, every weakness in the record is examined.
Domestic Violence
Fact-based defense, careful investigation, and focused pressure where the evidence allows it.
Restraining Orders
Defense against orders that affect housing, employment, movement, firearm rights, and future leverage.
Sex Crimes
Handled with discretion, discipline, and careful attention to long-term consequences.
Expungements
Record-clearing work designed to reopen opportunities and reduce future barriers.
Juvenile Matters
Strategic defense for young clients whose future should not be defined by a single allegation.
Civil Litigation
Civil litigation matters
Breach of Contract
Strategic handling of disputes involving agreements, performance issues, and damages.
Insurance Claims
Insurance carriers are evaluated early and pressured appropriately.
Business Disputes
Civil disputes handled with attention to leverage, cost, exposure, and practical resolution.
Personal Injury
Personal injury representation
Auto Accidents
Rear-end collisions, multi-vehicle accidents, rideshare incidents, and injury claims involving significant bodily harm.
Slip & Fall Matters
Premises liability cases involving dangerous conditions, negligent maintenance, and preventable injuries.
Dog Bite Claims
Strategic handling of injury claims involving bites, scarring, trauma, and related damages.
Wrongful Death
Civil matters involving catastrophic loss approached with seriousness, discretion, and careful litigation strategy.
Client Testimonials
What clients remember
★★★★★
“You have no idea the amount of security you brought. Having someone in your corner when you’re going through that — you don’t forget it.”
★★★★★
“She fought hard and never stopped pushing for the best possible outcome. She truly cared, and it showed in every detail.”
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Criminal Defense Resources
Future posts may include information on DUI, expungements, restraining orders, and what to do after an arrest.