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Kian Raoul Magana
also known as Kian R. Magana
About Kian
Biography
A Pasadena based criminal defense attorney, formerly a prosecutor with the Los Angeles City Attorney's Metropolitan Branch, informally referred to as the "DUI Unit", for the high number of DUIs handled. Kian Magana speaks Spanish fluently, and is regarded as an excellent trial attorney by both prosecutors and defense attorneys in the community.
Kian Magana is able to handle all kinds of criminal cases anywhere in Southern California. Call today for a free consult!
Aggressive Criminal Defense Attorney in Los Angeles Dedicated to Justice for the Accused
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
30%
DUI and DWI
30%
Domestic Violence
30%
Federal Crime
10%
Fees and Rates
Awards
2016 2015
Licenses
Licensed in California for 11 years
State: California
Acquired: 2014
No misconduct found
Location
The Law Office of KR Magana
595 E. Colorado Blvd., Suite 424, Pasadena, CA, 91101
themaganafirm.com/Lurie, Zepeda, Schmalz, Hogan & Martin, APC
1875 Century Park East Suite 2100, Los Angeles, CA, 90067-2574
themaganafirm.com/Kian Raoul Magana's Reviews
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Posted by K | September 24, 2024 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
LOOK NO FURTHER
I'll start off by saying, I've talked to at least 20 different lawyers. I had a very extensive case for my civil harassment restraining order. I had been sexually assaulted, threatened, coerced, manipulated, and psychologically tortured by my former boss. Kian spent an extensive amount of time to re...
Posted by anonymous | January 15, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Knowledgable, thorough, and gets the job done
Kian helped us obtain a restraining order. He used his acute knowledge of the law to guide us through the process and navigate challenges along the way. He is patient, understanding, and very resourceful. I highly recommend him.
Posted by Sameer | May 17, 2017 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Great lawyer - great human!
I met Kian through a chance meeting after receiving an infraction ticket; being new to the country, I wasn't versed in local laws. Kian was very kind and helping me understand my rights, the jargon and what my options are. He walked me through every step of the way, despite how minute my issue was. I...
Posted by anonymous | March 21, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Convictions Expunged
Kian is an extremely knowledgeable, professional and more than competent attorney. He not only was able to get my record cleaned, he advised me of all the possible legal ramifications and implications and kept in contact with me during the whole process and provided excellent legal service. I felt...
Posted by Romero, W | November 22, 2015 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Reduced a Misdemeanor to an Infraction!!!
The Goldstein Law Group again has provided me nothing but superior service. Attorney Magana was assigned to my case and impressively handled it. I was pulled over for a warrant flag being on a car I was driving and because I was driving without a license, was issued a citation. Magana did his rese...
Kian Raoul Magana's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Kian is an extremely bright young lawyer who understands that his hard work really helps him achieve monumental results for his clients. Kian thinks outside of the box, is not afraid to get his hands dirty, and continues to impress me with his accomplishments."
"Kian Magana is a highly skilled and highly intelligent attorney in the field of criminal defense. I strongly endorse him for anybody seeking representation in connection with a criminal matter. I know Kian professionally and would feel comfortable with him handling/helping out on any criminal matters"
"Kian was the prosecutor assigned to a vehicular manslaughter case that I was defending. He is smart and extremely likeable. He fought hard for his side and got a guilty verdict on a very tough case. Now that he's opened his own defense practice, he's going to have all the smarts and inside know how of the prosecutors along with the contacts that no one else has. If you have a DUI in LA, he's the guy I would call and no one else."
"Mr. Magana is a highly skilled, diligent and knowledgeable attorney who is well-known in the legal community for his outstanding professionalism. He was able to obtain satisfactory results even for clients whose cases were incredibly difficult by dedicating his time and effort to achieve the best results. I certainly endorse this lawyer and have no doubt he will be of great help to anyone seeking legal advice or representation within his main areas of practice."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Kian is a fantastic attorney. He is knowledgeable, professional and not afraid to take a stance for his clients. I recently represented an opposing party with Mr. Magana and he was always professional, competent and reasonable and stood his ground with good justification when he wanted something for his client."
"I endorse Kian Magana. Dedicated attorney who aggressively fights for his clients. Knowledgeable, intelligent, and hard working."
"I endorse attorney Kian Magana. Demonstrates excellent knowledge of the law based on his accurate legal answers in the Avvo community. Talented, hard working, and dedicated."
"I endorse attorney Kian Magana. He provides a valuable service in the Avvo community by posting thorough legal answers for people looking for some help."
"Attorney Kian Magana fights hard for his clients to obtain the best possible outcome. He is talented, knowledgeable, and dedicated to the legal profession. I fully endorse him."
"I endorse attorney Kian Magana. A dedicated professional who will aggressively fight for his clients. He is an asset to our legal profession."
"I endorse attorney Kian Magana. His legal answers in the Avvo community are accurate and helpful to individuals who have asked for some advice on how to handle their case. His contributions show an excellent knowledge of law and procedure. He is an asset to our profession."
"Attorney Kian Magana donates his time posting very helpful legal answers in the Avvo community to help people looking for assistance. This demonstrates a compassion to help people in need. He is an asset to the legal profession. I fully endorse him."
"I endorse attorney Kian Magana. He is talented, knowledgeable, and a strong advocate for his clients. Dedicated to his profession and works hard to obtain the best possible outcome for every client he represents."
"Attorney Kian Magana post accurate legal answers in the Avvo community to help individuals seeking advice. He demonstrates excellent knowledge of the law. I fully endorse him."
"I endorse attorney Kian Magana. He provides excellent legal answers in the Avvo community to help people who came here seeking some advice. He is an asset to our profession."
"I endorse Kian Magana. Hard working and skilled attorney who is dedicated to the success of his clients."
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Experience
Honors
2022
Certificate of Appreciate in Recognition of Exceptional Service, City of Los Angeles
Work Experience
2024 - Present
Attorney, The Law Office of KR Magana
1900 - Present
Associate, Lurie, Zepeda, Schmalz, Hogan & Martin, APC
2021 - 2023
Deputy City Attorney, Los Angeles City Attorney's Office
2018 - 2021
Associate Attorney, Lurie Zepeda Schmalz Hogan and Martin, A.P.C.
2015 - 2018
Associate Attorney, The Goldstein Law Group
2014 - 2015
Associate Attorney, Pierry & McAdams
2013 - 2013
Prosecutorial Extern, Los Angeles City Attorney
2012 - 2012
Legal Extern, Los Angeles Superior Court
Associations
2014 - Present
Los Angeles County Criminal Courts Bar Association
2014 - 2015
Los Angeles County Bar Association
2014 - 2014
American Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Hit and Run reduced
Reduction to a lesser offense
Misdemeanor Reduced to Infraction
Reduction
Uninmous Not Guilty
Not Guilty
Dui Dismissal
Dismissed
Felony Possession with Intent to Sell Dismissed
Dismissed
Battery Investigation Dropped
Investigation dropped, case dropped
Felony Reduced to Misdemeanor with No Custody Time
Reduced to a misdemeanor with no custody time
DUI and Hit and Run Non-Filed
Non-File (Dismissal)
Education
2014
UC Davis SOL King Hall
JD - Juris Doctor
2014
University of California Davis King Hall School of Law
JD
2010
Cornell Univ
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2022
LACBA: The Criminal Justice Section Presents
Jury Selection in Criminal Trials During Covid
Languages
Spanish
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Top Contributor
Kian earned significant contribution points in 2016.
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can a ex parte be filed in a civil harassment case when a TRO is granted?
13 May 2017
Q&A
In California how long is a residential search warrant valid to be executed
10 Apr 2017
Q&A
Can someone press charges on you if you knocked out there tooth during a fight but they started the fight .
10 Apr 2017