Thomas Francis McKenna

Thomas Francis McKenna

also known as Thomas F. McKenna

4.7
Rating: 8.6

Licensed for 40 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Walnut Creek, CA
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense, Violent Crime ... +2 more

201 North Civic Drive, Suite 225, Walnut Creek, CA

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Biography

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Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
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  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 40 years

State: California

Acquired: 1985

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Location

Law Office of Thomas F. McKenna A Professional Corporation

201 North Civic Drive, Suite 225, Walnut Creek, CA, 94596

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Thomas Francis McKenna's Reviews

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4.7 /5.0

14 Client Reviews

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Posted by Jon | July 26, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

I highly recommend Mr. Thomas McKenna

Mr. McKenna is a true professional and I would highly recommend him to anybody. He represented me in two cases at the same time. When I first went to Tom he explained in great detail how the legal process works and what I should expect to experience until my cases were adjudicated. Tom developed a... plan of how to proceed and was always extremely receptive to my thoughts and concerns throughout the entire process. Tom was always honest and truthful through the lengthy process and even today, more than 1 1/2 years after the final disposition of my cases, Tom continues to deal with peripheral issues related to one of them. Tom is highly respected within both the District Attorney's office and the Courts. If you ever need a criminal defense attorney Mr. McKenna is the man who will fight for you for however long it takes in order to achieve the best possible outcome.

Posted by Mark | November 06, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Criminal defense endorsement of Thomas F. McKenna

I was very please with the representation and knowledge Tom had regarding the matters in my defense on 3 separate matters. His professionalism and ability to put me at ease during my cases really allowed me to go on with my business matters and personal life. I completely find him trustworthy, an...d professional. Most of all I was very satisfied with his ability to negotiate the best disposition in my defense.

Posted by Michael M | October 03, 2013 | Criminal Defense

Quick, decisive and knowledgable.

Tom Mckenna came recommended to me thru a family friend. When Tom was contacted I was locked up in the county jail with a ridiculously high bail and numerous felonious charges. Tom was able to get my bail reduced and a lot of the charges dropped almost instantaneously. They were honestly mostly trump...ed up charges anyways. The DA would just not let this case go for some reason even though the preponderance of evidence pointed to innocence I opted not to go thru a trial and took a plea deal consisting of a single misdemeanor conviction with informal probation. Tom knew his stuff and did not promise anything he couldn't come thru on. He was up front from the beginning and went out of his way to make sure I was always kept up to date. I also hired Tom to take care of my expungement. It's a relatively quick procedure Tom was able to have my case re opened, dismissed and and expungement relief granted. Very thorough job from start to finish. I can gladly check that I've never been convicted of a crime today on job applications thanks to Tom Mckenna.

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Thomas Francis McKenna's Lawyer Endorsements

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Sean Chen

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Tom for many years and have a great amount of respect for not only his experience but also his integrity and I never hesitate to put his name on the top of my list of referrals for clients, friends or acquaintances for any criminal defense matter!"

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Larry Cook

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Tom is a fantastic and skillful defense attorney with years of experience representing individuals facing criminal charges throughout northern California."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Thomas Woelfel

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Thomas is extremely knowledgeable in the area of criminal defense, well known in the community, and respected by both the DA's office as well as the judges. Anyone who contacts me looking for a criminal defense attorney gets referred to Thomas."

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Robert Huddleston

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Tom is very responsive and extremely knowlegable in the area of criminal defense, especially for matters in Contra Costa County."

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John Nejedly

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  8.6 (Excellent)

Honors

2020

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2010

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2005

Top Rated Criminal Defense Attorney in Walnut Creek, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

1989 - Present

Owner / Attorney, Law Office of Thomas F. McKenna

Associations

1989 - Present

California DUI Lawyers Association

Founding Member

1988 - Present

California Public Defenders Association

Member

1986 - Present

Contra Costa County Bar Association

Member

1986 - Present

California Attorneys for Criminal Justice

Member

1985 - Present

State Bar of California

Member

Education

1984

John F. Kennedy University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Languages

English

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