Kerry Lee Armstrong's Reviews

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3.6 /5.0

11 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | December 26, 2023 | Hired Attorney

Lazy as heck

So lazy, all they did is lie lie lie. Called them repeatedly and they would lie about be on top of the matter!!!!! Don’t hire them !!!!!!!!!! Save your money.

Kerry Armstrong

Replied last April 25, 2024

If this anonymous poster ever decides to post their name, I will gladly reply to these baseless accusations.

Posted by anonymous | August 24, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Don't Hire Kerry

Kerry proved to be everything you don't want your lawyer to be: Incompetent, unreachable, late to court hearings, and to top it off he has a huge ego! He calls from unknown number, to call him you have to go thru the switch board and leave msgs. Most of the time he doesn't even call back, and other... times responds via email. His customer service skills does not jive with the rate he charges you. As he is amongst some of the more expensive attorneys. He collects all the money upfront, that should've been a red flag! Do yourself a service if you want legal representation stay away from this guy, you be better off with public defender than him

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Kerry Armstrong

Replied last April 25, 2024

Another anonymous poster. I cannot adequately refute something that did not happen and was posted by someone who will not reveal their name.

Posted by anonymous | June 24, 2014 | Criminal Defense

no communication

i was disapointed in this attorney. he did not communicate with me about my case. he did not answer my inquiries. he did not tell me what he was doing or how the case was progressing. he was very full of himself. i had to fire him do to lack of communication. we had no idea what he was doing. ...we had no idea when our trial was or what offer he made the DA. he is not the one for you

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Kerry Armstrong

Replied last June 24, 2014

First of all, the person who wrote this comment was NOT my client. Rather, she is the mother of my ex-client. Second, the person who wrote this comment has serious drug abuse issues, as well as serious mental issues. Third, look at the gross misspellings in the client's mother's comments. (And, she is a licensed CA attorney, which is more reprehensible.) She would often call me high on pills and yell and scream at me for no reason. Fourth, the client is currently on his fourth retained attorney, which shows that he cannot work with anyone (including me). And fifth, the prosecuting agency was not the "DA," but rather the City Attorney's Office. And I did in fact get the offer that the client had been seeking for many months on his DUI case. I cannot say more about my actual ex-client due to attorney/client privilege, but trust me, these allegations are baseless.

Posted by Paul | March 12, 2014 | Litigation

Great criminal defense attorney!

I retained attorney Kerry Armstrong back in March, 2013 to assist me with an unfortunate legal matter that I ran into and he was very pleasant to work with. Not only was he very determined and motivated, he also walked me through every process and aspect of the case, and made sure I understood every...thing that was going on at all times. We took my case to trial, and because of Kerry, we won. I'm extremely grateful and fortunate to have worked with Kerry through all of this and could not be happier with the result. Thank you for your diligence and hard work!

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Posted by Taylor | December 12, 2011

Has your back!

I had a little situation that could have gone really bad for me, but things worked out and I am very satisfied. The one thing that I really needed was to be able to touch base with him during the process and he was always available or got back to me right away.

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Kerry Lee Armstrong's Lawyer Endorsements

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Sebastian Davies

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Kerry Armstrong is an incredible defense attorney. He put's his client's needs before his own and ensures that the client is well cared for. He is not the type of attorney who will take a case and convince the client to take a plea deal. He knows the law and ensures that the prosecution understands where the case has weaknesses to ensure that his clients get the best results possible. If you get in trouble in San Diego there is really only one attorney to call; Kerry Lee Armstrong."

Douglas Borthwick

Domestic violence lawyer | Dec 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Nancy Sussman

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 24

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer as the biggest crook and con artist there ever was . He defends child molesters , drinks to celerbrate that he pulled one off on the jury by his lies allowing them to injure other innocent children.Look on the internet you can see him drinking with his cronys. He is what makes a lawyer have a bad reputation. he lies cheats, violates his clients privilege to confidential communication. Lawyers should uphold justice not endorse criminal behavior and lie to do it.His infamous defense is he just brushed against the child. he did not mean to touch her or sexually assault her. If you look on the internet you can see him drinking champagne celebrating that he pulled one off, just like the Casey Anthony situation a smooth , sly, crooked, unbalanced, lush, lawyer . He should be disbarrred in my opinion . one of the worst crooks i came across in my career which was 32 years as an attorney. He even looks the part"

Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | May 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

Marc Kohnen

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kerry is the best trial attorney in San Diego. I would know, I have worked with him for over 9 years, and have learned from Kerry since before I was even licensed to practice law. Don't just take my word for it though; take the word of the entire San Diego Criminal Defense Bar Association who voted him Trial Attorney of the Year in 2012 or "The Recorder" a legal publication that in 2012 voted Mr. Armstrong Trial Attorney of the Year for the entire State of California. Whenever I have an unfamiliar legal issue in one of my own cases Kerry is my first call, I consider myself lucky to have him as a friend and legal resource."

Michael Shemtoub

Child abuse lawyer | Sep 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Your resume speaks for itself and I consider you a valuable member of the attorney community. I would recommend you to anyone and everyone who needs your services. I whole heartedly endorse this lawyer!"

James Dicks

Criminal defense lawyer | May 22

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

Alexander Fuqua

Criminal defense lawyer | May 13

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse Kerry Armstrong! Kerry's experience is far superior than any other criminal defense attorney that I know. Kerry's methodical way of approaching a case, spotting issues beneficial for his clients, and presence in the courtroom is superb. Having worked for Kerry for several years, I can personally attest that his work ethic, dedication to clients, and trial skills help him get the best possible outcome for the individuals he represents."

Jeremy Evans

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Professional and experienced."

Shannon Smith

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Armstrong is hands down the most amazing criminal defense trial attorney in San Diego. He is meticulously prepared for each and every case. He is always on top of all legal develpments happening in Criminal Law. I highly recommend Mr. Armstrong,"

Daniel Smith

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kerry is an outstanding lawyer with the kind of courtroom presence that we all strive to obtain. He is always one step ahead of the prosecutor and a true professional. Dan Smith"

Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Dec 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Aaron Hicks

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Kerry for several years now and he is one of the premier criminal defense attorneys in Southern California. He has handled and had great success with cases at every level. Whenever I have questions on the law, Kerry is typically the first person I call and he always knows the answers. If I were in trouble myself, Kerry is the first person I would call. Great attorney and great person. Highly recommended!"

Daniel Greene

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 02

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Kerry Armstrong is my hero! I first met Kerry in 2004. He was the senior associate for the then-best defense firm in San Diego. Kerry has had a rather large hand in shaping my practice as a Criminal Defense Attorney. He is without a doubt the first person I contact with questions. Despite our different styles of practice, I believe Kerry Armstrong to be among the finest trial lawyers in California. I am very critical of trial skills, and I find his to be nothing short of spectacular. It's true that I work for Kerry; however, I do so by choice. He has been an exemplary role model and mentor, a person I am proud to call "boss" and "friend." I have watched first-hand as he has tried some of the most complex cases I have ever seen...and WON! Not many defense attorneys can claim the types of success he has achieved on behalf of his clients. He has the utmost respect of judges, prosecutors and defenseI lawyers. I am honored to be a part of his firm as it has made me a better lawyer."

Alan Macina

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Kerry since 2004 and strongly endorse him based on his knowledge, aggressiveness, conscientiousness and incredible record of success in trials."

Arvand Naderi

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. In my opinion, Kerry is the top criminal defense attorney in San Diego. He is one of the most effective, thorough, and competent attorneys I know. His legal tactics are complemented by his intense knowledge of the law. He is surgically thorough when it comes to practicing criminal defense and protecting his clients. He does not skip any steps in the process of defending his clients. Highly effective."

Mary Prevost

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kerry Armstrong is by far one of the most successful criminal defense lawyers in Southern California. His specialty is taking on the difficult cases. He commands the respect of judges and his fellow criminal defense lawyers. His ability to dissect the testimony of government witnesses, and prove their lies to a jury, is amazing. I highly endorse Kerry Armstrong."

Anna Yum

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kerry Armstrong is an outstanding trial attorney and a highly skilled negotiator. He has an excellent reputation in the San Diego legal community in that he is well-respected among the prosecutors, judges, and defense panel. He frequently obtains impressive outcomes for his clients even in the most difficult cases. I have personally seen Kerry in trial and he absolutely excels in the courtroom. As a fellow attorney in the community, I highly endorse Kerry Armstrong."

Michael Berg

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kerry is a terrific lawyer that has successfully handled some of the toughest, high-profile cases in San Diego. He is aggressive, a skilled negotiator and highly experienced. he has an impeccable reputation and will bring very effective representation to your case. i highly recommend him."

Randy Grossman

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Kerry Armstong is one of the premier criminal defense attorneys in San Diego. I have known him for more than 15 years. He has received outstanding results in extremely difficult cases. When judges refer cases to you, as they do to Kerry, that speaks volumes."

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