District Attorney Nathan Hochman: Year in Review

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The Los Angeles World Affairs Council, in partnership with the American Society for Public Administration (ASPA), is pleased to present a luncheon and conversation with Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman. Marking one year since his election, this “year in review” discussion will highlight Hochman’s reflections on his first year in office—progress made, challenges faced, and priorities moving forward. 

As the county’s top prosecutor, Hochman will share insights on issues shaping the justice system, including public safety, criminal justice reform, and the role of law in strengthening public trust and accountability. This timely program will offer an opportunity for members of the legal and business community to engage directly with DA Hochman on the challenges and opportunities of ensuring justice in Los Angeles.

Thank you to our presenting sponsor

 Ellis George LLP!

DA Nathan Hochman Bio: 

On Dec. 3, 2024, Nathan J. Hochman was sworn in as the 44th District Attorney of Los Angeles County, vowing to improve public safety by pursuing appropriate sentences for violent and serious offenders, while offering counseling and rehabilitation to those whose crimes were motivated by addiction or mental illness. A lifelong Angeleno, DA Hochman served as Assistant U.S. Attorney General for the Tax Division of the Department of Justice in 2008. Prior to that, he was an Assistant U.S. Attorney for the Central District of California from 1990 to 1997, serving in the Criminal Division. He also had an extensive career in the private sector, as a partner of several nationwide law firms and as a leading expert in tax law, criminal defense and environmental law. DA Hochman previously served as President of the Los Angeles City Ethics Commission. He graduated magna cum laude from Brown University and earned his law degree from Stanford Law School.