Cid Rigel Kallen

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Cid Rigel Kallen

5.0
11 reviews
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Rating: 9.2

Licensed for 16 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Yuma, AZ
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Bankruptcy & Debt, Unknown

113 W Harold C Giss Parkway, Yuma, AZ

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About Cid

Biography

Experienced — Local — Dedicated

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Bankruptcy and Debt 33%

33%
Criminal Defense 33%

16 years

33%
Personal Injury 33%

9 years

33%
Other 1%

1%

Fees and Rates

We have not found any cost information for this lawyer

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2016

Licenses

Licensed in Arizona for 16 years

State: Arizona

Acquired: 2010

Active

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2017

Location

CITRINE LAW, L.L.C.

113 W Harold C Giss Parkway, Yuma, AZ, 85364-2210

citrinelaw.com/

Online Presence

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Cid Rigel Kallen's Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | March 03, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Very experienced and professional

Cid and Aracely you are the best!!!! I was in a panic, for I had never had to deal with the law before. When I spoke with Cid on the initial consultation, I felt very relieved that he would be there every step of the way. Aracely was amazing in keeping in contact with me on all my issues. Aracely als...o relieved a lot of my stress by continual conversations and assuring me that all would be ok and it was. Thank you so much for believing in me and getting my case dismissed. I highly recommend this law firm and all the staff. If you are in need of an attorney you wont go wrong here. They are the best!!!!!!

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Cid Rigel Kallen's Lawyer Endorsements

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Andre Pennington

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 08

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Cid is a highly effective attorney. His knowledge of the state court and federal system is impeccable You will not be disappointed with choosing Cid as your attorney."

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Jose de La Vara

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 03

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I strongly endorse Cid Kallen. He is an exceptional lawyer. We have had numerous cases opposite each other. He is always well-prepared, thoroughly cognizant of his case's strengths and weaknesses. He is an assertive, ethical advocate for his clients. I enjoy working opposite Cid Kallen because his great professionalism requires I be on top of my game as well. His presentations are always analytical, based on the law and compel me to view his clients as persons, not just another file."

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Matthew Marner

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 07

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have known Cid Kallen from his first days as an attorney. He is an extraordinary attorney even when compared to other well-respected attorneys. I have personally observed Cid in court, in trial, attacking the prosecution, and representing his clients with a sense of justice and ferocity. He has never backed down in a case. He has won cases that seemed hopeless. He goes beyond your average attorney. He truly wishes to help people and makes sure that they have the best representation possible. I wholeheartedly endorse Cid as an amazing attorney. If you find yourself with a legal matter and need a person who cares and will fight hard for you, Cid is your attorney."

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Justin McManus

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 23

Relationship: Friend

"Mr. Kallen is a highly knowledgeable, skilled and experienced attorney covering many areas of practice. He is well respected in the legal community. Mr. Kallen always goes the extra mile to deliver high quality, personalized and professional service to his clients."

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Marlo Arnold

Personal injury lawyer

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Andre Pennington

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Matthew Marner

Criminal defense lawyer

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Justin McManus

General practice lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.2 (Superb)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2017.

Admonition issued in AZ, 2017

updated on 07/22/2020

An admonition means an attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The Bar gives the lawyer an admonition in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.

Honors

2018

Nationally Ranked Top 10 Attorneys Under 40, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys

2017

Nationally Ranked Top 10 Attorneys Under 40, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys

2017

10 Best Under 40, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2016

Nationally Ranked Top 10 Attorneys Under 40, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys

2016

10 Best Under 40, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2010

Faculty Advisor's Award, The Phoenix Law Review

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Managing Partner, Territorial Law, L.L.C.

2012 - Present

Owner, Kallen Law, PLLC

1900 - Present

Attorney, CITRINE LAW, L.L.C.

2011 - 2012

Assistant Federal Public Defender, Federal Public Defender Of Arizona

2010 - 2011

Assistant Legal Defender, Yuma County Legal Defender

Associations

2016 - Present

State Bar of Arizona

Bar Leadership Institute Selection Committee

2015 - Present

United States Supreme Court Bar

Admitted Attorney

2015 - Present

Yuma County Bar Association

Member

2014 - Present

Arizona Attorneys for Criminal Justice

Member

2014 - Present

Arizona Independent Redistricting Commission

Commissioner

2012 - Present

State Bar of Arizona

Standing Appointments Committee Member

2011 - Present

United States District Court for the District of Arizona

Licensed Attorney

2011 - Present

United States Court of Appeals For the Ninth Circuit

Licensed Attorney

2008 - 2015

Los Abogados Hispanic Bar Association

Board of Directors

Sample of Legal Cases

State of Arizona v. Chang Borquez

Acquitted at Trial, NOT GUILTY as to all counts.

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Education

2009

Phoenix School of Law

Doctor of Law (J.D.)

2004

Southern Illinois University, Carbondale

Bachelor of Science (B.S.)

N/A

Arizona Summit Law School

Speaking Engagements

2016

Paralegal Studies - Bankruptcy Class

Chapter 7 Consumer Bankruptcy - Guest Lecturer

Publications

2009

Phoenix Law Review Local Procedure Contradicting Legislative Intent: Where Governmental Processes Fail to Comply with Requirements Set Forth by Applicable Statutes

Languages

English

Spanish

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