Kareem S. Aref, Esq.

Kareem S. Aref, Esq. is the owner and chief trial attorney at Shield Law, APC, serving clients throughout Southern California from the firm’s La Mirada office. Known for his dedication and commitment, Mr. Aref takes on both criminal defense and civil litigation matters—standing beside clients the moment they walk into the courtroom and working tirelessly to protect their rights. His practice covers a broad range of legal issues, including DUI, assault, domestic violence, theft, expungements, white collar and fraud, violent crimes, homicide, probation violations, sex crimes, robbery, embezzlement, and more.

His reputation is built on delivering consistent results, and he is frequently described by clients as reliable, responsive, and compassionate. People appreciate his ability to explain what is happening in their case, his readiness to answer questions, and his calm and steadfast manner under pressure. Always reachable, he provides 24/7 availability to clients, understanding that legal matters can’t always wait for business hours. Whether defending someone wrongly accused or navigating a complex dispute, Mr. Aref draws on his experience and tenacity to seek the best possible outcome.

Mr. Aref is based at Shield Law, APC’s La Mirada location (14241 E Firestone Blvd, Suite 400), and works with people not only in La Mirada but also throughout Los Angeles County and surrounding counties. If you need support fighting charges or defending your rights, he welcomes your call for a free consultation.

Areas Of Practice

Admitted To Practice

• California, 2017

Education

• UC Davis SOL King Hall
• Univ of California Riverside

Languages

• English
• Arabic
• Spanish