Jeffrey A Tenenbaum

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Jeffrey A Tenenbaum

also known as Tenenbaum Law Firm

4.8
Rating: 8.5

Licensed for 25 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Merced, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

800 W 20th St, Merced, CA

About Jeffrey

Biography

A Tradition of Integrity and Excellence

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Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 75%

25 years

75%
DUI and DWI 25%

25 years

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Silver Client Champion

Licenses

Licensed in California for 25 years

State: California

Acquired: 2000

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Idaho for 24 years

State: Idaho

Acquired: 2001

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Tenenbaum Law Firm

800 W 20th St, Merced, CA, 95340

tenenbaumlawfirm.com

Jeffrey A Tenenbaum's Reviews

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4.8 /5.0

24 Client Reviews

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Posted by Jay from abq | April 21, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Have no doubts!

I was arrested in Merced in December 2014. I had never been arrested before, at 36 years old, I didn't know what to expect. I was charged with possession/sales of Marijuana. I hired Mr. Tenenbaum to represent me. Before I hired him, I was very anxious to say the least. He immediately told me not to w...orry. He told me he would get me on an ankle monitor program with house arrest, and that I would still be able to work and that I would serve no jail time. I live out of state (New Mexico) Everytime I met with Mr. Tenenbaum, he always asked how my family and I were doing. I know he was just doing his job, but I felt like he genuinely cared. When all was said and done Mr. Tenenbaum did exactly as he said he would. When I met with my probation officer he told me that in all his years working there, he had never even heard of anyone getting out of state ankle monitored house arrest. He actually said to me "you must have a great lawyer"! 3rd party confirmation! I served 2 months on the ankle monitor, and after that I have 3 years unsupervised probation that's it! I highly recommend Mr. Jeffrey Tenenbaum

Posted by anonymous | February 18, 2015 | Criminal Defense

VERY PLEASED WITH OUTCOME

Just recently my husband and I were involved in a criminal case. We walked into his office and he was friendly and put us at ease but didn't make any promises. Mr. Tenenbaum was personable but professional. We were very pleased with the outcome of our case. It was a relief to know that someone tha...t was familiar with the judicial system would be representing us. Our only regret is that we didn't contact him sooner in the process. I feel confident he would've had charges dropped back in October. Instead my husband and I were stressed for 4 unnecessary months. Don't be cheap hire Mr. Tennenbaum!

Posted by anonymous | May 18, 2009 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Great Lawyer

I found Mr. Tenenbaum to be a very compassionate, trustworthy and dedicated attorney. He really knows the law and worked hard to help us navigate through the justice system. He and his staff were very responsive to our needs and treated us with the utmost respect at all times. I was pleased with t...he outcome of my daughter's case. He really helped my family through a tough time. I would highly recommend Mr. Tenenbaum to anyone in need of a good attorney

Posted by anonymous | November 01, 2012 | Criminal Defense

TOTAL SCAM!!

I WOULDN'T RECOMMEND THIS GUY TO MY WORSTE ENEMY!! HE'S A TOTAL SCAM!! This so called lawyer, is also a FREE PUBLIC DEFENDER for merced county!! knowing that now, WHY WOULD YOU EVEN THINK OF GOING TO HIM AND PAYING HIM WHEN YOU CAN HAVE HIM ASSIGNED FOR FREE!!! too bad we found ou...t when it was already too late!! DONT LET IT HAPPEN TO YOU!! he totally took advantage of the case i asked him to represent! FOR TWO MONTHS, every time i tried to have any communication with him i rarely ever could!! the few times i could actually reach him he NEVER had any clear answers to simple questions!! he basically had everyone in the dark!!! other public defenders would visit their assigned clients at least once a week and discuss their cases and give them updates!! this guy NEVER showed up to see his client!! the plea deal he gave was ridiculous for what the case was!! he went from giving a deal with multiple years in prison, to coming back within 5 min. and saying you get out tonight if you sign but you have to agree to a felony charge.. he let the courts give his innocent client a FELONY for a case that HE CLEARLY KNEW had been blown out of proportion!! HE DIDN'T TRY TO FIGHT THE CASE FOR ONE MINUTE!! Basically all this "lawyer" did was get his money and run!! i don't know how much more clear i can make it, JUST DONT TRUST THIS MAN!!

Jeffrey Tenenbaum

Replied last November 06, 2012

I am sorry you feel that way. We did everything we could to please you over a long period of time. As for the contract my office has with Merced County, it is no secret that the Court appoints me to represent some defendants who cannot afford a lawyer in felony matters. I am not able to pick these cases and defendants cannot choose me. Those people are then ordered by the Court to reimburse the County for legal fees depending on income levels.

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Jeffrey A Tenenbaum's Lawyer Endorsements

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Timothy Warriner

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I referred a case to Jeff after getting the client’s sentence reversed on appeal. Jeff did a terrific job and got the client a significant sentence reduction. Thank you, Jeff, for your hard work!"

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Michael Mitchell

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have known Jeff for almost a decade. I have had the opportunity of working on the same case as counsel for a co-defendant. I have witnessed his skills in court and I can state that he is an effective and seasoned court room litigator. He is, undoubtedly, one of the top criminal defense attorneys in Merced County."

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Eric Dumars

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jeffrey Tenenbaum is careful, prepared, hardworking, and a results oriented professional. He fights hard. He obtains excellent outcomes for clients in difficult situations. I endorse this lawyer."

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Christopher Lampe

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I worked together with Mr. Tenebaum in a trial and he did an excellent job representing his clients."

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Virginia Landry

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jeffrey Tenenbaum is a highly skilled DUI litigator who knows more about the Standardized Field Sobriety Tests that most police officers out on the street! He aggressively defends his clients in court, appropriately negotiates cases with the prosecution and keeps his clients informed. Highly recommended! Virginia Landry"

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James Wasson

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Very informed, young lawyer, agressive and does great work! I highly recommend Mr. Tenanbaum."

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Hayden Smith

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 08

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Jeffrey is a seasoned criminal defense lawyer, skilled in negotiation on behalf of his clients, and ready to go to trial when necessary. He has jury appeal, too, which is a rare commodity and valuable when your freedom is on the line."

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Eric Chaudron

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jeff is a well prepared, detail oriented attorney. My experience is that he zealously represents his clients, and takes tough cases without hesitation. He is aggressive in court and has a friendly demeanor outside of court. I strongly recommend him"

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C. McKechnie

Criminal defense lawyer | May 18

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Jeff is a young lawyer who cares about his clients and his cases. He will work hard and attempt to do the right thing for his client. He is the type of lawyer all would want."

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James Wasson

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Hayden Smith

Criminal defense lawyer

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Experience

Rating:  8.5 (Excellent)

Honors

2016

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2001 - Present

, Tenenbaum Law Firm

Associations

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

California DUI Lawyers Association

Member

California Attorneys for Criminal Justice

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

People vs. Raymond Thompson

Not Guilty (all 7 counts)

People vs. Jesus Gonzales

Not Guilty (all 12 counts)

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Education

N/A

University of San Francisco School of Law

Law

N/A

University of California - Los Angeles

Undergraduate

Speaking Engagements

2009

Merced County Defense Attorneys

Sex Crimes at Jury Trials

Publications

Languages

English

Spanish

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