Nathan Joseph Hochman [1] (born November 26, 1963) [2] is an American attorney, who has served as the District Attorney of Los Angeles County since December 3, 2024. [3] Hochman is a former federal prosecutor and Assistant U.S. Attorney General.

Dec 3, 2024 · DA Hochman vowed to improve public safety in Los Angeles County by pursuing appropriate sentences for violent and serious offenders, while also offering counseling and rehabilitation to those whose crimes were motivated by addiction or mental illness.

Mar 20, 2023 · As an attorney and general counsel in private practice, Nathan has earned a reputation as one of the nation’s leading criminal justice defense and tax lawyers. For more than two decades, Nathan has represented victims of crimes and defended the constitutional rights of individuals and organizations against governmental overreach.

Dec 3, 2024 · DA Hochman vowed to improve public safety in Los Angeles County by pursuing appropriate sentences for violent and serious offenders, while also offering counseling and rehabilitation to those whose crimes were motivated by addiction or mental illness.

Nov 15, 2024 · The incoming district attorney for Los Angeles County, Nathan Hochman, says in an interview with The Associated Press that his first task in office is to eliminate the “pro-criminal blanket policies” of one of California’s most high-profile progressive prosecutors, George Gascón.

6 days ago · LOS ANGELES — District Attorney Nathan J. Hochman announced today that felony charges have been filed against three individuals who allegedly engaged in human sex trafficking and pandering of multiple victims.

Dec 1, 2024 · Hochman – who has attacked Gascón policies that he says led to increased crime – says he’s committed to bringing back prosecution for low-level, nonviolent crimes, restoring accountability...

Dec 3, 2024 · Los Angeles County's new top prosecutor took office Tuesday when he was sworn in at a Hall of Justice ceremony in downtown LA. Nathan Hochman defeated incumbent George Gascón in last month's...

Nov 6, 2024 · Nathan Hochman defeated George Gascón in the race for Los Angeles County district attorney, unseating an incumbent known as the godfather of progressive prosecutors.

Nathan Hochman has dedicated his career to making Los Angeles County a safer, more equitable, and vibrant place to live. Born and raised in Los Angeles, Nathan's deep connection to the community drives his commitment to public service and justice.