Trent R Buckallew

Trent R Buckallew

4.8
Rating: 9.9

Licensed for 26 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Phoenix, AZ
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Juvenile

1850 N. Central Ave., Suite 310, Phoenix, AZ

About Trent

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 40%

We handle all criminal cases, including misdemeanors and felonies, assault, domestic violence, drug crimes, probation/parole violations, property crimes, theft/shoplifting, etc.

27 years

40%
DUI and DWI 40%

We handle all DUI/DWI cases throughout the state of Arizona, including misdemeanor and felony cases.

27 years

40%
Juvenile Law 20%

We handle all juvenile criminal cases throughout the state of Arizona.

27 years

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Arizona for 26 years

State: Arizona

Acquired: 1999

Active

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Location

Law Offices of Trent R. Buckallew, PC

1850 N. Central Ave., Suite 310, Phoenix, AZ, 85004

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Trent R Buckallew's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

17 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 8 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Amber | June 14, 2018 | Family

I highly recommend Trent Buckallew

Trent helped with a marriage legal issue and we couldn't have been happier with how fast this was resolved.

Posted by Lucas | May 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Great experience

in 2009, I retained Trent Buckallew for an alcohol-related case that I was charged with, and was very impressed with his high level of intelligence, expertise and experience. It was a confusing and intimidating situation, but Trent was great with walking me through each step of the court process whic...h resulted in a fair plea. To this day, I continue to consult with Trent for any legal questions I may have, and his knowledge is invaluable. I highly recommend the Law Offices of Trent Buckallew.

Posted by brian | March 20, 2015 | DUI & DWI

righted a wrong

6 years ago I was in an accident at 6 am in the morning, sideswiped by a truck without any lights on. I had three cocktails the night before and was cited for a dui. 5/12 years after the original ticket the case was dismissed, only to be refiled 4 months later. Trent was referred to me and he has... done fantastic work, ultimately resulting in the dismissal of the case on many procedural issues. He only had the case for 3 months but he and his assistant were awesome. I would highly recommend him as he helped me find justice. Thank you.

Posted by Tim | September 20, 2013 | DUI & DWI

Life Saver

I am very fortunate to be writing this review about Trent Buckallew. In 1992 I was 19 years old, and in Spring Training in Tempe, AZ. for the Seattle Mariners. I was stopped one night and arrested for an alleged DUI. It is 2013, and I had to face these charges from Massachusetts. I searched all o...ver for an AZ. lawyer, and I was not physically, nor emotionally secure with any of the lawyers I spoke with, until Trent. This man had me feeling confident within a matter of minutes. His knowledge on the topic was amazing. I say with the utmost confidence; that his knowledge, and persistence were "hard charging". I served in the Marine Corps, and having someone as special as Trent fighting for your rights, is simply put...HOPE! Thank you Trent, my family and I are extremely happy that we met.

Posted by anonymous | May 17, 2013 | Criminal Defense

Trent Buckallew is a great lawyer

Mr. Buckallew represented me last year and did a great job. I was looking at 2 counts aggravated assault with a deadly weapon 1 count disorderly conduct and leaving the scene of an accident. My first plea was for 3 1/2 years in prison and my public defender was not going to help me at all. So I picke...d up the phone and had about 12 consultations and the way Mr. Buckallew wanted to handle my case and the way he presented himself blew every other lawyer out of the water. So I hired him to represent me. My case went on for 2 to 3 months and I was never in the dark about what was going on and feel I got the best defense there is. I ended up getting 6 months in county jail and standard probation. Mr. Buckallew did everything he said he was going to do and I could see he actually cares about the well being of his clients. I felt like a horrible person after talking to some of the other lawyers and Mr. Buckallew never made me feel that way. So I just wanted to thank Mr. Buckallew and I would recommend him on any criminal case. He is a great lawyer and good person. Thanks.

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Trent R Buckallew's Lawyer Endorsements

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Timothy Tobin

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 15

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Larsen

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 03

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Trent is an excellent attorney. He is very well respected by judges, prosecutors and court staff. He is a very nice and honest person. Trent gets great results for his clients and he is very detailed in his work. I highly recommend Trent for any criminal law or DUI case."

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Ryan McPhie

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Trent is a dedicated, bright defense attorney who cares about his clients. His experience allows him to find creative solutions for his clients. I highly recommend him."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | May 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Trent. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Mark Andersen

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have worked with and against Trent Buckallew for 15 years and I hold him in the highest esteem. I am very confident that Trent's clients are in the best of hands. I endorse this lawyer."

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Russell Richelsoph

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Trent is one of the brightest attorneys I know. I have known Trent since about 2002 and we both completed the Arizona Forensic Science Academy in 2011. He is a great guy and an excellent attorney."

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Sherynn Perry

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Trent is an excellent lawyer evident by his professionalism, knowledge and experience in the field, and dedication and responsiveness to his clients. He always makes sure to do everything in his power to achieve the best possible outcome in all of his clients’ cases."

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Experience

Rating:  9.9 (Superb)

Honors

2013

Board Certification in Criminal Law, State Bar of Arizona

2013

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers

2013

Certificate of Appreciation - Women's Rights, Amnesty International

2012

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers

2011

Arizona Forensic Science Academy - Certificate, Arizona Attorney General's Forensic Science Advisory Committe

1998

Juvenile Justice Criminal Law, American Jurisprudence Award

Work Experience

2004 - Present

Attorney, Law Offices of Trent R. Buckallew, PC

2000 - 2004

Senior Attorney, Office of the Public Defender - Maricopa County

1999 - 2000

Attorney, Office of the Public Defender - Mohave County

Associations

2006 - Present

American Academy of Forensic Sciences

Member

2005 - Present

National College of DUI Defense

Member

2004 - Present

Arizona Attorneys for Criminal Justice

Member

2004 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

1999 - Present

American Civil Liberties Union

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

State v. JW

Not Guilty Trial Verdict

State v. JL

Not Guilty (All Counts)

State v. JB

Not Guilty (All Counts)

State v. FB

Not Guilty (All Counts)

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Education

2004

National University

MA - Masters

1999

California Western School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1996

Arizona State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2006

4th Annual APDA Statewide Conference

Mental Health Law - Criminal/Civil

Publications

2011

eBook (Consumer Guide) Arizona Criminal Defense Strategies

Languages

English

Activity

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