About Us

Justice with Heart. Law with Purpose.

We didn’t start CGAL Law Group to be just another law firm.
We started it because people deserve better.

Better than being ignored.
Better than being confused by complex legal systems.
Better than being treated like a case number.

At CGAL Law Group, we believe that legal representation should feel like advocacy, not alienation.

We’re here for the people who’ve been overlooked, overwhelmed, or underestimated.

And we’re here to change what legal care looks and feels like.

Our Story

Our founder, Christine Galustians, didn’t take the easy path. She turned down underpaid offers and built her practice from scratch: no ads, no shortcuts, just word of mouth and relentless dedication.

She started with criminal defense, her first love, and expanded into immigration and personal injury to meet the real needs of real people.

From the beginning, Christine’s approach has been simple: show up, listen, explain, and fight like it’s personal.

Now, CGAL Law Group is growing into the boutique firm she always envisioned: one rooted in compassion, clarity, and community.

Our Mission & Values

To provide expert legal representation with compassion and integrity, empowering clients through clarity, connection, and relentless advocacy.

We serve people at the most vulnerable moments of their lives. When their freedom, family, or future is at stake. And we do it with heart.

  • Compassion is strength. We lead with empathy, even in the courtroom. Especially in the courtroom.

  • Clarity is power. We explain the law in plain language so clients feel informed, not intimidated.

  • Honesty is non-negotiable. We don’t sugarcoat. We set real expectations and deliver real results.

  • Access is everything. Our clients get our cell numbers. Because trust is built through connection.

  • Relentlessness is our rhythm. When a door closes, we climb through the window.

Our Vision & Who We Are

To build a values-driven boutique law firm that delivers exceptional legal care, mentors the next generation of attorneys, and creates lasting impact for the communities we serve.

We’re here to grow with purpose.

We’re a team of fighters, listeners, and bridge-builders.
We’re bilingual, bicultural, and deeply committed.
We’re present, prepared, and passionate about what we do.

And we’re just getting started.

Who We Serve

We serve people navigating some of the most complex and emotionally charged legal challenges of their lives:

  • Individuals facing criminal charges that require a fierce and strategic defense.

  • Immigrants seeking safety, stability, or family reunification.

  • Families fighting to stay together in the face of deportation.

  • Professionals and business owners protecting their reputations and livelihoods.

  • People injured in accidents who need someone to fight for what they’re owed.

  • First-time offenders who want a second chance.

  • Parents, caregivers, and community members who just want to be heard.

…and many others. (See our services for more.)

If you’ve ever felt lost in the legal system, we’re here to help you find your way.

Meet Our Founder: Christine Galustians

Relentless in the courtroom. Compassionate with clients. Grounded in justice.

Christine Galustians is the founder and principal attorney of CGal Law Group — our boutique California law firm built on the belief that every client deserves to be heard, respected, and fiercely represented.

Christine’s legal career began with a clear mission: to provide expert legal advocacy with integrity, empathy, and cultural sensitivity. A proud daughter of immigrants and a fluent Armenian speaker, she understands firsthand the fear and confusion many clients face when navigating the legal system, especially those from underserved or multilingual communities.

Christine earned her Juris Doctor from Cooley Law School at Western Michigan University and quickly distinguished herself through her work in criminal defense, immigration, and personal injury law. Her early experience at a Michigan Public Defender’s Office shaped her commitment to protecting the rights of the accused and advocating for those who feel voiceless in the system.

Today, Christine is known for her strategic thinking, direct client access, and ability to handle complex crossover cases, especially those involving both criminal and immigration consequences. She’s a lawyer, a trusted advisor, a fierce negotiator, and a calming presence in moments of crisis.

Clients describe her as “exceptional,” “devoted,” and “the kind of attorney who puts herself on the line for you.” Judges have commended her courtroom preparation. And community members turn to her not just for legal help but for hope.

When she’s not in court or consulting with clients (or stuck in LA traffic), Christine enjoys baking decorative cakes and desserts, figure skating, and traveling.

No hiding behind receptionists, ghosting clients, or overpromising and underdelivering.

We’re the firm that answers your call.
That explains every step.
That fights like your future depends on it, because it does.

We’re especially proud to serve Spanish- and Armenian-speaking communities with culturally sensitive, bilingual support.

And we specialize in crossover cases where criminal and immigration law intersect, because we know how high the stakes are when your freedom and your status are on the line.