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Nancy Lee Bucknell
also known as Nan L Bucknell
About Nancy
Biography
I will fight to protect your future despite whatever mistakes you've made or whatever mistakes made by others have impacted you. I believe that without a zealous and passionate defense, the presumption of innocence is meaningless. I never give up fighting for my clients and I never let prosecutors forget that.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
DUI and DWI
60%
33 years
Criminal Defense
40%
33 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Credit Card
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Licensed in California for 32 years
State: California
Acquired: 1993
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Location
Nan L. Bucknell, Attorney at Law
1010 W Taylor St, San Jose, CA, 95126-1851
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Nancy Lee Bucknell's Reviews
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Practice Areas
What Clients Mention
Case Results (88)
Advocacy (74)
Recommendation (57)
Professionalism (40)
Responsiveness (40)
Communication Style (39)
Character & Conduct (31)
Compassion (27)
Practice Area Knowledge (26)
General Knowledge (23)
Cost of Services (15)
Trustworthiness (15)
Punctuality (6)
Free Consultations (4)
Staff & Support (2)
Showing 1 - 5 of 40 reviews | Responsiveness
Posted by Luci | September 09, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
The best lawyer I could have asked for, Nan Bucknell went above and beyond, and I cannot thank her enough. Felony to dismissal!
Nan Bucknell is an absolutely fantastic experienced lawyer who accomplished the impossible by getting my felony domestic violence charge down to a full dismissal. For nine months she and her amazing paralegal, Gina, worked on my case and answered any questions I had with speed. Nan was highly communi...
Posted by Joseph | April 07, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Dismissed!!!
I cannot express enough gratitude for Nan L Bucknell ! When I found myself facing two felony domestic violence charges I was overwhelmed. From the moment I walked through the door, I knew I was in capable hands. Nan not only understood the nuances of my case, but also provided exceptional guidance ev...
Posted by anonymous | March 20, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Needed Help on Short Notice—Nan Came Through and Went the Extra Mile!
Nan is an outstanding attorney—thorough, knowledgeable, and highly professional. I had an urgent legal matter related to international travel and needed a well-crafted letter at a moment’s notice regarding a 10-year-old criminal case. Not only did Nan respond immediately and handle every detail with ...
Posted by Pamela | March 18, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
The Best Multiple DUI lawyer
I was with another lawyer who never contacted me and was just taking my money, a friend recommended Nan and she went above and beyond to help me with my case! I highly recommend her for anyone that needs help!
Posted by Lora | February 22, 2024 | Hired Attorney
5 Star Attorney!
I've had the opportunity to work with Nan over the years , & I have to say that she is an amazing attorney & more importantly, human being. She truly cares about the outcomes of her clients & I'm so grateful to have found her. She's detailed-oriented, attentive, always responsive, she fights for her ...
Nancy Lee Bucknell's Lawyer Endorsements
"Nan is an excellent attorney and mentor. She kicks ass for her clients and they love her."
"I endorse this lawyer. Nan is an exceptionally hardworking attorney who gets results in court."
"Nan and I have worked the same courts for more than ten years. She is awesome."
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"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"Nan is an exceedingly gifted attorney. She definitely knows the ins and outs of the courtroom and knows how to sway a jury to her client's advantage."
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"I highly recommend this attorney. Very intelligent and very thorough when analyzing legal issues! Compassionate with clients and aggressive with legal issues! 5 STARS!!"
"Ms. Bucknell is a very experienced attorney. I know that she works hard and I have seen her get excellant results on many cases. She is a fine advocate and straight shooter."
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"Nancy “Nan” Bucknell is a very good attorney. She cares about her clients and is always willing to “go the extra mile” to get the best legal outcome possible. Her experience also makes her very good at “sizing up a case” with regard to what legal outcomes are realistic. I endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2015
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Associatioin
2015
Clients' Choice Award 2015, AVVO
2015
Top 10 Northern CA Attorneys, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys
2014
Clients' Choice Award 2014, AVVO
2013
Clients' Choice Award 2013, AVVO
2012
Clients' Choice Award 2012, AVVO
1989
Emery Law Scholarship Winner, Santa Clara University Law School
Work Experience
1993 - Present
Attorney, Law Offices of Nan L Bucknell
Associations
2015 - Present
National Trial Lawyers AssociationCriminal Defense Specialty Assn
2014 - Present
California DUI Attorneys AssnAttorney Member
2013 - Present
Business Network InternationalAttorney Member
2013 - Present
American Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2002 - Present
Boy Scouts of AmericaAdult Member
1993 - Present
Santa Clara County Bar AssociationAttorney Member
1993 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaAttorney Member
1993 - Present
Supreme Court of CaliforniaAttorney Member
1993 - Present
United States District Court for the Northern District of CaliforniaAttorney Member
Education
1992
Santa Clara University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1985
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2006
Academic Excellence Awards Banquet
Finding Your Life's Path
Publications
2009
Law Offices of NLB
Client's Presentence Interview With Probation: The Golden Rules
2009
Law Offices of NLB
The Golden Rules For Surviving on Probation
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers