Werksman Jackson & Quinn

What Werksman Jackson & Quinn does

Werksman Jackson & Quinn LLP is a Los Angeles-based criminal defense law firm founded in 1994, operating from a single office at 888 West Sixth Street, 4th Floor. The firm is structured as a California limited liability partnership with 9 attorneys (5 partners and 4 associates) led by Managing Partner Mark Werksman, and holds Martindale-Hubbell's AV rating. Its practice covers the full spectrum of criminal defense, including white collar crimes, federal crimes, sex crimes, violent crimes, DUI, drug crimes, state crimes, writs and appeals, and Title IX defense, with representation in both California state courts and federal courts nationwide.

The firm serves a high-net-worth client base that includes Hollywood actors and executives, CEOs of large corporations, professional and college athletes, and members of foreign royal families, supplemented by general criminal defense work for individuals facing felonies and misdemeanors. Notable representations include the Karen Read murder trial (resulting in acquittal), the Phil Spector murder case, the Nick Reiner case, and recent NFL player DUI matters (Jordan Addison, Demarcus Robinson). The firm does not advertise pricing; engagements are quoted case-by-case based on complexity, attorney, and expected hours, with work delivered through direct attorney-client relationships.

The go-to-market model is reputation- and referral-driven, with earned media coverage in outlets such as the Los Angeles Times, New York Times, Washington Post, Hollywood Reporter, CNN, CBS News, and BBC serving as the primary client acquisition channel. The firm maintains a content blog, social media presence (Facebook, Instagram, X), and a published case results page to reinforce inbound inquiries. The firm is privately held by its partners with no external investment, no parent company, and no publicly disclosed revenue.

Name

Werksman Jackson & Quinn

Legal name

Werksman Jackson & Quinn LLP

Website

https://werksmanjackson.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1994

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Werksman Jackson & Quinn LLP is a Los Angeles criminal defense boutique with 9 attorneys representing high-net-worth individuals, celebrities, executives, professional athletes, and others in high-profile criminal matters across California state and federal courts nationwide.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Criminal Defense Legal Services

NAICS

Offices of Lawyers (541110), Offices of Lawyers (54111)

SIC

Services-Legal Services (8111)

akta.pro primary industry

Personal Injury & Insurance Defense (BPAHAAAM)

Keywords

• Criminal defense law
• White collar defense
• Federal criminal defense
• Trial law services
• Legal defense services

Headquarters

HQ city

Los Angeles

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Legal Defense Services: Professional legal services for criminal defense matters including white collar crimes, federal crimes, sex crimes, violent crimes, DUI, and drug crimes. Revenue generated through hourly fees, flat fees for specific services, and contingency arrangements where applicable. Services provided in both California state courts and federal courts nationwide.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Werksman Jackson & Quinn LLP is a Los Angeles-based criminal defense law firm representing individuals in California state courts and federal courts nationwide. The firm handles diverse cases including white collar crimes, federal crimes, sex crimes, Title IX matters, writs and appeals, state crimes, violent crimes, DUI, and drug crimes, serving high-profile clients, corporate executives, and members of the general public.

Product overview

Werksman Jackson & Quinn LLP is a criminal defense law firm offering comprehensive legal services through a unified practice model. The firm provides representation across multiple specialized practice areas including white collar crimes, federal crimes, sex crimes, DUI, drug crimes, violent crimes, state crimes, Title IX defense, and writs and appeals. All services are delivered by the firm's attorneys as integrated legal practice areas rather than as separate product lines.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• White Collar Crimes Defense Legal defense representation for individuals charged with white collar offenses including fraud, embezzlement, and other financial crimes in state and federal courts.
• Federal Crimes Defense Legal defense representation for individuals charged with federal criminal offenses in United States federal courts nationwide.
• Sex Crimes Defense Legal defense for individuals charged with sex crimes in California state courts and federal courts.
• Title IX Defense Legal defense for students and faculty facing Title IX investigations and disciplinary proceedings at colleges and universities.
• Writs and Appeals Legal representation for post-conviction writs and appeals in criminal matters.
• State Crimes Defense Legal defense representation for individuals charged with criminal offenses in California state courts.
• Violent Crimes Defense Legal defense for individuals charged with violent crimes in California state courts and federal courts.
• DUI Defense Legal defense for individuals charged with driving under the influence offenses in California.
• Drug Crimes Defense Legal defense for individuals charged with drug possession, distribution, and trafficking offenses in state and federal courts.

Quantifiable outcome

• Karen Read acquitted of murder charges in high-profile Massachusetts case
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

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Has API

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Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• Federal Bar AssociationminorOthersProfessional membership organization for attorneys practicing in federal courts. Firm members maintain membership as part of professional standing and networking.
• American Bar AssociationminorOthersProfessional membership organization for lawyers. Multiple firm members participate as part of professional development and ethical standards maintenance.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Broad incumbents

• Greenberg Traurig: Large international firm with a significant white-collar and criminal defense practice. Comparable to Werksman Jackson & Quinn on federal and high-profile criminal defense matters, but offers a far broader service portfolio.
• Latham & Watkins: Global full-service firm with a leading white-collar defense and investigations practice. Competes for high-end federal criminal defense mandates from executives and corporations; much broader platform than the boutique firm.
• Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan: Global litigation powerhouse with a top-tier white-collar and government investigations practice. Overlaps with Werksman Jackson & Quinn on federal and white-collar defense matters, but operates at broader scale with corporate client base.

Direct peers

• Geragos & Geragos: Los Angeles-based criminal defense boutique renowned for high-profile celebrity and white-collar defense, frequently appearing in similar media outlets. Directly comparable in practice mix, client base (Hollywood, executives), and premium-fee model to Werksman Jackson & Quinn.
• Ben Brafman Law: New York-based criminal defense firm representing high-profile clients (Sean Combs, Dominique Strauss-Kahn). Comparable in celebrity/executive client mix, premium fee structure, and reliance on reputation and earned media for client acquisition.
• Thomas Mesereau Law Offices: Los Angeles-based criminal defense firm best known for representing Michael Jackson. Highly comparable boutique model with celebrity defense focus, frequent media presence, and similar high-end fee structure.
• The Baez Law Firm: Florida-based criminal defense firm led by Jose Baez (Casey Anthony acquittal). Comparable as a high-profile defense boutique whose brand is built around a small number of nationally visible case wins and a celebrity/international client base.
• Dick DeGuerin & Associates: Houston-based criminal defense firm representing high-profile clients (David Koresh, Robert Durst). Comparable boutique white-collar and high-profile criminal defense practice with strong media relationships.

Regional players

• Hedding Law Firm: Los Angeles-based criminal defense boutique focused on California state and federal criminal matters. Comparable practice mix and regional presence, though with a less concentrated focus on celebrity/executive clientele.
• Eisner Gorin LLP: Los Angeles-based criminal defense firm handling federal and state cases across white-collar, violent crimes, and DUI. Comparable in LA market positioning and breadth of criminal defense services, though geared to a broader mid-market client base.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/werksmanjackson
• Facebookfacebook.com/profile.php
• Instagraminstagram.com/werksmanjacksonquinn
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/werksman-jackson-quinn

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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