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Biography
Born and raised in the San Joaquin Valley, I graduated from California State University of Fresno and the University of the Pacific McGeorge School of Law. After law school, I returned home to practice law and began my career at the Fresno County Public Defender’s Office in order to gain valuable trial experience. When I left the Public Defender’s Office and decided to open my own practice, I was on the “Major Crimes Team” which consisted of attorneys that handled the most difficult criminal cases like homicides, Three Strikes cases, cases with high prison exposures, cases involving complex legal issues, cases with a voluminous amount of discovery and cases receiving media attention.
I am recognized by the California State Bar as a Certified Legal Specialist in the area of Criminal Law and certified to handle death penalty cases.
In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my family and working on the family farm growing almonds, pistachios, cherries, and raisin grapes.
Practice Areas
1
Practice Area
Criminal Defense
100%
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Payment Methods
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Awards
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Licenses
Licensed in California for 28 years
State: California
Acquired: 1997
No misconduct found
Location
Law Office of Jon K. Renge
(559) 268-2334
Fax
1340 Van Ness Avenue, Fresno, CA, 93721
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Practice Areas
Criminal Defense (64)
Lawsuits & Disputes (21)
DUI & DWI (6)
Gun Law (3)
Domestic Violence (2)
Drug Crime (2)
Appeals (1)
Child Abuse (1)
Employment & Labor (1)
Federal Crime (1)
Immigration (1)
Juvenile (1)
Litigation (1)
Social Security Disability (1)
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Violent Crime (1)
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Case Results (79)
Advocacy (58)
Recommendation (47)
Professionalism (34)
Responsiveness (33)
Communication Style (31)
Character & Conduct (28)
Practice Area Knowledge (22)
General Knowledge (19)
Trustworthiness (19)
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Posted by JJ | October 29, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Open To Here My Needs
Jon was great to work with and very understanding to my needs. He heard what I had to say, took my opinion even though he believed I could have a better outcome. My situation was simple but difficult and he had answers for all my question.
Posted by Jose | October 29, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Excellent!
I'd like to express my gratitude by acknowledging Jon's exceptional qualities. His dedication to his career is impressive, and his expertise, professionalism, and communication skills are truly outstanding. Jon ensured that I felt heard and understood throughout the process, handling everything with ...
Posted by Maria R (Leon) | September 11, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
The Best Lawyer
Let me just start with saying that Jon is the best lawyer I have ever came across. He has helped out my Fiancés out on a case that seemed impossible to resolve but he did just want he needed to do and got it DISMISSED! Now not only did he helped us out on that case he recently handled my fiancés othe...
Posted by Alejandro | August 22, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Outstanding Attorney
Mr Renge was very knowledgeable very helpful during a tough time for my family and me .Was able to get my case dismissed during pre preliminary hearing most definitely would recommend him and am forever grateful for all his hard work
Posted by anonymous | June 25, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Grateful
Just want to give a big thank you to Jon in handling my case. I was facing some difficult and serious charges. He took on my case right away and was always in contact with me, my family, and attending my courts. I went from an offer of 18 years to case being dismissed and let out later that day. He's...
Jon Kiyoshi Renge's Lawyer Endorsements
"I wholeheartedly endorse Mr. Renge who is an incredible Attorney, but also an incredible person."
"I endorse this lawyer. I worked with Jon in the Fresno County Public Defender's Office. He was one of the best criminal defense attorneys in the office. I recommend Jon for any kind of criminal defense case."
"John is an excellent attorney. I routinely consult John when I have complicated issues I need to work through. His people skills are unparalleled. I know no one who is better at convincing a judge to agree to his clients point of view."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is a fantastic person and lawyer."
"I have worked with Jon countless times from simple hearings to full blown trials and he is always prepared and ready to take the good fight straight to the prosecutors. He has an excellent reputation for laywership, and I can say it is honestly well deserved. I endorse this lawyer."
"I have learned a lot from this lawyer, I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse Jon. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Jon Renge is truly a master criminal defense attorney and I'm proud to say that he was my mentor as I was coming up in this field. I could not think of a finer attorney to represent anyone during a time of need. I wholeheartedly endorse Mr. Renge as one of the best attorneys practicing in the state today."
"Mr. Renge is an absolute legal assassin! Keep it up sir!"
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Jon is a tremendous attorney. I've personally seen him in action and we worked as co-counsel on a first degree murder case involving gang-enhancements. The preliminary hearing on the case lasted for nine days. He was exceptional !! I would not hesitate to recommend him, he is an absolute bulldog."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known John Renge almost all my life. He is smart, a great advocate for his clients and personable. He truly enjoys serving his clients."
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Experience
Honors
2018
Certified Specialist - Criminal Law, State Bar of California
2018
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
1997 - Present
Principal, Law Office of Jon K. Renge
1997 - 2005
Public Defender, Fresno County
Associations
2011 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaCertified Specialist - Criminal Law
1997 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaAttorney Member
1997 - Present
California Public Defenders AssociationAttorney Member
Education
1996
McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific
JD - Juris Doctor
1993
California State University, Fresno
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Publications
2014
Hartford Sentinel
Support Hill for Superior Court judge
Languages
English