Solo Practice · Santa Cruz, CA

One attorney. Your case. Direct representation in Santa Cruz County.

Damir Kouliev is a solo attorney handling criminal defense, DUI, traffic, and limited-scope family law matters in the Santa Cruz County Superior Court. When you call this office, you reach Damir — not an intake desk, not a junior associate.

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Practice Areas

Four focused practice areas, handled by one attorney

Damir keeps a deliberately narrow practice so every matter gets his direct attention. All four areas below are handled personally — from the first call through the final court date.

Criminal Defense

Misdemeanor representation in Santa Cruz County Superior Court, including theft, assault, drug, and probation matters. Honest assessments and clear next steps.

DUI Defense

California VC 23152 defense for first-time and repeat charges — from DMV hearings to court resolution. Practical strategy, no scare tactics.

Traffic Defense

Affordable, often remote representation for infractions, speeding, and other traffic tickets — for both Santa Cruz residents and out-of-area drivers.

Family Law (Limited Scope)

A fresh approach to divorce, custody, child support, and restraining orders — unbundled, document-focused services that keep costs predictable.

Attorney Damir Kouliev
Meet Your Attorney

Damir Kouliev, Attorney & Counselor at Law

Damir was born in Switzerland, raised in the former Soviet Union, and studied anthropology at Reed College in Portland, Oregon before earning his J.D. at Golden Gate University School of Law in San Francisco. He has practiced law for over 17 years.

Now admitted to the California Bar, Damir runs a solo office in Santa Cruz County. That structure is intentional: every client works directly with him — no associates, no paralegals routing your case, and no billing clock that starts the moment you say hello. Expect plain-English explanations, transparent fees, and an attorney who answers your call.

  • Solo practice — you work directly with Damir on every matter
  • Admitted, State Bar of California — Bar No. [CA-BAR-#]
  • J.D., Golden Gate University School of Law — San Francisco, CA
  • 17+ years of private-practice experience
  • Limited-scope, fixed-fee options available where appropriate
Built for the 831

Serving Santa Cruz County and the surrounding coast

From the wharf to the redwoods, Damir's office is centered in Santa Cruz and ready to represent clients throughout the County's courts.

Santa Cruz Downtown, Westside, Eastside, Live Oak
Watsonville South County matters & remote consults
Capitola & Soquel Mid-county residents and visitors
Scotts Valley & San Lorenzo Valley Felton, Ben Lomond, Boulder Creek

Cases handled at the Santa Cruz County Superior Court — Main & Watsonville branches.

Facing a charge or a deadline? Don't wait.

Most matters move faster than people expect. A short consultation can clarify what you're actually dealing with — and what your real options look like.

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Same-day responses during business hours. After-hours messages returned the next morning.

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(831) 435-4585

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Santa Cruz, CA