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Matthew Koken

3.3
Rating: 8.6

Licensed for 17 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at San Diego, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Personal Injury

424 'F' Street, Suite D, San Diego, CA

About Matthew

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

20 years | 1,000 cases

50%
DUI and DWI 25%

20 years

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 17 years

State: California

Acquired: 2008

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Location

Law Office of Matthew S. Koken

424 'F' Street, Suite D, San Diego, CA, 92101

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Matthew Koken's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

3.3 /5.0

3 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | April 26, 2013 | Criminal Defense

Excellent and Trustworthy Attorney !!!

Matthew Koken has assisted me in Petty Theft Case and has obtained excellent results. Although he is a attorney who works on larger cases, he took the time recently to help me with a "Misdemeanor case" . He is very professional as well as understanding. He felt that I had a decent case even though m...y research on the web turned up very grim statistics with regards to Petty Theft and related immigration issues. His engaging personality and encouraging words assured me I was in good hands. You know just by working with him that he knows precisely what he is doing. He'll help you get through your case and will fight with everything he has at his disposal to return the best results possible. He knows a lot of the court judges and attorneys at the court house, and knows how to strategically position your case in a way that will give you the best outcome. Hire Matthew Koken if you want someone who will fight for you as you'd expect to be represented. This will be money well spent.

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Matthew Koken's Lawyer Endorsements

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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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Michael D'Antoni

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 20

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"Matt is a knowledgeable, effective advocate who knows how to handle a case and protect the client's interests. I had the pleasure of working with him on matters when we were both at the San Diego Public Defender's Office. His relationships and experience are of great valule to his clients, and he presents a persuasive case."

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Kevin Denton

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 28

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with Matt on cases and I am comfortable sending conflict clients to him. I respect his knowledge, diligence, and decorum. He works hard for his clients and gets great outcomes."

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Brian Mcneil

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I worked with Matthew Koken on a number of cases including a case where my client was accused of resisting arrest and the jury came back not guilty on all counts. Mr. Koken assisted in that case and his help proved invaluable to my client. Having worked closely with Mr. Koken on a number of criminal cases I have always found him well-prepared, thorough, and with an excellent grasp of the issues in any particular case. I highly recommend him as a smart and tough defense attorney who is also empathetic to the plight of his clients."

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William Concidine

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Koken is an exceptional attorney who always goes above and beyond for his clients. He is trustworthy, knowledgeable, and dedicated to work in criminal defense. Mr. Koken takes pride in personally handling all his cases which ensures that clients remain well informed at all times. Any client would be lucky to have Mr. Koken to represent them."

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Solomon Chang

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"After working with Matt on numerous cases, I can gladly say he is an excellent attorney who takes pride in his work. He is aggressive, dedicated, and, above all, absolutely devoted to the well-being of his clients. Matt has my highest recommendations."

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Michael D'Antoni

Criminal defense lawyer

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Kevin Denton

Criminal defense lawyer

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William Concidine

Criminal defense lawyer

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Frederick Carroll

Criminal defense lawyer

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Solomon Chang

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.6 (Excellent)

Honors

2008

Commitment to Const. Protections in Indigent Crim. Defense, USD and Community Defenders, Inc.

Work Experience

2008 - Present

Attorney, Law Office of Matthew S. Koken

2006 - 2008

, San Diego County Office of the Public Defender

Associations

United States District Court, Southern District of California

Attorney

State Bar of California

Member

San Diego County Bar Association

Member

San Diego Criminal Defense Bar Association

Member

California Attorneys for Criminal Justice

Member

San Diego Criminal Defense Lawyers Club

Member

American Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

People v. R.G.

Counts 2, 4, 5: Dismissed. Counts 1, 3: Not Guilty.

People v. R. Doe

3 felony counts dismissed, 1 felony count reduced to misdemeanor

People v. Doe

An infraction and fine was ordered.

People v. John Doe

Not Guilty

Permanent Restraing Order Hearing

Dismissed with prejudice.

People v. Tenney

Case Dismissed

People v. Mann

Case Dismissed

People v. Doe

Case Dismissed

People v. Jane Doe

Dismissed

People v. J. Doe

Dismissed

People v. C. Doe

Dismissed after preliminary hearing

People v. B. Doe

Wet/Reckless

People v. Ch. Doe

Charges Not Filed and Restraining Order dismissed

People v. G. Doe

Charges Not Filed

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Education

2008

University of San Diego School of Law

Juris Doctor

2005

University of California - Berkeley

BA - Bachelor of Arts

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