About Jack
20 Years in Criminal Defense. Built for High-Stakes Cases.
DUI may be common, but the consequences are serious. Jack brings a level of experience most DUI-only lawyers simply do not have.
Serious Criminal Defense Background
Jack Ter-Saakyan has spent 20 years in the trenches of criminal defense, handling serious, complex cases where the stakes are high and the consequences are life-altering. That kind of experience shapes how you approach every case, including DUI.
When you have spent two decades dealing with the full spectrum of criminal law, a DUI case becomes more manageable. Not because it is less important, but because you have the tools, the instincts, and the courtroom experience to handle it with precision. Jack knows how prosecutors think, how cases are built, and how they fall apart.
That depth of experience is what separates Jack from attorneys who only handle DUI cases. He brings strategy, not guesswork. Courtroom skill, not just paperwork. And the kind of relationships and network that only come from 20 years of consistent practice in the same courthouses.
Why DUI Clients Benefit from Big-Case Experience
Most DUI attorneys have only ever handled DUI cases. Jack has handled cases that are far more complex, and that experience translates directly to better DUI defense. He knows how to challenge evidence, cross-examine witnesses, file effective motions, and negotiate from a position of strength.
When your attorney has spent years handling high-stakes criminal matters, a DUI case gets the kind of attention and strategic thinking that most defendants never receive. Jack applies pressure where it matters, identifies weaknesses others miss, and uses his courtroom credibility to get better outcomes.
Personal Attention on Every Case
At large firms, your case gets assigned to whoever is available. You might speak with a paralegal, a junior associate, or someone who barely knows your name. That is not how Jack operates.
When you hire Jack, you get Jack. He personally reviews every piece of evidence, appears at every hearing, and is available to answer your questions directly. Your case is not a file number. It is a person's life, and Jack treats it that way.
Jack's Approach to DUI Defense
Immediate Action
Jack contacts the DMV within hours to protect your license and begins building your defense from day one.
Thorough Investigation
Every traffic stop, every field sobriety test, every breath or blood test is scrutinized for errors and violations.
Strategic Defense
Using 20 years of criminal defense insight, Jack identifies the weaknesses in the state's case and builds a defense strategy tailored to your specific situation.
Aggressive Advocacy
Whether negotiating with prosecutors or fighting at trial, Jack advocates aggressively for the best possible outcome.
Clear Communication
You will never be left wondering what is happening with your case. Jack keeps you informed at every step.
Credentials
Talk to Jack, Not a Receptionist
Available 24/7. Free & confidential. Jack personally reviews every case.
Courts Jack Practices In
- Pasadena Courthouse
- Glendale Courthouse
- Burbank Courthouse
- Clara Shortridge Foltz CJC
- DMV Administrative Hearings
What Clients Say
Jack's Clients Speak for Themselves
"I was arrested for my first DUI near Old Town Pasadena and was terrified. Jack walked me through every step of the process, fought my DMV hearing, and got my charges reduced. I cannot recommend him enough."
Michael R.
Pasadena | First-Time DUI
"Jack is the real deal. He got my DUI case dismissed by challenging the traffic stop on Brand Boulevard. His knowledge of the Glendale courthouse and the local prosecutors made all the difference."
Sarah T.
Glendale | DUI Defense
"After my arrest near the Burbank Town Center, I was a mess. Jack calmed me down, explained my options clearly, and delivered results that exceeded my expectations. He truly cares about his clients."
David K.
Burbank | DUI Reduced to Wet Reckless