Jared M Thompson

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Jared M Thompson

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 17 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Bakersfield, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Federal Crime

2211 17th Street, Bakersfield, CA

About Jared

Biography

A National Trial Lawyers Top 100, Super Lawyer, and Certified Specialist Attorney in Criminal Defense. State and Federal Defense, Serious Felonies to Misdemeanors. Call me today!

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 80%

80%
DUI and DWI 10%

10%
Federal Crime 10%

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2015 2012
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in California for 17 years

State: California

Acquired: 2009

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Humphrey & Thompson, Attorneys at Law

2211 17th Street, Bakersfield, CA, 93301

bakersfielddefenselawfirm.com/attorneys/jared-m-thompson/

Jared M Thompson's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

34 Client Reviews

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Showing 6 - 7 of 7 reviews | Character & Conduct

Posted by anonymous | November 01, 2012 | DUI & DWI

I'm Thankful for Jared Thompson

I was at a party one night and decided to drink. I was under 21 and hadn't had much experience drinking. It turned out to be a horrible experience. I don’t remember much but know I will not drink like that again. I was arrested for DUI and resisting arrest. I went to the Law Office of Kyle J. Hu...mphrey and met with attorney Jared Thompson because my family heard about his DUI defense. He really calmed my nerves and made me feel like I was going to be OK. Mr. Thompson explained there were some issues with the evidence in my case and that the case was not as bad as I originally thought. I had my doubts, especially since my blood test result was .22%. Mr. Thompson never promised a result only that he would work hard for me. He did just that. Mr. Thompson was able to keep my driver’s license from being suspended even though California has a zero tolerance law for under 21 DUI charges. He then went to court and was able to get the charge reduced so that I don’t have a DUI conviction and will not have my license suspended. In all honesty, I wasn't expecting things to turn out as well as they did. I am especially grateful to Mr. Thompson and Mr. Humphrey’s Office for the effort. I recommend Mr. Thompson to anyone facing a DUI.

Posted by Lindsay | May 09, 2012 | DUI & DWI

My Highest Recomendation

When charged with a DUI, I was fortunate enough to have Mr. Thompson represent my case. I had previously never been through any legal proceedings and didn't know what to expect. Jared kept me informed every step of the way. He went above and beyond anything I could have expected to fight for me no ma...tter what the prosecution threw our way. My case did go on to jury trial and, although a stressful situation, I felt more than confident throughout the entire process because of his representation. I was able to get a very reduced charge because of everything that Jared did for my case. I can't imagine where my life would be had I not been given the opportunity to work with such a professional, dedicated and amazing attorney. Without hesitation, I give him my highest recommendation.

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Jared M Thompson's Lawyer Endorsements

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Christina Oleson

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Attorney Thompson. He is extremely knowledgeable, well versed and insightful."

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Peter Kang

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Thompson is an incredibly talented attorney. He uses his advocacy skills effectively to protect his clients."

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Timothy Osborn

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Jared is an outstanding criminal defense attorney with an excellent reputation in the legal community. I have referred several of my former clients to him for criminal representation and he has handled each of their cases successfully. If you are looking for a good criminal defense attorney I strongly suggest you contact Jared Thompson."

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K Kind

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Thompson consistently provides excellent service to his clients and produces results. I refer any and all criminal defense inquiries to Mr. Thompson. On every occasion, after referral, I have received gratitude from the referred clients as Mr. Thompson has expertly handled their cases and produced the best possible outcome. If you have been charged with a crime and are looking for counsel, I suggest you contact Mr. Thompson."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | May 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Joseph Pearl

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Mark Raimondo

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Jarred is an intelligent and hardworking attorney. I have watched him grow over the last few years from a green new lawyer to a seasoned advocate who gets great results for his clients. He has earned the respect of the judges and the DA's and is becoming a real force in the legal community in Bakersfield. He has an excellent courtroom demeanor, and he is very patient with his clients. I would recommend him on any serious criminal matter."

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Kyle Humphrey

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 09

Relationship: Co-worker

"During my 25 years of practicing criminal law I have developed an eye for talented attorneys. I always thought that I would not have another associate attorney after previous bad experiences. When I met Jared, I could tell immediately that he had the makings of a great attorney. Since he has come to work with me, I have only gained confidence in his ability. Jared understands that to be successful as a criminal defense attorney one must be hard working and dedicated. His work ethic is one rarely seen in younger attorneys. He understands that for each of our clients the most important case in the world is their own case."

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Jeremy Brehmer

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Thompson is a consummate professional who is well liked by his clients, colleagues, and judges. He is in court on daily basis and continues to hone is already excellent courtroom skills."

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Peter Kang

Criminal defense lawyer

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Timothy Osborn

Unknown lawyer

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K Kind

Unknown lawyer

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Joseph Pearl

Estate planning lawyer

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Alonzo Gradford

Criminal defense lawyer

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Mark Raimondo

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jeremy Brehmer

DUI and DWI lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2023

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2019

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2018

Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers

2018

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2017

Commissioner: Criminal Law Advisory Commission, California Board of Legal Specialization

2017

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2015

Certified Specialist, Criminal Law, Califonia State Bar

2006

Dean's List, Golden Gate University School of Law

2005

Dean's List, Golden Gate University School of Law

2005

CALI Academic Excellence Award - Appellate Advocacy, Golden Gate University School of Law

Work Experience

2021 - Present

Partner, Humphrey & Thompson

2018 - Present

Attorney, Brehmer Law Corporation

2009 - Present

Attorney, Law Office of Kyle Humphrey

2007 - 2007

Law Clerk, Kern County District Attorney's Office

Associations

2010 - Present

Consumer Attorneys of California

Member

2010 - Present

Los Angeles County Bar Association

Member

2010 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2009 - Present

U.S. District Court Eastern District of California

Member

2009 - Present

California Public Defenders Association

Member

2009 - Present

Kern County Bar Association

Member

2009 - Present

California DUI Lawyers Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Not Guilty on All Counts in DUI Jury Trial

Not Guilty

Not Guilty on All Counts in Illegal Firearms Jury Trial

Not Guilty

Complete Acquittal on Felony Evading Charges

Not Guilty on All Charges

Acquittal on Drug Sales and Transportation Charges

Not Guilty - Acquittal

Mandatory Sex Offender Charge Dismissed

Dismissed

.12 DUI Dismissed

Dismissed

Felony DUI Causing Great Bodily Injury

Reduced to Misdemeanor. NO Jail Time

False Imprisonment Case Dismissed

All Charges Dismissed

Kidnapping Charge Dismissed

Kidnapping Dismissed

Under 21 DUI with .22 Blood Alcohol Level

Reduced to Wet Reckless and no License Suspension

Drug Sales and Firearm Case Dismissed

Case Dismissed!

3rd DUI: NO License Suspension, NO Jail Time

Felony Strike Battery Case Dismissed

Dismissal

.14 DUI No License Suspension and Reduced

No Suspension and Reduced Charge

.21 DUI Jury Trial - Hung Jury on Both Counts

Mistrial - Reduced Charge

2 Strike Felony Assault Case

Reduced to Misdemeanors - No jail time

1 lb. Meth Sales Charge

Acquittal

Sex Offender Registration Terminated

Drug Sales Case Dismissed

Charges Dismissed Entirely!

Felony DUI with Injury

Felony reduced to Misdemeanor No Jail

DUI Refusal: No Driver's License Suspension, Reduced Charge

NO Driver's License Suspension, DUI Dismissed

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Education

2012

DWI Detection and Standardized Field Sobreity Testing Student Course

Graduate

2010

Western Trial Advocacy Institute

Graduate

2007

Golden Gate School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2001

Univ Of California Santa Barbara

BA

Speaking Engagements

2016

Spring Seminar

Jury Trial Practice

Publications

2014

Bakersfield Defense Law Firm Blog Three Strikes Law Failed Experiment

Languages

English

Activity

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