Marc Steen Kohnen

Marc Steen Kohnen

4.0
Rating: 6.9

Licensed for 18 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at San Diego, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Violent Crime, White Collar Crime

425 10th Ave, San Diego, CA

About Marc

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

I represent all types of criminal cases and can defend you against both misdemeanor and felony charges. I am dedicated to protecting my clients' rights and providing the aggressive advocacy they deserve.

22 years | 200 cases

50%
DUI and DWI 25%

Although a commonly charged crime, DUI is a serious offense that requires knowledgeable representation. I can examine all evidence brought against you to determine if your rights were violated and powerfully challenge the allegations to seek reduced charges. I handle first time DUIs, multiple DUI, under 21 DUI, and cases involving checkpoints.

22 years | 50 cases

25%
Violent Crime 15%

My firm provides attentive and strategic defense against all types of violent crime charges. Do not wait to enlist my proven representation if you have been charged with murder, manslaughter, arson, assault, false imprisonment, carjacking, or assault with a deadly weapon.

15%
White Collar Crime 10%

If you are accused of committing a misdemeanor or felony white collar crime, I can protect your rights and interests. I can create a compelling defense against such charges as fraud, bribery, embezzlement, extortion, credit card fraud, money laundering, and more.

10%

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 18 years

State: California

Acquired: 2008

Active

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2023

Location

The Law Office of Marc S. Kohnen

425 10th Ave, San Diego, CA, 92101

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Marc Steen Kohnen's Reviews

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4.0 /5.0

16 Client Reviews

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Posted by William | November 08, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Scam lawyer

Marc Kohnen failed to represent me from start to finish. He is a Con-Artist waiting for easy money. He NEVER met with me prior to my hearings nor did he have a game plan at anytime. It was always shoot from the hip approach to all my court hearings. Lack or no call backs. He gets upset when I re...fused to take a LOW BALL offer from my ex-wife. Do yourself a favor, get a Lawyer that has some type of professionalism!

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Marc Steen Kohnen's Lawyer Endorsements

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Kristine Blagof

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Trevor Potts

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 29

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I've had the pleasure to work for attorney Kohnen as a law clerk before becoming a licensed attorney myself. I learned everything that I know from attorney Kohnen, from how to treat your clients with great compassion to how to present a winnable defense. There is no question that attorney Kohnen is one of the best criminal defense attorneys around, but more importantly, he is an outstanding human being. If my liberty interest were on the line, there is no one else I would trust more than attorney Kohnen in protecting my freedom and vindicating my rights. I highly recommend attorney Kohnen for anyone looking for top-notch criminal defense."

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Douglas Borthwick

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | May 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Sammer Zakhour

Criminal defense lawyer | May 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Approachable, ethical, hard-working, and intelligent. Marc is an excellent criminal defense attorney. I endorse and recommend Mr. Kohnen without reservation."

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Brian Johnson

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 25

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Marc and his staff are the firm that we always go to when our immigration clients have criminal issues. They are responsive, accurate and reliable. I endorse this lawyer."

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Daniel Greene

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 07

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have known Marc for several years and I have seen him in action on many occasions. He is extremely well-respected in the legal community and is an excellent advocate for his clients. Marc has obtained truly exceptional results for his clients over the years, whether they be as a result of court hearings or achieving excellent plea deals. His clients rave about his attentiveness and attention to detail. He works very hard to obtain the results he does. He is an excellent option for anyone in need of quality, first-rate representation."

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Kerry Armstrong

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 03

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Mr. Kohnen for many years, and he used to be my associate. Mr. Kohnen is a very hard worker who always goes to bat for his clients. He researches the relevant issues and is always prepared. Whether you need a good plea-bargain or need to go to trial, Mr. Kohnen is a good choice for you."

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Lindsey Mercer

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Marc Kohnen is an excellent, passionate, well respected lawyer in the San Diego legal community. He is very compassionate towards his clients and always gives 150% to provide the best defense possible. I really respect Marc's legal judgment, his trial skills, and his professionalism as an attorney."

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Peter Blair

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Mr. Kohnen for a number of years and he is one of the more intelligent and dedicated attorneys I have worked with. Mr. Kohnen is well known and respected as a successful trial attorney throughout Southern California. I have personally seen him obtain tremendous results for his clients through his tireless work ethic and unmatched passion for criminal defense. I highly endorse Mr. Kohnen and wish nothing but continued success for him and his firm."

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James Dicks

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"This attorney works very hard for the client and keeps up with the law by attending legal seminars to assist them in this regard. I endorse this attorney."

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Aaron Hicks

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Marc is a fierce advocate for his clients. He is passionate about his job and obtaining the best results possible on his cases. He is well respected in the courts not only by the defense bar, but more importantly by the prosecutors and judges. I would be confident referring anyone to him for representation."

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David Shapiro

Criminal defense lawyer | May 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Marc's experience working on high profile, complex, serious felonies makes him an invaluable resource to his colleagues, but most importantly to his CLIENTS. He is a good friend, but an even better lawyer."

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Isaac Blumberg

Criminal defense lawyer

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Michael Hernandez

Criminal defense lawyer

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Lindsey Mercer

Criminal defense lawyer

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Daniel Greene

Criminal defense lawyer

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Kerry Armstrong

Criminal defense lawyer

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Aaron Hicks

DUI and DWI lawyer

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David Shapiro

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  6.9 (Good)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2023.

Discipline, Probation; no Actual Suspension issued in CA, 2023

updated on 11/07/2023

This sanction means the attorney had a suspension placed on hold (and ultimately removed) by complying with certain requirements.

Honors

2018

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2017

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2016

People Love us on Yelp!, Yelp

2014

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2014

Top 10 Attorneys Under the age of 40, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys, Inc.

2013

Top Attorney Semi Finalist, San Diego Daily Transcript

Work Experience

2008 - Present

President, The Law Office of Marc S. Kohnen

2008 - 2008

Associate, Law Offices Of Kerry L. Armstrong, Aplc

2004 - 2008

Attorney/Law Clerk, Steigerwalt and Associates

2001 - 2003

Assistant Football Coach, California University of Pennsylvania

Associations

2008 - Present

Criminal Defense Bar Association of San Diego

2008 - Present

California Attorneys for Criminal Justice

2008 - Present

San Diego County Bar Association

2008 - Present

California Public Defenders Association

Sample of Legal Cases

People v. Peter Robbins

Probation

People v. Jennifer Trayers

Not Guilty - First Degree Murder

People v. Valerie Carlson

Probation

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Education

2006

Thomas Jefferson School of Law

Juris Doctorate

2003

California University of Pennsylvania

MS - Master of Science

1999

University of Vermont

English

Speaking Engagements

2012

USD Criminal Law Society

Criminal Law Practitioner Seminar

Publications

2016

Reporting San Diego Branch Bound for Trial

2016

San Diego Union Tribune Detective Recounts Encounter, Chokehold

2015

San Diego Reader Magazine Deputy's carotid hold unwarranted?

2013

San Diego Union Tribune Defense Attorney Receives Local Honor

2012

2011

Wall Street Journal NCAA Bracket Math

2008

Languages

Spanish

Danish

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