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Growing up, one of the defining characteristics has been my love of learning and helping people. Particularly inspiring to me is the book “7 Habits of Highly Effective People” where the author Stephen Covey writes that it’s very important to “Sharpen the Saw”. Among other things this means to renew your mind through “Learning, Reading…and Teaching”.
Demonstrating my work ethic and passion for learning as young teenager who would rather read a book than play sports, then a young adult who earned three college degrees, including two graduate degrees, all while working full time. After earning a Law Degree and a Masters degree, I continued to learn and help others grow as a university Adjunct Professor of Law and Business, while working in the Legal Environment at a Fortune 100 Corporation.
In my education and experience, I developed an appreciation of the Constitutional system of government, built by our forefathers, where no matter what crime you are accused of, in the face of the State with all it’s power and resources, you have the right to an attorney and be judged by your peers.
For the past few years, I have combined my passion for helping people with my passion for defending this Constitutional System. It is my pleasure and privilege to passionately fight for your rights, and help you navigate the legal system in the courts of Kern and Los Angeles Counties.
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Posted by Raul | June 16, 2022 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Traffic ticket
Underwood law form is one of the best I will recommend it to anybody they dismiss my case with no problem it was very easy I didn’t have any problems at all they communicated with me as soon as I needed to know anything about my case they came back and respond real fast I ever recommend this law from...
Posted by LaMar | January 27, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
UNDERWOOD LAW'S OverTheTop Service.
John and the Underwood Law team are the closest thing to having a never go, or get out of jail free card in this "arguably" monopolized court system of things. They're experts in the art of persuasion. They're patient; they know when to sit back and take a few punches, and when to strik...
Posted by Melodie | October 27, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Dismissed
My husband was in an accident 16 years we thought everything was handled back then. We were in shock to find out he had a warrant from 16 years ago. We called Underwood Law Firm they took my husbands case and in just a short time got it dismissed. Mr Underwood and his team worked hard for my husband....
Posted by Eric | February 09, 2021 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Dui high bac
Good communication, John and his staff are very knowledgeable. Kept me updated. Took a Dui involving accident and high bac and possession charge. And got it down to .08% Misdemeanor .
Posted by Joey | February 01, 2021 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Hands down, the best attorneys for hire in Bakersfield
So after researching DUI attorneys in the Bakersfield area, I had been given the run around pertaining to fees and how my case would be handled until I had been contacted by John and his team, he was nothing but straightforward and honest with me throught the whole case. He had given me a price and ...
"I have known John for several years both on a professional and personal level. I worked on cases with John and have had the opportunity to watch him interact with his clients in his office and in court. He conducts himself with high ethical standards and legal skill. I am very selective in choosing the attorneys I work with and refer clients to. The feedback I get back from clients I refer to him is nothing but excellen.t I would not hesitate to continue to refer clients to him."
"John is always available for his clients, and never treats one case like another--he looks for the issues, and fights for them. I am proud to work with him. I endorse this lawyer."
"John has helped me with professional and personal traffic issues. Every single time he did a great job. He'll treat you right."
"I called John Underwood regarding a motion that I filed in Bakersfield. John was referred to me by another attorney. John was very knowledgeable. He took the time to explain the landscape of the Bakersfield court. He was personable. He's an outstanding lawyer, and I highly recommend him."
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Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2014 - Present
Managing Attorney, Underwood Law Firm
2008 - Present
Business Professor, University Of Phoenix
2008 - 2014
Law and Business Professor, Devry University
1996 - 2014
Financial Analysis and Legal, a Fortune 100 Corporation
2016 - Present
California DUI Lawyers AssociationMember
2014 - Present
Kern County Bar AssociationMember
2008 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
2012 - 2015
Law School Alumni AssociationTreasurer
Attorney was able to obtain reduced charges with minimum fines and no jail time.
2006
MBA - Master of Business Administration
2001
JD - Juris Doctor
1995
BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration
2020
DMV Hearings
2011
Social Media and the Law
English
Legal Answers
What do I do now that I have paid a bail forfeiture for my speeding and fix it ticket. what happens now or what should I do ?
23 Mar 2021
I received a speeding ticket out of state
25 Mar 2021
Can I remove on cell phone while driving from my DMV record?
26 Mar 2021