We Defend Good People
Facing Serious Charges
When your freedom and future are on the line, the right criminal defense attorney can make all the difference. Clients turn to us because of our history of success in even the most challenging of cases.
Experience You Can Trust
Kilts & Davis is a criminal defense law firm representing clients in state and federal courts throughout Southern California.
Led by top-rated attorneys Michael R. Kilts and Edward James Davis, the firm focuses on serious and violent felony charges, including murder, sex crimes, and complex juvenile matters.
A Former Prosecutor Fighting for You
With more than 45 years of experience practicing criminal law, Mr. Kilts is widely regarded as one of the most battle-tested defense attorneys in Southern California. Before entering private practice, Mr. Kilts served as a prosecutor with the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office. Today, he puts that experience to work for his clients—anticipating prosecutorial strategies, identifying weaknesses in the government’s case, and building powerful, strategic defenses designed to achieve the best possible outcomes.
1122 E. Green St., #2
Pasadena, CA 91106
Phone: (626) 304-7770
Fax: (626) 304-7774
KiltsDavis.com
Award-Winning Defense
Edward James Davis is an award-winning criminal defense attorney who began his career as Special Assistant to the Governor of California.
He previously practiced at one of California’s largest criminal defense firms, where he was honored with the firm’s Excellence Award in Criminal Defense for his dedication to clients and his success in securing dismissals and charge reductions in major felony cases.
Your Defense Starts Immediately
At Kilts & Davis, your defense begins the moment you hire us—not weeks later. We move immediately to visit your loved one in custody, investigate the allegations, identify witnesses, preserve critical evidence, and begin building the strongest possible defense, often before the first court appearance. While many firms wait for the case to unfold, we believe that acting quickly from day one can make a meaningful difference in the outcome.
Call us today to set up a free consultation.
1122 E. Green St., #2
Pasadena, CA 91106
Phone: (626) 304-7770
Fax: (626) 304-7774
KiltsDavis.com
We Defend Good People Against Serious Charges
Life in Prison -> Misdemeanor -> Full Dismissal
For more than 45 years, individuals throughout Los Angeles have trusted our firm with high-stakes criminal matters — including serious and violent felony cases.
Our attorneys bring a rare combination of courtroom experience and insider knowledge of how the system actually works.
Michael R. Kilts is a former prosecutor with the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office. Edward James Davis served as a Special Assistant to the Governor of California and Press Secretary to the Mayor of Los Angeles.
Together, Kilts & Davis defend clients facing the most serious charges.
We Listen.
Then We Build Your Defense.
No two cases—and no two clients—are the same.
Some clients come to us because they were misidentified or wrongly accused. Others are facing charges that significantly overstate what actually happened. And sometimes, good people come to us after a mistake — needing someone who will fight to keep them out of jail and secure the best possible outcome.
No matter your situation, we remain focused on one thing: protecting your freedom and your future.
Serving Clients Throughout Greater Los Angeles
1122 E. Green St., #2
Pasadena, CA 91106
Phone: (626) 304-7770
Fax: (626) 304-7774
KiltsDavis.com
Michael R. Kilts
- Founder, Kilts & Davis
- Former Deputy District Attorney, Los Angeles County
- 45 years of experience in criminal defense
- Experienced in both state and federal court
- Handles both trial and appellate matters
- Former court-appointed attorney for complex juvenile cases
- Graduate, Loyola Law School
Edward James Davis
- Partner, Kilts & Davis
- Winner, Excellence Award in Criminal Defense, 2024
- Former Special Assistant to the Governor of California
- Former Press Secretary to the Mayor of Los Angeles
- J.D., The Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law
- Georgetown University, Edmund A. Walsh School of Foreign Service
- Fluent in Spanish
Flor Falla
- Paralegal
- Fluent in Spanish
- Coordinates Free Case Consultations
- Works Closely with Attorneys on Client Matters
- Helps Clients Navigate Court Procedures and Case Logistics
Record of Results
Murder
Speedy Trial Rights Violation
CASE DISMISSED
CASE DISMISSED
Assault with a Firearm
Police Destroyed Key Evidence
CASE DISMISSED
CASE DISMISSED
Shooting at an
Occupied Vehicle
Police Misidentified Client as the Shooter
CASE DISMISSED
CASE DISMISSED
$250,000 Grand Theft
Investigation Proved Client’s Innocence
CASE DISMISSED
CASE DISMISSED
Robbery
Cross Examination Exposed Misidentification
CASE DISMISSED
CASE DISMISSED
Rape-Related Felony Allegation
Pattern of False Accusations Exposed
Sex Charge Dismissed
No Sex Offender Registration
Sex Charge Dismissed
No Sex Offender Registration
Murder
Prosecutor Not Ready for Trial – Twice
CASE DISMISSED
CASE DISMISSED
Assault with a Firearm
Robbery & Assault with a Deadly Weapon
Shooting at an
Occupied Vehicle
Police Misidentified Client as the Shooter
CASE DISMISSED
CASE DISMISSED
$250,000 Grand Theft
Investigation Proved Client’s Innocence
CASE DISMISSED
CASE DISMISSED
Drug Transportation
Traffic Stop Unlawfully Prolonged
CASE DISMISSED
CASE DISMISSED
Rape-Related Felony Allegation
Pattern of False Accusations
CHARGE DROPPED
NO SEX OFFENDER REGISTRATION
CHARGE DROPPED
NO SEX OFFENDER REGISTRATION
These Are Just Some of the Results We Have Achieved
Past results do not guarantee future outcomes. Results depend on a variety of factors specific to each case.
Our Clients Say It Best
"Excellent Attorney"
– Bry H.
"Will Never Forget What
He Did for Us"
He Did for Us"
– Jose
"Answered All Our Questions"
– Genesis Perez
"Brought Me Home"
– Alan
"Does Not Talk Down to You"
– Chris Marin
"Never Stopped Fighting for Me"
– Andrew
"Some of the Best Money
I Ever Spent"
I Ever Spent"
– Ricardo
What Clients Say About Kilts & Davis
Real Clients. Serious Charges. Lives Changed.
“He had my case dropped.”
Mr. Kilts went above and beyond to prove my innocence and made me feel like family.
— Bry
Worked with Michael Kilts
“My attempted murder charge was dismissed.”
Mr. Davis changed the course of my life. My family will never forget what he did for us.
— Jose
Worked with Edward James Davis
“Facing life… and got a great deal.”
He answered every question and helped my little brother avoid what could have been a life sentence.
— Genesis
Worked with Michael Kilts
“I was facing 12 years. He brought me home.”
No jail time. I got to be there for my daughter because he never stopped fighting.
— Alan
Worked with Edward James Davis
Meet Our Legal Team
We Dig Into the Facts, Challenge False Allegations, and Secure Dismissals
When Charges Are Not Supported by the Evidence.
Michael R.
Kilts
Michael R. Kilts
Founder, Kilts & Davis
-
Former Los Angeles
County Prosecutor -
45+ Years of Criminal
Defense Experience -
Defended Thousands
of Criminal Cases -
Decades of Success
in Serious Felony Defense
Loyola Law School (J.D.)
Edward James
Davis
Edward James Davis
Partner, Kilts & Davis
-
Former Special Assistant to
the Governor of California -
Handles Serious & Violent
Felony Cases -
Proven Record of Dismissals
and Charge Reductions -
Bilingual in English
and Spanish
Georgetown University (B.S.F.S.)
The Catholic University of America (J.D.)
Flor
Falla
Flor Falla
Paralegal, Kilts & Davis
-
Bilingual in English
and Spanish -
Coordinates Free Case
Consultations -
Works Directly with Attorneys
on Client Matters -
Guides Clients Through
Court Procedures and Case Logistics
AREAS OF PRACTICE
Assault Charges
Domestic Violence
Drug Charges
Juvenile Offenses
Murder & Manslaughter
Sex Crimes
Cases We Handle
We handle all types of California criminal cases from misdemeanors to the most serious felony charges
5 Reasons Clients Choose
Kilts & Davis
- Immediate ActionWe visit your loved one as soon as possible after an arrest and begin building a strategic defense from Day One.
- We make sure you and your family always know what is happening with your case.
- We provide Spanish-speaking families with a Spanish-speaking attorney.
- We identify the facts and legal defenses that can change the outcome of your case.
- Most importantly, we have a record of keeping clients out of jail—even in serious and violent felony cases.
