Keith John Bruno

Keith John Bruno

4.7
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 23 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Irvine, CA
Practice Areas: Personal Injury

18600 MacArthur Blvd., Suite 200, Irvine, CA

About Keith

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 7 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2018

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in California for 23 years

State: California

Acquired: 2002

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Bruno | Nalu

18600 MacArthur Blvd., Suite 200, Irvine, CA, 92612

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Keith John Bruno's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.7 /5.0

14 Client Reviews

5 star (13)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (1)

Posted by Nick | December 13, 2014

Excellent Legal Counsil

In my opinion, Keith Bruno is top notch legal council. After finding myself in an awkward legal situation, I hired Keith to represent me. He conducted himself with the utmost professionalism and really gave my case very personal attention and I feel that after having him represent me , my case came o...ut with the best possible outcome. I have since recommended family and friends to him for representation based on the merit of the job he did for me. They were all very happy with the outcomes of their cases as well. I will continue to use Keith for any other matters that might come up requiring his skills and recommend anyone reading this review to do the same if the want the best possible representation in a criminal matter. Thanks Keith :)

Posted by Jeannie | December 10, 2014

amazing Attorney and Associate.

I have known keith for a number of years. He is very professional, forward, hard working, intelligent, and always pushes to do the best he can..in my opinion nobody does it better. Ive also worked with Keith. Ive never worked with anyone who worked as hard as he did for all his clients. Keith genuine...ly cares for his clients and strives to give them the best representation possible. I will always refer Keith because in my opinion, he's the best!

Posted by anonymous | December 7, 2014

Great counsel during a difficult time

I hired Keith to represent me for a DUI offense and was totally impressed by his professionalism, intelligence and service. I had a number of unusual circumstances and questions, and Keith helped me to navigate my options with skill and patience. I paid him a fixed fee up front, as others have comm...ented, and determined across the course of my case that his price was incredibly fair - generous really, given the amount of time that he spent helping me. Keith is well respected by his peers in the court and truly committed to helping people. I have recommended him to friends and they have all come back to me later with remarks that he did something special and above and beyond.

Posted by Mike | December 5, 2014

Keith is one of the best in the business

I got a DUI, it was my first, and it was pretty scary. I had no clue how to go about what was about to happen to me from a legal standpoint. Keith was on top of it since the moment I contacted him. He explained the process and told me exactly what I was looking at and what he could do to ease the ...stress of it all. Seeing that Keith has other clients I understand he cannot be at my beckoning call, but he always got back to me the same day. I would recommend Mr. Bruno to anyone and would use him again in a heartbeat if I were to ever encounter anymore legal troubles.

Posted by David | December 5, 2014

Keith has my full trust

I have turned to Keith several times for legal advice, but he truly came through when I needed him most. I was arrested for a DUI in October 2012 and it was devastating. Keith not only calmed my tension regarding the horrific ordeal, but also gave me the most sound guidance I could have hoped for. Hi...s swift action directed me through the proper channels both in the DMV and the courts. He thoroughly prepared me for my DMV hearing, prepared me for my day in court, and helped me achieve an almost impossible task of minimizing a FIRST offense DUI. Rather than extensive fines, amazingly I received a stipulated Wet-and-Wreckless. Much less in fines and reduced legal implications. Thankfully no one was hurt in my severe indiscretion and Keith cared enough and helped me to communicate that this is an isolated incident that I intend to NEVER happen again. Thanks Keith for all that you do, and while I plan to turn to you for legal advice in the future hopefully it will never be for such a serious lack of judgement on my part.

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Keith John Bruno's Lawyer Endorsements

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Eric Francisconi

Personal injury lawyer | Nov 22

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I've had the privilege of knowing Keith from when he first started as a young associate at our firm to his own very successful practice today. It was obvious from the beginning that he would be an elite trial attorney, and that's exactly what he has become. He loves what he does and he's great at what he does. I am delighted to endorse him."

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Mark Aalam

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Keith is a talented and experienced criminal defense attorney who for works tirelessly to defend the rights of the accused. I definitely endorse this lawyer."

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Blake Lynch

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"One of the most qualified and experienced attorneys I know. Glad to know I can call on him if I was in need."

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Clark Fielding

Litigation lawyer | Jul 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I fully endorse Mr. Keith Bruno. Mr. Bruno is an expert litigator who has obtained phenomenal results at trial. Mr Bruno is personable and passionate about trial."

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Joshua Waldman

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I wholeheartedly endorse Keith Bruno. I have referred several clients to Mr. Bruno for criminal defense matters, and they consistently tell me they were exceptionally pleased with his work. I know Mr. Bruno is a tireless and zealous advocate for his clients and he would certainly be my first call if I were ever in need of criminal defense counsel."

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Douglas Borthwick

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Brad Micklin

Administrative law lawyer | Nov 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Keith Bruno is an experienced attorney whose participation and comments in Avvo show his commitment to serving clients as well as his level of experience. He is an excellent attorney that I recommend wholeheartedly."

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John Stanko

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Aaron Harper

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He had provided an Outstanding analysis and answers on several issues that I have taken note of and he is highly respected among his peers as a leader in his field."

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Robert McGinnis

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 24

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Denise Crawford

Criminal defense lawyer | May 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Since the day Keith sat down next to me our first day in law school, he has never failed to impress. I have known him his entire career and continue to be amazed by his talent, diligence and commitment to his clients. He's smart, he cares and most importantly, Keith always finds a way to win."

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Christopher Zander

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Keith is a pillar of the legal profession. A trial attorney at it's best. A true defender of the innocent and protector of all state and federal constitutional rights."

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Therese Hankel

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Keith Bruno is an aggressive, compassionate attorney who works very hard for his clients. You won't go wrong with Keith on your side."

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Jacqueline Goodman

Unknown lawyer | Jan 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Keith Bruno is great trial attorney. His skills are legendary."

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Miranda McCroskey

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Keith is an accomplished and successful attorney. I have been friends with him for years, and have seen many times over his passion for providing excellent legal services. I strongly endorse him."

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Daniel Grupenhagen

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Mr. Bruno and would recommend that you contact him if you need help with your criminal case or DUI matter"

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Graham Donath

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have had the opportunity to work with Mr. Bruno on several matters and can truly say that he is one of the best. His hard work and dedication to his clients is unparalleled, and he has the skills to handle the most delicate of cases. I endorse this lawyer."

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Jason Trumpler

Criminal defense lawyer | May 05

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Mary Prevost

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I think that Keith Bruno is one of the best in the business. I've known him for many years. We have worked on cases together and bounced ideas off each other planning defenses for our clients. I hold him in high regard. He has a great reputation in the legal community, and it is well deserved."

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Ashley Watkins

Personal injury lawyer

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Eric Francisconi

Business lawyer

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Ryan Conger

Personal injury lawyer

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Clark Fielding

Personal injury lawyer

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Blake Lynch

Criminal defense lawyer

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Ayad Nalu

Litigation lawyer

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Joshua Waldman

Business lawyer

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Angela Bruno

Personal injury lawyer

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Courtney Rowley

Personal injury lawyer

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Nicholas Rowley

Personal injury lawyer

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Jacqueline Goodman

Criminal defense lawyer

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Graham Donath

Criminal defense lawyer

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Daniel Grupenhagen

Criminal defense lawyer

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Miranda McCroskey

Criminal defense lawyer

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Randall Longwith

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Errol Cook

Criminal defense lawyer

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Michael Fremont

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Robert Keates

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jeffrey Kent

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Christopher McCann

DUI and DWI lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2013

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2012

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2011

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2010

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2009

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2008

Member, National College for DUI Defense

2006

"Don Simms" Trial Attorney of the Year Award, Orange County Public Defender

2005

Selected for NBC TV show "The Law Firm" with Roy Black, NBC

2001

Cali Excellence for the Future Award, CALI

Work Experience

2007 - Present

Principal, The Law Offices of Keith J. Bruno

2005 - 2007

Deputy Public Defender, Orange County Public Defender

2002 - 2005

Attorney, Private Civil Practice

Associations

2007 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2007 - Present

California DUI Lawyers Association

Member

2007 - Present

American Inns of Court, William P. Gray Inn

Member

2005 - Present

California Public Defenders Association

Member

2004 - Present

Orange County Bar Association

Member

2002 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2002 - Present

State Bar of California

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

People v. Everett L.

Not Guilty of Penal Code section 288(a) charge

People v. Martin G.

Not Guilty

People v. Blake R.

Not Guilty

People v. Mina G.

Hung Jury

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Education

2002

University of San Diego School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1998

University of Maryland

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2011

Handling Your First Domestic VIolence Case

Domestic Violence

2009

National Collegiate Moot Court Competition

Criminal Moot Court Competion

2009

California State University, Fullerton, Moot Court

The 4th Amendment

N/A

Orange County Sheriff's Academy Cadet Training

Surviving Cross-Examination

Languages

Spanish

English

Activity

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